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Mike Kuba – Division of Information Technology
Mike has shown the ability to take on several different takes at once. His hard work brought the new DoIT Operation in HSC. HIs leadership style is solid. He is the first person in this role and has created an environment of collaboration and education.
Gary Heller – College of Education
Gary, our Administrative Aide in the College of Education, plays a vital role in the student scholarship process. This year, he worked with the Scholarships Office to update the review process, giving staff more opportunities to be involved in decisions that impact on our students and helping to create a stronger sense of belonging. As...
Crafting knowledge: A showcase of NIU BookLab learning
NIU BookLab, Northern Illinois University Libraries, and the Department of English invite the campus and broader community to Crafting Knowledge: A Showcase of BookLab Learning, a celebration of hands-on book arts, book studies and literary scholarship, and creative experimentation. The event will take place on Wednesday, April 29, 2026, featuring an interactive morning demo, a...
From silos to synergy: NIU Academy builds connections that multiply impact
NIU invites staff to apply for Staff Professional Development Academy by May 1. For over 20 years, including the last half-dozen as NIU’s senior web developer, Brian Walk has grown proficient in understanding how the university works. After all, he’s been on the creative and technological frontlines of telling its myriad stories. Just the same,...
New DeKalb partnerships strengthen Huskie Harvest’s impact
Thanks to a growing community network, NIU’s Huskie Harvest program continues to expand its fight against food insecurity and food waste. Since its launch in 2023, Huskie Harvest has recovered more than 30,000 pounds of food and built a team on campus and beyond dedicated to redirecting surplus meals to students in need. The effort...