Emily Herbert is an amazing example of a dedicated and talented student. Emily is a Biochemical Engineering major here at NIU who received an incredible
Read moreHonors Program Enrollment on the Rise
Year-to-year reenrollment of freshmen increased markedly this fall compared to the previous year, and the University Honors Program has seen a 14% increase in total enrollment
Read moreHonors Student is NIU’s 2023 Lincoln Laureate
Honors student Merveille Muyizere is Northern Illinois University’s 2023 Lincoln Laureate. The Lincoln Laureate and all other nominees were recognized at a special ceremony with
Read moreHonors Program Recognized with National Distinguished Program Award
The University Honors Program (UHP) won one of three distinguished program awards at Suitable’s annual Pathways to Student Development national conference in late July. “We have
Read moreHonors Students Attend Annual Lorado Taft Retreat
The University Honors Program students took part in the annual Lorado Taft Retreat at the end of August. This retreat is a fantastic way for
Read moreFaculty Fellow Spotlight: Hayley Mayall
Hayley Mayall is an Associate Professor in the College of Education in the Department of Educational Technology. As an Honors Faculty Fellow, Professor Mayall taught
Read moreFaculty Fellow Spotlight: Paul Wright
Paul Wright is a Professor in the College of Education in the Department of Kinesiology and Physical Education. Dr. Wright is also a Board of
Read moreFaculty Fellow Spotlight: Clare Kron
Clare Kron is an instructor for the department of biological sciences in the areas of Genetics, Molecular and Cell Biology. She taught an honors seminar
Read moreFaculty Fellow Spotlight: Shane Sharp
Shane Sharp is an associate professor for the college of liberal arts and sciences in the department of sociology. Spring 2023, he taught an honors
Read moreFaculty Fellow Spotlight: Ellen Stuart
Ellen Stuart is an instructor in the college of business in the department of accountancy. She taught an honors seminar titled “Death by 1,000 Cuts:
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