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Northern Star

The Student News Site of Northern Illinois University

Northern Star

The Student News Site of Northern Illinois University

Northern Star

Getting involved in student life despite a global pandemic

Getting involved in student life despite a global pandemic

By Parker Otto, Columnist | 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, Sports Editor | 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, Columnist | 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...

The NIU Foundation has denied at least three FOIA requests since 2016.

Huskie Link transitions platform

By Kierra Frazier, Reporter | August 17, 2020

 DeKALB — Huskie Link now has a different look after the Student Government Association decided to end its contract with Campus Labs and switch to a platform called Presence.  Presence is a campus engagement platform to assist student organizations...

Take up a long term video game in your free time this semester

Take up a long term video game in your free time this semester

By Jacob Baker, Columnist | August 7, 2020

With the university transitioning to online and hybrid classes, students are going to spend a lot more time away from campus. With that extra time, it’s an excellent opportunity to pick up a long-running video game franchise.    FromSoftware...

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