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Noteworthy at Northeastern: Growing with Google

Northeastern Illinois University is thrilled to share that it is the only four-year institution in the state of Illinois to join the Grow with Google Hispanic-Serving Institutions (HSI) Career Readiness Program! We’re also welcoming a new dean of the Daniel L. Goodwin College of Education to the University. Read these stories and more in the latest edition of Noteworthy at Northeastern.

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Thomas Philion appointed dean of Daniel L. Goodwin College of Education

After a national search, Thomas Philion has been appointed dean of Northeastern Illinois University’s Daniel L. Goodwin College of Education.

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Northeastern Illinois University joins Grow with Google’s HSI Career Readiness Program to train 200,000 Latinx students in digital skills by 2025

Northeastern Illinois University is once again partnering with Google as it joins the Grow with Google HSI Career Readiness Program. Northeastern is the only four-year institution in the state of Illinois to partner with Google on this initiative, which will help Latinx students at 35 Hispanic-Serving Institutions (HSIs) prepare for the workforce through digital skills training and career workshops.

Northeastern President Gloria J. Gibson (center) with Vice President for Institutional Advancement Liesl Downey (far right) and members of the Kane family.

Noteworthy at Northeastern: All fore! scholarships

Northeastern Illinois University’s longest-running annual philanthropic event, the Chuck Kane Scholarship Golf Outing, celebrates its 50th anniversary this year! Tickets available only through July 25 to join the NEIU Foundation for this historic event. Find out more and read about other happenings in the latest edition of Noteworthy at Northeastern.

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Noteworthy at Northeastern: Growing success

Northeastern Illinois University awarded tenure and promotion to associate professor to 11 members of the faculty and promoted six faculty members to professor. The 50th Chuck Kane Scholarship Golf Outing is right around the corner and one of our mural classes celebrated River Park’s revitalized ecosystem with a new painting. Read about this and more in the latest edition of Noteworthy at Northeastern.

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Northeastern awards tenure and promotion to associate professor to 11 faculty members

Northeastern awarded tenure and promotion to associate professor to 11 members of the faculty, who were introduced during the April 14, 2022 Board of Trustees meeting. Six faculty members were also promoted to professor.

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Noteworthy at Northeastern: Musical gems

Northeastern Illinois University is pleased to announce its 23rd season of the Jewel Box Series, which brings local and international artists to our campus and highlights the talents of many of our esteemed faculty. Read about this season’s lineup and more in this edition of Noteworthy at Northeastern.

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Jewel Box Series announces its 23rd season

Northeastern Illinois University announces the 23rd season of its Jewel Box Series. The eight-concert series begins Sept. 30 and runs Fridays at 7:30 p.m. throughout the academic year. 

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Noteworthy at Northeastern: Break Barriers in Fall ’22

If you’re considering pursuing a college education, Northeastern Illinois University is here to help you achieve your goals. We’ve extended our application deadline for domestic undergraduate and student-at-large enrollment so more prospective students can join us on campus this Fall! Learn more about enrollment and view our upcoming events and more in this edition of Noteworthy at Northeastern. 

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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.