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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

Altgeld Hall sits surrounded by trees and other foliage. “A Legacy of Excellence: 60 Years of Printmaking at NIU” opened on Aug. 27 alongside the “Legacies on Display: The Forbidden and Venerated Arts of Burma” in Altgeld Hall. (Ethan Rodriguez | Northern Star)

A visual timeline: Exhibit explores 60 years of printmaking at NIU

By Cayden Wells, Lifestyle Writer | September 8, 2025

An art gallery can transport you to a different place, but for students at NIU, it can take them back in time through their history and legacy. NIU’s School of Art and Design is honoring six decades of creativity with the “Sixty Years of Printmaking...

Dancers from Ballet Folklorico Aztlan performed at Latin Chill on Tuesday. The organization is one of many groups on campus that represent the many cultures that can be found on NIU's campus. (Totus Tuus Keely | Northern Star)

Latino Center hosts Latin Chill, celebrates culture and community

By Jaxs Rihan and Rachael Swinson | September 7, 2025

Latin Chill, the event where the NIU Latinx community came together for food, dancing, music and Latinx student organizations, took place Tuesday outside the Latino Center. Not long after the event started, students, whether alone or in groups, joined...

The Avalon String Quartet prepares to strike the final note of “Fellow Traveler (2008)” composed by John Adams, their opening piece on Jan. 30 at the Recital Hall in the Music Building. The quartet will join composer Narongrit Dhamabutra and pianist Winston Choi to perform Dhamabutra's new piece for quintet from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. on Friday at the Recital Hall in the Music Building. (Totus Tuus Keely | Northern Star)

Weekly Writeup: Hoedowns, trivia and glow bowling light up the week

By Jonathan Shelby, Lifestyle Writer | September 7, 2025

In this Weekly Writeup, you can find events such as a trivia night, a community block party, glow bowling and more.  HUSKIE DEN TRIVIA NIGHT  Date and Time: 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. Tuesday  Location: Huskie Den, Holmes Student Center  Bring your...

Students play “Super Smash Bros. Ultimate” on Aug. 23 at the College Grind in the Holmes Student Center for Welcome Holmes. The Holmes Student Center is one of the places NIU offers for students to connect with others. (Totus Tuus Keely | Northern Star)

Third places: Finding community between work and home

By Alex Lockwood, Lifestyle Writer | September 4, 2025

Third places are described as areas between the workplace and the home, centered around relaxation, hobbies or spending time with friends and loved ones. They’re a focal point of modern socialization, one that helps people become more involved in their...

Jenna Ortega poses at the "Wednesday" Graveyard Gala hosted by Netflix and Spotify. Part 2 of Wednesday Season 2 premieres Wednesday, September 3rd. (Associated Press)

Here we woe again: ‘Wednesday’ returns

By Caleb Johnson, Lifestyle Writer | September 2, 2025

In the dead of night, all is quiet, all is right. Then, Wednesday wakes up in the house of a serial killer, but she's not afraid — he should be.  Part 1 of “Wednesday” Season 2, opens with a frightening good time. Set after the events of Season...

Carved ivory tusks from the 19th century (right) and a painting titled “Art Burmese Dictatorship” from 1966 are on display at the “Legacies on Display: The Forbidden and Venerated Arts of Burma” gallery in the west end of the first floor of Altgeld Hall. The exhibit is open 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Wednesdays, noon to 6 p.m. on Thursdays and Fridays and noon to 3 p.m. on Saturdays until May 9. (Totus Tuus Keely | Northern Star)

NIU Art Museum shows Burmese history through forbidden and venerated art

By Cayden Wells, Lifestyle Writer | September 2, 2025

To many, art is simply something beautiful to look at, but it can be so much more: A silent language, a record of history and a powerful tool for protest and change within society. The NIU Art Museum is hosting an exhibit that proves this, featuring...

A female student reads a book in the library. Reading often can help improve your literacy as time goes on. (Getty Images)

Literacy rates decline among college students

By Cheryl Seguin, Lifestyle Writer | September 1, 2025

College students are increasingly struggling with a skill long considered fundamental to academic success: Reading. Experts, such as David Paige, a professor of literacy education at NIU, said the problem does not begin in higher education. “It really...

DeKalb Farmer’s Market attendees browse through a variety of products such as honey, breads and donuts. The DeKalb Farmer’s Market was held at 210 E. Locust St. between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. (Ethan Rodriguez | Northern Star)

DeKalb Farmers Market celebrates 30th season

By Cheryl Seguin, Lifestyle Writer | August 28, 2025

Downtown Dekalb’s Van Buer Plaza came alive on Thursday as the community gathered to celebrate the 30th season of the Dekalb Farmers Market. The event, organized by the Dekalb Chamber of Commerce and presented by Northwestern Medicine, ran from 10...

A pair of counterfeit Labubus hang from a backpack. Labubu refers to a line of blind box plush keychains called “The Monsters,” created by Hong Kong illustrator Kasing Lung and produced by the toy company Pop Mart.
(Ethan Rodriguez | Northern Star)

Spotting a fake Labubu

By Sofia Didenko, Lifestyle Editor | August 26, 2025

In a world where tension seems impossible to shake and every headline is pressing harder on our chests, division has become the background noise of daily life. Identity is fought over, culture feels under siege and speaking out is both brave and expected....

A  Dubai Chocolate Latte sits on a table on Tuesday outside of Cast Iron Coffee, located at 901 Lucinda Ave. Dubai Chocolate originated from Fix Dessert Chocolatiers’ product, the Pistachio Kataifi Chocolate Bar. (Totus Tuus Keely | Northern Star)

A recap: Summer favorites

By Cayden Wells, Lifestyle Writer | August 26, 2025

As temperatures increased and days got longer, many were looking for ways to cool down, tune in or indulge. From viral sweet-treats, chart-topping albums to internet controversies, this summer had many memorable moments and trends.  Events at a Coldplay...

The cover art for “Alfredo 2,” the latest album from rapper Freddie Gibbs, features a hand holding chopsticks above a bowl of ramen noodles. Editor-in-Chief Edison Miller argues that "Alfredo 2" deserves Album of the Year recognition. (Freddie Gibbs under Fair Use)

Freddie Gibbs’ ‘Alfredo 2’ deserves AOTY recognition

By Edison Miller, Editor in Chief | August 25, 2025

Released on July 25, hip-hop artist Freddie Gibbs and producer The Alchemist blessed fans with the release of “Alfredo 2.” Serving as the second edition of their “Alfredo” series, Gibbs’ smooth yet aggressive flow matches perfectly with The...

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