A team of dedicated professionals, whose goal is to facilitate meaningful and resourceful alumni programs that attract, engage, develop and connect Northeastern alumni, leads the Office of Alumni Relations.

The Alumni Center offers parking spots designated for alumni, an alumni library, computers and free Wi-Fi access. Visit us at the Northeastern Illinois University Alumni Center located in Building I, east of Parking Lot D, near the 3701 West Bryn Mawr Avenue entrance. The Office of Alumni Relations hours of operation are 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday. The Alumni Center is closed on Wednesdays, with staff working remotely.  

(773) 442-4205
Damaris Tapia
Damaris
Tapia
Director
Office of Alumni Relations
Expertise
Signature alumni events including NEIU Weekend and the Golden Gala, NEIU Alumni Advisory Board, and alumni advocacy initiatives.
Education

Northeastern Illinois University, M.A. 2014; B.A. 2001 (Communication, Media and Theatre)

Background

Damaris is an alumna of Northeastern Illinois University, earning a degree in Speech and Performing Arts in 2001. She has more than ten years experience as an alumni relations professional serving both private and public universities in Chicago. As a proud alumna, her goal is to help foster a strong relationship and connection to Northeastern, offer valuable alumni resources that provide personal and professional development and facilitate alumni/student mentoring relationships.

Alumni Center (Building I)
5500 North St. Louis Avenue
Chicago, IL 60625
United States

Office Hours
M-F 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.