The ground floor of the Holmes Student Center has officially reopened for business and is drawing raves in its early reviews. “To call this space remodeled is really a disservice,” said NIU President Dr. Lisa Freeman. “It has been completely reimagined, revamped
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Campus dining just took on a bit of Southwestern flair. Qdoba, one of the top Mexican food franchises in America, has signed a contract to become the fourth new food vendor that will serve the campus community when renovation of the Holmes
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On June 3, a major step forward in the remodeling of the Holmes Student Center was heralded by a mighty…THUD! That was the sound of a 6,000 pound block of concrete tumbling to the ground, creating the start of an opening on
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As crews begin transforming the southern side of the Holmes Student Center next week, the bust of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. will be temporarily removed from the commons that bear the name of the American Civil Rights leader. When completed, the
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The NIU Board of Trustees announced today that the university has selected Follett Higher Education Group to manage campus bookstore operations. After reviewing proposals from numerous national chains, the university selected Follett as its retail partner based on the resources, technology and
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Preparations for the remodeling of the lower level of the Holmes Student Center are moving into high gear. All dining options on the lower level will officially be closed as of Friday, May 11, when the Blackhawk serves its last lunch. The
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In preparation for upcoming remodeling work at the Holmes Student Center, the Huskie Gear and Books Bookstore is holding a clearance sale, with 75 percent off all clothing, giftware, art supplies, school supplies and office supplies. The discount applies to both personal
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Change is in the air at the Holmes Student Center (HSC) as the building’s lower levels are being prepared for a major overhaul. When completed in the fall of 2019, the area will include a new glass entryway with a tiered plaza
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Motivated by an effort to deliver the most efficient and cost-effective services, the students and staff of the Holmes Student Center (HSC) were hard at work this summer making several strategic changes to consolidate campus services and gear up for an impending
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Motivated by an effort to deliver the most efficient and cost-effective services, the students and staff of the Holmes Student Center (HSC) were hard at work this summer making several strategic changes to consolidate campus services and gear up for an impending
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In an effort to streamline the reservation process for outdoor spaces, the Holmes Student Center (HSC) General Office will now handle reservations for MLK Commons, the East Lagoon, Larusso (West) Lagoon, Central Park and the Oderkirk Property. Requests for space or more information can directed to HSC@niu.edu,
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Finalists for the position of director for the Holmes Student Center will hold presentations and open forums on campus the week of May 23. The director will provide leadership, vision and oversight for all aspects of the student union operations, management and
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