In The Spotlight
Living the Dream
L.A. Chargers Head Coach Brandon Staley and Wife Amy Staley, ’07, Bring Huskie Values to Football and Family
Peter Pierro, ’50, M.S. ’57, Ed.D. ’66, Shares 96 Years of Wisdom With Latest Book
After serving in WWII and finding years of success as a professor, coach and author, Pierro says he is still learning every day.
High School Spanish Instructor Kimberly Radostits, ’07, Named Illinois Teacher of the Year
'Ms. Rad' hopes to use this platform to advocate for students who are at risk of not graduating on time.
Joan Bottarini, ’93, CFO of Hyatt Hotels Shares Wisdom About Hospitality
Hyatt executive and fellow alumna discuss impact of NIU during COB Wednesday Night Wisdom webcast
Upcoming Events
Upcoming Events Below
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Canadian Rockies Adventure—Featuring Two Days Onboard the Rocky Mountaineer
Happening now
12:00AM Thu 12 May 2022 - 12:00AM Sat 21 May 2022, Central timezoneFrom Vancouver we will set out on the famed Rocky Mountaineer for a journey through some of the most charming towns, majestic mountain scenery and the most awe-inspiring sites the Canadian Rockies have to offer. -
11th NIU Alumni Association Golf Outing in Partnership with Forensic Analytical Consulting Services,
9:00AM - 7:00PM Mon 23 May 2022, Central timezone
The 11th NIU Alumni Golf Outing in Partnership with Forensic Analytical Consulting Services, Inc.will take place at Cantigny Golf in Wheaton.
Donor Stories
University Librarian Alex Wenner Understood the Power of Legacy
Alex Wenner established an endowment to provide the Gisela Wenner Memorial Scholarship in the NIU School of Nursing.
Professor Provides Best Lab Experience
An estate gift from Dr. Allen Staver provides state-of-the-art technology.
Student Stories
Unleashing a Passion to Help Others: Krista Ekberg, NIU Foundation Impact Scholar
Recent graduate, Krista Ekberg, reflects on how the scholarship she received from the NIU Foundation helped to unleash her passion for research and psychology.
The Heart to Care and Knowledge to Help: DaQuan Russell-Watts, NIU Foundation Impact Scholar
Anthropology major, DaQuan Russell-Watts, was born with a natural curiosity. The scholarship he received from the NIU Foundation is helping to Unleash his curiosity.
Talon Diaz
Anthropology major, Talon Diaz, dreams of working as a cultural resource management anthropologist. The scholarship he received from the NIU Foundation is helping those dreams become a reality.