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.

NIU at the Forefront of a Growing Field in AI Research

From transformative research to student learning opportunities, Huskies are shaping global conversations about Human-Machine Communication

Linda B. Grandolfo, '73, M.S.Ed. '77, Honored With F.R. Geigle Service Award

Volunteer leader, philanthropist and alumni advocate recognized for service to NIU

Nancy Prange and Pattie Schiele Honored With 2026 Northern Lights Award

Alumni volunteers are recognized for their generosity, initiative, reliability, joyfulness, curiosity and commitment

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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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