The Collaborative Way

A roundup of 71 North updates

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July 08, 2025

The Collaborative Way

As the summer heat settles in, we hope you had a chance to relax, recharge, and enjoy a safe and festive Fourth of July. While things may be slowing down outside, ideas are still thriving at 71 North Partnership Studio—and momentum is building across our collaborations. Whether you're refining a project, exploring new connections, or just dropping in to cool off, we're always glad to have you in the studio.

Please note, the library will be closed this Thursday, July 10, 2025
See you at 71 North!

“If you want to go fast, go alone. If you want to go far, go together.”
— African Proverb

HuskieVerse Featured Experience

Pollinator Park

Experience and reflect on the impact of pollinators in the near and far future.

Pollinator Park is a crossover between a zoo, a theme park, an interactive museum, and a crystal ball: fun, educational, and emotionally engaging.

There are multiple opportunities to explore virtual reality each week.

Visit the HuskieVerse booking page to reserve your spot.

Europe 2050 – Following a cascade of ecological crises, our world has been deprived of healthy ecosystems and wealthy flora. Amidst this dystopian landscape lies a lavish green beacon of hope: Dr. Beatrice Kukac’s Pollinator Park -a futuristic farm, a safe haven for pollinating insects and an eye-opener for its visitors.

An experience based on real science.

This Week at 71 North

Please note, our hours have changed for the summer. We are open Tuesday through Thursday 8:00am-4:30pm

Tuesday:

11:30-12:30 PM: 71 North OPs meeting

2:00 - 3:00 PM: LEAP from Project to Product Management • Meetup.

Lean & Agile Community of Practice

This Community is designed for anyone looking to enhance their understanding of Lean and Agile principles and best practices, from project managers and software developers to business leaders and consultants.

calendar.niu.edu/event/lean_agile_community_of_practice

Wednesday:

8:00am- 4:30 PM: Open Studio hours

9-12:30PM: University Advancement Communications Retreat

Thursday:

8:00am-4:30pm, 71 North is closed/ Memorial Founders Library is also closed

Friday -Monday

71 North is closed, Have a great weekend!

Looking Ahead:

NIU STEAM will be hosting their Sustainability: It’s Our Time Camp at 71 North next week. NIU STEAM offers many camps throughout the year, for more information, please follow the link below:

Looking Back:

71 North’s Tech Taco Tuesdays were a great success last year! Let’s make this year even better! The schedule is almost done and will be released soon!

Take a moment to review 71 North on Google Maps