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Northern Star

Barrymore eats up the spotlight

By Tatianna Salisbury | February 27, 2017

If you can stomach innards, severed feet and irritating housewives, “Santa Clarita Diet” is a delicious bite of fresh comedy. It’s a lighthearted Netflix-original comedy series that’s sure to leave you craving more. Creator Victor Fresco, also...

Casting ignites controversy

By Sophia Phillips | February 27, 2017

The live action movie adaption of the Japanese anime, “Ghost in the Shell” has faced criticism for “white-washing” because Scarlett Johansson was cast as the main character of the film.The movie, which is set to release March 31, stars Johansson...

‘Arrival’ challenges science-fiction genre

By Tatianna Salisbury | February 23, 2017

Denis Villeneuve directs the Oscar-nominated science-fiction thriller, “Arrival,” a film that asks the deep and puzzling questions humanity fears to confront. Released in early November by Paramount Pictures, the film grossed an impressive $24 million,...

The Egyptian Theatre hosts the “Rocky Horror Picture Show” once a month during the school year giving students a total of seven chances to catch the show.

Egyptian revives ‘Horror Show’

By Hayden Perkins | February 23, 2017

The Egyptian Theatre hosts the “Rocky Horror Picture Show” once a month during the school year giving students a total of seven chances to catch the show.

‘Hidden Figures’ encourages women

By Tatianna Salisbury | February 23, 2017

Taraji P. Henson, Octavia Spencer and Janelle Monáe bring an untold story to fruition in “Hidden Figures,” the true story of three women who overcame obstacles and helped put the first astronaut into space. The film is nominated for two Oscars: Best...

Monochromatic looks appeared often at New York Fashion Week and students can easily replicate this trend.

New York Fashion Week inspires student looks

By Sophia Phillips | February 23, 2017

Monochromatic looks appeared often at New York Fashion Week and students can easily replicate this trend.

Internship prompts advice

By Sophia Phillips | February 20, 2017

DeKALB | In preparation for the Internship Fair on Tuesday and the Full-Time Job Fair on Wednesday, students may need to brush up on their knowledge of professional dress.Tèvita Manu’atu, a graduate student studying linguistic anthropology, said he...

Kristina Gaston plays Mona Lisa in the School of Theatre and Dance's studio production of "A Song for Coretta."

‘A Song for Coretta’ delivers connections

By Darius Parker | February 20, 2017

Kristina Gaston plays Mona Lisa in the School of Theatre and Dance's studio production of "A Song for Coretta."

Students showcase heritage

By Hayden Perkins | February 20, 2017

DeKALB — Present Perfect Modeling Organization has been a proud and meticulous student organization for the past 32 years, and they will be hosting a one-of-a-kind fashion show 7 p.m. Wednesday in the Duke Ellington Ballroom.“It’s about showcasing...

The Harmelodics, NIU’s all-female a cappella group, took home second place at the ICCA Great Lakes Quarterfinals and will advance to the Semifinals held in Chicago.

Harmelodics place second

By Hayden Perkins | February 16, 2017

The Harmelodics, NIU’s all-female a cappella group, took home second place at the ICCA Great Lakes Quarterfinals and will advance to the Semifinals held in Chicago.

Upcoming Events

By Northern Star Staff | February 16, 2017

A Song for CorettaThe School of Theatre and Dance will open its studio performance of “A Song for Coretta” at 7:30 p.m. Thursday in the Diversions Lounge. Tickets can be purchased online for $7, and the play will be running through Sunday. For more...