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Pet of the Week: Scooter

By Northern Star staff | April 1, 2016

Owner: Sophomore nursing major Rachel ShaplandWhat is your pet's name? ScooterWhat kind of animal is your pet? BeagleWhat is your pet's favorite treat? Anything he isn't supposed to have.What is your pet's favorite activity? Looking for food.Describe...

Art Museum to open new art deco exhibition

By Northern Star staff | April 1, 2016

The Art Museum will open an exhibition suite centered on the Art Deco period Thursday, according to an Art Museum news release.The exhibition suite will show the energy, glitz and glamour of the Art Deco period, according to the news release.There will...

Black Student Union uses annual showcase as recruitment tool

By Alexis Malapitan | March 31, 2016

The Black Student Union hopes to use its annual Rep Yo Org showcase as a recruitment and retention tool for freshmen.Rep Yo Org is a showcase sponsored by BSU. At the event, different black organizations showcase what their organization is about. This...

Style Guide: Spring Fashions

By Jay Ibarra | March 31, 2016

Favorite similar trends are making small changes in patterns, color and length this year.Off the shoulderThis trend channels one of the best decades of all times: the ‘80s but with a western festival inspired twist. This is going to be an experimental...

Beats from the Street: March 29

By Northern Star staff | March 29, 2016

Here's what some NIU students had on their playlists this week.Kourtney Kurps, freshman rehabilitation services major, said her favorite song is “Cruise” by Florida Georgia Line.“I love country music because I find it really calm and relaxing but...

Pet of the Week: Diesel

By Northern Star staff | March 28, 2016

Owner: Junior sociology major Justice BlytheWhat is your pet's name? DieselWhat kind of animal is your pet? Great daneWhat is your pet's favorite treat? PopsiclesWhat is your pet's favorite activity? Going for car rides.Describe your pet in five words: Gentle...

“Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice” was released Friday and stars Ben Affleck as Batman and Henry Cavill as Superman. The film’s actors seemed to really commit to their roles in the film, which led to an entertaining and action packed experience, according to columnist Alexis Malapitan.

Affleck, Cavill don’t disappoint in ‘Batman v Superman’ film

By Alexis Malapitan | March 28, 2016

“Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice” was released Friday and stars Ben Affleck as Batman and Henry Cavill as Superman. The film’s actors seemed to really commit to their roles in the film, which led to an entertaining and action packed experience, according to columnist Alexis Malapitan.

Zayn album exudes emotion

By Jay Ibarra | March 28, 2016

After leaving One Direction, Zayn Malik released his first studio album “Mind of Mine,” which has an emotional and tasteful sound.“Mind of Mine” was released Friday and all eyes are on Malik after he made his exit from the five-part boy band....

Health not defined by size, weight

By Samantha Keck | March 24, 2016

Many people do things based on opinions from friends or something they may have seen on TV. Whether its a new way to diet or exercise, we sometimes make these decisions based off stories we’ve heard. Here are some myths to put to rest so you don’t...