The majority of college students will experience living in a dorm, apartment or both. For students trying to figure out the best living situation, it can be difficult to figure out the positives and negatives of both before making a decision. Here are...

You’ve survived the school week! If you’re looking for something to do in DeKalb before your spring break plans, here are some ideas on what to do this Friday.  Visit the Ellwood Mansion DeKalb is rich in history. If you're interested in learning...

DeKalb County is home to very few Black-owned businesses. One of these is Common Grounds: Coffee, Tea, and Smoothies, 2180 Oakland Drive Unit B in Sycamore.  Owner Jeff Foster reopened in July 2016 and created a space with a vision for anyone to get...

Sitting in the student lounge of the Stevens Building, it’s nearing the end of the fall semester when Kaitlyn Cheng sits down for an interview. She’s very excited to talk about her work as she prepares to graduate in May. Some students at NIU are...

NIU has no shortage of dining hall options. All around campus, every NIU student has been to one of them at least once. But with so many different food options, it’s hard to know what the definitive best dining food is from each hall. New Hall’s...

Moving away for college in DeKalb, a town full of young people trying to figure out how to be an adult, can be an exciting time for many. For some, this might be the first taste of independence and freedom they’ve had. So, what’s the best way to prove...

A large part of the college experience is participating in things on and around campus. It can be especially difficult to get involved for those who live off-campus.  One of the trickiest parts of getting involved is that, for most people, it’s...

With spring right around the corner, you could be experiencing some cabin fever. If you’re among the people looking for something to do other than sit on the couch and watch the snow fall, here are some ideas on what to do this Saturday in DeKalb.  Skating...

Midterm season is quickly approaching, whether we like it or not. That means a lot of studying will take place and you will need a spot to hunker down and focus. Here are some of the best study spots on campus, and don’t forget your study essentials. Holmes...

Dining halls are an underrated piece of the social experience at NIU. They are located by their respective residence halls off the same name and are convenient for students who stay on campus. While there are other places to eat, such as Qdoba at the...

DeKALB — The DeKalb Public Library, 309 Oak St., will be hosting a register-only workshop on how to use Google apps from 2 to 3 p.m. on Monday. The course includes tips and tricks on how to grasp the basics of the mechanics of Google apps. With the...