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A graphic for the Multiracial Student Union states organization's mission. Joining MSU is a great way to make connections with other students from different backgrounds. (Courtesy of Sophie Elliot)

Make connections with Multiracial Student Union

By Myles Germany, Lifestyle Writer | September 24, 2024

The Multiracial Student Union creates new ideas and events to meet students’ interests, connect with other multiracial students and share their unique perspectives during weekly meetings. MSU meets from 4:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. Wednesdays in Dusable...

Presidential nominees Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump shake hands before the start of the Sept. 10 ABC News presidential debate in Philadelphia. Opinion Columnist Sofia Didenko believes Harris won the debate by handling Trump’s typical debate tactics, including red herrings and name-calling, with grace and maturity. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon, file)

Harris demonstrated reliable leadership in debate

By Sofia Didenko, Opinion Columnist | September 23, 2024

From commentary of specialists and polls, the general consensus seems to be that Democrats are more confident in their candidate compared to Republicans after the Sept. 10 presidential debate between Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald...

NIU redshirt junior running back Justin Lynch is tackled behind the line of scrimmage by University at Buffalo redshirt fifth-year nickel Solomon Brown (7) and junior defensive tackle Tristan Souza (55) in the third quarter of Saturday's 23-20 overtime loss to Buffalo at Huskie Stadium. Lynch was one of nine NIU players to record a catch in the game, finishing with two receptions for 3 yards. (Totus Tuus Keely | Northern Star)

No. 23 NIU falls to Buffalo in overtime

By Skyler Kisellus, Senior Sports Reporter | September 21, 2024

DeKALB – In the aftermath of a 23-20 loss to the University at Buffalo, NIU head football coach Thomas Hammock, redshirt junior quarterback Ethan Hampton and junior defensive end Nevaeh Sanders sat down behind a table inside a classroom in the Yordon...

Super Saiyan 4 Goku prepares to fire his x10 Kamehameha wave as electricity crackles around him. The new trailer for "Dragon Ball: Sparking! ZERO" showcases characters from the "Dragon Ball GT" series. (Bandai Namco Entertainment under Fair Use)

‘Dragon Ball: Sparking! ZERO’ builds excitement with ‘GT’ characters

By Jonathan Shelby, Lifestyle Editor | September 20, 2024

The best “Dragon Ball” game of our generation is right around the corner, and with the recent announcement of “GT” characters included in the game, excitement for “Dragon Ball: Sparking! ZERO” has never been higher.  On Sept. 12, a trailer...

The Pride of the Midwest Marching band marches through the tailgate yard before the Aug. 21 football game with Western Illinois University. The marching band's presence is critical to the atmosphere of any football game, Opinion Columnist Will Thiel argues. (Totus Tuus Keely | Northern Star)

Football needs marching band

By Will Thiel, Opinion Columnist | September 19, 2024

Imagine a college football game stripped of its soul, reduced to mere athleticism without the electrifying presence of the marching band. NIU needs the marching band more than ever, and we are taking it for granted at our football games. The football...

Students browse several fraternities’ and sororities’ tables Sept. 11 at the Involvement Fair. Involvement fairs are a good way to meet members of multicultural fraternities and sororities. (Ethan Rodriguez | Northern Star)

Multicultural fraternities and sororities create home away from home

By Brynn Krug, Editor in Chief | September 18, 2024

EDITOR’S NOTE: This video is Part 3 in a series about Greek Life. We have covered the IFC and Panhellenic Greek councils and will cover the Divine Nine.  If you’re looking to connect with fellow NIU students from your culture, joining a multicultural...

A hand drops a coin into a tip jar. It won't destroy you to leave a tip, Opinion Editor Lucy Atkinson argues, so choose to be courteous next time you get the chance. (Lucy Atkinson | Northern Star)

Don’t be grumpy, leave a tip

By Lucy Atkinson, Opinion Columnist | September 18, 2024

It’s not outrageous for workers to request a tip. Stop getting your feelings hurt when they do; be courteous and spread a little green joy next time you go out to eat. TIPPING CULTURE IN AMERICA Compared to other countries, Americans tip far more...

Mayor Cohen Barnes (from left), former 5th Ward Alderman Scott McAdams, 6th Ward Alderman Mike Verbic and 7th Ward Alderman John Walker sit at the Feb. 26 City Council meeting. The DeKalb City Council violated the Open Meetings Act at the Feb. 26 meeting by cutting off a citizen's public comment. (Northern Star File Photo)

DeKalb city council violated Open Meetings Act at Feb. 26 meeting

By Devin Oommen, News Editor | September 17, 2024

DeKALB – The Illinois Attorney General’s Office ruled the DeKalb city council violated the Open Meetings Act in February by cutting off a citizen's public comment during a meeting. The Open Meetings Act is an Illinois law that grants members of...

A figure stares at their closet while a thought bubble over their head reads: “What am I supposed to WEAR?” Clothing is often unfairly labeled as too childish or too elderly. (Jayce Weir| Northern Star)

Don’t just ‘dress your age,’ dress for you

By Sofia Didenko, Opinion Columnist | September 16, 2024

Wake up, get clean, eat our first bites of the day, then be faced with a choice: what will I wear today?   Going to the gym? Reach for quick, dry materials. Going to the pumpkin patch? Reach for a warm sweater and boots.  We may have seen...

Freshman outside hitter Emma McCartney winds up for a serve on Aug. 30 against Western Illinois University. NIU volleyball defeated Stony Brook University in four sets to claim its second win of the season. (Tim Dodge | Northern Star)

Volleyball takes down Stony Brook for 2nd win of 2024

By James Bennett, Sports Reporter | September 14, 2024

NIU volleyball (2-6) claimed its second win of the season Saturday over the Stony Brook University Seawolves (7-2) in four sets.  COMPLETE PERFORMANCE The Huskies pitched their best performance of the season thus far against Stony Brook, a team...

Freshman defender Tom Dahlin (right) guards University of Missouri-Kansas City sophomore defender Brevyn Cole (left) on Sept. 6 at the NIU Soccer and Track & Field Complex. NIU men's soccer was defeated by Bowling Green University 2-1 on Friday for its fourth-straight loss. (Brooke Schliephake | Northern Star)

Men’s soccer drops 4th-straight with loss to Bowling Green

By Kalin Schaefer, Assistant Sports Editor | September 13, 2024

NIU men’s soccer (1-5, 0-1 MVC) came up short of earning its first conference win, losing to the Bowling Green State University Falcons (5-1, 1-0 MVC) by a score of 2-1.  NIU men’s soccer head coach Ryan Swan reflected on the loss.  “I’m...

A empty plot of land on Blackhawk Road where the Greek Life Center will be built sits on a cloudy day. The land purchase for the Greek Life Center is set to close on Oct. 21. (Tim Dodge | Northern Star)

Land purchase for Greek Life Center expected to close on Oct. 21

By Devin Oommen, News Editor | September 13, 2024

DeKALB – NIU’s plan to rejuvenate Greek Life takes a step forward as the sale of land for the $18 million Greek Life Center is set to close on Oct. 21. The City of DeKalb agreed to sell the land to the NIU Foundation at a council meeting July 22. The...