NIU Recreation

NIU Recreation NIU Recreation offers students, faculty, staff and the community a great place to get fit and healthy

As part of Athletics to inspire and sustain excellence in the P.A.C. principle of “Promoting Athletes to Champions” while developing champions in the classroom, in competition and in life.

😎 It's getting that time of year to hit the trails! NIU Recreation is bringing back their popular Adventures' horseback ...
08/29/2026

😎 It's getting that time of year to hit the trails! NIU Recreation is bringing back their popular Adventures' horseback riding trips.

🐎🥪Horseback Riding and Lunch:

TRIP 1. Friday, Sept. 11
9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Cedar Point, Illinois

TRIP 2. Friday, Sept. 25
9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Cedar Point, Illinois

🚐Transportation by van included. Sign-up for your spot at this event. Seats are limited.

go.niu.edu/recdse

🔴 A BIG thanks to all Huskies and community members who showed up this week at the NIU Rec Center! The building and our ...
08/28/2026

🔴 A BIG thanks to all Huskies and community members who showed up this week at the NIU Rec Center! The building and our staff were super busy, but that's how we like it. Active patrons are healthy and do better academically. We are here to support you. 🐾 Go Huskies!

👉 Labor Day Hours Reminder 😎All NIU Recreation facilities will be closed Saturday-Monday, Sept. 5 to 7, in observance of...
08/28/2026

👉 Labor Day Hours Reminder 😎

All NIU Recreation facilities will be closed Saturday-Monday, Sept. 5 to 7, in observance of Labor Day.

This includes the:
🏋🏾‍♂️- Recreation Center
🛶- Adventures in the Recreation Center
⚽- Outdoor Recreation Sports Complex (ORSC)
🎾- Nelson Tennis Center at Chick Evans Field House

Before heading out, be sure to check facility hours: go.niu.edu/hours

Have a safe and enjoyable holiday weekend, Huskies! 🐾

🔥 S'mores are calling, Huskies!Join us today from 4 to 7 p.m. outside the Adventure Center at the Rec, for a FREE S'more...
08/27/2026

🔥 S'mores are calling, Huskies!

Join us today from 4 to 7 p.m. outside the Adventure Center at the Rec, for a FREE S'mores Open House. 🍫 Toasted marshmallows, chocolate, graham crackers, and good vibes while supplies last! 😎

Free event and registration.
👉 go.niu.edu/recdse

🐾 Huskies, join us for the final, free, Rec Adventures event for the month of August!✅ S'more's Open House: Thursday, Au...
08/27/2026

🐾 Huskies, join us for the final, free, Rec Adventures event for the month of August!

✅ S'more's Open House: Thursday, August 27, 4 to 7 p.m. Adventure Center (in the Rec).

🟥 Find our mobile app at: go.niu.edu/recdse
🟥 Register now: Use recdse link. Choose Event Registration. If ineligible: Login with your student Z-ID.

Huskie Students, pair with a helpful nutrition coach this semester! A semester package gets you customized: ⏲ One-hour...
08/27/2026

Huskie Students, pair with a helpful nutrition coach this semester! A semester package gets you customized:

⏲ One-hour nutrition assessment.
🕧 30-minute follow-up sessions.
💦 Hydration assessment and goal setting.
🍲 Access to NIU Nutrition's favorite recipes.
🍽 Plate balance and portion size recommendations.
🍫 Meal and snack timing guidance.

Plus, steeply discounted pricing for NIU students! 🐾
📋 go.niu.edu/nutritioncoaching

Free 30-minute session!❓Have a few nutrition questions? Meet one-on-one with a nutrition coach for evidence-based guidance and practical answers. Perfect for quick questions and simple next steps.
💻 go.niu.edu/book-nutrition

😎 NIU Student Government Association (SGA) enjoyed paddling the East Lagoon with Rec Adventures during Week of Welcome. ...
08/26/2026

😎 NIU Student Government Association (SGA) enjoyed paddling the East Lagoon with Rec Adventures during Week of Welcome. 🛶

We strive to help all our patrons: have fun, live well and feel your best. The Rec Center is here for you. Visit today or find out more online. 🐾

Rec hours: go.niu.edu/hours
Rec events: go.niu.edu/recdse

It's National Dog Day, and while we love all dogs, we know NIU has a favorite... Mission! 🐾He may not be a "dawg," but h...
08/26/2026

It's National Dog Day, and while we love all dogs, we know NIU has a favorite... Mission! 🐾

He may not be a "dawg," but he's definitely one of our most beloved mascots. Today, we're showing our appreciation for Mission and his handlers for all they do for the NIU community.

Catch Mission, and Victor E. in action at our home football games. Go Huskies! ❤️🖤

08/26/2026

☀️ What a beautiful day for an adventure! NIU Student Government Association (SGA) hit the East Lagoon with Rec Adventures during Week of Welcome. 🛶🐾

We loved welcoming new and returning Huskies to campus and kicking off the semester together. Huskie strong! ❤️🖤

Rec hours: go.niu.edu/hours
Rec events: go.niu.edu/recdse

September Adventures for the Rec are coming up! 😎✅ International Students Welcome EventFriday, Sept. 4, 2 to 5 p.m., NIU...
08/25/2026

September Adventures for the Rec are coming up! 😎
✅ International Students Welcome Event
Friday, Sept. 4, 2 to 5 p.m., NIU East Lagoon.

🐎 Horseback Riding and Lunch
Friday, Sept. 11, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Cedar Point, IL.

🍫 RecFest S'mores
Friday, Sept. 18, 3 to 6 p.m., NIU Outdoor Recreation Sports Complex (ORSC).

🐎 Horseback Riding and Lunch
Friday, Sept. 25, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Cedar Point, IL.

Event registration: go.niu.edu/recdse
Email: [email protected]

Address

325 N. Annie Glidden Road
Dekalb, IL
60115

Telephone

+18157530232

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