niu-insider: Recent Episodes
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NIU President Doug Baker highlights several student success stories from the recent spring commencement ceremonies and acknowledges the contributions of faculty, staff, alumni and the community for their support of NIU students and the university throughout the academic year.
NIU is the home of the Association of Black Culture Centers, and ABCC Executive Director Fred Hord talks about the work of this national organization and its involvement with culture centers at NIU.
NIU President Doug Baker talks about the Program Prioritization Academic and Administrative Task Forces’ reports and emphasizes the need for the university community to share feedback on the recommendations.
NIU's First Lady Dana Stover talks about the upcoming ARTIgras event and celebrating the arts on campus and in our community.
NIU President Doug Baker talks about the university’s collaborative efforts to help build thriving communities and provide students with experiences that prepare them for career and life success.
Director of Career Services Strategic Planning and Analysis Brandon Lagana discusses the resources, services and initiatives of his department and identifies opportunities for faculty and staff to further guide students along their journey toward career success.
NIU President Doug Baker highlights some recent successes of students, faculty and staff and encourages the university community to join him in celebrating their accomplishments.
Brett updates us on the current trends in Information Technology and how his team is responding to needs in wireless, cloud computing, and enterprise operations.
NIU President Doug Baker reflects on state funding for higher education and highlights NIU's strategic positioning, strengths, and continuing impact throughout the region.
NIU College of Law associate professor Yolanda King previews NIU's upcoming Diversity Dialogues, the first of which will focus on issues related to the First Amendment, free speech and lawful assembly.
Division of Outreach, Engagement and Regional Development vice president Anne Kaplan talks about the origins of the division and the function and accomplishments of NIU Outreach programs and initiatives.
NIU President Doug Baker talks about NIU's involvement in the nationwide SUPER SCIENCE TUESDAY initiative and the university's continuing support of science, research, and innovation.
Emergency Management Coordinator Kyle Ullmark talks about NIU's upcoming Severe Weather Preparedness exercise and the university's efforts and resources available to inform the public on what to do in an emergency situation.
NIU President Doug Baker recaps the recent Unity Rally for a State Budget and shares several students’ stories on their appreciation of their favorite NIU faculty and staff.
Vice President for University Advancement Catherine Squires talks about why she loves fundraising for her alma mater and highlights the collaborative efforts of the NIU Foundation and Alumni Association in supporting the great work of the university.
NIU President Doug Baker addresses the state budget impasse and praises the accomplishments and perseverance of university faculty and staff.
Interim Vice President for Research and Innovation Partnerships Jerry Blazey discusses the importance research and innovation and shares several examples of exciting research programs and initiatives being conducted by NIU faculty and students.
President Doug Baker discusses some of the accomplishments of NIU student graduates and highlights the influence of outstanding faculty on student success.
Associate Vice President for Student Affairs and Dean of Students Kelly Wesener-Michael talks about the importance of attending class and how NIU’s Attendance Matters initiative encourages students to further engage with faculty to achieve academic success.
NIU President Doug Baker discusses the university’s commitment to inclusion and diversity, and the importance of creating an environment of mutual respect within the NIU community.
Associate vice president and director of athletics Sean Frazier discusses the successful Victor E Ball event and recent accomplishments of Huskie student-athletes both on the fields of competition and in the classroom.
NIU President Doug Baker talks about the university’s ongoing efforts to maintaining normal operations in the absence of a state budget.
NIU vice president of Administration and Finance provides an update on the state budget situation and discusses the university’s progress on process re-engineering.
NIU President Doug Baker talks about the critical role of internships, the relationship to the triangle model and their impact on student career and life success.
Senior associate vice president for Academic Diversity Vernese Edghill-Walden discusses her role as NIU’s chief diversity officer and provides an overview of diversity and inclusion initiatives, activities and programs that promote the university’s mission of engagement and excellence.
NIU President Doug Baker discusses the significance of Huskie Athletics and the accomplishments of NIU student-athletes in and outside the classroom.
Executive Vice President and Provost Lisa Freeman discusses the university's progress and current status of NIU's Program Prioritization initiative.
President Doug Baker talks about NIU partnerships with community colleges in the state and how these collaborative efforts are designed to help NIU graduates achieve career success and industry to thrive
Northern Illinois University Chief of Police and Public Safety Tom Phillips discusses department initiatives and collaborations with community partners that are enhancing the safety and security of campus and community
President Baker comments on the latest fall enrollment figures and highlights noteworthy characteristics of the university's newest students.
Eric Weldy, Vice President for Student Affairs and Enrollment Management, talks about the evolving landscape of student recruitment and how NIU is enhancing the college experience for its students.