Students can meet with NIU Study Abroad Office and Financial Aid staff, along with program directors, to learn more about NIU study abroad programs to Africa, Asia, Australia, Europe and Latin America. Foreign consulates, academic advisers and representatives from international study abroad institutions will be on hand as well. In most cases, financial aid and scholarships are available. Saturday, Sept. 30 Cultural Carnival. NIU's Cultural Connections organization will host its third annual carnival at the East Lagoon from noon to 5 p.m. Cultural performances, international games, music and ethnic foods will provide visitors with a world of entertainment.
Admission is free.
Activities will coincide with Homecoming events, including recyclable boat races. In addition, Founders Memorial Library and DeKalb Public Library will feature a display of international books and the Holmes Student Center Gallery will feature a window display contest by DeKalb school children during International Week. The Blackhawk Food Court in Holmes Student Center will offer international food menus and students living in residence halls will be treated to an international film festival on closed-circuit Channel 8. This page is maintained by the NIU Office of Public Affairs.