
Northeastern graduates Class of 2025
Family, community and leadership were themes of the May 2025 ceremony, which was held on May 16, 2025.

Northeastern alumni named to Negocios Now’s "40 Under 40" list
Three Northeastern Illinois University alumni were named on the list, which celebrates high-achieving Latinx leaders in and around Chicago.

Violence prevention expert Eddie Bocanegra to deliver Northeastern Illinois University Commencement Address
Commencement will be held on May 16, 2025.

Northeastern named Tree Campus for 10th year in a row
For the 10th year in a row, Northeastern Illinois University has been named a Tree Campus Higher Education site by the Arbor Day Foundation.

Middle Level Education major Lisa Sanders named Lincoln Academy Student Laureate
Northeastern selected Middle Level Education major Lisa Sanders as its 2024 Lincoln Academy Student Laureate.

Northeastern celebrates Asian Pacific Islander Desi American Heritage Month 2025
Northeastern invites the general public to events in honor of APIDA Heritage Month 2025.

Prominent multidisciplinary artists featured in 2025 Brommel-Hahs Lecture Series
The Department of Art + Design will welcome Eric Von Haynes, Damon Locks and Edra Soto for a series of workshops, public lectures and an exhibition reception on April 1, 2025.

Northeastern, Illinois Student Assistance Commision, Kaplan announce Prepare for Illinois’ Future
Beginning in Spring 2025, Northeastern students will have free access to Kaplan’s test preparation programs.
Northeastern, Chicago History Museum partner to offer opportunities for students and employees
Through the Chicago History Museum's University Partner Groups program, current Northeastern students and employees gain free museum admission.

Northeastern celebrates Women’s History Month 2025
The University is coordinating a series of events to celebrate the contributions women have made to educate and inspire generations.