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2024 Rockford Holiday Reception
5:30PM - 8:00PM Thu 5 Dec 2024, Central timezone
Join us for our second annual Rockford Holiday Reception from 5:30-8 p.m. on Thursday, Dec. 5 at The Standard on State in the Rooftop Conservatory. -
National Football Watch Parties
7:00PM Tue 19 Nov 2024, Central timezone
Cheer on your Huskies during our National Football Watch Party Day on Tuesday, Nov. 19, as NIU takes on the Miami Redhawks in Oxford, Ohio! -
STEM Café—Critical Minerals: Artificial Intelligence in Sales and Pricing
6:30PM - 8:30PM Wed 6 Nov 2024, Central timezone
Join NIU Assistant Professor of Marketing Reza Rajabi to learn about AI's impact on improving efficiency, personalizing customer experiences and enabling data-driven decision-making. -
Flavors of Peru
11:00AM - 1:00PM Sat 2 Nov 2024, Central timezone
Peru is arguably one of the best food nations in the world! Enjoy tasting authentic Peruvian cuisine while learning more about the upcoming Culinary Peru trip with the NIU Alumni Association Travel Program, LLC. -
Huskies Night Out - Freshly Squeezed!
5:30PM Fri 1 Nov 2024, Central timezone
Join us at Ellington’s Restaurant in the Holmes Student Center on Friday, Nov. 1, at 5:30 p.m. for dinner and a live juice demonstration from Jada Juice! -
Healthy Healthy Huskies Virtual Wellness Series
6:30PM - 8:00PM Wed 30 Oct 2024, Central timezone
Join us for our new virtual wellness series and learn how we can be more mindful about food usage and its environmental impact. -
NIU Football at Ball State Pregame Reception
1:00PM - 3:00PM Sat 26 Oct 2024, Eastern timezone
Join your fellow NIU Huskie Football fans as we travel to Muncie, Indiana to watch the Huskies take on the Ball State Cardinals in the Battle for the Bronze Stalk during Ball State's Homecoming game. -
Rockford Haunted History - SOLD OUT
6:00PM - 7:30PM Thu 24 Oct 2024, Central timezone
Join your fellow Huskies for a ghoulishly good time checking out the tombstones and hearing spooky stories at the Cedar Bluff Cemetery. -
Brunch with Mission and Victor E.
9:00AM - 11:00AM Sat 19 Oct 2024, Central timezone
The Fourth Annual Brunch with Mission and Victor E., hosted by the NIU Alumni Association and NIU Foundation, will take place from 9-11 a.m. on Saturday. Oct. 19 in front of NIU's historic and picturesque Altgeld Hall on College Ave. -
Fill the Field at Homecoming 2024 for Huskie Marching Band and Silverette Alumni
8:00AM - 6:30PM Sat 19 Oct 2024, Central timezone
Huskie Marching Band and Silverette alumni are invited back to campus on Saturday, Oct. 19, for the 117th Homecoming at NIU. -
Huskie Hour with DeKalb County Bold Spirits
2:30PM - 4:30PM Fri 18 Oct 2024, Central timezone
Join us for NIU's 117 Homecoming Huskie Hour with DeKalb County Bold Spirits at Jonamac Orchard sponsored by the Law Office of Doyle and James., LLC. -
Homecoming Friday Shuttle Buses
12:00AM Fri 18 Oct 2024, Central timezone
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Golden Huskies 50+Year Reunion Weekend
1:00PM Thu 17 Oct 2024 - 11:55PM Sat 19 Oct 2024, Central timezone
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STEM Café—Supercomputing to Change the Course of American Science
6:30PM - 8:30PM Wed 9 Oct 2024, Central timezone
Join NIU STEAM to learn more about how supercomputers transform scientific research across many domains, from the laboratory to the cosmos. -
Huskies Night Out - Ready, Set, Action!
5:30PM Fri 4 Oct 2024, Central timezone
Join us at Ellington’s Restaurant in the Holmes Student Center on Friday, Oct. 4, from 5:30-6:40 p.m. for dinner before attending the 7:30 p.m. performance of the play Mary Stuart by Friedrich Schiller at the Black Box Theatre in the Stevens Building. -
Savor the Future: Experience Culinary Magic and Cultivate Sustainability with Chef Bryan
5:30PM Thu 3 Oct 2024, Central timezone
Join us for an evening that blends culinary excellence with community impact at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday, October 3 in the Holmes Student Center Gallery. -
Real Jobs in the Real World a panel discussion, hosted by the Computer Science Alumni Council
5:00PM - 7:00PM Tue 1 Oct 2024, Central timezone
Join the Computer Science Alumni Council as they present "Real Jobs in the Real World: A Panel Discussion" -
NIU Football at North Carolina State Pregame Reception
9:30AM - 11:30AM Sat 28 Sep 2024, Eastern timezone
Join us and your fellow NIU Huskies Football fans as we travel to Raleigh, North Carolina to watch the Huskies take on the NC State Wolfpack on Saturday, Sept. 28, at Carter-Finley Stadium. -
Chicago Fire F.C. Soccer and Tailgate Co-Hosted by the Latino Alumni and Greek Alumni Councils
4:30PM Sat 14 Sep 2024, Central timezone
All alumni are invited to join the NIUAA Latino Alumni Council (LAC) and the Greek Alumni Council (GAC) at Soldier Field as the Chicago Fire FC takes on the New York Red Bulls, on Saturday, Sept. 14 as a part of Hispanic Heritage Night. -
Mission III's Dog Days of Summer Tour (New Glarus, Wisconsin)
12:30PM - 5:00PM Fri 13 Sep 2024, Central timezone
Join NIU’s mascot Mission III from 12:30-5 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 13, at New Glarus Brewery in New Glarus, Wisconsin. -
STEM Café—Critical Minerals: The Hidden Materials Required for Green Energy
6:30PM - 8:30PM Wed 11 Sep 2024, Central timezone
Do we have enough of these critical materials to support a shift to green energy sources in a timely manner? Or do we risk having found an answer to climate change but not being able to implement it in time? -
NIU Football at Notre Dame Pregame Brunch - SOLD OUT
11:00AM - 1:00PM Sat 7 Sep 2024, Eastern timezone
Join us, and your fellow NIU Huskies Football fans, as we travel to South Bend, Indiana, to watch the Huskies take on the Notre Dame Fighting Irish. -
NIU Alumni Association Travel Program, LLC 2025 Virtual Preview
6:00PM Wed 4 Sep 2024, Central timezone
Join the NIU Alumni Association Travel Program, LLC and Director of Travel, Andrea Hodgman from 6:30-8 p.m. CT on Wednesday, Sept. 4 for a virtual 2025 Travel Preview. -
NIU Black Alumni Council Reunion Picnic
12:00PM - 7:00PM Sun 1 Sep 2024, Central timezone
Please join the NIU Black Alumni Council and your fellow Huskies for the Black Alumni Council Reunion Picnic! -
Beers, Bites and Delights! (St. Charles, Illinois)
12:30PM - 2:30PM Sat 24 Aug 2024, Central timezone
Why wait to celebrate Oktoberfest and Christmas? Join us on Saturday, Aug. 24, for an afternoon steeped in German tradition and culture while learning more about our upcoming Magical Christmas Markets trip through Germany, Switzerland and Austria! -
Croatia and Montenegro Coastal Voyage
12:00AM Wed 14 Aug 2024 - 12:00AM Thu 22 Aug 2024, Central timezone
The Croatian coastline and its islands rank among the most intricately indented coastlines in the world. Of the 1,244 islands, islets, cliffs and reefs, only 50 are inhabited. -
STEM Café—Stargazing, Space and Missions to the Moon
6:30PM - 8:30PM Mon 12 Aug 2024, Central timezone
Join NIU STEAM for a dazzling evening of stargazing, talks about space exploration and viewing of the annual Perseid meteor shower. -
2024 NIU Women's Basketball Golf Scramble
9:00AM Fri 9 Aug 2024, Central timezone
Come out and support the NIU Women's Basketball team with fellow Huskies at the beautiful River Heights Golf Course! -
Dig for Dinos at the Burpee Museum - CANCELED
3:00PM - 5:00PM Thu 8 Aug 2024, Central timezone
Huskies of all ages are invited to 'Dig for Dinos' at the Burpee Museum of Natural History in Rockford! -
NIU Alumni Association Travel Program, LLC 2025 Preview
5:30PM - 7:00PM Wed 7 Aug 2024, Central timezone
Join the NIU Alumni Association Travel Program, LLC and Director of Travel, Andrea Hodgman for the 2025 Travel Preview Event. -
2024 Brigham Novak Gridiron Classic
7:30AM - 4:00PM Fri 26 Jul 2024, Central timezone
Friday, July 26 at Prairie Landing Golf Club -
NIU Night With the Chicago Cubs Pregame Reception
5:00PM - 7:00PM Mon 22 Jul 2024, Central timezone
Join the NIU Alumni Association in the Clubhouse area at Brickhouse Tavern, Monday, July 22 from 5-7 p.m. for a pregame reception before NIU Night with the Chicago Cubs. -
Rockford Huskies Welcome
12:00PM - 2:00PM Sun 21 Jul 2024, Central timezone
Rockford area alumni and students are invited to a special Huskie welcome event for our new and returning Huskies before the fall semester begins in DeKalb. -
Mix it up With Pollyanna (St. Charles, Illinois)
6:30PM - 8:00PM Wed 10 Jul 2024, Central timezone
Join your fellow Huskies to learn the basics of mixology while creating your own delicious cocktails. -
NIU Day With the Chicago White Sox
11:40AM Sun 30 Jun 2024, Central timezone
The White Sox have arranged a special patio party for NIU Day on June 30 with an all-you-can-eat pregame buffet. -
The Chicago Experience Concert Hosted by the Huskie Marching Band Alumni Council (Aurora, Illinois)
7:00PM Fri 28 Jun 2024, Central timezone
Join the NIU Huskie Marching Band Alumni Council (MBAC) and NIU Alumni Association at RiverEdge Park in Aurora for an evening of music, friends and fun. -
Huskie Hour Hosted by the Computer Science Alumni Council (Oak Brook, Illinois)
5:30PM - 7:30PM Thu 27 Jun 2024, Central timezone
Join the NIU Computer Science Alumni Council (CSAC) and the NIU Alumni Association for a Huskie Hour from 5:30-7:30 p.m., Thursday, June 27, at Labriola in Oak Brook, Illinois. -
Chicago Cubs at San Francisco Giants Game and Pregame Reception
5:00PM Tue 25 Jun 2024, Pacific timezone
The NIU Alumni Association is heading to San Francisco to watch the Chicago Cubs take on the Giants on June 25. Join us for a program event at MoMo's before catching the game at Oracle Park. -
Mission III's Dog Days of Summer Tour (St. Louis, Missouri)
2:00PM - 4:00PM Sat 22 Jun 2024, Central timezone
Join NIU’s mascot Mission III from 2-4 p.m. on Saturday, June 22, at Gallery Pub on Thurman in St. Louis, Missouri. -
Mission III's Dog Days of Summer Tour (Peoria, Illinois)
5:30PM - 7:30PM Fri 21 Jun 2024, Central timezone
Join NIU’s mascot Mission III from 5:30-7:30 p.m. on Friday, June 21, at Cyd's in the Park in Peoria, Illinois. -
NIU Law Golf Outing 2024
11:00AM - 5:30PM Fri 21 Jun 2024, Central timezone
Friday, June 21, 11 a.m.-5:30 p.m. at River Heights Golf Course, DeKalb -
Huskie Hour Hosted by the Black Alumni Council (Chicago, Illinois)
6:00PM - 8:00PM Fri 14 Jun 2024, Central timezone
Join the NIU Black Alumni Council (BAC) and NIU Alumni Association for a Huskie Hour from 6-8 p.m., Friday, June 14, at hue. Chicago in the heart of Chicago's South Loop. -
Mission III's Dog Days of Summer Tour (Milwaukee, Wisconsin)
12:30PM - 2:30PM Sat 8 Jun 2024, Central timezone
Join NIU’s mascot Mission III from 12:30-2:30 p.m. on Saturday, June 8, at Riley's Social House in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. -
STEM Café—Artificial Intelligence: Scientific, Social and Ethical Implications
6:30PM - 8:30PM Thu 6 Jun 2024, Central timezone
Join NIU STEAM to learn about the benefits and pitfalls of AI with two experts. -
Huskie Summer Circuit (St. Charles, Illinois)
5:30PM - 7:30PM Thu 6 Jun 2024, Central timezone
Meet NIU Coaches and Staff in St. Charles. -
Huskie Summer Circuit (Oakbrook Terrace, Illinois)
5:30PM - 7:30PM Wed 5 Jun 2024, Central timezone
Meet NIU Coaches and Staff in Oakbrook Terrace. -
Classical Greece
12:00AM Wed 5 Jun 2024 - 12:00AM Sun 16 Jun 2024, Eastern timezone
Travel to Greece with your fellow Huskies and experience warm sunshine reflecting off the Parthenon, espresso on a patio on Santorini, cold retsina on a balcony as the sun sets on Mykonos and so much more! -
13th NIU Alumni Association Golf Outing in Partnership with EC-United.
FEATURED9:00AM - 7:00PM Mon 20 May 2024, Central timezone
The 13th NIU Alumni Golf Outing will take place at Cantigny Golf in Wheaton. -
2024 NIU Wrestling Team Golf Scramble
11:00AM - 6:00PM Fri 17 May 2024, Central timezone
Come out and support the NIU Wrestling team with fellow Huskies at the beautiful Sycamore Golf Club! -
STEM Café—Physical Therapy for Lifelong Health
6:30PM - 8:30PM Wed 15 May 2024, Central timezone
Join NIU STEAM to explore the role of physical therapy in helping to improve overall health and quality of life for people of all ages. -
Graduation Reception
11:30AM - 1:30PM Sat 11 May 2024, Central timezone
Graduates and their families are invited to celebrate this milestone accomplishment as they are welcomed into the NIU alumni family. -
NIU Alumni Association & Fatty's Present Grad Bash
9:00PM - 11:00PM Thu 9 May 2024, Central timezone
The NIU Alumni Association and Fatty's Pub and Grille proudly celebrate the Class of 2024 from 9-11 p.m. Thursday, May 9, with Grad Bash. Fatty's is located at 1312 W. Lincoln Highway. -
The Perfect Blend: A Croatian Wine and History Pairing
5:30PM - 7:30PM Thu 9 May 2024, Central timezone
Join us in Sycamore, Illinois and discover the rich, diverse and unique culture, history and wine of Croatia! -
Latino Alumni Council Corre a Toda Madre 5k
9:00AM Sat 4 May 2024, Central timezone
In celebration of Mother's Day, join the NIU Latino Alumni Council in a 5K on May 4. -
Huskie Trek Talks: Ideas in Motion
5:30PM - 9:00PM Fri 3 May 2024, Central timezone
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Conference on Undergraduate Research and Engagement Open House
9:00AM - 3:00PM Tue 30 Apr 2024, Central timezone
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Spring Showcase
12:00PM - 3:30PM Sat 27 Apr 2024, Central timezone
Huskie Nation, join us on Saturday, April 27 at Huskie Stadium and the Chessick Practice Center for the annual NIU Football Spring Showcase, preceded by the Victor E. Fan Fest and Surplus Sale. All activities are open to the public and FREE to attend. -
NIU IFC Men's Tugs April 20, 2024
10:30AM Sat 20 Apr 2024, Central timezone
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Student Care Package Prep and Pizza Party
6:00PM - 8:30PM Thu 18 Apr 2024, Central timezone
Join the Volunteer Engagement team for a packing and pizza party at the Naperville location of Aurelio’s on Thursday, April 18, from 6-8:30 p.m. -
STEM Café—Theatrical Special Effects: Engineering Spectacle
6:30PM - 8:30PM Wed 17 Apr 2024, Central timezone
Join us to learn how technical directors and designers use mathematics, engineering and artistry to keep performers and audiences safe while producing seemingly death-defying feats. -
Huskies Night Out - Stargazing - SOLD OUT
5:30PM - 9:00PM Fri 12 Apr 2024, Central timezone
Join us at Ellington’s Restaurant in the Holmes Student Center on Friday, April. 12, for dinner before an evening of stargazing at the Davis Hall Observatory. -
NIU / Chicago Blackhawks Game Day Experience
12:00PM Sat 6 Apr 2024, Central timezone
We invite you to take advantage of this special Northern Illinois University ticket offer as the Chicago Blackhawks welcome NIU alumni, family and friends to their game on Saturday, April 6, against the Dallas Stars. -
Horses, Hats and Stats - CANCELED
5:00PM - 7:00PM Tue 2 Apr 2024, Central timezone
Before you put on your fascinator, pour yourself a mint julep or place your bets, learn how horse racing odds and statistics work. -
Hockey Night in Rockford
5:00PM - 6:45PM Sat 23 Mar 2024, Central timezone
Join us at Carlyle Brewing Co., on Saturday, March 23, from 5-6:45 p.m. for a pregame reception before NIU night with the Rockford IceHogs. -
Greek Out With Us
10:00AM - 12:00PM Sat 16 Mar 2024, Central timezone
Are you fascinated by Greek mythology, amazed by Greek architecture or hungry for Greek cuisine? Escape the cornfields of Illinois and spend a couple of hours immersed in Greek culture with your fellow Huskies and come “Greek Out With Us”! -
Huskie Hour at Clyde's of Gallery Place (Washington, D.C.)
5:30PM - 7:30PM Tue 12 Mar 2024, Eastern timezone
Join the NIU Alumni Association from 5:30–7:30 p.m. EDT on Tuesday, March 12, in the gorgeous second-floor conservatory at Clyde's of Gallery Place for a Huskie Hour event, featuring NIU President Lisa C. Freeman and Chief Strategy Officer/Liaison f -
Tales of the Huskie Spirit with Storyteller Rob Caskie (DeKalb)
5:00PM Thu 7 Mar 2024, Central timezone
Experience a captivating evening with storyteller Rob Caskie as he takes you on a journey of the Huskie Spirit. Get ready to be transported to both poles as he weaves together tales of adventure, courage and resilience. -
STEM Café—The Past, Present and Future of Weather Forecasting
6:30PM - 8:30PM Wed 6 Mar 2024, Central timezone
Join NIU STEAM to learn about the history and recent progress of weather forecasting, including the impact of new technology. -
Tales of the Huskie Spirit with Storyteller Rob Caskie (Naperville)
5:00PM - 7:00PM Wed 6 Mar 2024, Central timezone
Experience a captivating evening with storyteller Rob Caskie as he takes you on a journey of the Huskie Spirit. Get ready to be transported to both poles as he weaves together tales of adventure, courage and resilience. -
Cubs vs. White Sox Spring Training Game
12:05PM Fri 1 Mar 2024, Mountain timezone
Whether your from the North Side, South Side, or just plain love some good 'ole fashioned fun at the ballpark, join your fellow Huskies at Sloan Park on Friday, March 1, for a Spring Training game between the Chicago Cubs and the Chicago White Sox. -
Huskie Hour at Sophia's Kitchen (Scottsdale, Arizona)
5:30PM - 7:30PM Thu 29 Feb 2024, Mountain timezone
If you're a proud NIU Huskie and live in the Valley of the Sun area, don't miss out on your chance to reconnect with fellow alumni on Feb. 29 at Sophia's Kitchen in Scottsdale, Arizona. -
NIU Night With the Chicago Bulls Pregame Reception
5:00PM - 6:45PM Tue 27 Feb 2024, Central timezone
Join us at Midwest Coast Brewing Co., on Tuesday, Feb. 27, from 5-6:45 p.m. for a pregame reception before our first-ever NIU night at the Chicago Bulls. -
NIU Alumni Day Basketball Doubleheader
2:00PM - 4:00PM Sat 24 Feb 2024, Central timezone
Join your fellow Huskies from 2-4 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 24, in the South Lobby of the NIU Convo Center between the NIU women's and men's basketball games. -
Play With the Pep Band at Alumni Day
12:45PM Sat 24 Feb 2024, Central timezone
You're invited to perform with the NIU Pep Band on Alumni Day for the men’s and women’s basketball games on Saturday, Feb. 24! -
The Presidential Election Nomination Process: Does It Make Sense?
11:30AM - 1:30PM Tue 20 Feb 2024, Eastern timezone
Join fellow NIU alumni and friends for lunch on Tuesday, Feb. 20, at Redsauce American in The Villages, Florida, to hear Dr. Matt Streb talk about the presidential election nomination process and answer your burning political questions. -
Huskie Hour at Bulla Gastrobar (Tampa, Florida)
5:30PM - 7:30PM Mon 19 Feb 2024, Eastern timezone
Join your fellow alumni for a Huskie Hour at Bulla Gastrobar, on Monday, Feb. 19 from 5:30-7:30 p.m. -
Huskie Hour at Wood Fired Kitchen & Cocktails (Sarasota, Florida)
5:00PM - 7:00PM Sun 18 Feb 2024, Eastern timezone
Join your fellow alumni for a Huskie Hour at 1592 Wood Fired Kitchen & Cocktails, on Sunday, Feb. 18, from 5-7 p.m. in Sarasota, Florida. -
Huskies Night Out - Blooming with CrEATivity
5:30PM - 8:00PM Fri 16 Feb 2024, Central timezone
Join us at Ellington’s Restaurant in the Holmes Student Center on Friday, Feb. 12, for dinner and a floral arrangement workshop. -
STEM Café—Good Food: Gardening, Preserving and Sustainable Food Systems
6:30PM - 8:30PM Wed 7 Feb 2024, Central timezone
Join NIU STEAM to learn some practical ideas to grow and preserve your own food or get involved in community projects. -
Bright Angel Wine Tasting at Main Street Social
6:00PM - 8:00PM Tue 30 Jan 2024, Central timezone
Sip, eat and taste wines from the Napa and Sonoma vineyards from alumni-owned Bright Angel Wines. -
Alumni, Huskies and Wolves Hockey, Oh My!
1:00PM Sat 27 Jan 2024, Central timezone
We invite you to take advantage of this special Northern Illinois University ticket offer as the Chicago Wolves and the NIU Hockey team welcome alumni, family and friends to their games on Saturday, January 27 at the Allstate Arena in Rosemont, Illinoi -
The Art and Science of Coffee Roasting - SOLD OUT
9:00AM - 10:30AM Sat 27 Jan 2024, Central timezone
Start your Saturday morning off with a cup of coffee at FreshGround Roasting, a local family-owned business in Geneva, Illinois. -
STEM Café—Quantum Computing: Next Big Thing or Next Big Flop?
6:30PM - 8:30PM Wed 17 Jan 2024, Central timezone
Join NIU STEAM to learn the basics of quantum computing, find out where the field stands today and learn what else needs to happen before quantum computing can live up to its potential. -
NIU Football vs. Arkansas State (Camellia Bowl)
8:30AM - 4:00PM Sat 23 Dec 2023, Central timezone
Join the NIU Alumni Association on Saturday, Dec. 23, as we travel to Montgomery, Alabama to watch the NIU Huskies take on Arkansas State in the Camellia Bowl. -
Graduation Reception
11:30AM - 1:30PM Sun 17 Dec 2023, Central timezone
Graduates and their families are invited to celebrate this milestone accomplishment as they are welcomed into the NIU alumni family. -
STEM Café—Holiday Foods for Health and Pleasure
6:30PM - 8:30PM Wed 13 Dec 2023, Central timezone
Join NIU STEAM and registered nutritionist dietitian Meg Burnham to learn how to enjoy holiday foods in a healthy, sustainable way. -
2023 Alumni Holiday Reception
FEATURED5:30PM - 8:00PM Wed 13 Dec 2023, Central timezone
Kick off your holiday season with your fellow Huskies at our annual Holiday Reception at the Ivy Room in Chicago. -
NIU Arts Golden Hour Showcase Series at the Epiphany Center - CANCELED
5:00PM - 8:00PM Fri 8 Dec 2023, Central timezone
Enjoy great performances by ensembles from the NIU School of Music in a beautiful, iconic Chicago venue. -
2023 Rockford Alumni Holiday Reception
5:30PM - 8:00PM Tue 5 Dec 2023, Central timezone
Join us for our first-ever Rockford Holiday Reception from 5:30-8 p.m. on Tuesday, Dec. 5 at The Standard on State in the Rooftop Conservatory. -
NIU Men's Basketball at Northwestern Pregame Reception
4:30PM - 6:30PM Mon 27 Nov 2023, Central timezone
Join us in Evanston before the Huskies take on the Northwestern Wildcats. -
VW Bus Tour of San Francisco
12:45PM - 4:00PM Sat 18 Nov 2023, Pacific timezone
Join your fellow NIU alumni and friends as you cruise around San Francisco city aboard a thoroughly restored vintage VW bus during a three-hour tour. -
STEM Café—Fusion Energy: A Clean Energy Source for the Future?
6:30PM - 8:30PM Wed 15 Nov 2023, Central timezone
Join NIU STEAM to learn about the process of fusion and some of the different approaches and pros and cons of fusion energy. -
Hamilton Experience – Chicago (SOLD OUT)
5:00PM - 10:30PM Wed 15 Nov 2023, Central timezone
Join us and your fellow Huskies for an evening of food, fun and theatre in Chicago! -
Dr. Glendening's Musical Madness
2:00PM - 4:00PM Sun 12 Nov 2023, Eastern timezone
Join fellow NIU alumni and friends from 2-4 p.m. ET on Sunday, Nov. 12, the Eisenhower Recreation Center, located at 3560 Buena Vista Blvd., The Villages, Florida 32163 for "Dr. Glendening's Musical Madness" and learn how you can make music from just -
Dr. Glendening's Musical Madness
1:00PM - 3:00PM Sat 11 Nov 2023, Eastern timezone
Join fellow NIU alumni and friends from 1-3 p.m. ET on Saturday, Nov. 11, at Columbia Restaurant in Tampa, Florida, for "Dr. Glendening's Musical Madness" and learn how you can make music from just about....anything. -
Huskies Night Out - Bourbon and Chocolate - SOLD OUT
6:00PM - 8:00PM Fri 10 Nov 2023, Central timezone
Join us at Ellington’s Restaurant in the Holmes Student Center on Friday, Nov. 10, from 6-8 p.m. for dinner and a bourbon and chocolate pairing. -
NIU Men's Basketball at Marquette Pregame Reception
5:00PM - 7:00PM Mon 6 Nov 2023, Central timezone
Join us as we travel to Milwaukee to watch the Huskies take on the Marquette Golden Eagles. -
Paranormal Tour at Tinker Swiss Cottage! SOLD OUT
7:00PM - 10:00PM Thu 26 Oct 2023, Central timezone
Come join your fellow Huskies for a ghoulishly good time on this three-hour faBOOlous private paranormal tour. -
The French Riviera
12:00AM Fri 20 Oct 2023 - 12:00AM Sun 29 Oct 2023, Eastern timezone
The stunning French Riviera awaits your arrival, complete with elegant coastal resorts, superb dining, fascinating museums, fabulous shopping and secrets only a Mediterranean paradise can unfold. -
Huskie Hour at Riverlands Brewing Company (St. Charles, Illinois)
5:30PM - 7:30PM Wed 18 Oct 2023, Central timezone
Join the NIU Alumni Association for a Huskie Hour, from 5:30-7:30 p.m., Wednesday, Oct. 18 at Riverlands Brewing Company in St. Charles, Illinois. -
Brunch with Mission and Victor E. - LOCATION CHANGE
9:30AM - 11:30AM Sat 14 Oct 2023, Central timezone
The Third Annual Brunch with Mission and Victor E., hosted by the NIU Alumni Association and NIU Foundation, will take place from 9:30-11:30 a.m. on Saturday. Oct. 14 in front of NIU's historic and picturesque Altgeld Hall on College Ave. -
Fill the Field at Homecoming 2023 for Huskie Marching Band and Silverette Alumni
8:00AM - 6:30PM Sat 14 Oct 2023, Central timezone
Huskie Marching Band and Silverette alumni are invited back to campus on Saturday, Oct. 14, for the 116th Homecoming at NIU. -
Pizza, Paint and Sip with Chelsea McGhee Studio
6:00PM - 8:00PM Fri 13 Oct 2023, Central timezone
Break out the red and black paint and get into the homecoming spirit with your fellow Huskies on Friday night. -
Huskie Hour with DeKalb County Bold Spirits
3:00PM - 5:00PM Fri 13 Oct 2023, Central timezone
Join Huskies for a tasting event at Jonamac Orchard. -
CLAS Huskie Hour
5:30PM - 7:30PM Thu 5 Oct 2023, Eastern timezone
Meet Dean Brinkmann and network with fellow Huskies from 5:30-7:30 p.m. while enjoying appetizers and drinks. There is no cost to attend this event. -
STEM Café—Ethics, Creativity and the Impacts of Artificial Intelligence
6:30PM - 8:30PM Wed 4 Oct 2023, Central timezone
Join NIU STEAM to learn how ChatGPT, DALL-E and other generative AI technologies are changing the face of human creativity and impacting professions in marketing, art and literature. -
Real Jobs in the Real World a panel discussion, hosted by the Computer Science Alumni Counci
5:00PM - 7:00PM Mon 2 Oct 2023, Central timezone
Join the Computer Science Alumni Council as they present "Real Jobs in the Real World: A Panel Discussion" -
An Evening With Chef Bryan Fundraising Event
5:00PM - 8:00PM Thu 28 Sep 2023, Central timezone
This garden and farm to table event that will feature roast pork and chicken along with a feast of produce harvested from NIU's edible campus market garden, as well as local farms. -
LIV Golf Chicago at Rich Harvest Farms Supports Northern Illinois University
9:30AM Fri 22 Sep 2023 - 12:05PM Sun 24 Sep 2023, Central timezone
Watch some of the top golfers in the world while supporting NIU. -
NIU Night With the Chicago Cubs Pregame Reception
5:00PM - 6:45PM Wed 20 Sep 2023, Central timezone
Join the NIU Alumni Association on the first-floor patio at Brickhouse Tavern, Wednesday, Sept. 20 from 5-7 p.m. for a pregame reception before NIU night at the Chicago Cubs. -
National Football Watch Parties
6:00PM Sat 16 Sep 2023, Central timezone
Cheer on your Huskies during our National Football Watch Party Day on Saturday, Sept. 16, as NIU takes on the University of Nebraska Cornhuskers in Lincoln, Nebraska! -
NIU Football at Nebraska Pregame Reception
3:30PM - 5:30PM Sat 16 Sep 2023, Eastern timezone
Join us, and your fellow NIU Huskies Football fans, as we travel to Lincoln, Nebraska to watch the Huskies take on the Nebraska Cornhuskers -
STEM Café—A Recipe for Hearing and Balance Health
6:30PM - 8:30PM Wed 13 Sep 2023, Central timezone
Join NIU STEAM to learn about healthy practices to protect hearing and balance all year round. -
Alumni Trivia Night in Rockford
6:00PM - 8:00PM Thu 7 Sep 2023, Central timezone
Join fellow Huskies for a fun trivia night at Thunder Bay Grille in Rockford! -
NIU Black Alumni Council Reunion Picnic
12:00PM - 7:00PM Sun 3 Sep 2023, Central timezone
Please join the NIU Black Alumni Council and your fellow Huskies for the 2023 Black Alumni Council Reunion Weekend! -
NIU Football at Boston College Pregame Reception
9:30AM - 11:30AM Sat 2 Sep 2023, Eastern timezone
Join us, and your fellow NIU Huskies Football fans, as we travel to Boston to watch the Huskies take on the Boston College Eagles. -
Historic Boston Freedom Trail and Lunch
10:00AM - 2:00PM Fri 1 Sep 2023, Eastern timezone
Join us and your fellow Huskies for a walking tour of the historic Boston Freedom Trail followed by lunch at Ned Devine's on Friday, Sept. 1. -
Ferragosto Rockford
4:00PM - 10:00PM Sat 26 Aug 2023, Central timezone
Join your fellow Rockford area Huskies for an entertaining evening of jazz, networking, giveaways and more! -
NIU Alumni Volleyball Night
3:30PM - 4:45PM Sat 26 Aug 2023, Central timezone
Gather with your fellow NIU alumni and friends at a pregame reception in the South Lobby of the NIU Convocation Center from 3:30-4:45 p.m. before the NIU Women’s Volleyball team takes on the University of Illinois on Saturday, Aug. 26. -
Huskie Hour at Pollyanna Social (Lemont, Illinois)
5:30PM - 7:30PM Thu 24 Aug 2023, Central timezone
Join your fellow alumni for a Huskie Hour at Pollyanna Social, Thursday, August 24 from 5:30-7:30 p.m. -
NIU Alumni Association Travel Program, LLC 2024 Virtual Preview
6:30PM - 8:00PM Tue 22 Aug 2023, Central timezone
Join the NIU Alumni Association Travel Program, LLC and new Director of Travel, Andrea Hodgman from 6:30-8 p.m. CT on Tuesday, Aug. 22 for a virtual 2024 Travel Preview. -
Chicago Fire F.C. Soccer and Tailgate hosted by the Latino Alumni Council
4:30PM Sun 20 Aug 2023, Central timezone
All alumni are invited to join the NIUAA Latino Alumni Council (LAC) at Soldier Field as the Chicago Fire FC takes on Orlando City SC, Sunday, Aug. 20. -
NIU Alumni Portland Underground Donut Tour
9:45AM - 12:00PM Sun 20 Aug 2023, Pacific timezone
Bring your walking shoes and your sweet tooth, and join us in Portland for the Underground Donut Tour! -
NIU Alumni Seattle Pike Place Market Chef-Guided Food Tour
1:45PM - 4:00PM Sat 19 Aug 2023, Pacific timezone
Join us as we explore one of the oldest and largest continuously operating public markets in the United States. -
NIU Day With the Chicago White Sox
11:40AM - 5:40PM Sun 13 Aug 2023, Central timezone
The White Sox have arranged a special patio party for NIU Day on Aug. 13 with an all-you-can-eat pregame buffet. -
STEM Café—Stargazing, Space Stations and Solar Eclipses
6:00PM - 8:30PM Thu 10 Aug 2023, Central timezone
Join NIU STEAM for a dazzling evening of stargazing, talks about space exploration and viewing of the annual Perseid meteor shower. -
Huskies Night Out - S'more Fun with Dr. Matt Streb
5:30PM - 8:00PM Thu 10 Aug 2023, Central timezone
Join us at Ellington’s Restaurant in the Holmes Student Center for dinner before heading to the East Lagoon Fire Pit for s'mores and folk tales told by Dr. Matt Streb -
NIU Alumni Association Travel Program, LLC 2024 Preview
5:30PM - 7:00PM Tue 8 Aug 2023, Central timezone
Join the NIU Alumni Association Travel Program, LLC and new Director of Travel, Andrea Hodgman for the 2024 Travel Preview Event. -
Mini-Golf "Fore" the Family
6:00PM - 8:00PM Wed 2 Aug 2023, Central timezone
Be a social putter-fly and join your fellow Huskies for a par-tee at the Volcano Falls miniature golf courses in Loves Park. -
STEM Café—Drones: Uses and Impacts Today
6:30PM - 8:30PM Thu 20 Jul 2023, Central timezone
Learn more about the different types of drones (with a focus particularly on aerial drones), their various uses, and the process of operating and repairing drones at this upcoming STEM Café. -
Alumni Trivia Night at Durty Nellies (Palatine, Illinois)
6:00PM - 8:00PM Thu 20 Jul 2023, Central timezone
Join fellow Huskies for a fun trivia night at Durty Nellies in Palatine! -
NIU Rockford Area Huskies' Send-Off
12:00PM - 2:00PM Sun 16 Jul 2023, Central timezone
Help us send our Huskies off to another exciting year at NIU! -
Arctic Cruise Adventure: In Search of the Polar Bear
12:00AM Sun 16 Jul 2023 - 12:00AM Mon 31 Jul 2023, Eastern timezone
Explore the Arctic on an all-encompassing expedition in search of the mighty polar bear. Travel alongside knowledgeable experts intimately familiar with the region while cruising the remote east coast of Greenland and seeing diverse wildlife. -
Alumni Trivia Night at Mickey Finn's Brewery (Libertyville, Illinois)
6:00PM - 8:00PM Thu 13 Jul 2023, Central timezone
Join fellow Huskies for a fun trivia night at Mickey Finn’s Brewery in Libertyville, Illinois! -
Mission III's Dog Days of Summer (St. Louis, Missouri)
5:30PM - 7:30PM Tue 27 Jun 2023, Central timezone
Join NIU’s mascot Mission III from 5:30-7:30 p.m. on Tuesday, June 27, at Global Brew Tap House in St. Louis, Missouri. -
Mission III's Dog Days of Summer (Madison, Wisconsin)
2:00PM - 4:00PM Sun 25 Jun 2023, Central timezone
Join NIU’s mascot Mission III from 2-4 p.m. on Sunday, June 25, at Great Dane Pub & Brewing (Downtown) in Madison, Wisconsin. -
Mission III's Dog Days of Summer (Milwaukee, Wisconsin)
12:30PM - 2:30PM Sat 24 Jun 2023, Central timezone
Join NIU’s mascot Mission III from 12:30-2:30 p.m. on Saturday, June 24, at Black Husky Brewing in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. -
Alumni Trivia Night at Fatty's
6:00PM Thu 22 Jun 2023, Central timezone
Join fellow Huskies for a fun trivia night at Fatty's Pub and Grill in DeKalb! -
STEM Café—Neutrinos: Building Blocks of the Universe
6:30PM - 8:30PM Wed 14 Jun 2023, Central timezone
The Deep Underground Neutrino Experiment (DUNE) will be one of the world’s largest and most fascinating scientific investigations — and it’s happening in our own backyard. -
Chicago Cubs at San Francisco Giants Game and Pregame Reception
2:00PM Sat 10 Jun 2023, Pacific timezone
The NIU Alumni Association is heading to San Francisco to watch the Chicago Cubs take on the Giants at 4:35 p.m. PT on June 10 at Oracle Park. -
Huskie Summer Circuit (Rockford, Illinois)
5:30PM - 7:30PM Wed 7 Jun 2023, Central timezone
Meet NIU Coaches and Staff in Rockford. -
Huskie Summer Circuit (Oakbrook Terrace, Illinois)
5:30PM - 7:30PM Tue 6 Jun 2023, Central timezone
Meet NIU Coaches and Staff in Oakbrook Terrace. -
Huskie Summer Circuit (St. Charles, Illinois)
5:30PM - 7:30PM Mon 5 Jun 2023, Central timezone
Meet NIU Coaches and Staff in St. Charles. -
SOLD OUT - Pilsen Neighborhood Art & Walking Tour
1:00PM - 3:40PM Sun 4 Jun 2023, Central timezone
Join the NIU Latino Alumni Council (LAC) and your fellow Huskies at 5 Rabanitos for a social hour followed by a walking tour of the Chicago Pilsen Murals. -
SOLD OUT - 12th NIU Alumni Association Golf Outing in Partnership with FACS
9:00AM - 7:00PM Mon 22 May 2023, Central timezone
The 12th NIU Alumni Golf Outing in partnership with Forensic Analytical Consulting Services, Inc.will take place at Cantigny Golf in Wheaton. -
STEM Café—Bison: Engineers of the Prairie Ecosystem
9:00AM - 12:00PM Sat 20 May 2023, Central timezone
Hear from NIU Biology Professor Holly Jones about her research on the impact bison have on the prairie ecosystem. -
Graduation Reception
11:30AM - 1:30PM Sat 13 May 2023, Central timezone
Graduates and their families are invited to celebrate this milestone accomplishment as they are welcomed into the NIU alumni family. -
Latino Alumni Corre a Toda Madre Virtual 5k
12:00AM Sun 7 May 2023 - 11:59PM Sun 14 May 2023, Central timezone
In celebration of Mother's Day, join the NIU Latino Alumni Council in a virtual 5K from May 7-14. -
Putt Putt at the Puttshack in Oak Brook
5:00PM - 7:00PM Thu 4 May 2023, Central timezone
The Puttshack is a little old place, where we can...get...to..ge..therrrrrrr...as Huskies take over and play a fun, tech-infused mini golf course at Puttshack in Oak Brook. -
Huskies Night Out - Dinner and Strings
5:30PM - 8:00PM Fri 28 Apr 2023, Central timezone
Join us at Ellington’s Restaurant in the Holmes Student Center on Friday, April. 28, from 5:30-6:40 p.m. for dinner before the Avalon String Quartet performance. -
Chicago Chinatown Food and Walking Tour - SOLD OUT
12:30PM - 4:00PM Sat 22 Apr 2023, Central timezone
Join the NIU Alumni Association for a walking and food tour of Chicago's historic Chinatown. -
Student Finals Care Package Prep Party at Aurelio's Pizza
6:00PM - 8:30PM Thu 20 Apr 2023, Central timezone
Join the Volunteer Engagement team for a packing and pizza party at the Naperville location of Aurelio’s on Thursday, April 20, from 6-8:30 p.m. -
Holland Tulips Cruise
12:00AM Wed 19 Apr 2023 - 12:00AM Thu 27 Apr 2023, Eastern timezone
The tranquil waterways that run from Amsterdam through the Netherlands, and into northern Belgium, reveal famous Dutch windmills, magnificent cities of Belgium and vibrant flower gardens. -
STEM Café—Why an Acre Matters: How Digital Technology is Transforming Agriculture
6:30PM - 8:30PM Wed 12 Apr 2023, Central timezone
As the global population increases, farmers need to produce more crops with fewer resources – and they want to do this in a way that’s sustainable environmentally and economically. -
Barkuterie Board Workshop - SOLD OUT
11:00AM - 12:30PM Sat 1 Apr 2023, Central timezone
Network, sip, and eat while learning hands-on how to build a charcuterie board for any occasion. -
White Sox vs. Cubs Spring Training Game
12:05PM Mon 27 Mar 2023, Mountain timezone
The NIU Alumni Association returns to Arizona to watch the Chicago White Sox and Chicago Cubs battle in a Cactus League showdown at 1:05 p.m. MT on March 27 at Sloan Park in Mesa. -
Music, Munch and Mingle (Phoenix, Arizona)
12:30PM - 2:30PM Sat 25 Mar 2023, Mountain timezone
Join us at the Musical Instrument Museum in Phoenix, Arizona, for a "Music, Munch and Mingle" luncheon featuring Director of the NIU School of Music, Andrew Glendening, D.M.A. -
STEM Café—Microbrewing: The Science of Beer Flavors
6:30PM - 8:30PM Wed 15 Mar 2023, Central timezone
As craft brewing has grown, U.S. consumers are encountering a much wider range of flavors in their beers – from caramel to clove, banana, apple and even roses. But did you know that most of these flavors are created directly from the yeast itself? -
NIU Hockey Night in Rockford - RESCHEDULED
5:00PM - 11:00PM Wed 15 Mar 2023, Central timezone
Join your fellow Rockford area Huskies in the District Bar and Grill banquet room, Wednesday, March 15 from 5-6:30 p.m. for a pregame reception followed by the Rockford IceHogs game at 7 p.m. at the BMO Harris Bank Center. -
Alumni Trivia Night
6:00PM - 8:00PM Thu 9 Mar 2023, Central timezone
Put your knowledge of NIU and general trivia to the test at our Alumni Trivia Night at Draft Picks in Naperville! -
MAC Basketball Tournament Reception
6:00PM - 8:00PM Wed 8 Mar 2023, Eastern timezone
Join your fellow Huskies in Cleveland, Ohio for the MAC Basketball Tournament and cheer on the Huskies! -
Duckpin Bowling in Indianapolis
2:00PM - 4:00PM Sun 26 Feb 2023, Eastern timezone
Have some "spare" time? Join your fellow Huskies from 2-4 p.m. on Sunday, Feb. 26, at the Fountain Square Theatre Building in Indianapolis, Indiana for a vintage game of duckpin bowling. -
Huskie Hour at Good Liquid Brewery (Sarasota, Florida)
5:30PM - 7:30PM Tue 21 Feb 2023, Eastern timezone
Join your fellow alumni for a Huskie Hour at Good Liquid Brewery, Tues. Feb. 21 from 5:30-7:30 p.m. -
Huskie Hour at Tampa Bay Brewing Co. (Tampa, Florida)
5:30PM - 7:30PM Mon 20 Feb 2023, Eastern timezone
Join your fellow alumni for a Huskie Hour at Tampa Bay Brewing Co., Monday, Feb. 20 from 5:30-7:30 p.m. -
Exploring the World: The Value of International Education (The Villages, Florida)
2:00PM - 4:00PM Sun 19 Feb 2023, Eastern timezone
Join fellow NIU alumni and friends from 2-4 p.m. ET on Sunday, Feb. 19, in The Villages, Florida, as NIU Executive Director for Global Initiatives Dr. Eric Jones shares his insights about the value of international education and his passion for explorin -
NIU Alumni Day Basketball Doubleheader
2:00PM - 4:00PM Sat 18 Feb 2023, Central timezone
Join your fellow Huskies from 2-4 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 18, in the South Lobby of the NIU Convo Center between the NIU women's and men's basketball games. -
Play With the Pep Band at Alumni Day
12:45PM Sat 18 Feb 2023, Central timezone
You're invited to perform with the NIU Pep Band on Alumni Day for the men’s and women’s basketball games on Saturday, Feb. 18! -
STEM Café: The Science Behind Flirting
6:30PM - 8:30PM Wed 15 Feb 2023, Central timezone
Why do people flirt? Flirting is more complex than we might imagine, and it’s characterized by ambiguity. Some people flirt just for fun, others to explore a romantic relationship, and still others to increase their own sense of self-worth. -
Bright Angel Wine Tasting at Main Street Social - SOLD OUT
6:00PM - 8:00PM Wed 15 Feb 2023, Central timezone
Roses are red, and wine is too. Let’s wine things down and talk with your fellow alumni too. -
NIU/Chicago Blackhawks Game Day Experience - SOLD OUT
5:00PM - 11:00PM Fri 10 Feb 2023, Central timezone
We invite you to take advantage of this special Northern Illinois University ticket offer as the Chicago Blackhawks welcome NIU alumni, family and friends to their game on Friday, Feb. 10, against the Arizona Coyotes. -
The Art and Science of Coffee Roasting - SOLD OUT
9:00AM - 10:30AM Sat 28 Jan 2023, Central timezone
Start your Saturday morning off with a cup of coffee at FreshGround Roasting, a local family-owned business in Geneva, Illinois. -
STEM Café—Wastewater Surveillance Testing for Public Health
6:30PM - 8:30PM Wed 18 Jan 2023, Central timezone
Many communities – including DeKalb – are now testing wastewater for pathogens like SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19. Wastewater surveillance testing is an exciting new tool for public health professionals. -
Quito and Galapagos Islands Exploration
12:00AM Mon 16 Jan 2023 - 12:00AM Wed 25 Jan 2023, Central timezone
Boulder-like giant tortoises, diving marine iguanas, waved albatrosses taking flight and waters filled with tropical fish and sea turtles provide an amazing adventure for travelers who love observing wildlife in their natural setting. -
STEM Café: Happy, Healthy Holidays: Tools for Successful Communication
6:30PM - 8:30PM Wed 7 Dec 2022, Central timezone
The holidays can be a stressful time, but understanding emotions and biases can help us successfully navigate conversations and increase positive interactions. -
2022 Alumni Holiday Reception
FEATURED5:30PM - 8:00PM Wed 7 Dec 2022, Central timezone
Kick off your holiday season with your fellow Huskies at our annual Holiday Reception at the Old Post Office in Chicago. -
NIU Black Alumni Council Virtual Holiday Fundraiser
2:00PM - 4:00PM Sun 4 Dec 2022, Central timezone
Dust off your favorite ugly holiday sweater, cozy up by the fire and join the Black Alumni Council’s 2nd annual virtual Holiday fundraiser and celebrate the festive season! -
Christmas Markets – Highlighting Vienna
12:00AM Sun 27 Nov 2022 - 12:00AM Sun 4 Dec 2022, Central timezone
Return to the days of yesteryear and take pleasure in a dusting of snowflakes, hot mulled wine, stirring carols and festive squares while exploring the treasures of Christmas markets in Vienna and the surrounding area. -
Coffee Grounds and Rebounds
8:30AM - 9:30AM Wed 23 Nov 2022, Eastern timezone
Before the NIU Men's Basketball team takes the court on the final day of the Fort Myers Tip-Off Tournament, meet your fellow Huskies for coffee! -
Hoops and Hopz
3:30PM - 5:30PM Tue 22 Nov 2022, Eastern timezone
Following first day action for the NIU Men's Basketball team at the Fort Myers Tip-Off Tournament, meet your fellow Huskies for a Huskie Hour event!