In The Spotlight
More Than a Degree: How NIU Shaped Cybersecurity Leader Arvin Verma, 11
College isn’t just where you learn what to do, it’s where you learn who you are.
Tennille Drayton Snodgrass, '98, Turns Huskie Pride into Action
Snodgress fosters connection, culture and support through the Black Alumni Council
A Student Project Built to Measure and Designed to Innovate
A recent engineering graduate turns his senior design project into a real-world solution at his workplace, showcasing how hands-on learning and industry partnerships drive innovation from classroom to career.
Tony Aguilar, '19, Honors His Roots While Forging His Own Future As Engineer, Author
Engineer authors first book inspired by immigrant father and life lessons
Upcoming Events
Upcoming Events Below
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Cirque: A Space Odyssey at Millennium Park
5:30PM Wed 22 Jul 2026 Central timezone
Join fellow Huskies and musical theater enthusiasts for the Grant Park Music Festival’s Cirque: A Space Odyssey, an evening that blends stunning visuals with exceptional live music. -
Kane County Cougars Night Sponsored by the Huskie Marching Band Alumni Network - SOLD OUT
6:30PM - 9:00PM Fri 31 Jul 2026 Central timezone
Join members of the Huskie Marching Band Alumni Network for a fun-filled night of baseball at Northwestern Medicine Field on Friday, July 31!
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