In The Spotlight
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.
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.
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.
Upcoming Events
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Return of the Ultimate Hamilton Experience – Chicago
TOMORROW
5:00PM - 10:00PM Tue 11 Dec 2018An exclusive deal is being offered to alumni to see the award-winning play "Hamilton" at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 11, at the CIBC Theatre in Chicago. -
Boca Raton Bowl - Huskies vs. UAB
3:30PM - 10:00PM Tue 18 Dec 2018
The 2018 MAC Champion NIU Huskies are heading to Florida on Tuesday, Dec. 18 to take on Conference USA Champion, UAB in the Cheribundi Boca Raton Bowl at FAU Stadium Kickoff is slated for 7 p.m. ET.
Donor Stories
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
Bill and Dian Taylor Deal Students a Winning Hand
Winners Give Back. Alumni provide opportunity for future Huskies
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.