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Goldie’s got a brand-new look! In this week’s edition of Noteworthy at �ڰ�������, remeet Goldie, �ڰ�������’s beloved golden eagle mascot, check out the Pedroso Center’s Womxn’s HERstory Month events and watch some videos featuring �ڰ������� community members who were in the news for Black Heritage Month. 

Around the Commons

Remeet Goldie!

In 2019, �ڰ������� took part in a marketing research initiative to help the University better understand its audience and personality. After a comprehensive analysis of peer institutions, creating over 25 unique versions of our beloved golden eagle mascot and soliciting feedback from the �ڰ������� community, �ڰ������� is excited to present the new Goldie illustration! You can order all your Goldie gear at �ڰ�������’s .  

Love the new Goldie logo? Share your excitement with our ! Don’t forget to tag @NEIULife on Facebook and Instagram or @NEIU on Twitter to show off your new Goldie swag.  

And there’s more!

• The University has extended the Spring 2021 withdrawal deadline to 11:59 p.m. on Saturday, May 8. 
• Associate Professor of Communication, Media and Theatre Edie Rubinowitz published a story on about a new website to help people find COVID-19 vaccines.  
• The is accepting applications for the Summer 2021 cohort through Feb. 28. 
• Student are open until March 8. The virtual conference will be held April 22-23.
• �ڰ�������'s Green Fee Committee is accepting new proposals for sustainable projects related to any of the NEIU locations. Students, faculty and staff can contact greenfee@neiu.edu for a pre-proposal submission. All pre-proposals are due by 8 p.m. March 4.
• The Student Government Association is seeking Senators and Council of Clubs Representatives. Students interested in these positions should complete the .
• �ڰ�������’s library is seeking student submissions for “.” All current �ڰ������� students as well as alumni who were students during the Spring 2020 and Summer 2020 terms are encouraged to submit pieces to the archive. 
• �ڰ�������’s student media organizations are currently recruiting students. Any students interested in participating can fill out the . Additionally, the �ڰ������� Programming Board and Student Government Association are hiring student workers. Students interested in any of these opportunities can contact Student Media Coordinator Dennis Sagel at drsagel@neiu.edu for more information.

To do

Womxn’s HERstory Month

The Angelina Pedroso Center for Diversity and Intercultural Affairs invites the University community to celebrate Womxn’s HERstory Month 2021 by participating in a series of virtual events. Next week’s events include: 

• , through March 31
• Womxn’s HERstory Month: Soy Yo! (It’s Me!): Identity, Education, and Joy, 3 p.m., March 2
• , 3 p.m., March 2
• 7 p.m., March 2
• , 3 p.m., March 3
• , 3 p.m., March 4
• Womxn’s HERstory Month: Reproductive Justice Trivia Night, 7 p.m., March 4

To view the complete schedule and sign up for more events, visit the 2021 Womxn’s HERstory Month website.

In the media

Remembering the 1972 Black Political Convention

Political Science Professor Emeritus Bob Starks was featured on a Black History Month segment on the 1972 Black Political Convention.

Diversity in the Newsroom

Alumnus Robert Jordan (M.A. '94 Speech) took part in a virtual panel discussion on about the importance of diversity in the newsroom. 

Also in the media  

• Professor Emeritus of Economics Edward Stuart was a guest on the discussing finances and the economy in 2021. Stuart is also scheduled to be a guest speaker for on March 4. 
• Orchestra Director Benjamin Firer was mentioned in a article about the upcoming Metropolitan Youth Symphony virtual winter concert, which he will conduct  on March 3. 
• Alumnus George Vukotich (B.A. ’80 Business and Management) was featured in the for being named founding director of the Center for Research in Innovation and Smart Cities by UW-Parkside. 

Student Support Spotlight

Student Counseling Services

Student Counseling Services has provided some tips for helping individuals manage anxiety and worry they may be feeling, and listed some important resources. The following resources are also recommended for teachers, families and students to help manage self-care in workplaces: 

• “”

Students are welcome to contact Student Counseling Services to set up an appointment to talk either by phone or their online platform for teletherapy. To access NEIU’s Student Counseling Services, call (773) 442-4650 or send an email to counsect@neiu.edu between 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday through Friday. After hours, students may also reach a counselor for more urgent consultation by calling the main number and pressing “2” during the outgoing message.

Student Food Pantry

The Student Food Pantry has a new partnership with the and will now be able to offer fresh fruits and vegetables in addition to canned and other non-perishable items. Due to COVID-19 regulations, the Student Food Pantry will continue its online ordering service through a new system and steps to complete orders are available on the Student Pantry website. Hours of operation are 1-4 p.m. Monday and Thursday. For questions, please contact Chris Maxwell at c-maxwell2@neiu.edu.

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