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The NIU School of Music Jazz Ensemble will present its spring concert on April 19 at 7 p.m. in the Boutell Memorial Concert Hall in the Music Building. 

NIU Jazz Ensemble to host spring concert

By Northern Star Staff | April 7, 2022

The NIU School of Music Jazz Ensemble will present its spring concert on April 19 at 7 p.m. in the Boutell Memorial Concert Hall in the Music Building.  It costs $5 for adults, $3 for students with an ID and NIU students are free with an ID. Tickets...

The larger group is near the end of the show, where they're traveling to the Simorgh. (from left to right) Emma Vaughn, Jack Gordon, Kristen Serbia, Jacob Ihm, Cristian Oñate, Lulu Grey, Jonathan Perkins (on floor) and Abigail Lamoreaux (Zohair Khan | Northern Star)

NIU School of Theatre and Dance captivates audience with ‘The Conference of the Birds’

By Madelaine Vikse, Editor-in-Chief | April 5, 2022

The NIU School of Theatre and Dance’s opening weekend of performances of “The Conference of the Birds” was this past weekend, with the last three performances taking place this coming Thursday, Friday and Saturday. “The Conference of the Birds”...

Two NIU students sit on a bench at the East Lagoon.

DeKalb offers many spots to enjoy warm weather

By Parker Otto | April 5, 2022

As warm weather approaches, students will want to go outside and have some good times with friends. Before the semester ends, here are some places that are worth checking out alongside some possible activities.  The East Lagoon, 100 Castle Drive An...

Shot of an man writing in a notebook while working from home (Getty Images)

Studying tips for college students

By Kyron Lewis, Lifestyle Writer | April 3, 2022

Studying is essential for college students. While some students may have found their own method of preparing for projects, exams and quizzes, there are others who have not found a suitable studying method or have struggled with studying in some way. Here...

NIU School of Theatre and Dance will premiere "God of Carnage" at 7:30 p.m. on Nov. 4 at the Sally Stevens Players Theatre in the Steven’s Building. (Madelaine Vikse | Northern Star)

NIU School of Theatre and Dance to perform plays by Ukrainian playwrights

By Daija Hammonds, Managing Editor | April 2, 2022

DeKALB — The NIU School of Theatre and Dance will host a night of readings from Ukrainian playwrights at 7:30 p.m. Sunday in the O'Connell Theatre in the Stevens Building, 200 University Circle Avenue.  Admission is free, but donations are welcomed...

James E. Ransome and Lesa Cline-Ransome held a lecture on Wednesday in the Recital Hall in the Music building where they discussed their work in illustration and children's books.  (Madelaine Vikse | Northern Star)

DeKalb day planner: April 3

By Grace Barone | March 31, 2022

You’ve made it past the halfway point of the semester, congratulations! If you’re looking for a relaxing day filled with music, theater and yoga, here are some ideas on what to do this Sunday.  Chambers Ensemble Competition  Kick off your Sunday...

Transgender Flag held in the sky (Getty Images)

Gender and Sexuality Resource Center to celebrate Transgender Day of Visibility

By Madelaine Vikse, Editor-in-Chief | March 29, 2022

The Gender and Sexuality Resource Center will celebrate the Transgender Day of Visibility by hosting an in-person event and sharing words of support and affirmation on Thursday. Transgender Day of Visibility, also known as TDOV, takes place on March...

There's Fun In Store, downtown DeKalb, has a wide variety of games to choose from (Zulfiqar Ahmed | Northern Star)

Date night ideas for $20 or less

By Grace Barone | March 27, 2022

Dating in college can be difficult for a variety of reasons. One obstacle college students may face is having a lack of funds. It's hard having a job while being a full-time student and with the price of almost everything getting hiked up recently, going...

Austyn Menk (from left) plays piano, Morgan Turner plays string bass, Kirby Fellis plays trombone and Noah Brooks plays drums in a jazz quartet (Zohair Khan | Northern Star)

Ukraine Benefit Concert brings community together

By Daija Hammonds, Managing Editor | March 27, 2022

DeKALB — NIU President Lisa Freeman started off Friday’s Ukraine Benefit Concert with a speech about people coming together to support communities abroad before introducing the first performance of the night.  The concert was hosted by the NIU...

NIU Jazz Orchestra and Jazz Ensemble hosted their first concert of the semester on Oct. 6 in the Boutell Memorial Concert Hall. (Madelaine Vikse | Northern Star)

NIU School of Music to host Ukraine Benefit Concert

By Madelaine Vikse, Editor-in-Chief | March 24, 2022

DeKALB – As the war in Ukraine drags on, students and faculty at NIU are looking for ways to help those affected. The NIU School of Music will be hosting a Ukraine Benefit Concert from 8 to 9:30 p.m. Friday to encourage individuals to donate to aid...

The DeKalb Public Library, 309 Oak Street, hosts a variety of workshops and events open to the public (Madelaine Vikse | Northern Star)

DeKalb day planner: March 26

By Grace Barone | March 24, 2022

With the weather warming up in DeKalb, there are more things to do around town. This Saturday, DeKalb has some events and concerts happening. Here’s some of what’s going on if you’re looking for ideas on how to spend your weekend.   Rock painting...