An officially recognized student organization since 1970, Prism is an educational and social organization for NIU students. In addition to educating the campus community about LGBT concerns, Prism provides opportunities for LGBT students and their allies to come together to share common interests in a comfortable and supportive atmosphere.
Prism sponsors cultural, educational, and social events throughout the academic year.
Northern Pride is a campus organization serving the needs of lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender faculty and staff. Northern Pride meets weekly for lunch, and provides an informal avenue for faculty and staff who would like to connect with colleagues from across the university. Fruit Cocktail is a social support group for LGBT graduate, law, and nontraditional students over the age of 21. Fruit Cocktail provides a relaxed atmosphere for these students to discuss common issues they face as older students. We are currently looking for a new student liaison for Fruit Cocktail to help organize and coordinate gatherings.