100918 Bruce Rauner announces Illinois technology hub at NIU

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Northern Illinois University President Lisa Freeman speaks as Gov. Bruce Rauner looks on at the Barsema Alumni and Visitors Center at NIU Tuesday during the announcement of the university's involvement in the Illinois Innovation Network in partnership with the University of Illinois system. The Illinois Innovation Network brings together community leaders, innovation-minded groups, enterprises, and educational institutions on a common platform where they can connect with each other to further innovation and economic growth in Illinois.