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Upcoming events: Week of Jan. 20

By Northern Star Staff | January 20, 2020

Wednesday•Free Weekly Wednesday Crate Climb: From 6 to 7 p.m. Wednesdays in the Rec Center, students can participate in crate climbing, according to the NIU events calendar.Thursday•Byers Brewing Company Open Mic: From 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Thursdays...

Oscar nominations lack diversity

By Jacob Baker | January 20, 2020

The highlight of the 2010 Oscars was when female director Kathryn Bigelow took home a total of six awards for her film “The Hurt Locker” and became the first woman to win best director. In 2010, the academy featured diversity in it’s selections,...

Art exhibit showcases faculty, staff artwork

By Jamie O'Toole | January 16, 2020

DeKALB — Composed of several events, a month-long exhibit at the NIU Art Museum will feature lectures and presentations from art and design faculty and staff. At their individual events, the featured faculty and staff will showcase their artwork and...

‘Underwater’ sets scary tone for new year

By Jacob Baker | January 15, 2020

At the bottom of the ocean, no one can hear you scream.In a month known for bad horror films, “Underwater” delivers on a concept explored many times before in an effective and enjoyable way through great creature design, good performances and earned...

Mock Trial uses classroom experience

By Parker Otto | January 13, 2020

DeKALB — Mock Trial takes students from the classroom to competitions, allowing them to compete in real-world law scenarios.Members of Mock Trial begin their journey in POLS 419. This course determines who will compete in the mock trial club competitions,...

Midcoast not defined by genre

By Sam Malone | January 12, 2020

DeKALB — In an ornate house, down some carpeted stairs and into a basement with Beatles posters plastered on the walls, Marshall amps stacked in corners and cords haphazardly strewn about, four musicians from distinctly differing backgrounds come together...

Final Star Wars movie brings satisfying end to an era

Final Star Wars movie brings satisfying end to an era

By Parker Otto | January 6, 2020

After 42 years, the “Skywalker Saga” of episodic “Star Wars” films comes to an end with the recent release of “Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker.” While the film has flaws, “Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker” is a satisfying film that ends...

Taylor Swift, who plays. Bombalurina in "Cats", arrives Sunday at the 77th annual Golden Globe Awards at the Beverly Hilton Hotel.

‘Cats’ disappoints audiences

By Parker Otto | January 6, 2020

Squirting lemon juice in one’s eyes would be a more pleasant experience than watching “Cats.” This computer generated hairball will make dog lovers feel proud of canines and cat lovers feel ashamed. “Cats” is a cinematic blunder that shouldn’t...

Holiday playlist

Holiday playlist

By Jamie O'Toole | December 23, 2019

Restaurants open Christmas Eve and Christmas Day

By Jacob Roushia | December 23, 2019

DeKALB - During the holiday season, people have a lot on their plate, and a few restaurants across DeKalb have sought to help families.Restaurants Open on Christmas Eve and DayOne of the locations include, IHOP. People  can take their families out to...

Family pajama sets are a popular holiday tradition

By Parker Otto | December 23, 2019

DeKALB — During the holiday season families across the nation engage in numerous traditions, including making certain foods and watching holiday films. One tradition that has been gaining more ground within the past several years has been that of families...

Festive events bring the holiday spirit to DeKalb

Festive events bring the holiday spirit to DeKalb

By Jacob Roushia | December 17, 2019

DeKalb - Organizations including NIU’s Supportive Professional Staff Council, the Egyptian Theatre and The DeKalb Public Library will host festive events throughout December.Supportive Professional Staff CouncilNIU’s Supportive Professional Staff...