NIU Conference Centers

08/03/2025

Recognizing and honoring the women in our lives. Thank you for being you!

06/03/2025

A shoutout to Xavier for his hard work and dedication at NIU Rockford! We’re lucky to have you on the team. Thank you for all you do! 🙌

28/02/2025

The catering packages available at NIU’s Rockford Conference Center makes meal and break planning easier for event hosts! Choose from a variety of snack and meal options that keep everyone feeling great.
https://www.niu.edu/conference-event-services/meetings/rockford/catering.shtml

25/02/2025

Event ice breakers are crucial to get attendees talking—but some go over better than others. If you’re looking to switch up your conference ice breakers, this list of 70 fun ideas can help!
https://meetings.skift.com/2024/07/22/70-ideas-to-help-event-networking/

20/02/2025

Happy National Muffin Day! We hope all your meetings serve muffins! This delicious plate of muffins is being served at our NIU Rockford Conference Center. 😉

20/02/2025

Conference industry experts have put sustainability in the focus for 2025. Check out their tips for incorporating green initiatives to reduce waste at events.
https://www.pcma.org/future-leaders-speak-out-sustainability-meetings-industry/

17/02/2025

Putting the finishing touches on your 2025 wedding? These top trends in the wedding industry could be the final piece you need to create that perfect day!
https://www.theknot.com/content/new-wedding-trends

📸- Chrissy Deming Photography

15/02/2025

A high-five for love! Wedding Reception at NIU DeKalb's Barsema Alumni and Visitors Center. Happy Valentine's Day! 💝

📸- Chrissy Deming Photography

13/02/2025

At NIU DeKalb, we’ve had the pleasure of hosting some truly heartwarming events. From weddings, to fundraisers, to award ceremonies, our hosts put their hearts into every gathering! Happy Valentine’s Day!
https://www.niu.edu/conference-event-services/meetings/altgeld/index.shtml

Photo Credit- Chrissy Deming Photography

11/02/2025

A lot of care goes into selecting speakers and panel leaders for professional conferences. What types of speakers are your favorite to hear from?
a. Industry experts with deep knowledge
b. Inspirational or motivational speakers
c. Celebrities or well-known figures
d. Peer speakers with relatable experiences

06/02/2025

In need of space for a team training session, networking event or conference? Choose NIU Naperville! Our location in Chicago’s western suburbs is accessible with just a short commute and provides the tech, service and change of scenery organizations are looking for.
https://www.niu.edu/conference-event-services/meetings/naperville/event-spaces.shtml

05/02/2025

With Valentine's Day just around the corner. We want to say....
Yes, We Do Weddings at NIU! Whether it’s a ceremony, reception, or both, our venues are the perfect place for a celebration! 🥂 to ❤️

03/02/2025

Event pros agree gross profit is the key to rebuilding leadership confidence post-pandemic. With rising costs (up 30%) impacting event margins, it’s crucial to track the right metrics—attendance, revenue, and expenses. By doing so, you can boost profitability and restore trust with senior leaders. Read the full article by Dave Lutz, CMP, on navigating recovery and the challenges ahead.

Gross profit is the metric that matters most to leaders. By understanding and tracking this key measurement, you can enhance your credibility and value as an event organizer with senior leadership during the recovery process.

31/01/2025

The NIU Rockford Conference Center is conveniently located, making it a central destination for guests from Illinois, Wisconsin and Iowa. If your event expects to draw a crowd, we’re the ideal place to host!
https://www.niu.edu/conference-event-services/meetings/rockford/index.shtml

29/01/2025

A key part of event planning is setting goals and evaluating results. As you plan your 2025 events, use these key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure your success and plan even better meetings down the road!

There is nothing quite like an event – which is why they are so popular – but what are the best ways to measure the success of your event, and how can you properly plan to quantify these in advance? In other words, we are looking to answer the...

27/01/2025

Most attendees will need lodging to attend multi-day events. Make it easy for them by preparing hotel lists and room blocks as part of your event planning process! Even better: book with an event venue with on-site accommodations like NIU DeKalb- Hotel at Holmes- https://www.niu.edu/hsc/hotel/index.shtml

27/01/2025

Special elements can turn a good conference into a great one. What extra features might make an event memorable for you?
a. Swag bags and giveaways
b. Themed social events and parties
c. Meet-and-greet with speakers and influencers

25/01/2025

NIU Naperville’s theater-style auditorium is the perfect venue for keynote conference speeches, awards ceremonies, large-group trainings and much more! Join us west of Chicago for your next event.
https://www.niu.edu/conference-event-services/meetings/naperville/event-spaces.shtml

24/01/2025

Planning a wedding in 2025? NIU’s venues help you tick off multiple boxes at once—from stunning ceremony and reception settings to delicious on-site catering. We’d love to celebrate your special day!
https://www.niu.edu/conference-event-services/events/index.shtml

📸: Chrissy Deming Photography

24/01/2025

Company or department meetings and trainings help your teams get organized for the year ahead. For a change of scenery, NIU DeKalb’s Barsema Alumni and Visitors Center has a variety of rentable spaces for groups of all sizes! https://www.niu.edu/conference-event-services/meetings/bavc/index.shtml

21/01/2025

This weekend at Wedding Expo was truly AMAZING! We were moved by all the incredible love stories and can't wait to be part of yours. Thanks to for featuring us in the Naperville Venue Showcase! ❣️

20/01/2025

A day of recognition and reflection. MLK Jr. 2025.

18/01/2025

🎉 Today’s the Day! 🎉
The Naper Settlement Wedding Showcase is here, and we cannot wait to meet you! Whether you’re just starting your wedding planning or ready to reserve a venue, we’re here to help! 💍✨

🗓 Today – Saturday, January 18th
🕙 10 AM – 3 PM
📍Naper Settlement- (NIU Naperville is co-located with the Naperville CVB).
🎟 Get FREE tickets before you go- http://bit.ly/37EPANJ

Visit us to learn about our indoor/outdoor ceremony and reception spaces, connect with our wedding experts, and get all the inspiration you need for your special day!

See you soon!
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18/01/2025

✨ The Countdown Is On! ✨

We’re READY and counting down the hours until the Naper Settlement Wedding Showcase TOMORROW, January 18th, 10 A.M. - 3 P.M. Stop our table (co-located with the Naperville CVB) and register to win... a champagne toast for your guests when you select NIU Naperville as your reception venue. 🍾🥂

We can't wait to help you plan the wedding of your dreams!

Grab your FREE tickets before you go- http://bit.ly/37EPANJ



🗓 Saturday, January 18th
🕙 10 AM – 3 PM
📍 Naper Settlement

17/01/2025

🌟 Wedding Showcase TOMORROW! 🌟
Join us at Naper Settlement for a Wedding Showcase from 10 AM to 3 PM. Meet top vendors, chat about NIU Naperville's ceremony/reception space, and get inspired for your big day! 👀💍
📍 Naper Settlement, Naperville, IL
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16/01/2025

🎉 Wedding Planning Starts Here! 🎉
Join us at the Wedding Show on Jan 18th from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at . Stop by NIU Naperville (co-located w/ the Naperville CVB) to learn how our mission and mascot (also named Mission) is to make your wedding day unforgettable.

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13/01/2025

💍✨ Find Your Dream Venue ✨💍

Visit us at the Wedding Show on Jan 18th from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Naper Settlement and discover why NIU Naperville is the ideal place for your big day! See you there!

Register in advance for FREE tickets- http://bit.ly/37EPANJ

📸: DwJohnson Studio

11/01/2025

Call all "I-Do" takers! Join us for the 2025 Naper Settlement Wedding Showcase! NIU Naperville Conference Center will be exhibiting alongside our Naperville CVB Friends on Saturday - Jan. 18th from 10 A.M. - 3 P.M.

✨I-Do-To-Dos✨

1) RSVP for your FREE TICKETS!
https://napersettlement.org/232/Wedding-Showcase

2) Stop by the Naperville CVB Booth AND visit our table to register to win a FREE champagne toast for your reception at NIU Naperville 🍾🥂

09/01/2025

Did you get engaged over the holidays? Congrats! 🎉 Join us on Sat.-Jan 18th, 10 AM - 3 PM Naper Settlement for the 2025 Wedding Showcase, featuring all sorts of wedding vendors including our ceremony/reception spaces at NIU Naperville. Stop by, grab info, and enter to win a free champagne toast for your reception at NIU Naperville! 🍾🥂✨

I recently connected with newlyweds Katie and Nathan Black who planned the wedding of their dreams this past summer in Naperville. Growing up nearby and working in Naperville, the couple knew the area’s amenities and that it would make an amazing backdrop for their wedding. The weekend kicked off ...

30/12/2024

We’ve held some beautiful holiday events at our venues! From all of us at NIU, have a safe and happy holiday season, and thank you for celebrating with us!