In The Spotlight

Robert Cherry, '73, Brings Passion For Education to NIUAA Board of Directors

Retired high school math teacher is enthusiastic about all things mathematics and NIU

Rebecca Tole, '07: Millwork Industry Magnet

As founder and owner of Division Six Details, Tole serves as a magnet connecting skilled carpenters with millwork projects

Ryan Weidner, ’98, M.B.A. ’12, Joins NIU Alumni Association Board of Directors

As co-founder and chief financial officer of Pollyanna Brewing Company, Weidner is already a committed partner of the NIU Alumni Association

NIU Education Helped Jeff Thompson, '88, M.S. '90, Navigate Business World

After years in food and chemical industries, Thompson switched to legal cannabis business during COVID

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Donor Stories

Donor Spotlight: Shaun D. Levine, '04, M.A. '06

Funds new scholarship for Southeast Asian Studies students

Arnold Hampel, '63, Continues Legacy of Wife Denise Kennedy, '84, M.B.A. '95

Couple is funding two scholarships, in addition to prize for annual CURE symposium

Donor Spotlight: Krista Krepp '14

Attorney establishes scholarship for Mock Trial students, credits program with building her skills

Student Stories

Student Spotlight: Anabela Arrieta

Ecuadorian student inspired by uncle on path to medical degree

Student Spotlight: Ha Na

Scholarships helping student continue her goal toward becoming a nurse

Student Spotlight: Christina Annerino

Presidential Scholarship recipient plans to graduate with two bachelor's degrees in May