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NIU responds to ‘vile and racist comments’

By Northern Star Staff | June 17, 2020

NIU responded Tuesday to a series of “vile and racist comments.”  NIU’s response to a Twitter thread included mention of a person who would’ve taken a leadership role involving fraternity and sorority life.  The fraternity and sorority...

Bubba Wallace, NASCAR, and knowing when enough is enough

Bubba Wallace, NASCAR and knowing when enough is enough

By James Krause | June 15, 2020

The morning of May 26, a day after the death of George Floyd, Darrell Wallace Jr. received a text from his mother, Desiree Wallace, that included “I love you Bubba.” “I love you Bubba” is a phrase familiar to me. My parents said a doctor that...

a sign points to the School of Theatre and Dance

Professor, university respond to racist posts

By Kurt Bitting | June 12, 2020

DeKALB — Professors and administrators within the College of Visual and Performing Arts responded to a series of racist Facebook posts written by a local business owner who had worked with the college in the past. Scott Almand is the co-owner of...

A protester holds up a sign during a Black Lives Matter protest.

Editorial: Our commitment to amplifying black voices

By Northern Star Editorial Board | June 9, 2020

Editor’s note: There are currently no members of the Northern Star Editorial Board who are black. This, along with the fact that the majority of our staff is white, is evident of our organization being as much a part of the problem of racial inequality...

An open sign hangs on the fence of The Hillside Restaurant located at 121 North 2nd Street in DeKalb as many small businesses begin to re-open.

Illinois moves into Phase 3

By Mikah Walker, Reporter | June 8, 2020

Phase three of the Restore Illinois Plan, recovery, re-opened restaurants and bars for outdoor dining only. Seating must have a minimum of six feet between tables.  The health and safety of people in Illinois matter first, according to a news release...

Egyptian Theatre continues renovations despite pandemic

Egyptian Theatre continues renovations despite pandemic

By Colton Loeb | June 8, 2020

The Egyptian Theatre renovations have proceeded without pause and will soon conclude despite the COVID-19 pandemic. Jeanine Holcomb, marketing and communications director at the Egyptian Theatre, 135 N. Second St., said that last week, for the first time...

The NIU Huskie Pride Statue and Holmes Student Center are recognizable landmarks to help new students find their way around campus.

University addresses fall semester classes

By Ahyen Labanan | June 1, 2020

DeKALB — Fall semester classes may be taught in-person, online or a combination of the two methods of instruction as the university issued a statement regarding what Fall 2020 will look like amid the COVID-19 pandemic. Academic Affairs, Student Affairs,...

Editor in Chief Sam Malone lies on copies of the Northern Star with a mask covering her face.

Saying goodbye to something special

By Sam Malone | May 6, 2020

As a little girl I dreamed of walking across a stage to receive my college degree, and nothing could have prepared me for this reality. The reality of a graduation without a ceremony — an accomplishment without smothering hugs from my family.  But...

A message to graduating seniors

A message to graduating seniors

Hello seniors. We didn’t think it’d end this way, did we? You’re in your final week of your NIU career, and finals may be pretty low on your list of priorities. With graduation postponed until at least August, the realization that it is the end...

Campus counseling provides telehealth services to students

Campus counseling provides telehealth services to students

By Kierra Frazier | April 29, 2020

DeKALB — While classes have moved online for the remainder of the semester, and students have moved back home to help contain the spread of COVID-19, most on-campus mental health clinics have shifted to provide telehealth services to help students from...

County COVID-19 cases rise to 78

County COVID-19 cases rise to 78

By Northern Star Staff | April 28, 2020

DeKALB — A day after DeKalb County reported no increased COVID-19 cases, the number of positive COVID-19 cases increased to 78 Monday, according to the DeKalb County Health Department.  Among those who have tested positive for the coronavirus, three...