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
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)
Jan 17, 2025
About the Contributor
Ethan Rodriguez, Former Photojournalist
Ethan Rodriguez is a sophomore from the greater St. Charles area majoring in chemistry. 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.