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Computer Science Alumni Network

Founded in 2006, the NIU Computer Science Alumni Network is the official affinity group for graduates, faculty and friends of the NIU Department of Computer Science and NIU alumni in the information technology field. The CSAN co-sponsors a varity of events each year, including networking and job seeker workshops, professional lectures, wine tastings, baseball games, golf outings, tents at homecoming, student mentoring, scholarships and holiday parties.

UPCOMING EVENTS

Check back soon for information on 2026 events. You can also check out all upcoming alumni events on the NIU Alumni Association events page.

Mission of the Network

The main objective of the Computer Science Alumni Network is to connect its members to each other, the NIU Foundation and Northern Illinois University while providing a vehicle through which those engaged can share their time, talent, and treasure.

The Network has four types of constituents it seeks to serve, each with its own distinct goals/mission:

Alumni: Serve as a vehicle to create and reinforce strong relationships and networking among computer science alumni
University: Provide guidance and support to the University and the Department of Computer Science on matters such as direction, curriculum, industry knowledge and alumni experience
Students: Assist students and recent graduates with a successful transition into the workplace and ongoing career networking
Industry: Contribute to the greater good of the information technology industry, as well as encourage qualified students to consider pursuing a career in computer science and related disciplines

Get Connected

Interested in volunteering to help plan activities alongside the Computer Science Alumni Network Leadership Council? We'd love to hear from you! Email volunteer@niu.edu.

CSAN Leadership

Kevin Sweeney, President; Curtis Baryla, Vice-President; Maribeth Anderson, Events and Communication Coordinator

At-Large Members: Steven Barger, Howard Blietz, and Joe Intrakamhang.

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