Robert T. Self is a College of Liberal Arts and Sciences Distinguished Professor and Professor Emeritus in the English Department at Northern Illinois University. He was a long-time director of First-Year Composition and Director of Graduate Studies. In more than...

Born February 1974 in Rockford, IL, Sara Jeanette “Jet” May was the eldest of five children to Judy (Bonnell) and John May. Sara was bright and always had a good sense of humor, especially when she “came out of her shell.” While growing up, she was close with family...

Rob Stoettner is a graduate of Northern Illinois University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Accountancy and, is a Partner, Audit Services with RSM US LLP. Rob provides audit, accounting, and consulting services to clients representing a variety of industries,...

Ron Modell founded the Northern Illinois University Jazz Ensemble and directed it for 28 years. In 1997, Quincy Jones called on Modell for help in rehearsing the orchestra that appeared in Mr. Holland’s Opus.

Rosalie Hewitt came to Northern Illinois University in 1969 and was a faculty member in the Department of English from 1969 through 1998. The last six years of her tenure at Northern Illinois University she served as the Associate Provost for Undergraduate...

The Rosebud Foundation began at the root of love and family. Like a rose, the Foundation grows so that its beauty can be appreciated and shared with others. A Charitable Trust was created by Francis S. Wilson Jr. and Kathryn W. Wilson to support them in retirement...

Before establishing themselves in the world of professional tennis, Tim and Tom Gullikson played tennis at NIU from 1969 to 1973 and qualified for the NCAA Championships three straight years. Both were inducted into the Intercollegiate Tennis Association Men?s...

Before establishing himself in the world of professional tennis, Tim Gullikson played tennis at NIU from 1969 to 1973 and qualified for the NCAA Championships for three straight years. Tim was inducted into the Intercollegiate Tennis Association Men’s Collegiate...

Roxanne graduated from Northern Illinois University after starting her degree 14 years earlier at Iowa State University. During Roxanne?s first two years at Iowa State University, she met her husband Jon, who graduated and took a teaching job in Illinois. Roxanne...

Jonathan Ryan Lee was born as John Boyd Little in 1950. Jonathan exited the closet early in his high school years. This early exit made him an easy target for bullies. Jonathan found solace among fellow progressive art students at Northern Illinois University, where...

Russ Smyth is Chief Executive Office of The HA VI Group LP, a diversified holding company that owns and manages businesses across the supply chain, marketing and packaging industries, including HA VI Global Solutions, The Marketing Store and HA VI Logistics. Prior to...

This award was established by Ruth G. Hart to support women in their pursuit of degrees and careers in business. Ruth G. Hart was neither an alumna nor formally associated with Northern, but who had a deep affection and respect for the College of Business and its...

Second chances appear far more often than storytellers would like us to believe, but their true gift comes in knowing what to make of the opportunity. Ruth Hall knew. Born in 1908 on her family?s DeKalb County homestead between Genoa and Sycamore, Hall dreamed of...

Sally Stevens devoted her life to the betterment of NIU. She served 32 years for six presidents. Sally is still serving after her retirement by making a leadership gift to the Barsema Alumni and Visitors Center. Stevens has made additional commitments to provide...

Adelaide V. (Andersen) Rockwood received her Bachelor of Science in Education from Northern Illinois University in 1937. Adelaide concentrated her studies in curriculum and instruction for elementary. Adele met and married Samuel C. Rockwood after Sam returned from...

John Clogston will always be remembered as an “enabled, disabled” professional whose love for journalism and bond with his students made him a unique educator and a fine friend.A severe car accident in 1985 left Clogston in a wheelchair, but this didn’t stop him from...

In memory of Van Sells’ dedication and service to the field of communication. She lectured to NIU’s journalism classes in the 1980s, was nominated for NIU Illinois Journalist of the Year Award, and was one of the first female editors at an Illinois daily newspaper. ...

Don Gereau is establishing this award to recognize the SA President and the commitment it takes to lead the Student Association. Don received his Bachelor of Science in Management from NIU in 1975. As a former SA President himself, Don understands and appreciates the...

Michael, Mark, Gregory, Michele, Tonia, and Angela Scaperlanda recognize that their educational experiences were substantially expanded because their mother Ann, enthusiastically organized the family to accompany their father, Anthony Scaperlanda (Professor of...

Scott McCullagh (B.S. Music Education ‘70, M.S, Educational Administration’74), was fortunate to be part of the legendary Baker’s Dozen (1947-1976), a select group of music education majors who formed a pilot program for Illinois university music curricula, The...

This scholarship is in memory of Scott Mitchell. Scott began his collegiate life at NIU in August, 1982. He lived on the 8th floor in Grant South. Scott instantly loved college life and brought his energy and enthusiasm to everyone he met. He pledge a fraternity his...

Shailesh Godambe is a supply chain executive with extensive global experience. He has been recognized for developing supply chain strategies, reducing costs, and achieving best-in-class customer responsive operations. In 2008, Shail joined NIU as an instructor in...

James Fletcher, a Chicago native who attended elementary school and high school in the inner city, graduated form NIU in 1958. He then became a prominent business man, serving as chairman of Chicago’s South Shore Bank. Under Fletcher’s leadership, South Shore Bank...

Michael was born September 18, 1961, in Appleton, Wisconsin. Although he was young, he dedicated his life to making a difference. Not only did he spend his time helping and educating others, he spent it making an impact on the lives of his friends, family and...

This scholarship is established by many members of the Horvath family who received their education at NIU.

Steve Young, managing director for HealthScape Advisors, guides clients on a wide range of strategic, operational, and regulatory issues related to health care. Currently, he is primarily focused on assisting clients with healthcare reform and market transformation...

Thomas Jefferson once said: “A nation’s best defense is an educated citizenry.” Hal and Sue Brand have spent their successful life modeling Jefferson’s premise, thus their desire to make this unselfish contribution to NIU’ s prestigious College of Education. Sue...

On September 8, 1969, Arthur and Sue Doederlein joined the faculty at Northern Illinois University. It was their seventh anniversary and the beginning of a new love – a true passion for NIU and its extraordinary students.Arthur served for more than thirty years as...

Susan Lambert was a December 2004 graduate of Northern Illinois University, where she majored in elementary education. This scholarship is being granted in loving memory of her uncle, Dr. Laurence A. Mack. Dr. Mack received his A.B. degree from Oberlin College and...

Donald Walker, a professor of piano, attended the Julliard School of Music where he earned his B.S. and M.S. degrees. He worked on TV recitals that was featured at the 1964 New York’s World Fair. Walker went on to tour with a major orchestra in the United States,...