They did it.
Whatever path it took, they took it—and owned it.
They're diverse, young, old, strong, proud and eager to take on what's next. They are NIU's Spring 2018 graduates.
Our graduates have so many stories to tell. Stories of struggles and successes. Stories of hard work and dedication. Stories to be celebrated.
We offer a glimpse into the lives of 10 of our graduates—each headed on their own unique journeys, but all proud of what they accomplished here at NIU.
From the memories they made to the wisdom they gained, these are their stories.
Giuseppe LaGioia of Plainfield
Bachelor's degree in Management with an emphasis in Entrepreneurship
Ayesha Feroz of Lombard
Bachelor's degree in Political Science
Edith Covarrubias of Mendota
Bachelor's degree in Anthropology
Juisell Lewis of Oak Park
Master's degree in Public Administration
Zachary Cipra of Downers Grove
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering
George Paasewe of Milwaukee, WI
Master's degree in Adult and Higher Education
Amelia Harlovic of Lemont
Bachelor's degree in Vocal Performance
Samantha Maniago of South Elgin
Bachelor's degree in Health and Human Sciences with a Pre-Physical Therapy emphasis
Muhammad Adib Uz Zaman of Bangladesh
Master's degree in Industrial and Systems Engineering
Candy Rosales of Chicago
Bachelor's degree in Sociology with certificates in Criminology and Social Entrepreneurship