While the sleek, modern bar in the recently rejuvenated Huskie Den may not look anything like the set of “Cheers!,´ the management is hoping that all those who live, work and learn on the NIU campus come to think of it as
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The Grill at the Huskie Den
The Grill at the Huskie Den in the Holmes Student Center opened this week with an exciting new look and an amazing menu. The new design combines the former Blackhawk Cafeteria and the Huskie Den recreation area, replacing those facilities with a
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HSC welcomes campus back to its revamped ground floor
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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Qdoba added to campus dining menu
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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Walls tumble as HSC remodeling moves into high gear
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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MLK Bust to have new home
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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Follett to manage campus bookstore operations
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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Holmes Student Center lower level preparing for overhaul
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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Huskie Books and Gear offering 75 percent off all merchandise
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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HSC making way for renovation work
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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Holmes Student Center makes changes in preparation for renovation
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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Holmes Student Center summer changes
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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