Gifts from alumni and friends help strengthen the Department of Physics and create meaningful opportunities for our students and faculty. Your generosity supports scholarships, student research and professional development, faculty research, outreach and other programs that enhance the educational experience at NIU.
Your support also gives the department the flexibility to respond to emerging needs and pursue opportunities that might not otherwise be possible.
Ways to Give
There are several ways you can support NIU Physics and choose an area that is meaningful to you.
Support the Physics Excellence Fund
Gifts to the Excellence Fund provide flexible support that can be directed where it is needed most. These funds allow department leadership to respond to immediate needs, support students and faculty, and take advantage of opportunities that may not otherwise be possible.
Support a Specific Priority
You can direct your gift to an existing fund supporting scholarships, student opportunities, research or another departmental priority. We can help you identify an opportunity that aligns with the type of impact you would like to make.
Create a Named Fund
For those interested in making a more significant commitment, a named fund can provide support for an area that is important to you while creating a lasting connection to NIU. Named funds can support scholarships, faculty, research, student experiences or other departmental priorities.
Include NIU Physics in Your Estate Plans
A planned gift can provide meaningful future support for the department while allowing you to create a lasting legacy at NIU. There are a variety of ways to include NIU in your estate or long-term financial plans.
Learn More
Every donor has different interests and goals. If you would like to learn more about supporting NIU Physics or discuss an idea for a gift, please contact Alex VerVynck, senior director of advancement, at 815-753-1557 or avervynck@niu.edu.
Thank you for your support of NIU Physics and for helping us continue to create opportunities for our students, faculty and programs.
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