Alumni and Friends

Stay connected with the dynamic NIU biological sciences community. Whether you graduated last spring or many years ago, you're a vital part of our legacy. Update your contact information to ensure you don't miss exclusive invitations to our annual conference, alumni updates, Homecoming celebrations and other events. Stay in the loop and continue to celebrate the pride and connection of the Huskie community.

Why Stay Connected?

Staying connected helps you:

  • Stay informed about the latest departmental developments
  • Expand your professional network through alumni events
  • Give back by sharing your experiences and expertise with current students

Ways to Engage

  • Be a guest speaker: Share your insights with a class or our student organizations.
  • Host students: Offer internships or job-shadowing opportunities for real-world experience.
  • Mentor and network: Guide students by sharing career advice and building professional connections.

Learn more about how to get engaged by contacting Malerie Schumaker, director of alumni engagement, at 815-753-5088 or mschumaker@niu.edu.

Additional Resources

Contact Us

Department of Biological Sciences
Montgomery Hall 349
815-753-1753
815-753-0461 (fax)

General questions can be directed to kmeyer5@niu.edu.

Student enrollment questions can be directed to sfarley@niu.edu.

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