As the semester draws to a close, a few reminders about the NEIU Libraries:
Power through the semester with Fuel for Finals
Free coffee and snacks in the Ronald Williams Library café, May 5-8, 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Take a break from studying.
Visit the café space in the Ronald Williams Library to do some coloring or work on a puzzle.
Remember to return your library books and materials before you head out for your summer!
Also remember to return laptops by appointment (or lockers) between May 5-9th. Email libtech@neiu.edu with questions!
Watch your Nmail for more information on long-term laptop loans for next semester!
Normal library hours continue through the summer.
Each year, the NEIU Libraries hosts the Library Research Awards to celebrate the excellent research of NEIU students! We're thrilled to announce the winners of the 2025 award as well as a shoutout to our honorable mentions!
Winners
Sana Kausar Habiya
It's been over two years since I started my master's in public health in spring 2023 at NEIU. I am almost done with my master's, expecting to graduate in Fall 2025. I became a more active student when I started working as a research assistant last fall, 2024. Since then I have worked on many research projects on campus that focus on students' well-being, including studies on neurodivergent students, sleep quality, and substance use.
I would like to acknowledge my faculty advisor, Dr. Chika Ejike, for her invaluable guidance throughout this project. I also extend my heartfelt gratitude to my mentor, Dr. Christina Ciecierski for her support and mentorship in helping me achieve these milestones. Lastly, I want to thank Lisa Wallis from the NEIU library for her assistance in guiding me through the fundamentals of research.
Courtney Moran
I worked with Dr. Geddes as an NEIU Honors Scholar researching cattail DNA for my undergraduate research. I graduated in 2014 and just returned this semester to pursue my MS in Biology. I started this semester with a deep dive into literature research and jumped at the chance to present because I believe that sharing my research with others, in any stage of the process, will enhance it.
I'd like to thank my mentor, Dr. Geddes, has provided excellent guidance so far as I begin my graduate journey. Research librarian Lisa Wallis helped me refine my research process and introduced me to Zotero, a reference management software, which has proven to be a great asset.
Congrats to our winners, who will each receive a $300 cash prize!
Honorable Mentions
This year the Committee also chose to award several honorable mention awards. These students will receive $50 each as a prize for their excellent work!
Congratulations from the NEIU Libraries!