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NIU students and DeKalb residents are able to utilize fitness equipment at the Rec Center and other fitness centers on campus.

Rec centers open for in-person exercise

By Madelaine Vikse, Editor-in-Chief | August 23, 2021

DeKALB – The campus fitness centers are starting to open back up after being shut down due to the COVID-19 pandemic. With most fitness classes to become in-person again for the Fall 2021 semester, the campus main recreation fitness center is looking...

The Newman Catholic Student Center is located next to the NIU Campus Life Building. The center is one of 15 recognized religious organizations on campus.

Religious groups offer students new opportunities

By Jacob Baker | August 23, 2021

NIU has over 15 recognized religious groups on campus through the Association of Campus Religious Organizations (ACRO). For any incoming or returning students, finding the right faith group at NIU is easy and accessible. The Association of Campus Religious...

An aerial view of Stevenson Towers, 420 Stadium Drive W., and Grant Hall, 1250 Grant Drive N., on a clear fall night.

Capturing life at NIU

By Zulfiqar Ahmed | August 23, 2021

Pictured here are gems hidden to the unnoticing eye. There are plenty of things to do like bowl at the Huskie Den and jump across to the Chessick Practice Center. From the DeKalb sunsets to the hidden sculptures, take the time to stop and capture life...

Sigma Nu and Phi Sigma Kappa fraternities face off in a game of Tug of War Greek life's annual Tugs event in Spring of 2019.

Live the Greek life in fraternities, sororities

By Ashley Dwy | August 23, 2021

DeKALB – Greek life plays a big role in many students’ lives in regards to the college experience. Because of their use of the Greek alphabet for their names, it may seem a little intimidating at first to understand Greek life. There are four organizations...

Mayor Cohen Barnes: Spend some time getting to know DeKalb

Mayor Cohen Barnes: Spend some time getting to know DeKalb

By Cohen Barnes, DeKalb Mayor | August 23, 2021

On behalf of everyone in DeKalb, I cannot express enough how excited we are to have students and faculty back to our community in person this year! We missed you all!  NIU and the City of DeKalb are both close to my heart. I grew up in DeKalb and...

The band 7th heaven performed in 2019 at Corn Fest in downtown DeKalb. The band returns to the Corn Fest Sound Stage 9 p.m. Aug. 27 in downtown DeKalb

Corn Fest reconnects DeKalb

By Greg Gancarz | August 23, 2021

DeKALB – DeKalb’s annual Corn Fest will return from Aug. 27 to Aug. 29 in the city’s downtown for the first time since 2019. Corn Fest is billed as one of the last free music festivals in Illinois, according to the festival website, but also includes...

How to cope with the classroom being within the same 4 walls

How to cope with the classroom being within the same 4 walls

By Parker Otto | August 27, 2020

NIU has a reputation of being a commuter school, since students tend to study at school during the week and travel back home for the weekend, but there are still many students who live in NIU’s five residence halls seven days a week. Living on campus,...

Positive everyday routines could ensure productivity this semester

Positive everyday routines could ensure productivity this semester

By Colton Loeb | August 25, 2020

Focusing on homework is easier said than done, especially when at home. With so many classes online this semester, it may be hard to be productive if your environment isn't always optimal.  Whether it's loud family members or roommates, the temptation...

Getting involved in student life despite a global pandemic

Getting involved in student life despite a global pandemic

By Parker Otto | August 18, 2020

If there is one piece of advice commonly given to new students, it’s a variation of the same idea: “don’t stay in your residence hall room,” “get involved” and “make the most of your time.”Going out with friends and joining organizations...

Philadelphia 76ers' Joel Embiid, left, and Boston Celtics' Marcus Smart, right, exchange words during the second half of an NBA basketball first round playoff game Monday, Aug. 17, 2020, in Lake Buena Vista, Fla.

Is something missing in your life without NIU Athletics?

By Jarrett Huff | August 17, 2020

As students begin returning to DeKalb for another semester at NIU, a familiar part of the fall semester’s atmosphere will be missing: Huskie athletic events. A semester full of Saturdays without tailgating outside of Huskie Stadium ahead of the big...

4 meal prep ideas for students studying remotely or on campus this semester

4 meal prep ideas for students studying remotely or on campus this semester

By Colton Loeb | August 17, 2020

Quarantine has provided me with a lot of time, time that was once filled with activities that burned calories. Now, the main activity I find myself indulging in is eating...too much.  As the school year draws near, many students must make the choice...