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Thank you to Tony Wedick for consistently going above and beyond! He brings incredible creativity as a graphic designer and pairs it with strong people skills as a natural problem solver. Instead of seeing barriers, Tony approaches every project with a “how can we make this work while staying true to the brand?” mindset—always keeping...

For more than two decades, Liz Wright has been a steady, behind-the-scenes force helping NIU run smoothly. Described as the ultimate team player, she steps in whenever needed to support students, colleagues and the broader campus community. Now, the executive assistant in the President’s Office has been recognized with one of the university’s highest staff...

When colleagues at NIU need help getting things done, they turn to Chris Doe. Serving in roles spanning multiple areas of the university for more than two decades, Doe has been a constant source of support, knowledge and Huskie pride. She has been named as a 2026 Board of Trustees Staff Award recipient. The honor...

The Presidential Award for Staff Excellence recognizes up to six staff members per year who have gone above and beyond the specific duties assigned to them and have demonstrated excellence in their work. These individuals positively influence the work environment, foster cooperation, achieve goals and/or overcome obstacles/challenges, while carrying out employment responsibilities. Criteria: Be a...