In The Spotlight
Carlos Fulcher, '90, Organizes Appalachian Trail Hike To Reconnect With Alumni
Siblings, friends, co-workers included in group adventure that lasted seven days
Two Huskies, One Epic Ride and a Nearly 50-Year Friendship
Jim Lipuma and J.D. McCourt are taking a friendship forged at NIU into a monthlong ride benefiting the Tunnel to Towers Foundation.
More Than a Degree: How NIU Shaped Cybersecurity Leader Arvin Verma, 11
College isn’t just where you learn what to do, it’s where you learn who you are.
Tennille Drayton Snodgrass, '98, Turns Huskie Pride into Action
Snodgress fosters connection, culture and support through the Black Alumni Council
Upcoming Events
Upcoming Events Below
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Kane County Cougars Night Sponsored by the Huskie Marching Band Alumni Network - SOLD OUT
TOMORROW
6:30PM - 9:00PM Fri 31 Jul 2026 Central timezoneJoin members of the Huskie Marching Band Alumni Network for a fun-filled night of baseball at Northwestern Medicine Field on Friday, July 31! -
NIU Night with the Chicago White Sox (Florida Style)
7:10PM Fri 31 Jul 2026 Eastern timezone
Join fellow Tampa-area Huskies for an exciting night at Tropicana Field as the Tampa Bay Rays take on the Chicago White Sox.
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