The NIU Alumni Association hosts over 50 special events a year! Cheer on your favorite Chicago baseball team with fellow alumni. Tailgate with us at the Alumni Village of the Barsema Alumni and Visitors Center before home football games. Attend a cultural event at the Chicago Field Museum. Gather with friends for a wine tasting. No matter what your interests are, the NIU Alumni Association has something for everyone.
July 28, 2010
NIU Back to School Family Night at Costco
Join the NIU Alumni Association for an exciting back to school night at Costco in St. Charles. Don't miss this chance to do your back to school shopping while enjoying an appetizer buffet from Costco's premium vendors.
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July 29, 2010
NIU's New Chicago Speaker Series
A great tradition has started at the NIU Chicago Office and we want you to be part of it! Join us for the next presentation: "How the IT Industry Impacts our Personal Lives Today."
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July 30, 2010
White Sox vs. A's at U.S. Cellular Field
Watch the White Sox take on the Oakland A's from the comfort of an all-inclusive suite. A full buffet, open bar and great seats make this a can't-miss event.
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August 17 & 18, 2010
Volunteer Opportunity for Honors Program Alumni
This year, the NIU Honors Program is inviting our alumni to join us for dinner and evening activities at the annual Honors Retreat for incoming freshmen at the NIU campus at Lorado Taft.
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August 20, 2010
Cubs vs. Braves at Wrigley Field
Have a great day at Wrigley Field with the NIU Alumni Association. We'll get ready for the game at our Goose Island Brew Pub reception before watching the Cubs play the Braves in late-season baseball.
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September 18, 2010
NIU vs. Illinois Pregame Reception
Cheer on the Huskies as they take on in-state rivals the University of Illinois Fighting Illini! Get ready for the game at our pregame reception with great food and your fellow Huskie alumni!
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September 25, 2010
NIU vs. Minnesota Pregame Reception
Get ready for the Huskies vs. the Golden Gophers at our pregame reception in Minnesota. We'll enjoy a great buffet and a host of NIU Alumni as we party before the game.
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September 28, 2010
Cubs vs. Padres in San Diego
Join our Southern California Regional Group for a ballgame at PETCO Park. Enjoy a private pre-game reception, dinner buffet and premiere lower level seats!
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Candian Rockies - September 2010
Classical Italy - October 2010
New Years in London - December 2010
Imperial Japan - March 2011
Recurring events
Black Alumni Council: Network & Nibbles
Every 1st Thursday of the month
5 to 9 p.m.
Union Park Lounge
228 S. Racine Ave, Chicago
This event is free, registration is not required
The first event is Thursday, July 1.