In The Spotlight
Lisa Thanos Harrod, '96, Leads and Inspires as Manteno Schools Superintendent
Looks back fondly on Greek experiences, impactful mentor during her NIU days
Jonathan Koepke, '01, M.A. '04, M.B.A. '12, Really Digs His Job
NIU Executive MBA program gave Koepke the confidence and business acumen to buy ENCAP
Haley Cummings, '16, M.S. '18, Innovates Tools For Mars Exploration At NASA
Learned lessons in leadership from soccer team, concepts from professors at NIU
Double-Double Huskies: Thomas, '07, MBA '15, and Julie, '07, M.A. '11, Konczyk
Two Huskies, each armed with two degrees, equals exponential wisdom and Huskie Pride
Upcoming Events
Upcoming Events Below
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Chicago Fire F.C. Soccer and Tailgate
4:30PM Sat 16 Aug 2025, Central timezone
All alumni are invited to join the NIUAA Latino Alumni Council and the Greek Alumni Network at SeatGeek Stadium as the Chicago Fire FC takes on the St. Louis CITY SC on Saturday, Aug. 16. -
SoCal Brunch
11:30AM - 1:30PM Sun 24 Aug 2025, Pacific timezone
Join us Sunday, Aug. 24, at Flamingo Deck in Pacific Beach for tropical vibes, great food and Huskie connections.
Donor Stories
Donor Spotlight: M. Nadine Zimmerman
Retired long-time faculty member sings praises of gift annuities to support NIU
Donor Spotlight: Patrick Crowe, '70
Actuary continues to serve clients, give to NIU after retirement
Student Stories
Student Spotlight: Ja'kobe Jones
SGA president aims to become a financial advisor for underrepresented communities
Student Spotlight: Taylor Headley '25
Marketing grad received assistance from scholarship, continuing to study for master's at NIU
Student Spotlight: Quentin Brown
Journalism major aims to attend graduate school, helped by scholarships