The NIU Advocacy Network is a unified network of students, faculty, staff, alumni and community supporters who want to advance the university’s priorities in Springfield and Washington, D.C.
By joining the NIU Advocacy Network, you’ll receive timely legislative updates, calls to action and opportunities to share your NIU story in support of public policy, outreach and marketing. Your voice can help secure the resources and recognition Huskies deserve. Go Huskies!
The Network does not engage in or promote any prohibited political activity, as defined in the State Officials and Employees Ethics Act (5 ILCS 430). The Network does not support or oppose any candidate for elective office, political campaign, or political organization. Its activities relate to the advocacy of executive, legislative, and administrative actions that impact the university, or relate to the operations, business and duties of the university and its employees.
Participation in the Network is entirely voluntary, and participants may opt out at any time or choose not to participate in any events or activities highlighted through the network. It is not a condition of employment, is not conducted for the benefit of any political campaign or organization, and is not tied to compensation or employment-related benefits. State employees who participate do so in accordance with applicable laws and university policy. Questions or concerns can be directed to Sarah Garner, Ethics and Compliance Officer, Northern Illinois University.