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A seal with the face of the musician "Seal" sings a parody of his song "Kiss from a Rose." Super Bowl LIX had less memorable commercials compared to past years. (Mountain Dew under Fair Use)
Entertainment
Best commercials from Super Bowl LIX
A phone shows numerous apps such as Facebook, Instagram and TikTok. Opinion Columnist Lucy Atkinson argues that in regards to the TikTok ban, President Trump is not the hero in bringing TikTok back. (Getty Images)
Trump is not TikTok’s hero

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Feb.12

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  • Huskies Get Hired Workshop:Learn about the system NIU students use to find openings for on campus employment, off campus part-time jobs, internships, and jobs for after college. This online workshop will give you the inside scoop on how to make the most out of the system.
 

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  • Spring 2025 All-Majors Internship and Job Fair: An opportunity for students, alumni and community members to connect with employers for internships, and full-time, part-time and student employment positions. Our All-Majors Internship and Job Fair is open to undergraduates, graduating seniors, graduate students, alumni and non-NIU candidates. Our fair is free for all candidates to attend. Reservations are not required. Parking is also free or you may take the 2R or 2L bus line.
 
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The NIU women's basketball team gives out free signatures to fans who attended the game. The Convocation Center had an attendance of 1,401 people at the game Wednesday night. (Katie Follmer | Northern Star)
Sports
Gallery: Huskies upset Kent State on National Girls and Women in Sports Day
By Katherine Follmer, Photojournalist

NIU softball senior middle infielder and outfielder Jenna Turner catches a softball while stepping on second base during an exhibition game in the fall. The Huskies opened their spring season Thursday, leaving winless in a double header against Grand Canyon University. (Photo courtesy of NIU Athletics)
Sports
Huskies swept by Grand Canyon to open softball season
NIU women's basketball graduate student guard Chelby Koker drives toward the basket on Wednesday in the Huskies' 73-69 victory over Kent State University Wednesday at the Convocation Center. Koker was second in scoring for the Huskies, finishing the game with 21 points. (Katherine Follmer | Northern Star)
Sports
Doyle and Koker lead Huskies in victory over Kent State
Members of the NIU football team gather in the huddle during the 117th Homecoming game against the University of Toledo on Oct. 19 at Huskie Stadium in DeKalb. NIU signed four football players on National Signing Day on Wednesday, putting the Huskies’ 2025 recruiting class at 24 signees. (Totus Tuus Keely | Northern Star)
Sports
NIU football adds 4 on National Signing Day
Northwestern's Director of Rehabilitation Services Cindy Tucker (from left), University of Nebraska Deputy Athletic Director Kristen Brown and Hinshaw & Culbertson Litigator Kristin Hoffman sit in front of a crowd Wednesday at the Convocation Center. The former Huskie athletes and NIU Executive Associate Athletic Director, Sports Administration and Senior Woman Administrator Courtney Vinson spoke about women's athletics as part of NIU Athletics discussion panel in commemoration of National Girls and Women in Sports Day. (Katherine Follmer | Northern Star)
Sports
NIU hosts discussion panel commemorating National Girls and Women in Sports Day

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▸ More Coverage:  Football  |  Volleyball  |  Men's Soccer  |  Women's Soccer

 
Several fans dry the carpet of a Stevenson B hallway. This is one of several floors that was affected by flooding as the result of a pipe bursting on Jan. 21. (Katherine Follmer | Northern Star)
News
Stevenson B Residence Hall expected to be finished drying this week
By Isabella Froh, News Reporter

DeKALB - Two weeks after a burst pipe required students to relocate from their dorms, NIU has completed work to ensure conditions are safe for...

Timothy Doll is pictured in a mugshot at DeKalb County Jail. On Feb. 5 he plead guilty to murdering DeKalb teenager Gracie Sasso-Cleveland in May 2023. (DeKalb County Jail)
News
Timothy Doll pleads guilty to murder of Gracie Sasso-Cleveland
A photo shows people learning about African culture. On Tuesday, NIU kicked off its Black Heritage Month events with a lecture from NIU history professor Sundiata Djata. (Getty Images)
News
NIU kicks off Black Heritage month events
An image shows the infinite possibilities of the human brain and mind. NIU  researchers received a grant to develop brain to brain communication technology. (Getty Images)
News
NIU researchers receive grant to work on brain-to-brain communication
A Huskie bus sits parked outside of an NIU building. The ridership of the Huskie bus system has rebounded since COVID-19. (Marco Alvarez | Northern Star)
News
Bridging communities: Tracing a transit transformation in DeKalb

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A cartoon depicts a figure in all drag makeup emphasizing their style and appreciation toward drag. People should have the right to express themselves however they want. (Daniela Barajas | Northern Star)
Opinion
Cartoon: Drag is a work of art
By Daniela Barajas, Cartoonist

A manual toothbrush and an electric toothbrush sit beneath the words “Look Both Ways” and above the topic of the week. Are manual or electric toothbrushes better? (Emily Beebe | Northern Star)
Opinion
Look Both Ways: Manual vs. electric toothbrushes
A graphic depicts hearts along with the words "You're doing great," "Way to go" and "You are awesome." Opinion Columnist Sofia Didenko argues that small words and compliments can make a big impact. (Emily Beebe | Northern Star)
Opinion
The power of compliments
A cartoon shows an error screen after a finger tries to click a "cancel subscription" button. Some new Illinois laws make it easier to cancel subscriptions. (Brynn Krug | Northern Star)
Opinion
Editorial: Illinois should protect consumers over corporations
J.C. La Barbera, a junior mechatronics engineering major, responds to a street interviews prompt. What do students think of NIU's move to the Mountain West? (Northern Star Graphic)
Opinion
Street Interviews: What do students think of NIU’s move to the Mountain West?
Normal West Jazz Orchestra, directed by Ryan Budzinski, stands at the conclusion of their final song during the NIU Jazz Day on Thursday. The Jazz Day featured a performance by the NIU Jazz Orchestra in the Concert Hall at 12:20 p.m. (Totus Tuus Keely | Northern Star)
Lifestyle
Gallery: NIU hosts annual Jazz Day for high school talent
By Totus Tuus Keely, Senior Photojournalist

A graphic depicts flowers, chocolate, a necklace, a candle and a teddy bear. What is the best Valentine's Day gift? (Emily Beebe | Northern Star)
Opinion
Poll: What is the best gift to receive on Valentine’s Day?
Cara Collins, director for the Monona Grove High School Jazz Ensemble II, conducts for the band to decrescendo during a section of “La Noche Del Burrito Picante” by Mike Dana. Myles Franklin-Smith, NIU’s clinician for Monona Grove High School, commented that the band stayed together well for the larger ensemble size but could have increased the tempo for the songs to engage the audience. (Totus Tuus Keely | Northern Star)
Lifestyle
Young musicians unite to perform in Jazz Day
Jonathan Shelby stands behind the Weekend Rundown logo with the Holmes Student Center in the background. This Weekend Writeup features events such as a sweet stroll through downtown DeKalb and 3D printing spaceships. (Ryan Day | Northern Star)
Lifestyle
Sweet strolls, 3D spaceships this weekend
Gamers play against each other in "Super Smash Bros. Ultimate." Esports is a profession and hobby that can be heavily competitive and involves several popular games. (Ethan Rodriguez | Northern Star)
Lifestyle
NIU esports, a different way to play