The Kappa Nu chapter (#253) at Northern Illinois University was installed April 25, 1999 with National Vice President for Student Affairs Michael Osborn serving as the installing officer. Vice President Osborn also served as the colony’s advising person, and the Alpha Zeta chapter served as the advising chapter.
Charter members of the Kappa Nu chapter include: Barbara Bach, Stephanie Barragan, Meghan Beran, Gina Bolander, Michelle Clark, Jenny Cullen, Nicole Gurt, Carolyn Haiduk, Samantha Hancock, Jennifer Harman, Catherine Heyne, Michelle Hooper, Lisa Krantz, Jenny Lupo, Shana Smith, Julia Warman, and Kathryn Wine.