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Newman Catholic Student Center

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Welcome to the Newman Catholic Student Center at Northern Illinois University! Looking for something more? We’re so glad you’re here! The best life on campus is a life centered on Christ. We are a part of Christ the Teacher University Parish located a block north of the Holmes Student Center. Whether college seems exciting or daunting, we want to invite you to find a home here at the Newman Center. There are lots of opportunities to get involved, make new friends, be a part of our growing community, and encounter the Lord! Fill out the form below, and we’ll be in touch with you!

SMT + FOCUS

You are not alone! Missionaries and student leaders are here to walk with you as you dive deeper into your faith.

Bible Studies

Don’t let your college years be ordinary. An extraordinary opportunity of faith & friendship lies before you. Embrace it.

Upcoming Events

St. John Paul II said it best, “Life with Christ is a wonderful adventure.” From college dinners to mission trips, come find the adventure here.

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John 1:46

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Our last Parish Directory is from 2008! Help us complete our updated one in the Jubilee Year of Hope by signing up for a photo time slot THIS WEEK! It will not be complete without you Schedule.ucdir.com Church code: il420 Password: photos 🥳📸
Your Student Ministry Team and FOCUS missionaries for 2025-2026! 👏
6 days away!!! It's almost time for our Parish Directory photography days! It will not be complete without you, yes you! Sign up at schedule.ucdir.com Church code: il420 Password: photos Send us a DM with any questions!
🐾First football game of the season tomorrow calls for a tailgate!! 🏈 Come find us in the student tailgating lot tomorrow morning starting at 11:30am. We will have food, non-alcoholic drinks, and games. Go huskies!!
🔥BONFIRE TONIGHT🔥 College students, join us tonight for a bonfire at 7:30pm in the Newman backyard!! Smores! Games! Music! Fun! No better way to spend your Thursday night!
✨Come unto Him, all you who labor and are burdened, and He will give you rest. College students, come tonight for Spirit and Life; Your mid week refresher full of prayer, sacraments, and friendship. 8:00pm: Adoration with praise and worship. Con
TONIGHT!! College students, join us for a rosary walk around campus at 8:15pm. We will meet at Newman and go from there! Don't have a rosary? No worries, we have extra! Don't know how to pray the rosary? We've got guides you can use! Come for a
‼️8PM MASS IS BACK THIS SUNDAY, AUGUST 24TH ‼️ Join us for Mass this weekend! After the 4:30pm and 8:00pm there will be Ice Cream in the library. After the 8:00am and 10:30am there will be coffee and donuts! Welcome back, Huskies!