NIU's Premiere Computer Science Organization
NIU ACM is your gateway to hands-on tech experience, career growth, and a community of like-minded students. Join ACM for workshops, conferences, and professional presentations, Learn new skills, and have fun through socials and events- whether you're just starting out or looking to level up, there's a place for you here.
Join ACM
Why Join ACM?
Joining ACM opens the door to a world of opportunities in computer science. As a member, you'll gain access to exclusive workshops, industry talks, and networking events that can help you build practical skills and connect with professionals in the field. ACM also provides resources for career development, including resume reviews, interview prep, and job listings. Beyond the professional benefits, ACM is a welcoming community where you can collaborate on projects, make friends, and have fun while exploring your passion for technology.
ACM Speaker Series Fall 2026
ACM has Three Speaker Series events planned for Fall 2026. These events will feature guest speakers providing their experiences and career pathes. Stay tuned for more details on dates and speakers!
Free Food and Drinks will be provided at all events
ACM Socials
ACM hosts a variety of social events throughout the semester to help members connect, relax, and have fun.
Free food, games, and activities are always included!
Special Interest Groups (SIGs)
SIGs are focused subgroups where members can dive deep into specific areas of tech they're passionate about. They’re informal, collaborative spaces that meet regularly to learn, build, and grow together.
Check out our two SIGs below to see what they’re all about. SIG activity varies by semester, but in the past they’ve hosted workshops, built projects, and members attended events such as SHARE and TechXChange
SIGmainframe
SIGmainframe is our deep dive into the world of enterprise computing, especially focused on IBM mainframes. Whether you're curious about what powers the world’s banking and airline systems, or you want to earn IBM Z Developer Badges, this is the SIG for you!
Learn More About SIGmainframe!SIGwebdev
SIGwebdev is for anyone interested in building things on the web- from total beginners to experienced devs. If you're into HTML/CSS, PHP, React, Tailwind, or just want to make your portfolio shine, this is your space
Learn More About SIGwebdev!