In The Spotlight
CURE Symposium Highlights Student Research Thanks To Generous Philanthropy
Dr. Arnold Hampel, '63, and his late wife, Dr. Diane Kennedy, have supported student awards
Erin Kirby, '22, Tunes into Huskie Marching Band Alumni Network for Connection
Kirby was inspired to become involved in the HMBAN to show her appreciation for all her opportunities as an NIU student
A Huskie's Voice: Tricia Despres, '94, Shines in Country Music Journalism
Freelance writer authors exclusive stories with top country musicians
John Polemikos, '08: Devoted Teacher, Passionate Balkan, Greek Historian
Educator specializes in teaching history to students with special needs
Upcoming Events
Upcoming Events Below
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Huskie Hour Hosted by the Computer Science Alumni Network (Schaumburg, Illinois)
6:00PM - 8:00PM Thu 29 May 2025, Central timezone
Join the NIU Computer Science Alumni Network and the NIU Alumni Association for a Huskie Hour from 6-8 p.m., Thursday, May 29, at Fox & Hound in Schaumburg, Illinois. -
The Lakes and Mountains of Italy and Switzerland
12:00AM Sat 14 Jun 2025 - 12:00AM Sun 22 Jun 2025, Central timezone
Immerse yourself in the rich beauty of northern Italy and southern Switzerland. Revel in some of Europe’s most scenic vistas on this journey combining Italy’s glorious Lakes District and the beautiful Swiss Alps while we soak up the stunning scenery a
Donor Stories
Donor Spotlight: Art and Pat Guzzetta
Couple sees NIU as family, gives to support students and facilities
Donor Spotlight: Shaun D. Levine, '04, M.A. '06
Funds new scholarship for Southeast Asian Studies students
Student Stories
Student Spotlight: Quentin Brown
Journalism major aims to attend graduate school, helped by scholarships
Student Spotlight: Jacqueline Tovar
Scholarships keep nursing student motivated to graduate, honor parents' hard work
Recent Graduate Spotlight: Sujey Gomez '24
Scholarships help hardworking mother of three cross finish line to graduation in December 2024