In The Spotlight

Outstanding Huskies Recognized with 2026 NIU Alumni Association Awards

We honor alumni who have achieved outstanding professional and personal successes while pursuing civic, cultural or charitable activities.

Crain's Names David Gomel, '94, a Notable Leader in Healthcare

Rosecrance Behavioral Health CEO is a notable leader with an unlikely beginning

Chi Chi Wonuigwe, ’04, Creating Connections, Building Traditions

A Homecoming visit inspired alumna to give back

Shatoya Black, '13, M.S. '15, Ed.D. '20 Turns Adversity Into Purpose

Earns three degrees after losing everything; now works as entrepreneur, speaker, author

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Donor Stories

Donor Spotlight: Barry Franklin '81

Math alumnus and his wife have given back to NIU as he found success as an actuary

Donor Spotlight: Mary Wirth '74

Chemistry alumna plans professorship named for impactful professor Vaughn

Donor Spotlight: M. Nadine Zimmerman

Retired long-time faculty member sings praises of gift annuities to support NIU

Student Stories

Student Spotlight: Carmen Houde

Houde hopes to inspire students to develop a love of music as an educator

Student Spotlight: Jessica Hardges

Hardges aims to develop a nonprofit hydroponics and community resource center

Student Spotlight: Makayla Jackson

Poli sci major wants to be a voice for the voiceless as an attorney

 

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