In The Spotlight
Alumni Strengthen NIU Ties Through Scholarships
A pair of Northern Illinois University alumni who lived at the same time on opposite sides of Huskie Stadium—but never crossed paths—are proof that it’s never too late to forge strong ties that benefit the NIU community.
Gil Ankenbauer on giving back to the department that gave him so much
When reflecting on his life, Gil Ankenbauer identifies his time at NIU as transformational in more ways than one.
2018 Red and Black brings in more than $200,000 for student scholarships
This past November, more than 450 guests came out to the Renaissance Schaumburg Hotel and Convention Center and raised $207,000– 100 percent of which goes toward funding scholarships for NIU students.
Dr. Lisa Freeman Named 13th President in NIU History
The NIU Foundation is pleased with the announcement of Dr. Lisa C. Freeman as the 13th president of Northern Illinois University.
Upcoming Events
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NIU Alumni Association Happy Hour (Scottsdale, AZ; O.H.S.O Brewery and Distillery)
5:00PM - 7:00PM Fri 1 Mar 2019
If you're a proud NIU Huskie and live in the Valley of the Sun area, don't miss out on your chance to reconnect with fellow alumni on March 1 at O.H.S.O Brewery and Distillery in Scottsdale, AZ. -
Chicago White Sox at Chicago Cubs Spring Training Game
12:05PM - 6:00PM Sun 3 Mar 2019
The NIU Alumni Association returns to Arizona for the seventh straight year to watch the Chicago White Sox and Chicago Cubs battle in a Cactus League showdown at 1:05 p.m. MT on March 3 at Sloan Park in Mesa.
Donor Stories
Gil Ankenbauer on giving back to the department that gave him so much
When reflecting on his life, Gil Ankenbauer identifies his time at NIU as transformational in more ways than one.
Hard-working students and a belief in NIU inspire Cathy Doederlein to give back
As the daughter of two NIU professors, Cathy Doederlein grew up on the DeKalb campus. At the time, she had no way of knowing that her experiences as a child would inspire her lifelong commitment to NIU.
Arthur and Sue Doederlein Give Back To The Place They Called Home For More Than 45 Years
Inspired by the impact scholarships made in their lives, two NIU emeriti professors are paying it forward
Student Stories
Amber Sayles: A Scholarship in Action
As a single mother, full-time honors student, community volunteer and part-time paramedic, Amber Sayles relies on her relentless determination, time management skills and hard-earned scholarships to help her on her path to success.
Louie Zmich
Thoughtful marketing major, Louie Zmich, dreams of becoming a business teacher. Thanks to the inspiration he’s gleaned from successful alumni, he’s well on his way.
Nehal Hindi: A Scholarship in Action
Motivated by her experiences with social injustice and discrimination, recent graduate Nehal Hindi came to NIU to study law and become an advocate for herself and others.