Director
Ph.D., Educational Leadership, University of Dayton
M.S., Human Resources Administration, Central Michigan University
B.A., Organizational Communication, Miami University, Oxford, Ohio
jschaid@niu.edu
Dr. Julie Schaid began serving as the Director of the
Dr. Schaid brings 20+ years of experience in higher education. She has presented on various education-related topics at the state and national levels and has co-authored articles on kindergarten readiness and school district strategic planning.
Associate Director
M.S. Ed., Instructional Technology, Northern Illinois University
B.S., Psychology, Northern Illinois Univeristy
danturner@niu.edu
Before joining the AAC staff in May 2005, Dan worked in the NIU Orientation Office for 8 years professionally. He has been involved in teaching University Experience (UNIV 101) since 1994 and has taught FIGS, honors, and sections of UNIV specifically designed for undecided students. Dan serves as an advisor for the NIU chapter of Mortar Board Senior Honor Society and is the National President-Elect for the organization. He is currently pursuing a Ph.D. in Higher Education Administration at Loyola University Chicago.
Academic Advisor
M.A., History, Northern Illinois University
M.Ed., Southern Oregon University
B.A., History, Southern Oregon University
sbarleen@niu.edu
Prior to joining the AAC staff in January 2005, Steven worked in both admissions and academic advising at College of DuPage in Glen Ellyn . He also served in the Army and Army National Guard and has taught English as a second language in Japan . He currently teaches UNIV 101 each fall.
Academic Advisor
M.S., Ed. Adult & Higher Education, Northern Illinois University
B.A., History, Northern Illinois University
A.A., William Rainey Harper College
jferguson2@niu.edu
Jonathon joined the AAC staff in August 2008, after working as an academic advisor at North Central College in Naperville, IL. Jonathon has experience in serveral offices at NIU including Orientation & First Year Experience, the Women's Resource Center, and the Academic Advising Center, in which he served as a graduate assistant from 2005 to 2007l.
Academic Advisor/Counselor
M.S.Ed., Counseling, Northern Illinois University
B.A., Art Education, Eastern Illinois University
cmaher@niu.edu
Colette joined the AAC staff in June 2007 after serving as a counselor in the CHANCE Program for over 7 years. She enjoys teaching UNIV 101 each fall. Prior to coming to Northern Illinois University, she has worked as a youth therapist for both a community mental health agency and a residential facility.
Academic Advisor/Counselor
M.A., Public Health, Northern Illinois University
B.S., Family Social Services, Northern Illinois University
bmccall@niu.edu
Beverly joined the Academic Advising Center in June 2007 after serving as a counselor in the CHANCE Program for over 7 years. She taught UNIV 101 for seven years. Prior to coming to NIU, she worked as a Health Educator for DeKalb County Health Department.
Fall 2008, Beverly is co-teaching a section of UNIV 101 with Michelle Pickett for African American Females. For more information print out flyer: UNIV 101 Section P36.
Academic Advisor
M.Soc.Sc., Universiti Sains Malaysia
B.A., American University in Cairo
mazen@niu.edu
Mazen joined the AAC staff in June 2008. He brings to the AAC his previous work experience as an academic advisor and instructor within NIU's College of Liberal Arts and Sciences' Political Science Department. Mazen has extensive teaching experience having taught courses at Benedictine University, North Central College, Rockford College, Columbia College and Rima College in Malaysia. Currently, he is pursuing a Ph.D. in Political Science at NIU and teaching a course at Columbia College.
Academic Advisor/Counselor
M.S.Ed., Adult & Higher Education, Northern Illinois University
B.S., Family & Child Studies, Northern Illinois University
mpickett@niu.edu
Michelle joined the AAC staff in June 2007. She has worked over eight years at NIU in the College of Education and Office of Admissions. Prior to NIU, Michelle served as a residential trainer to adults with special needs.
Fall 2008, Michelle is co-teaching a section of UNIV 101 with Beverly McCall for African American Females. For more information print out flyer: UNIV 101 Section P36.
Secretary
jrossi@niu.edu
Joyce joined the Academic Advising Center in July 2006. She has over 18 years of professional experience at NIU having served Health Enhancement Services, Assessment Services and the Student Association.
Graduate Assistant
mlugo@niu.edu
Missy joined the AAC staff as a graduate assistant in 2005. She received her B.A. in both English and Psychology, from NIU. Missy is also pursuing a master's degree from the College of Education's Counseling program in School Counseling.
Graduate Assistant
rmcenery@niu.edu
Rachel started her assistantship with the AAC in Fall 2008. She graduated from NIU with a degree in Psychology in May 2008 and has started a master's degree in Counseling.
Graduate Assistant
cschultz@niu.edu
Cara joined the AAC staff as a graduate assistant in 2008. She received her B.S. in Geography from NIU in May 2008 and is currently pursuing a master's degree in Adult and Higher Education in NIU's College of Education.
Graduate Assistant
aswanson2@niu.edu
Amber joined the AAC staff as a graduate assistant in August 2007. She is currently pursuing a master's degree from the College of Education's Counseling program in School Counseling. Prior to N.I.U., she has taught high school social studies in Bloomington, IL.
College of Health and Human Science, Communicative Disorders major.
Academic Advising Center, Undecided major.
College of Liberal Arts and Science, Journalism major.