News Archive

• NLU and St. Augustine College sign new agreement
  New articulation agreement aids student transfer process.

• Acclaimed writer Ira Berkow speaks at Pulitzer Event
  Author of WRIGLEY FIELD: An Oral and Narrative History of the Home of the Chicago Cubs

• Triton College signs new agreement with NLU
  New agreement will create seamless transition.

• Reimagining School Symposium highlights Creativity in Education
  The second installment of a series sponsored by Golden Apple Foundation, NLU, Family Action Network and Chicago Shakespeare Theater.

• NLU broadens global education outreach in 2014
  National Louis University hosted the Global Education First Conference, inspired by the United Nations’ Global Education First Initiative.

• Beth Maloney named Arizona Teacher of the Year 2014
  Alumna of National Louis University with a B.A. in Elementary Education ’01 and an M.Ed. in Administration and Supervision ’05.

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  NLU alumna wins Illinois Teacher of the Year distinction
  Sandwich, IL, second-grade teacher Pam Reilly has claimed the honor

• Startup Weekend EDU awards NLU dean, alumnus top prizes for new business concepts
  The ideas take a fresh look at providing hubs for adjunct professors and teachers seeking professional development.

• Global Education First Conference grows connections, international perspective
  NLU looks to create a hub for Midwest internationalization efforts in higher education through its new flagship event.

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  Meet Our Students: Rita Field
  With an interest in supporting students and families in diverse communities, this School Psychology grad student is interning in a suburban school system.

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  NLU awarded 2014 Military Friendly Schools designation
  The designation honors the top 20 percent of U.S. colleges that do the most to ensure the academic success of military service members, veterans and their spouses.

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  In the Spotlight: Tracy Costello, Assistant Director of PLA
  NLU's prior-learning credit program celebrates its 35th year, and one of its directors explains why it continues to be so valuable for students.

• Introducing a new tool for transfer students
  u.select can give students thinking about transferring to NLU a more complete picture of how close they are to a degree.

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  Meet Our Students: Armando Tejada
  This business administration major has found networking opportunities at NLU and wants to open his own Peruvian restaurant after he graduates.

• NLU recognized as a top college for return on investment and personal attention
  The College Database ranked the University highly in affordability, student-to-teacher ratio and post-grad salary level

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  In the Spotlight: Katie McKnight, Professor, NCE
  Questions swirl among educators, politicians and the media as the Common Core standards roll out in nearly all states. One NCE professor is lending her voice to the debate.

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  Meet Our Students: Amy Johnson
  This recent M.S. in Counseling grad is looking to combine her new skills with her love of writing and teaching to work in urban schools.

• Chicago Tribune spotlights NLU urban teaching programs
  July 17, 2013
  AUSL and USTEP have become vital training grounds for future educators

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  NLU alumnus featured in Chicago Tribune 'Passion Profiles'
  July 17, 2013
  David Cavanaugh details the courage needed to make a career change.

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  In the Spotlight: James O'Meara, Professor, NCE
  September will see NLU bring the Global Education First Conference to Chicagoland -- a unique opportunity for attendees to gain perspective on the worldwide cause of education.

• 2013-14 catalog now available, optimized for mobile
  Get the latest info on courses, policies and more - on your computer, smartphone or tablet.

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  Meet Our Students: Aggie Hanni
  This community psychology doctoral student has found a passion for serving others and looks to one day have a positive impact on the well-being of the aging population.

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  In the Spotlight: Catherine Honig, Associate Professor, CMB
  NLU has refreshed its MBA program with a greater focus on leadership, introducing new curriculum offerings and career development.

• Father, Daughter to walk in NLU Chicago 2013 commencement
  For Vince Woods and Fallon Brooks, this Saturday's ceremony will be doubly special.

• NCE Dean speaks on Capitol Hill about Teacher Quality Partnership grant
  Diverse: Issues in Higher Education, June 2013

• Introducing NLU's improved degree evaluation system
  Now it's easier than ever to check your progress toward your degree, online, at any time that's convenient for you.

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  Meet Our Students: Samuel Moore
  Active in his community, this business administration major is preparing for a future as owner-operator of his own distribution company.

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  In the Spotlight: Steve Neer, Assistant Vice Provost of Advising and Retention
  NLU continues to streamline its services, making them more efficient and responsive to student needs.

• Course catalog now available on your mobile device
  View NLU course descriptions, program requirements and more while you're on the go.

• NLU lends a hand for USO care package drive
  Nearly tripling its goal, the University community stepped up to bring a taste of home to one Illinois unit in Afghanistan.

• NLU launches 'Dress the Part' clothing drive
  Donate your gently used, contemporary professional clothing to students as part of the University's Month of Service.

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  Meet Our Students: Victoria Villalpando
  This NLU junior has learned the value of community and hopes to one day run for office.

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  In the Spotlight: Rich Schak, Director of Criminal Justice program
  NLU's newest program gives students a chance to truly experience a wide range of career paths.

• NLU now offering electronic transcripts
  Find out how you can easily order your transcripts online and have them delivered by email.

• NLU Adjunct Orientation Course featured in "Adjunct Orientations Take Hold"
  Chronicle of Higher Education, March 2013

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  In the Spotlight: Chris Cassirer, Dean of CAS/CMB
  2013 marks a new chapter for CAS and CMB, as their new Dean looks to grow the colleges while better serving students.

• Opening the Door to Home Ownership
  As President and CEO of Century 21, alumnus Rick Davidson has led Century 21 through what he calls one of the worst real estate recessions ever.

• Phase 2 of Chicago campus renovation rolls into action
  NLU is close to completion of a project that will greatly enhance the student experience and celebrate the University's rich history.

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  In the Spotlight: Julie Bechtold, Director of Career Development
  NLU's career office looks to more closely follow students through their entire academic experience -- and prepare them to manage their careers for life.

• Son's Struggles Ignite Father's Passion
  When Philip Gattone's son was diagnosed with epilepsy, the news sent the lives of Philip and his wife Jill on an entirely new path.

• Teaching the Joy of Giving
  Ziomara Perez traveled to Swaziland in 2007 and witnessed the ragged state of the nation's schools. She returned with an idea of how her preschool students could help make a difference.

• Alumnus Leads Venerable Steel Corporation
  George Babcoke has spent nearly four decades at U.S. Steel. These days, he is overseeing European operations and global services for the multi-national corporation.

• Charting a Diplomatic Course
  When Hurricane Ivan slammed into the island nation of Grenada in 2004, NLU alumnus Denis Antoine was far removed from the storm's destruction but in the eye of the recovery effort.

• On the Frontlines of Homeland Security
  Bob Tuohy has had a front-row seat for the evolution of the nation's domestic security efforts as one of the first advisors to the new Department of Homeland Security in 2002.

• Ceasing the Circle from Cell to Street
  According to the Department of Justice, juveniles incarcerated in state delinquent centers face a 55 percent chance of re-arrest. NLU alumnus Ron Brashear is looking to reverse those statistics.

• Building Community, One Family at a Time
  The city of Waukegan, along the shores of Lake Michigan north of Chicago, has seen its share of violent of crime. Evelyn Chenier is leading a community-based counseling center fighting back.

• NLU alumna receives LinkedIn kudos, highlights social media's importance
  Robyn Shulman's experience is just one example of social media's growing role in the lives of college students, faculty and alumni.

• Future teachers gain classroom insight on NLU trip to Mexico
  A group of NLU students, faculty and staff have returned from a first-of-its-kind trip - one that's left an impression some participants feel could last a lifetime.

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  NLU Professor Carlos Azcoitia to Serve on the Chicago Board of Education
  Azcoitia will apply his more than 35 years of educational expertise to benefit CPS students.

• Powell named Lincoln Academy Student Laureate
  Senior Willie Powell was honored by the Lincoln Academy as a Student Laureate.

• Harrison Fellow education students prepare for trip to Mexico
  An NLU group of future teachers will witness firsthand how children in another country learn.

• Veterans Day 2012 Gallery
  National Louis University commemorated Veterans Day 2012 with a series of events, culminating with the dedication and ribbon-cutting of its new Veterans Lounge at the Chicago campus.

• NLU's E2 Veterans Initiative Launches
  NLU's Education to Employment Veterans Initiative is up and running, targeting active duty and veteran students who are traditionally underserved by higher education.

• Alumna Leads Inner-City Youth Writing Workshop
  Tonika Johnson is ensuring Englewood youth can pursue their own creative passions close to home through Media-N-Motion, a community workshop she co-founded in 2010 that features an eight-week after-school newswriting program targeting youth ages 9-15.

• NLU Dedicates Veterans Lounge as part of Veterans Day Celebrations
  National Louis University commemorated Veterans Day 2012 with a series of events, culminating with the dedication and ribbon-cutting of its new Veterans Lounge at the Chicago campus. The lounge is the first major piece of infrastructure built as part of NLU's Education to Employment (E2) Veterans Initiative, funded by a grant received from the McCormick Foundation in January 2012.

• NLU names new Dean of College of Arts and Sciences and College of Management and Business
  Christopher Cassirer-Malaeb brings extensive higher education experience and innovation to the University.

• Alumna Launches the Pac-12 Network
  Lydia Murphy-Stephans, a 1982 graduate of NLU with a Bachelor of Arts in Elementary Education, is the executive vice president and general manager of a media company comprising one national and six regional networks designed to provide round-the-clock coverage of athletics programs in the Division I Pacific-12 Conference.

• Distinguished-Professors-of-Practice
  NLU faculty members Carlos M. Azcoitia, Ed.D. and Jim Schott, Ph.D. have been recognized for their outstanding contributions to the field of education.

• President's Message Regarding Program Closures
  Message from Dr. Nivine Megahed

• NLU taking a lead in 'Teacher Voice' movement
  A push to include teachers in local and national discussions of education issues is fueling the work of two NCE professors

• December Term Diploma Deadline
  Met all your degree requirements? You still need to complete a diploma request for the December term. The deadline is this Friday, October 5. Complete your request online today.

• Registration still open for Fall Term Late Start Courses
  There's still time to enroll in our Fall Term Late Start Courses that begin the week of October 22. Choose from undergraduate business, health care leadership, electives and gen ed courses. Also available - National College of Education Middle Level endorsement (Nov. 17-Dec. 13).

• Support For Student Veterans
  The leaders of colleges and universities throughout the Chicago area, including NLU President Nivine Megahed, will convene on September 27, 2012 to explore ways to support student veterans enrolled in Illinois institutions of higher education. NLU faculty member Dr. Steve Curda will participate in a panel discussion about campus support systems for veterans during the event.

• Try NLU's New Web-based Course Catalog
  For the first time NLU's course catalog is available in a completely Web-based form. Find all the info you need, from course descriptions to program requirements and more.

• Gateways to Opportunity Scholarship Available to NLU Students
  Illinois Gateways of Opportunity is offering 90% paid tuition scholarships for early childhood educators to get the ESL/bilingual state approvals.

• ESL STEM Success Grant effort makes headway in first year
  NLU's work in multilingual Niles Township targets teachers of English language learners.

• NCE professor publishes key findings on ESL education
  New research shows the impact of writing systems on fluency.

• National Louis Launches Criminal Justice Program
  National Louis University is pleased to announce it is launching a new Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice program.

• NLU Ph.D. Student Carlissa Jackson featured for her work with Youth Pride Services
  Feature in Windy City Times, August 14, 2012

• Welcome Mountain State University Business Transfer Students
  If you're an enrolled Mountain State University undergraduate business student, find out how you can complete your degree through NLU's online Bachelor of Science in Management program.

• NLU welcomes Governor Pat Quinn and Lt. Governor Sheila Simon
  Governor Quinn was at National Louis University to sign four new laws that will strengthen education in Illinois.

• National Louis University welcomed Felicia Davis and Toni Preckwinkle as keynote speakers at the 2012 Commencement Ceremonies
  National Louis University recognized 866 graduate and 414 undergraduate students at the 126th Commencement Ceremonies.

• National Louis University Announces Two National College of Education Graduates Receive 2012 Golden Apple Award for Excellence in Education
  University's continues tradition of preparing future Golden Apple winners

• School Counselor Educator of the Year awarded to NLU professor
  Christina K. Nolan, Ed.D., was recently honored as School Counselor Educator of the Year by the ISCA in recognition of her work preparing NLU student counselors for success.

• Research Shows Teachers Change Gestures with Non-Native Speakers
  A teacher's mission, in many ways, is to wire their students' brains as critical thinkers and lifelong learners. What if the way the adult brain is wired alters the way teachers work with second-language students?