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Neptune Central located in Neptune Hall has a fireplace, chairs and couches, making it a good spot to take a nap at. (Daija Hammonds | Northern Star)

Best spots to catch some z’s on campus

By Sarah Rose, Assistant Lifestyle Editor | October 30, 2022

There are many places throughout campus that can provide the comfort and quiet needed to obtain that beauty sleep. The key to napping anywhere: don’t care what others think. It may be difficult to trek back to one’s dorm room in between classes...

Jonamac Orchard will have Big Ds food truck at 11 a.m. and live music from Tutti Loops from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. this Saturday.

DeKalb day planner: Oct. 29

By Nyah Nowakowski, News Reporter | October 26, 2022

Here are some events happening in DeKalb this Saturday to attend to celebrate Halloween. SYCAMORE PUMPKIN FESTIVAL On Saturday in downtown Sycamore, there will be several events happening at Sycamore’s Annual Pumpkin Festival to consider attending....

The NIU Art Museum held a closing reception on Oct. 15 for their two exhibits “Golden Legacy: Original Art from 80 Years of Golden Books” and “Everyday People: The Art of James E. Ransome. (Sean Reed | Northern Star)

NIU Art Museum closed out ‘Golden Legacy’ and ‘Everyday People’ exhibits

By Caleb Johnson, Lifestyle Writer | October 23, 2022

Last Saturday, the NIU Art Museum held its closing reception for its current exhibit, Children's Illustrated Literature Exhibition suite, featuring two exhibits; “Golden Legacy: Original Art from 80 Years of Golden Books” in the museum's south gallery;...

DeKalb day planner: Oct. 22

DeKalb day planner: Oct. 22

By Evan Mellon, News Reporter | October 19, 2022

Here are some events happening on Saturday if you need something spooky and fun to do this weekend. Performing Southeast Asia at Pick Museum of Anthropology The Pick Museum of Anthropology will be housing an exhibit displaying examples of performance...

From left: Hughie Stone Fish, Keith Habersberger and Alex Lewis, members of the comedy trio Lewberger, performed at the Egyptian Theatre on Oct. 7. (Caleb Johnson | Northern Star)

Lewberger welcomed to DeKalb with applause, dancing

By Caleb Johnson, Lifestyle Writer | October 16, 2022

Large crowds gathered on Oct. 7 at the Egyptian Theatre for a spectacular musical comedy show, “An Evening With: Lewberger.” This comedy trio consists of Keith Habersberger, from the Try Guys web show, Alex Lewis and Hughie Stone Fish. They were...

The Marching Huskies leading the tune of the homecoming parade last Thursday evening on Second Street in DeKalb. (Mingda Wu | Northern Star)

NIU’s Homecoming Block Party packs downtown DeKalb with parade, car show

By Sarah Rose, Assistant Lifestyle Editor | October 10, 2022

DeKALB – DeKalb residents and NIU students gathered in downtown DeKalb to celebrate NIU’s 115th homecoming on Thursday. “I am most looking forward to the community coming together to support NIU,” said Devyn Grzywa, a DeKalb resident.  Shops...

Fans tailgate before the NIU-Wyoming football game at Huskie Stadium on Sept. 11, 2021.

Homecoming preview: Hottest events of the week

By Laqes Davis and Abigail Lamoreaux | September 30, 2022

This homecoming week will feature multiple events to celebrate. Here are the top events to look out for on each day. For the full list of homecoming events, visit the NIU calendar website. Monday Homecoming banners decoration contest Come join the...

From left; Kristen Serbia, Naava Ofri-Akman and Gabby Gozdecki perform Melancholy Play at their final dress rehearsal. (Mingda Wu | Northern Star)

NIU School of Theatre and Dance delivers intuitive experience with ‘Melancholy Play’

By Caleb Johnson, Lifestyle Writer | September 26, 2022

Editor's note: This piece contains spoilers and discusses events that take place in "Melancholy Play." Students in NIU’s School of Theatre and Dance are performing “Melancholy Play,” by playwright Sarah Ruhl, this weekend in the school's Black...

The Pick Museums current exhibit Performing Southeast Asia opened on Sept. 8.

The Pick Museum of Anthropology opens exhibit

By Caleb Johnson, Lifestyle Writer | September 13, 2022

Collaboration, harmony and revitalization are the defining principles of “Radical Verses of Hmong Revitalization” by Tou SaiK Lee.  On Sept. 8, NIU’s Pick Museum of Anthropology, in partnership with the Center for Southeast Asian Studies, opened...

Communicating and hanging out with your roommate(s) is a good way to bond and form friendships.

How to build a good relationship with roommate(s)

By Daija Hammonds, Managing Editor | September 12, 2022

Now that the semester has started and you’ve settled into a routine, getting along with your roommate might be the last thing on your mind. Sharing a space with a stranger can be awkward, but take it one day at a time and use these tips to build a good...

Kite fest will feature activities such as a kite-themed craft table, cornhole, a paper plane obstacle course and giant bubbles. (Getty Images)

DeKalb Park District to host annual Kite Fest

By Eddie Drinkwine | September 3, 2022

DeKALB — The DeKalb Park District is hosting its annual Kite Fest this month, which will feature outdoor activities for attendants to participate in. The event will take place from 11 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. on Sept. 11 at Kiwanis Park, on Fairview Drive...

Founders Memorial Library is one of the many options on campus to use as a study spot.

“Where’s the Huskie?” scavenger hunt to be held at Founders Memorial Library

By Laqes Davis, Lifestyle Writer | September 2, 2022

The Founders Memorial Library is hosting an open house scavenger hunt called "Where's the Huskie?" to familiarize students with the first floor, called the Founders Learning Commons. The purpose of this event is for students to explore the first floor...