Marvel has quite a few superhero-centered TV shows and films scheduled for release in 2026 that tie in with the entertainment company’s superhero theme, but there is another upcoming series that appears to deviate from that norm.  Enter “Wonder...

The NIU School of Theatre and Dance will present “for colored girls who have considered suicide / when the rainbow is enuf,” a work by Ntozake Shange. Directed by Roxanna Conner and Sarita Connelly, this production is an immersive experience with...

“Harry Potter” and “Star Wars” are two titans of their respective fantasy and sci-fi genres. These two franchises have dominated their genres for years and captured the hearts and minds of many fans. In this poll, we debate which one is superior...

Voice is a powerful part of the human experience. Voice can be more than sound, it can become the sum of our shared experiences and is how we express ourselves. It reverberates throughout time, space and culture. "Unseen" is more than a book, it's...

In this Weekly Writeup, you can find events such as a special Japanese-themed dinner, the kickoff to Sycamore’s Pumpkin Fest, a casino night and more.  NIU JAZZ FACULTY RECITAL  Date and Time: 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Monday  Location: Music Building,...

The lights of the Black Box Theatre fell, and a hush settled. But instead of trumpets, the thrumming, modern beat of Labrinth’s “Mount Everest” filled the theater. Through a haze of colorful light, Julius Caesar strode forth, an easygoing confidence...

Among the small number of ways to view interstellar events in Illinois, NIU is one location that allows its community to peer into the depths of space.  Sitting next to the East Lagoon, the Davis Hall Observatory serves as an educational resource...

The 20-year run of NIU’s independent student film festival, Reality Bytes, is now indefinitely paused.  Professor Laura Vazquez, the founder of Reality Bytes, stepped down due to a harsh workload, and the university has been unable to find a replacement. The...

If you’ve ever felt drawn to Tarot but didn’t know where to begin, October might be your moment. The veil is thin, the nights are long and the cards are waiting. We sat down with Shari Potter, co-owner of Séance at Tiffany’s, for an interview...

With leaves changing color and Halloween creeping in, listed are some of the Northern Star Staff's favorite tunes to listen to during spooky season.  AUSTIN LAMB’S PICKS Halloween – Mastodon Okay, You Can Be Tigers, But No Crashing –...

From Sept. 29 through Oct. 7, top couture brands around the world, from Hermés to Chanel, showed off their spring 2026 ready-to-wear selection. Here are some top shows from the many brands shown during Paris Fashion Week. 1. Maison Margiela  Glenn...

In this Weekly Writeup, you can find events such as a horror film series, a trivia night, a performance by the School of Theatre and Dance and performances by the School of Music.  WIND SYMPHONY  Date and Time: 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. Monday  Location:...