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Gallery: Colors explode on people during the Color Run

By Totus Tuus Keely, Assistant Photo Editor
August 27, 2025
Totus Tuus Keely
Color Run attendees launch packets of dyed corn starch into the air for an NIU promotional photo and video before the start of the event on Saturday. NIU gifted three sets of tickets to the Corn Fest carnival before the start of the Color Run to the attendees with birthdays closest to the stated dates. (Totus Tuus Keely | Northern Star)
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A cloud of colored corn starch engulfs the Color Run attendees before the start of the race for an NIU promotional photo and video on Saturday morning. Attendees were given a packet of dyed corn starch and a white NIU headband at the check-in booth for the Color Run. (Totus Tuus Keely | Northern Star)
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Totus Tuus Keely
Totus Tuus Keely, Assistant Photo Editor
Totus Tuus Keely is a junior mechatronics engineering major at NIU. He began as a photographer in the spring 2024 semester. Outside of his busy class schedule, he enjoys photographing sports and capturing the emotions of fans and players. He was able to travel and photograph the historic football win against No. 5 Notre Dame in 2024. Along with photography, he enjoys performing in the World Music Program and the NIU Pep Band, as well as constantly expanding his musical taste.
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