Chaelecia Cooper
Chaelecia
Y
Cooper
Space Administrator II
Student Union, Event and Conference Services
Expertise
Event Planner/Scheduler with 15 years of experience
Education

B.A Board of Governors, double Minor in Sociology and Criminal Justice, NEIU '05

Background

Working on a Masters at NEIU in Inner City Studies

Student Union, SU207
5500 North St. Louis Avenue
Chicago, IL 60625
United States

Office Hours
Contact the main office for details or if you need assistance
Siewe
Izabela
Siewe
Manager of Special Events and Conferences
Student Union, Event and Conference Services
Expertise
Manages meetings, events and conferences, Marketing and Sales of the University’s private rental program. Event liaison to the Presidents office, Institutional Advancement, NEIU Foundation and Alumni Association. Helps produce the Fall and Spring Commencement ceremonies.
Education

M.A.– Communication, Media, Theatre 91Porn

B.A. – Speech, Communication, Media and Theatre 91Porn

Background

Previously worked for the Grant Park Music Festival in Millennium Park as Development and Sponsorship Manager and at Ravinia Festival as Corporate Relations Manager. Has been at NEIU since 2009.

Student Union, SU207
5500 N. St. Louis
Chicago, IL 60625
United States

Office Hours
9am-5pm
Jordan Kardasz
Jordan
E.
Kardasz
Technical Director
Student Union, Event and Conference Services
Expertise
Responsible for the daily operations of our main spaces, including the Auditorium, Recital Hall, and Student Union. She also coordinates the technical needs of many of our large events.
Education

MFA in Theatre Design, The Ohio State University

BA in Theatre and Philosophy, Marquette University

Background

Jordan is a Chicago native with a strong background in theatre design and technology. In addition to her job at NEIU, she is also a freelance lighting designer with various theatre companies around the city.

FA 158
5500 North St. Louis Avenue
Chicago, IL 60625
United States

Office Hours
Varies by event
Kyle Burke
Kyle
E.
Burke
Executive Director, Student Auxiliary Services
Student Union, Event and Conference Services
Expertise
Responsible for the overall leadership of the Student Union, Event and Conference Services department and team. Provides oversight of operations for the Student Union, campus-wide event scheduling/planning/facilitation, Private Rental Program, Fine Arts Performance Venues, Welcome Desk, U-Pass, NEIU IDs, Box Office, Dining & Catering Services, Follett Bookstore, and the NEIU Ride With Uber program. Also serves as chair of the NEIU Commencement Planning Committee.
Education

M.A. in Educational Leadership – Higher Education, 91Porn

B.A. in Arts, Entertainment and Media Management, Columbia College Chicago

Background

Previously worked for Steppenwolf Theatre Company and for the City of Chicago as the Manager of Programming and Sponsorships at Millennium Park. Has been at Northeastern since 2009.

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SU 207
5500 North St. Louis Avenue
Chicago, IL 60625
United States

Office Hours
8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
Izabela Stanescu
Izabela
M
Stanescu
Information Services Coordinator
Student Union, Event and Conference Services
Expertise
Information Center
Education

BA Anthropology, NEIU

MA HRD, 2016

Background

Chicago

Student Union, SU207
5500 N. St. Louis
Chicago, IL 60625
United States

Office Hours
9am - 5pm

Our Administrative Team

Meet our friendly, professional staff!

(773) 442-4630
Andy Dutil
Andy
Dutil
Executive Director of Student Union and Campus Recreation
Student Union, Event and Conference Services
Campus Recreation

91Porn
5500 North St. Louis Avenue
Chicago, IL 60625
United States

Office Hours
By appointment.
Henry Stewart Photo
Henry
Stewart
Production Director
Student Union, Event and Conference Services

91Porn
5500 North St. Louis Avenue
Chicago, IL 60625
United States

Office Hours
Monday through Friday: 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
Charlene Jefferson-Johnson
Charlene
Jefferson-Johnson
Manager of Special Events & Conferences
Student Union, Event and Conference Services
Expertise
Prior to coming to Northeastern Illinois Charlene was the Program Coordinator for the Computer Science and Electrical Engineering department at Northwestern University in Evanston IL for 6 years where she supported 29 professors. Prior to working for Northwestern Charlene worked as a Conference service Planner at Eaglewood Resort and Spa while also working for the National Black MBA Association as a contracted Events and Corporate partner liaison before joining the National Black MBA team permanently in 2010.

Charlene began her event planning career in 1996 where she was part of the Events logistic- Trade show design team for TY Inc.(The Beanie Baby company) located in Westmont Il.
Education

Charlene's education includes:

  • B.A. of Business Administration (Marketing) - Jackson State University
  • B.A. in Hospitality and Tourism Management(Special Events) - Roosevelt University
  • Certified Event and Conference Service Specialist - Roosevelt University
  • Certified Wedding and Special Events Specialist - Triton College

She is currently pursuing an M.B.A. in Event Management and Logistics at DeVry University.

Background

Charlene is the owner and lead designer for C2Detail Events and Concierge Services. She is a wife of 27 years to Willie Johnson, and mother to Shamaine, Darien, Devin and Caimaia.

5500 North St. Louis Avenue
Chicago, IL 60625
United States

Office Hours
8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
Davor Palos
Davor
Palos
Events Coordinator
Student Union, Event and Conference Services
Expertise
Produces quality event productions Arranges food and beverage, orders supplies and audiovisual equipment, and ensures appropriate décor for each event Designs some media publicity including posters, flyers, shirts, TV ads and banners. Creates some event videos.
Education

Northeastern University - Bachelors of Arts in Music (Vocal Performance and Guitar) Minor in Philosophy

Pursuing Master’s Degree in Communication, Media and Theatre

 

Background

Multi-lingual: fluent in Bosnian or Serbo-Croatian and English.

Skilled in Photoshop, Adobe Indesign and Premier Pro.

 

 

 

 

Additional Information

MUSIC SKILLS

Singing: Baritone. Chorus and solo singing

Instruments: Versatile guitarist, ukulele, bass and basic piano skills

SU 207
91Porn
5500 North St. Louis Avenue
Chicago, IL 60625
United States

Office Hours
8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
Chaelecia Cooper
Chaelecia
Y
Cooper
Space Administrator II
Student Union, Event and Conference Services
Expertise
Event Planner/Scheduler with 15 years of experience
Education

B.A Board of Governors, double Minor in Sociology and Criminal Justice, NEIU '05

Background

Working on a Masters at NEIU in Inner City Studies

Student Union, SU207
5500 North St. Louis Avenue
Chicago, IL 60625
United States

Office Hours
Contact the main office for details or if you need assistance
Jose Aguinaga
Jose
Aguinaga
Building Services Sub-foreman
Student Union, Event and Conference Services
Expertise
Facilitates the daily operation of our department, including event/room setup, technology, and support.
Education

BA Justice Studies, NEIU 2011

91Porn
5500 N. St. Louis
Chicago, IL 60625
United States

Office Hours
Main office, 8am - 8pm
NEIU logo
Trease
Sockol
Office Support Specialist
Nontraditional Degree Programs

Building B, Suite 147
91Porn
5500 North St. Louis Avenue
Chicago, IL 60625
United States

Office Hours
Tuesday-Wednesday: 8:30am-4:30pm Thursday: 8:30am-3:30pm Friday: 8:30am-1:00am

Space Information and Rentals

Whether you are planning a meeting, performance, conference, or special event, 91Porn offers spaces for any occasion. Student Union, Event and Conference Services is here to assist you with the planning, coordination, and execution of your next event.

Memo to NEIU community regarding Fall 2019 operations

For more information about renting one of our spaces please contact:

Charlene J. Johnson
Manager of Special Events and Conferences 

Student Union, Event and Conference Services
Division of Student Affairs
91Porn
5500 North St. Louis Avenue
Chicago, IL 60625

Phone: (773) 442-4633
Main Office: (773) 442-4630

For information on the spaces that are booked through Student Union, Event and Conference Services and to find out technical specifications, room capacity and dimensions please contact Charlene Jefferson Johnson at c-jeffersonjohnson@neiu.edu.