Despite what the warm weather may have you believe, fall is fast approaching. The time for crunchy leaves and apple cider donuts creeps ever closer. What shall we do in our limited free time to celebrate fall? One of the easiest ways to get into the spirit...

Editor’s note: This review contains spoilers about the show “Cobra Kai.” The legacy of the pop culture sensation “The Karate Kid” lives on in the stunning series “Cobra Kai,” now on its fifth season. “Cobra Kai” is now its own pop...

Untold: The Rise and Fall of AND1 (Netflix) “Untold: The Rise and Fall of AND1” is a Netflix documentary released on Aug. 23. The sports documentary is about three friends who bring a spotlight to street basketball.  These three friends Seth...

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...

Staying active as a college student is a great way to relieve stress after a long day of classes. The time spent engaging in physical activities can help with staying motivated throughout the semester. Exercise can increase focus and concentration. Having...

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...

NIU’s Homecoming Concert this year will feature Waka Flocka Flame with DJ Whoo Kid. Tickets go on sale starting at 8 a.m. Friday for students and guests, as each student can bring one guest. Faculty and staff tickets will go on sale starting Sept....

If you’re looking to get involved in clubs or organizations this fall semester, there’s so much to look forward to on campus.  The Center for Black Studies hosted the Black Organization Exposition as part of their Open House on Aug. 25 located...

The “Predator” franchise has an interesting place in film history. The first film starring Arnold Schwarzenegger is cemented in pop culture history by the film’s memorable dialogue and the title creature itself, the Predator. After the first film,...

It is Labor Day weekend and whether you’re out grilling or spending time with family, it can still be a good time to watch a show or movie. Here are some recommendations for the long weekend. The Cuphead Show! (Netflix) “The Cuphead Show!” is...

Editor’s note: This article is not sponsored by Canva and is not an endorsement from the Northern Star as an organization.  Canva, an Australian website, is known for its graph design and provides tools that can help create social media graphics,...

Enforcing healthy boundaries can be essential to sustaining a more peaceful lifestyle in relationships, school, work and self. Boundaries can be used to protect or put a halt to something that makes you uncomfortable. When placing these barriers, it warns...