Susan Carter assumes CFO post at KBR Oct 28, 2009
Carter holds an M.B.A. from Northern Illinois University and a B.S. in Accounting from Indiana University. She is a CPA and a former member of the board of directors for Lyondell Chemical Co.. (FCW.com)
Northern Illinois DE, Iraq veteran Coffman plays for 'the fallen' Oct 22, 2009
By Scott Walstrom, Northern Illinois University. Northern Illinois defensive end Jake Coffman spent two tours of duty in Iraq while a member of the Marines where he was an engineer, setting up equipment for combat units to use. (USA Today -- Sports)
Mattoon OKs more than $153,000 for replacement meter equipment Oct 21, 2009
In other business, Mayor Dave Cline acknowledged during the presentations and communications session that a first draft of the Northern Illinois University governmental study arrived at Mattoon City Hall last week. Council members and city staff are proofing the draft before sending it back to the NIU analysis team contracted this year to complete the study on streamlining city operations. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Northern Illinois Retains Possession Of LeWang Cup Oct 21, 2009
- Northern Illinois University scored two early goals on its way to a 5-1 victory over the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee men's soccer team Tuesday afternoon at the NIU Soccer Complex. The Huskies (7-6-1) do maintain possession of the LeWang Cup with the win over the Panthers (3-9-2). (Uwmpanthers.com)
Bedrock of a holy city: the historical importance of Jerusalem's geology Oct 20, 2009
In a new analysis of historical documents and detailed geological maps, Michael Bramnik of Northern Illinois University will add new geological accents to this pivotal moment in human history in a presentation Tuesday, October 20 at the annual meeting of the Geological Society of America in Portland ... After the meeting contact: Michael Bramnik Department of Geology and Environmental Geoscience / Department of History Northern Illinois University Davis Hall 312, Normal Road DeKalb, IL 60115. (EurekAlert!)
Panthers Head To NIU Tuesday Before Hosting Valpo On The Weekend Oct 20, 2009
The LeWang Cup will be on the line Tuesday afternoon, as the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee men's soccer team hits the road to battle Northern Illinois University in a 3 p.m. start. Then, on the weekend, the Panthers welcome Valparaiso University to Engelmann Field for a league match-up against the Crusaders in an important game in the league standings. (Uwmpanthers.com)
Hero of Ill. shooting turns villain for some Oct 16, 2009
A tough-talking police chief hailed as a hero for leading his men into a Northern Illinois University classroom last year after a gunman opened fire is now seen by some as a villain, of sorts, and is in danger of losing his $199,000-a-year job ... shooting turns villain for some Articles (10-15) 17:00 PDT Chicago (AP) -- A tough-talking police chief hailed as a hero for leading his men into a Northern Illinois University classroom last year after a gunman opened fire is now seen by some as a... (San Francisco Chronicle -- Crime)
Rowley-Petrin Oct 15, 2009
The bride is a 2003 graduate of Princeton High School and received her bachelor;s degree in special education from Northern Illinois University in 2007 ... He received his bachelor;s degree in history with teacher certification from Northern Illinois University in 2007 and a master;s degree in special education from Dominican University in 2009. (Princeton Bureau County Republican, IL)
IVCC's annual College Night Oct 14, 2009
Colleges and universities expected to participate are: Augustana College, Aurora University, Blackburn College, Bradley University, Carthage College, Columbia College, Concordia University, Cottey College, Creighton University, DePaul University, DeVry University, Dominican University, Eastern Illinois University, Elmhurst College, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, Eureka College, Finlandia University, Illinois College, Illinois State University, Illinois Wesleyan University, Joliet Junior... (Princeton Bureau County Republican, IL)
IVCC will host State University Transfer Day Oct 14, 2009
Representatives from the following universities will be available to meet with interested students at IVCC;s fair: Chicago State University, Eastern Illinois University, Southern Illinois University Edwardsville, Illinois State University, Northern Illinois University, Southern University at Carbondale, University of Illinois at Chicago, University of Illinois at Springfield, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign and Western Illinois University. This is an opportunity for students and area... (Princeton Bureau County Republican, IL)
Nine to be honored with EIU alumni awards during Homecoming Oct 12, 2009
She also serves as an adjunct professor at Northern Illinois University, where she earned her doctorate. The recipient of numerous awards throughout her career, including the 2008 Monarch Award from the Illinois Association of School Business Officials and the 2006 Those Who Excel award from the Illinois State Board of Education, Crates resides in Algonquin. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Four vie for Muscatine city administrator job Oct 10, 2009
He graduated with a bachelor s degree in political science from the University of Illinois in Champaign-Urbana, and followed with a master s degree in public administration from Northern Illinois University in DeKalb, where he followed his academics with an internship. He worked with the city of DeKalb for more than nine years. (Muscatine Journal, IO)
Playboy Enterprises Names Scott Liss Regional Advertising Sales Manager for the Midwest Oct 3, 2009
Liss is a graduate of Northern Illinois University with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Business Communications. Playboy is one of the most recognized and popular consumer brands in the world. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
A Tribute to Myles Brand (1942-2009) Oct 2, 2009
NAADD President Tim McMurray, senior associate athletics director at Northern Illinois University "On behalf of the entire NAADD membership, our thoughts and prayers are with Dr. Brand's family - both immediate and extended. He was truly a beacon of reform and change in higher education and intercollegiate athletics. His contributions will be missed, but they also leave a legacy that will benefit the lives of all those connected to our member institutions.". NACMA President Jeff Bain, director... (Nacda.com)
Smart-Tek Appoints New Director and Issuance of Shares Under Marketing Partner Agreement Sep 30, 2009
Mr. Naccarato has a J.D. from Western State University, an MBA from DePaul University and an undergraduate degree in accounting from Northern Illinois University. The Company also announced today the issuance of 45 million restricted shares of the Company's common stock to Brina Bonar, a director of the Company. (CCNMatthews Press Releases)
Tewksbury woman receives alumni award Sep 26, 2009
The College of Liberal Arts and Sciences at Northern Illinois University recently announced the 50 recipients of its Golden Anniversary Alumni Award, including Susan Tomlinson of Tewksbury, a scientific software developer at Vertex Pharmaceuticals in Tewksbury. The award honors individuals who have distinguished themselves either in professional fields or through involvement in civic, cultural or charitable service. (Tewksbury Advocate, MA)
Choate-Washo Sep 24, 2009
The bride-elect received a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Northern Illinois University. She is employed by Rockford Memorial Hospital. (Princeton Bureau County Republican, IL)
Race for circuit judge gains 2 more candidates Sep 18, 2009
His announcement also said he graduated from the Northern Illinois University School of Law. It also said Young emphasized child abuse and neglect cases while Vermilion County state s attorney and his other activities include time as president of a community college board. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Books, bells and basics Sep 10, 2009
O'Brien will be teaching social studies and he is a graduate of Northern Illinois University. The Griggsville-Perry school district also started off the school year and already made sure all of their staff was re-certified in CPR. Superintendent Andrea Allen said that teachers also attended workshops over the summer that offered the teachers a variety of tools. (Pittsfield Pike Press, IL)
Today's college students: Ruder than ever? Sep 9, 2009
Lee Shumow, College of Education professor, has a discussion with students at Northern Illinois University on Aug. 27 in DeKalb ... The educational psychology professor at Northern Illinois University appreciates when students take the time to reply. (The Pantagraph newspaper)
Janis Watkins will teach Life Skills at Hall Sep 8, 2009
Watkins holds an Associates of Arts degree in liberal arts and science from IVCC and a Bachelor of Education degree in special education from Northern Illinois University. She is involved with the American Cancer Society Relay for Life and Special Olympics and plays in her church's bell choir. (Princeton Bureau County Republican, IL)
Fisher, Lawson team up for special free concert Aug 27, 2009
He has served on the faculties of Northwestern University, the University of Michigan, Roosevelt University, Northern Illinois University and the Banff International Festival. Fisher is an honors graduate of both the University of Northern Iowa and the New England Conservatory of Music. (Mason City Globe-Gazette, IO)
Healthcare Expert Cherilyn Murer Named to Head Northern Illinois Proton Board Aug 21, 2009
Murer, who previously served as vice-chair of NIPTRC is also a Northern Illinois University Trustee and concluded a two year term as Chair of the NIU Board of Trustees on June 30, 2009 ... Ms. Murer received a Juris Doctor degree with honors from Northern Illinois University and has coupled her background in law with her previous operational experience as the Director of Rehabilitation Medicine at Northwestern Memorial Hospital in Chicago. (PR Newswire)
McCann-Linker Aug 20, 2009
Her fiance is a 1993 graduate of Hall High School and graduated from Northern Illinois University in 1997. He is organist and choirmaster at the Church of the Good Shepherd in Lexington. (Princeton Bureau County Republican, IL)
Martin-Marquez Aug 20, 2009
She is enrolled at Northern Illinois University where she is pursuing a degree in art history. Her fiance attended Sauk Valley Community College and Northern Illinois University. (Princeton Bureau County Republican, IL)
Kalsto to take over Lions' hoop job Aug 20, 2009
Kalsto, a graduate of Northern Illinois University, said his junior high teams at PC had some ;decent success and held their own; in the Little Tri-County Conference. He worked summer camps with former Putnam County High School coach John Slingsby, whom he calls a great mentor. (Princeton Bureau County Republican, IL)
Kalsto lands Lions hoop job Aug 19, 2009
Kalsto, a graduate of Serena High School and Northern Illinois University, said his junior high teams had some ;decent success and held their own; in the Little Tri-County Conference. He worked summer camps with former Putnam County High School coach John Slingsby, whom he calls a great mentor. (Princeton Bureau County Republican, IL)
Valente heads to Hall Aug 15, 2009
He holds a bachelor's degree from Northern Illinois University, and an master's degree from Northeastern Illinois University. He is a doctoral student at Northern Illinois University. (Princeton Bureau County Republican, IL)
Peat family full of talent Aug 13, 2009
Peat is the son of former NFL offensive lineman Todd Peat, who was drafted in 1987 out of Northern Illinois University by the St. Louis Cardinals. Peat's father played with the Cardinals, relocating to Phoenix when the organization moved in 1988, until he was traded to the Los Angeles Raiders in 1990 and retired after the 1993 season. (Prep Sports Sports -- Rivals.com)
Piper-Moore engagement Aug 13, 2009
The bride-to-be is a 2001 graduate of Eastland High School and graduated from Northern Illinois University in 2005 with a bachelor's degree in biology and in 2009 from Rasmussen College with an associates degree in massage therapy. She is employed as a teacher at Pearl City High School. (Chetek Alert, WI)
Bipedal Humans Came Down From The Trees Aug 11, 2009
20, 2006) Arizona State University anthropologist and Institute of Human Origins researcher Gary Schwartz, along with fellow anthropologist Dan Gebo from Northern Illinois University, DeKalb, have studied. (Sep. (Science Daily)
Wis. dealer sold gun extras to health club shooter Aug 9, 2009
Thompson's company, which is based in Green Bay and employs about 40 people, also sold a gun or accessories to the shooters in the Virginia Tech and Northern Illinois University attacks. Seung-Hui Cho used a. (Muscatine Journal, IO)
IVCC Board 7-23 Aug 8, 2009
The center may one day also offer courses from Northern Illinois University and other universities. Thursday the board was presented with letters of support from both NIU and Illinois State University. (Princeton Bureau County Republican, IL)
Ackerman to celebrate 90th brithday Aug 8, 2009
She graduated from Manlius High School in 1937 and received her teaching certificate from Northern Illinois University in 1939 after two years of study. While teaching and raising her family, she earned her bachelor;s degree in education, also from NIU. Her teaching career was in the primary grades mostly in Walnut and Ohio. (Princeton Bureau County Republican, IL)
Gym Gunman, College Killers Used Same Shop Aug 8, 2009
Bridgeville health club shooter George Sodini, Virginia Tech gunman Seung-Hui Cho and Northern Illinois University gunman Steven Kazmierczak ... (CBS/AP) An online weapons dealer who sold guns and accessories to those who carried out massacres at Virginia Tech and Northern Illinois University also sold accessories to a man who killed three women at a Pittsburgh-area health club ... And Steven Kazmierczak killed five students before committing suicide at Northern Illinois University in 2008. (CBS News -- US)
Pa. Gym Gunman Was Dating Guru's Devoted Follower Aug 8, 2009
the same online gun dealer that sold guns and accessories to the perpetrators of massacres at Virginia Tech in 2007 and Northern Illinois University in 2008. Police said Sodini legally owned three guns he used in the shooting. (Fox News)
NIU study late, but Mattoon ready to dig in Aug 8, 2009
MATTOON The Northern Illinois University Center for Governmental Studies report for the city is a week late, but city officials are ready for a good read sometime this month. Mattoon Interim City Administrator John Kolata said he will first tackle a review of the study when it arrives. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Key dates in the U. of Ill. admissions scandal Aug 7, 2009
- June 18: Federal prosecutors are investigating possible contacts between Blagojevich and his political allies involving admissions at the U of I, Northern Illinois University and Southern Illinois University. - July 6: University Chancellor Richard Herman tells the commission that he pushed for politically connected applicants but felt he couldn't refuse demands from trustees, particularly Lawrence Eppley, who often passed along candidates favored by Blagojevich. (Fresno Bee -- Nation)
Birds With an Attitude: Artists imagination takes flight at exhibit Aug 6, 2009
She studied fine art at Northern Illinois University and commercial art at the Chicago Academy of Fine Arts which led to starting a business in advertising that continued for 30 years. She is a signature member of several art organizations, published in numerous national art books and magazines including Nita Leland s The New Creative Artist and Jan Sitts Texture Color Feeling. (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)
Bone and U.S. Bring Home Gold at U19 FIBA World Championship Aug 3, 2009
Our intensity was very good. We knew at some point Spain was going to make their runs at us, but I think we held our composure. (Uscsports.com)
Diggins Helps United States Win Gold Medal At FIBA U19 World... Aug 3, 2009
" Sunday's victory was especially sweet -- literally -- for Diggins, who celebrated her 19th birthday with both a gold medal and a postgame birthday cake. It's the third time in the past three years that Diggins has earned a gold medal while playing for USA Basketball, adding to the awards she picked up at the 2007 USA Basketball Youth Development Festival and the 2008 FIBA U18 Americas Championship. Diggins started eight times in the USA's nine games at this year's U19 World Championship (she... (Und.com)
Team USA to Face Spain in Gold Medal Game Aug 2, 2009
It feels very good, very good (to be playing for the gold medal), said Carol Owens, USA and Northern Illinois University head coach. I told the team we ve got one more game. (Hurricanesports.com)
Diggins, U19 National Team Down Canada, 82-51 In World... Aug 2, 2009
"It feels very good, very good (to be playing for the gold medal)," said , USA and Northern Illinois University head coach (and an assistant coach at Notre Dame from 1996-2005. "I told the team we've got one more game. They're excited and I think they have to be looking forward to this opportunity.". (Und.com)
ISU trustees approve increase in tuition, fees Aug 1, 2009
University of Illinois' Urbana and Chicago campuses, and Northern Illinois University cost slightly more, and Southern Illinois University's Carbondale campus cost roughly the same as ISU.. Out-of-state and graduate students pay different tuition and fee rates. (The Pantagraph newspaper)
Shenise Johnson and Team USA Advance to World Semi-Finals Aug 1, 2009
I thought we had our moments, said Carol Owens, USA and Northern Illinois University head coach. We re still on our quest to play our best basketball. (Hurricanesports.com)
Diggins Comes Alive In Second Half As U19 National Team... Aug 1, 2009
"I thought we had our moments," said , USA and Northern Illinois University head coach (and an assistant coach at Notre Dame from 1996-2005). "We're still on our quest to play our best basketball. France is a team that is very aggressive. They shot the ball well, especially in the first half. They kind of took us off keel a little bit, but we bounced back. and Sam Prahalis got into foul trouble early. They're important to our team, so when we had them back in the third quarter, that was... (Und.com)
Education officials meet on campus safety Jul 31, 2009
Scheduled speakers include students and administrators from Northern Illinois University, the University of Central Arkansas and Northwest Missouri State University. Each of those schools experienced a campus shooting in recent years. (Jefferson City News Tribune, MO)
Marlene Sisler Jul 30, 2009
Marlene received a degree in education at Northern Illinois University. She started her teaching career in 1957 in West Chicago, went on to teach at Rockford East, Kasbeer Grade School and Ohio High School as a business teacher. (Princeton Bureau County Republican, IL)
Diggins' Three-Point Flurry Sends U19 National Team Past Japan... Jul 30, 2009
"Overall this is the best we've shot since we've been here," said , USA and Northern Illinois University head coach (and an assistant coach at Notre Dame from 1996-2005). "We hit 10-for-19 from the three-point line and 52 percent from the field. I'm pleased with that. Our goal is to realize that if we have an advantage over a team, we need to be able to execute to make that work in our favor. After we hit some shots they had to guard us from the outside. That left some space for our posts. After... (Und.com)
Miami's Shenise Johnson Scores 11 Points in Team USA Victory Over Russia Jul 29, 2009
There were times when we would stretch it out and then let them back in, said Carol Owens, USA and Northern Illinois University head coach. In the second half we executed well down the stretch. (Hurricanesports.com)
Diggins Sparks U19 National Team Past Russia, 75-56 At World... Jul 29, 2009
"There were times when we would stretch it out and then let them back in," said , USA and Northern Illinois University head coach (and an assistant coach at Notre Dame from 1996-2005). "In the second half, we executed well down the stretch. Our defense picked up and by the fourth quarter we wore them down a little bit. It was a great effort. "We thought it would be a little closer than it was, but we had a shot with Skylar being back," Owens added. "She wasn't 100 percent, but Sammy (Prahalis)... (Und.com)
Brent Moberg Named Director Of Compliance Jul 29, 2009
Notre Dame graduate returns after working the last three years at Northern Illinois University ... - Brent Moberg, director of compliance the last three years at Northern Illinois University and a 2000 University of Notre Dame graduate, has been named director of compliance for the Notre Dame athletics department. (Und.com)
Running Back Derrick Coleman nominated for the Allstate AFCA Good Works Team Jul 29, 2009
Arizona Sate University - Mike Nixon Auburn University - Walter McFadden Ball State - Brandon Crawford Baylor University - Joe Pawelek Boise State University - Richie Brockel Brigham Young University - Jan Jorgensen Central Michigan University - Dan LeFevour Clemson University - Xavier Dye Colorado State University - Adrian Martinez Duke University - Kevin Jones Indiana University - Jammie Kirlew Kansas State University - Jeron Mastrud Louisiana State University - Lyle Hitt Middle Tennessee... (Uclabruins.com)
Team USA Gets by Canada, Faces Russia Next Jul 28, 2009
"We wanted to get Kelsey Bone going, and she did," said Carol Owens, USA and Northern Illinois University head coach. "Sammy (Prahalis) really stepped up big and played a lot of minutes for us tonight. Not having Skylar (Diggins), we had to have some people step up. Kelly (Faris) stepped us for us, also Lay (Clarendon) did a great job of coming off the bench and contributing. "In the first quarter we were really concerned with their size. (Hurricanesports.com)
Shegog, U19s Rout China, 88-53 Jul 26, 2009
We did do a great job in transition and limited China s transition game, said Carol Owens, USA and Northern Illinois University head coach. They wanted to get out and run, make or miss. (Tarheelblue.com)
Shenise Johnson Scores 12 in Team USA Blowout Over Mali Jul 26, 2009
You have to respect Mali, said Carol Owens, USA and Northern Illinois University head coach. You have to respect the team and how they worked. (Hurricanesports.com)
USA Drops U19 World Championship Opener to Spain 90-86 Jul 25, 2009
"Spain is a very good team," said Carol Owens, USA and Northern Illinois University head coach. "They are hard to guard, especially for our big players. They sent them out on the perimeter, they set a lot of screens. We got ourselves in foul trouble, we dug ourselves a hole. We fought back hard, but it's important for us to take this game and understand how a sense of urgency right from the beginning is so important against any team.". (Uscsports.com)
Diggins Helps U19 National Team Bounce Back With 88-53 Win... Jul 25, 2009
"We did do a great job in transition and limited China's transition game," said , USA and Northern Illinois University head coach (and Notre Dame assistant coach from 1996-2005). "They wanted to get out and run, make or miss. We were very aggressive defensively, especially Skylar (Diggins) and Sammy (Prahalis) on the perimeter, they did a great job. Kelly Faris came off the bench and did a tremendous job for us. Our team collectively came with the right mentality tonight. This is the beginning... (Und.com)
Johnson's Near Double-Double Not Enough for Team USA Jul 24, 2009
Spain is a very good team, said Carol Owens, USA and Northern Illinois University head coach. They are hard to guard, especially for our big players. (Hurricanesports.com)
Skylar Diggins Voted Co-Captain For United States U19 World... Jul 21, 2009
"It's good to finally get a game under our belt," said USA and Northern Illinois University head coach (and former Notre Dame assistant). "I think we needed that. We've been practicing twice a day in the States. To get here and try to get adjusted as soon as we can, I think this was good for us. You always want to know where you are at this point. It was not bad for our first friendly game, but we still have a ways to go. Our emphasis has to be on the defensive end and we need to continue to be... (Und.com)
At Our Best (July 20) Jul 20, 2009
Jennifer Miller of Corvallis graduated May 8 from Northern Illinois University in De Kalb, Ill. with a master of science degree in education in exercise physiology and fitness leadership. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
NIU graduates Jul 18, 2009
DEKALB ; Northern Illinois University has awarded two graduate degrees and four undergraduate degrees to Bureau County students. Devin Rosentreter of Princeton was awarded a Master of Arts degree in deafness rehab counseling and Renee Kozeal of Van Orin was awarded a Master of Education degree. (Princeton Bureau County Republican, IL)
Mattoon hires temporary city administrator Jul 14, 2009
Kolata was recruited through inquiries with the Illinois Municipal League and Northern Illinois University School of Governmental Studies, Mayor Dave Cline said. We received five resumes for an interim and decided to interview two of them. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
NAAC Selects 2009-10 Board of Directors Jul 14, 2009
Also elected to serve as officers for the 2009-10 were Tony Hernandez, senior associate athletics director at the University of Miami (1st Vice President); Kate Hickey, senior associate athletics director/senior woman administrator at Rutgers University (2nd Vice President); and Christian Spears, senior associate athletics directors, Northern Illinois University (3rd Vice President) ... 440-892-4000 President Amy Folan Associate Athletics Director/Compliance University of Texas at Austin First... (Nacda.com)
Carcione hired as Metro State baseball coach Jul 10, 2009
With the 2009 season at Ottawa in his plans, Carcione stepped down last fall after two seasons as an assistant coach at NCAA Division I Northern Illinois University in DeKalb. He has been living in Sioux City, his primary home for more than a decade, while investigating other coaching opportunities. (Sioux City Journal)
