Student Organizations

Our student organizations offer you a way to get involved outside of the classroom. They also provide a great way to network, make friends and learn more about the nursing profession.

Black Student Nurse Organization

The Black Student Nurse Organization provides members opportunities to participate in social, academic, professional,  and networking activities that facilitate nursing students of color’s interests and issues/concerns in the nursing profession and ensure support. We help foster connections to resources and mentorship programs that help nursing students of color successfully navigate nursing school and build bridges to their future. Along with developing nursing leadership skills and connections with community-based organizations, corporations and other organizations, we work to promote health and wellness education in local and global communities. This organization is open to all Northern Illinois University students pursuing a degree in nursing.

Hispanic Student Nurses Alianza (HSNA)

Hispanic Student Nurses Alianza is a voluntary, professional, and non-profit health care student organization whose mission is to uplift the voices of Hispanic nursing students and professionals in nursing. We encourage fellowship amongst nursing students, advocate for the progress and growth of the Hispanic community in nursing, educate on inequalities in healthcare, and promote an environment where all in the NIU nursing community can be united. This organization is open to all Northern Illinois University students pursuing a degree in nursing. Learn more about the HSNA. 

Sigma Theta Tau

The Beta Omega chapter of Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society in Nursing was established in October 1975. Members are comprised of undergraduate students, registered nurse students, graduate students and nurse leader candidates. Membership is based on established criteria and is by invitation only. 

Contact nursing@niu.edu for more information or visit Sigma Theta Tau International's website.

Student Nurses' Organization (SNO)

The Student Nurses’ Organization (SNO) unites nursing students to promote both intellectual and professional development. As a member, you’ll have the opportunity to engage in community outreach, participate in local and national professional organizations, and represent the student body of the School of Nursing.

SNO is committed to fostering collaboration and building a strong sense of community among nursing students. The organization provides support through fundraisers, community service events, and professional development meetings. For the past three years, SNO has been honored with the Outstanding Student Service Organization of the Year award, presented by the university’s presidential and leadership awards. For more information, email niu.sno.president@gmail.com or visit the SNO office located in the student lounge at the School of Nursing (Wellness and Literacy Center, 3100 Sycamore Road). Follow SNO on Instagram or Facebook.  

Additionally, SNO maintains a website where you can learn about the executive board, upcoming events, fundraisers, meetings, and place orders for merchandise.

American Association for Men in Nursing (AAMN)

The Northern Prairie Alliance is focused on bettering the lives of NIU nursing students through advocacy, inclusion, education and service to others. This chapter of AAMN encourages students to embrace the social aspects of nursing school outside the classroom. NPA connects students with peers outside their track to engage in community and campus events. 

Student Advisory Committee (SAC)

The Student Advisory Committee reports student concerns to the School of Nursing administration and faculty. They work to continually improve the nursing program by keeping an open, positive dialogue between staff and students. In addition, the SAC appoints members to the Grade Review Panel and assists in teaching award nominations.