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‘The (Curious Case of the) Watson Intelligence’ Q & A

By Ryan Janovic | September 25, 2017

*The following text has been edited for length and is not directly quoted.The School of Theatre and Dance kicks off their production season Sept. 27 with “The (Curious Case of the) Watson Intelligence” by Madeleine George. The play has an unusual...

‘Diamonds for Cash’ thrills crowd

By Sam Malone | September 25, 2017

Toe-tapping, hip-swinging music filled the Egyptian Theatre Saturday evening as the sounds of Neil Diamond and Johnny Cash swept through the audience, captivating viewers with ease.The first of several shows put together by Dynasty Entertainment and the...

New York Fashion Week hit the streets with a statement of strength and bold choices.

New York Fashion Week hints at new trends

By Cris Rojo | September 21, 2017

New York Fashion Week hit the streets with a statement of strength and bold choices.

Latin American students create a sense of community

By Haley Galvin | September 21, 2017

September is Hispanic Heritage month, providing a time for students to recognize their fellow Latino figures on campus and the role they play in providing a diverse and welcoming campus.Yvonne RodallegasLadies of Distinction coordinatorYvonne Rodallegas,...

“IT” remake contrasts original film with comedy and color

By Sofi Marcotte | September 21, 2017

It’s no secret that childhood fears have a tendency to stick with people, and “IT” makes those fears come to life for viewers in ways they could never imagine.Based on Stephen King’s 1986 novel, this remake received $218 million, according to...

Music tribute supports charity

By Sam Malone | September 21, 2017

DeKalb | Students who find themselves walking the line of boredom this weekend can clear their plans for 7:30 p.m. Saturday and head to the Egyptian Theatre to catch “Diamonds for Cash,” a Neil Diamond and Johnny Cash tribute performance dedicated...

Kishwaukee United Way’s Taste Event

By Northern Star Staff | September 20, 2017

Kishwaukee United Way’s Taste of the Vine has a new look and feel in 2017. The event will be from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. on Thursday, November 9 at St. Mary's Memorial Hall, 322 Waterman St. Taste: Bottles & Brews has expanded to include a craft beer...

Pita Pete’s sits at 901 Lucinda Ave. unit T., directly under the Village Commons Bookstore. From 10:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday through Friday and 11:00 a.m. to 9 p.m. Saturday, students can get a variety of healthy eats.

Food joints welcome walkers

By Ryan Janovic | September 18, 2017

Pita Pete’s sits at 901 Lucinda Ave. unit T., directly under the Village Commons Bookstore. From 10:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday through Friday and 11:00 a.m. to 9 p.m. Saturday, students can get a variety of healthy eats.

Indie films rise to the light

By Nathaniel Repay | September 18, 2017

While blockbuster studio films slumped at the box office this summer, a number of indie films performed much better than expected, highlighting the continuing rise of independent film-making and moviegoers' willingness to give these films a chance.“The...

Digital mediums change art

By Haley Galvin | September 14, 2017

DeKalb | “Objectifying the Photographer,” an exhibit featuring the modern forms of digital photography, is open now through Oct. 20 at the NIU Art Museum located in Altgeld Hall.“Photography has gone through a radical reinvention in recent history...

The National faces demons

By Nathaniel Repay | September 14, 2017

After a four-year break between albums, The National rises like a mythical phoenix with the Sep. 8 release of “Sleep Well Beast,” their seventh studio album. The new installment from The National is powerful, beautiful and haunting, all in one.These...

Fashionable sticky note calendar

By Victoria Lunacek | September 14, 2017

Staying fashionably organized is the goal of many college students as they juggle class schedules, work, internships and homework. Old fashioned calendars have long been the common way to keep track of those important dates, but they are about to become...