Movie and short film lovers are in luck as an abundance of independent short films and animations come to the big screen during the Reality Bytes Film Festival.   The Reality Bytes Film Festival kicked off from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. Tuesday in Cole...

There's a not so silent killer among Gen Z, one that's constantly attacking our health and is taken for granted without us realizing it: The constant noises we choose to immerse ourselves in. Hearing loss is growing among our generation with 10% of...

NIU’s annual Reality Bytes Film Festival returns this week, featuring student-made films from around the world.  Reality Bytes is a free event where short films are shown to the DeKalb community over the course of two days.  This year, the film...

In this Weekend Writeup, you can find events such as an algorithmic-based art exhibit, the closing concert of a World Music Festival, a game night of UNO and more.  SHAHRZAD MOTALLEBI - “CODE TO CAST”  Date and Time: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Friday  Location:...

In this episode of StarNotes, Assistant Video Editor Ryan Day and Photo Editor Ethan Rodriguez discuss their thoughts on the bright and dark side of video game adaptations in the film industry.  Video games are a critical part of the entertainment...

  Patriotism filled the Music Building as the U.S. Army Field Band & Soldiers' Chorus sang, drummed and tapped into the hearts of the people in attendance.  From 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. the U.S. Army Field Band & Soldiers' Chorus held a free...

In this Weekend Writeup, you can find events such as a gaming night, Earth Fest, a performance by the U.S. Army Field Band & Soldiers’ Chorus and more.  HUSKIE GAMING JACKBOX NIGHT  Date and Time: 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Friday  Location: Altgeld...

In this episode of StarNotes, Assistant Video Editor Ryan Day and Opinion Columnist Nia Jackson discuss several elements of the Looney Tunes film "The Day the Earth Blew Up." Following the old-school characters "Porky Pig" and "Daffy Duck," the film puts...

The Gender and Sexuality Resource Center officially reopened their doors to the NIU community to celebrate their new home.  The Gender and Sexuality Resource Center (GSRC) held their official open house from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday to celebrate...

ETHAN RODRIGUEZ’S PICKS Road To Riches – Yuno Miles I’m a Gummy Bear – Gummibär  Mine Diamonds – Mcap Steve If you’re looking for a song that will motivate you to achieve wealth and success, “Roads to Riches” is the...

Anime fans and cosplayers alike gathered for the Karoshi-Con convention, a free one day anime convention held annually in DeKalb where fans of anime can gather and celebrate the form of media they love most. The NIU Anime Association hosted this...

NIU’s varsity "Overwatch" team faced difficult trials as they battled Northeastern University Thursday. This was the final match before the beginning of the playoff season, and the stakes stood high for both teams. When inquired about his thoughts...