Huskie statue unveiled 116th NIU homecoming block party

DeKALB – Northern Illinois University marked its 116th homecoming Thursday with a downtown block party, parade and the unveiling of a new statue.

The Victor E. Huskie statue was revealed to the public on the southeast corner of Lincoln Highway and Second Street during the Down Home in Downtown DeKalb block party. The event also featured a kid zone, classic car show, March of the Huskies parade, pep rally, food trucks and more.

Crowds filled with students, local and university leaders and families lined Lincoln Highway as the rain held off.

Homecoming festivities continue throughout the weekend. The NIU vs. Ohio football game kicks off at 2:30 p.m. Saturday at Huskie Stadium, 1425 W. Lincoln Highway.

For information and a full homecoming event itinerary, visit calendar.niu.edu/homecoming.

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Northern Illinois University mascot Victor E. Huskie fires up attendees during the NIU Huskie Homecoming Block Party Thursday, Oct. 12, 2023, in downtown DeKalb. (Mark Busch)