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1871 looking for Tech Leaders

Do you want to work with one of the midwest’s leading incubators? 1871 is seeking tech leaders to join their community and help shape the future of innovation. “Tech Leaders is a prog...

In Opportunity, Aug 08, 2025

VentureWell Ocean Enterprise Accelerator

The VentureWell Ocean Enterprise Accelerator is here to help innovators from across America turn their vision into reality by supporting the development, commercialization, and adopti...

In Opportunity, Aug 06, 2025

AGA Incubator: Improving GI Care

Do you have an innovative solution — from early-stage concept to market-ready product — that could improve the care experience for people living with digestive diseases? If so, don’t ...

In Opportunity, Healthcare, Aug 05, 2025

Spotlight : Brandon Goff

From Tech Taco Tuesdays to VR Lab: Brandon Goff’s Journey at 71 NorthWhen students walk into the 71 North Partnership Studio, they’re stepping into more than just a space filled with ...

In 71North, Studio member, Spotlight, Aug 03, 2025

Looking for Blender Artist

Are you a talented Blender artist looking for an exciting opportunity to showcase your skills? 71North’s huskiverse is seeking a creative individual to help us create stunning 3D mode...

In 71North, Huskieverse, Opportunity, Featured, Aug 01, 2025

NIU Entrepreneurs Take the Stage at 2025 University Pitch Madness

NIU student entrepreneurs once again made their mark at the 2025 University Pitch Madness Competition, held Tuesday, July 15, at DePaul University in Chicago. This competitive, invita...

In Entrepreneurship, Competition, NIU, Jul 25, 2025

NIU student group Proxima Centauri Alpha launched balloon into space

A newly formed student group at Northern Illinois University, Proxima Centauri Alpha has achieved something extraordinary: sending a weather balloon nearly 140,000 feet into the strat...

In Studio member, Student club, Featured, Spotlight, Jul 04, 2025

Finding Your Sparkle: A Conversation on Mindfulness, Play, and Wellness with Sarah Moskal

Finding Your Sparkle: A Conversation on Mindfulness, Play, and Wellness with Sarah Moskal

In NIU, STEAM, Jun 17, 2025

MIS student Samarth Shiramshetty wins Grand Prize in Education at Stanford University’s TreeHacks

As business graduate student Samarth Shiramshetty earns his M.S. in management information systems from NIU’s College of Business, he cannot help but reflect on how far his interest i...

In NIU, May 14, 2025

Introducing RHoK NIU Spring 2025

Are you passionate about creating positive change in your community? Do you have innovative ideas that could make a real difference? Join us for Random Hacks of Kindness (RHoK) NIU 20...

In 71North, Event, Featured, Innovationclub, Mar 05, 2025