NIU College of Engineering and Engineering Technology

09/02/2026

Are you looking for a meaningful way to stay connected with CEET and help shape our future?

The Engineering and Engineering Technology Alumni Society (ETAS) is seeking nominations for its Board of Directors. We encourage alumni to nominate a fellow Huskie engineer or nominate themselves for consideration.

As a board member, you'll have opportunities to:

• Support student success
• Strengthen alumni engagement
• Share industry insights with CEET leadership
• Help guide ETAS programs and activities

Board members serve three-year terms and participate in monthly planning meetings. Nominations are open through October 1st.

Submit a nomination today and help us continue building a strong future for NIU engineering and engineering technology alumni.

The nomination form: https://tinyurl.com/ETAS2026

08/31/2026

A decade ago, Lichuan Liu was a worried parent searching for answers as her infant son struggled with an illness he was too young to describe.

That experience, featured this past Friday in the Daily Chronicle - Shaw Local, inspired a research journey that could help transform pediatric healthcare.

Now, the NIU engineering professor is developing an AI-assisted stethoscope that can analyze respiratory sounds and help identify conditions such as pneumonia, asthma and croup. Her goal is simple but powerful: give healthcare providers and families better information, faster.

Innovation often starts with a personal challenge. Thanks to Dr. Liu's work, parents facing those same anxious moments may one day have access to tools that help children receive care sooner.

08/28/2026

There were plenty of laughs, a little fundraising and more than a few splashes at the CEET Cookout yesterday!

Mission (NIU's beloved mascot husky), engineering students, faculty, staff and friends of the college gathered to celebrate another exciting year ahead.

The second annual Splash Down! challenge raised close to $100 for student groups and, in addition to Dean Dave Grewell and other CEET personnel, saw numerous students "get on the wet seat."

Thanks to all who made it such a memorable event on the east lawn of the Engineering Building.

08/27/2026

On Sunday, the BELONG in STEM Scholars Program held a kickoff event for the school year welcoming about 30 new students and seven returning students into this remarkable initiative.

The program provides scholarships, mentorship, professional development opportunities, research experiences and peer support for academically talented students with financial need. Since its launch, dozens of students have benefited from the program, earning degrees, pursuing graduate education and building successful careers in STEM fields.

One of the program's co-principal investigators is Christine Nguyen, chair of NIU's Department of Industrial and Systems Engineering.

She and CEET Dean Dave Grewell were on hand to support this important initiative and celebrate the students whose lives are being transformed through the program.

The NSF-supported BELONG in STEM program continues to expand opportunities for promising STEM students through scholarships, community-building, mentorship and career development.

Learn more about this program:

https://www.niu.edu/clas/chembio/campus-experiences/belong-project.shtml

08/25/2026

🐾 This Friday!

Join fellow Huskies for an evening of reconnecting, networking and catching up at More Brewing Co. in Huntley.

Whether you're an NIU engineering and technology alumnus, student, faculty member or friend of the college, we'd love to see you there.

🍻 Want to take advantage of Happy Hour specials? Arrive a little before 6 p.m.

📅 Friday, Aug. 28
⏰ 6 p.m.
📍 More Brewing Company
13980 Auto Mall Drive, Huntley, IL

If you think you'll join us, please send Matt Baron a quick note at [email protected], so we can get a sense of attendance.

08/21/2026

Today we wrap up our third annual Engineering Accelerator! 🎉

This three-day program helps propel incoming engineering students over the next four years...as they build confidence, strengthen key academic skills and begin forming the connections that will support their NIU journey.

An initiative of Dean Dave Grewell, the Accelerator helps students transition to college-level engineering by reinforcing math fundamentals, introducing campus resources and creating a strong sense of community before classes begin.

Thanks to other CEET personnel who have provided support, including Associate Professor Kevin Martin, Visiting Professor Peter Lin and instructor Justin Cathey for investing their time, expertise and encouragement in our newest Huskie engineers.

And congratulations to all of the students who participated--we look forward to seeing you all blossom here at CEET.

08/19/2026

Yesterday's CEET Team Photo -- after our All College Meeting kicking off the 2026-2027 year, faculty and staff gathered outside the Engineering Building.

We look forward to guiding Huskie engineers who are about to embark on the Fall Semester!

08/18/2026

One week from Friday! The ETAS Meetup at More Brewing Company is almost here.

We're excited to reconnect with NIU engineering and technology alumni, students, faculty and friends for an evening of conversation and Huskie camaraderie.

📅 Aug. 28
🕕 6 p.m. (come a few minutes early to catch happy-hour specials)
📍 13980 Auto Mall Drive, Huntley

Engineering and technology alumni, students, faculty and friends are all welcome.

If you think you'll attend, please drop Matt Baron a quick note at [email protected] so we can get a sense of attendance.

08/14/2026

One of our absolute standout graduates is Kimberly Moore.

From an early age, she was dubbed "Ms. Fix It" by family members, and she's been on the fast track to making a positive impact ever since.

A four-year scholarship basketball player at NIU 25 years ago, Kimberly earned her bachelor's and master's degrees in electrical engineering and is founder of KDM Engineering, one of the nation's largest Black woman-owned electrical engineering firms.

Check out the recent feature story about her at Shoppe Black:

Explore how KDM Engineering became one of the largest Black woman-owned electrical engineering firms serving utilities nationwide.

08/12/2026

Looking for CEET gear?

Our online CEET store has apparel, accessories, gifts and more for students, alumni, faculty, staff and friends of the college.

Even better, 10% of every sale comes back to support CEET student organizations.

Browse the store: https://niu-ceet.checkoutstores.com/campaigns/niu-ceet