A full moon shines brightly on NIU’s campus Monday. NIU’s Observatory was originally constructed in the 1960s and was renovated in 2000. (Ethan Rodriguez | Northern Star)
Gallery: NIU’s Observatory opening to the public
January 17, 2025
NIU’s Observatory’s telescope sits pointed at the moon. The Observatory owns a 14-inch Schmidt-Cassegrain telescope which is over 25 years old. (Ethan Rodriguez | Northern Star)
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Ethan Rodriguez, Photo Editor
Ethan Rodriguez is a sophomore from the greater St. Charles area majoring in mechanical engineering. He started his career at the Northern Star in the fall 2024 semester. Outside of the news cycle, he enjoys photographing nature and the night sky.
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