Join us for a virtual panel discussion between three of NIU’s female faculty members in STEM. In this program, three of our women faculty members will present a short review of their career and current research interests, followed by a statement ...
In partnership with Northern Illinois University STEM Cafes. Join us for a fun, interactive online STEM Café – created by teens for teens. We’ll explore the science of space exploration and astronomy, as we: Meet the NIU Mars Rover team. ...
It may still be cold out, but we’re getting ready for green growing things! This month in Family Fun Science, we'll be dissecting a plant bulb and experimenting with coloring cabbage leaves. Can you make a cabbage leaf change color? ...
February 12th was Darwin Day, a celebration to commemorate the birthday of Charles Darwin on February 12, 1809. The day highlights Darwin's contributions to science and is celebrated around the world. To learn more about Darwin's life and work, check ...
Make gummy worms dance, see what colors really make up a black jellybean, and start some homemade rock candy! School is out the day after Valentine’s Day this year, so it’s time for some candy-themed science. If you want to join ...
Beginning February 8, candy chemistry kits for the Family Fun Science program on February 15 will be available on a first come, first served basis through curbside pick-up at the library (while supplies last). Do not open your kit until February ...
Beginning March 6, plant explorer kits for the Family Fun Science program on March 6 will be available on a first come, first served basis through curbside pick-up at the library (while supplies last). Each kit will contain a real ...
Calling all teens! Join the Teen STEM Café planning team. NIU’s Teen STEM Cafés are coming back virtually – created by teens for teens! Join other northern Illinois teens (grades 7-12) to organize special events with science and technology experts from ...
It’s a cold time of year in Northern Illinois, so let’s make something beautiful with it! In this program, we’ll give you a kit with all the supplies you need to make your own beautiful ice light at home. Beginning January ...
Beginning January 2, ice light kits for the Family Fun Science program on January 9 will be available on a first come, first served basis through curbside pick-up at the library (while supplies last). Email pictures of your ice lights to ...
February 26, 2021
Highlighting Black Voices: Final Videos
February 26, 2021
Highlighting Black Voices: More videos!
February 16, 2021
Teen Advisory Group is back!
February 16, 2021
Pathfinder: African Americans in the Arts: Classical Composers, Musicians, and Singers
