Over 560 students received their degrees from Northern Illinois University, in DeKalb, IL, this August. Included among the graduates was Kay Smith of Morrison, IL, who earned a Bachelor of General Studies in General Emphasis.

NIU offers more than 100 courses of study while serving a diverse and international student body of about 19,000. The 17 NIU Huskie athletic teams compete in the Mid-American Conference at the highest NCAA Division I level. For more information, visit www.niu.edu.