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Noteworthy at Northeastern: New opportunities, new discoveries
Northeastern Illinois University is all about breaking barriers—to education and research. Read about our new partnership with Hope Chicago and the largest study on longevity and aging in reptiles and amphibians. Plus, view our upcoming events and more in this edition of Noteworthy at Northeastern.
U.S. Department of Education awards Northeastern Illinois University $1.3 million McNair grant
The U.S. Department of Education has awarded Northeastern Illinois University a five-year, $1.3 million Ronald E. McNair Postbaccalaureate Achievement Program grant. Northeastern is the recipient of one of 189 new grant awards to institutions of higher education. In total, $51.7 million in McNair grants were awarded across the country.
Noteworthy at Northeastern: All wrapped up
Northeastern Illinois University begins December Break tomorrow. With the holiday season upon us, check out the latest books by NEIU alumni! Also, don’t forget to spread the word about the NEIU For You scholarship. Read about all this and more in the latest edition of Noteworthy at Northeastern.
Northeastern names Shireen Roshanravan as its first Executive Director of Equity, Diversity and Inclusion
Dr. Shireen Roshanravan was named Northeastern Illinois University’s first Executive Director of Equity, Diversity and Inclusion and began serving the University in this capacity in July 2021.