The Campus Activities Board works to make campus life exciting and full of opportunities through student-led events. Our committees play a big role in planning these events, engaging fellow students and keeping Northern Illinois University a fun and vibrant place to be. By joining a CAB committee, you’ll gain hands-on experience, meet new people and have a chance to lead in shaping the events you love. Whether you’re interested in event planning, marketing, or both, CAB is the perfect place to build your skills and make a real impact on campus.
This committee plans late-night events that offer fun, engaging activities in a safe and inclusive environment. Focused on social programming, Huskies After Dark aims to build community and provide students with exciting alternatives to traditional nightlife, creating memorable experiences that bring Huskies together after hours.
This committee creates programs that celebrate artistic expression and cultural diversity on campus. It focuses on delivering engaging, educational and interactive experiences that showcase different forms of creativity—such as music, visual art, theater, film and cultural traditions—while fostering appreciation for the diverse backgrounds and perspectives within the NIU community.
This committee identifies and organizes events inspired by current and emerging trends in entertainment, social media and student interests. By tapping into what’s popular and timely, the Trending Committee keeps CAB programming fresh, fun and relevant—bringing high-energy events to campus that reflect pop culture moments, viral trends and what NIU students are most excited about.
This committee is responsible for promoting CAB’s events and increasing student engagement. It focuses on creating eye-catching promotional materials, managing CAB’s social media presence and developing creative marketing strategies to boost visibility and attendance. From digital campaigns to on-campus outreach, the Marketing Committee plays a key role in making sure every Huskie knows what’s happening with CAB.
Interested in joining a programming or marketing committee? Fill out our interest form today and take the first step toward making an impact on campus events!