Attendees of the annual D23, The Ultimate Disney Fan Event (previously known as Fan Expo), got a peek behind the curtain of the latest projects the Walt Disney Company has to offer.  D23 is an annual expo in which Disney highlights its upcoming plans...

EDITOR’S NOTE: This video is part 2 in a series about Greek Life. We will cover the Divine Nine and Multicultural Greek Councils. Formal recruitment is approaching quickly for Panhellenic sororities. For the five Panhellenic sororities with houses...

A shining star has faded; actress Maggie Smith died Friday at age 89.  The famed British actress had a long and prolific career that spanned generations. Her first movie role was in the 1956 film “Child in the House”, a movie about an 11 year...

EDITOR’S NOTE: This video is part 1 in a series about Greek Life. We will cover the Panhellenic, Divine 9 and Multicultural Greek Councils.  Greek Life is a staple of student involvement at most colleges, and NIU is no exception. Arguably the most...

Fontaines D.C. brings a rare sense of tonal versatility in their latest album, “Romance.” Beginning with a song of the same name, an eerie melody strikes the listener. The following tracks switch from down to Earth to eagerly energetic, ending with...

In college, one of the greatest challenges new and returning students struggle with is staying organized and keeping track of responsibilities.  As NIU transitions into a new semester and students return to wielding pencil and paper – or laptops...

Financial literacy consists of your knowledge of various financial skills and money habits, according to Investopedia. It also pertains to your understanding on how to earn, manage and invest money.  Developing your financial literacy helps create...

“Helldivers 2” has been one of the most controversial games of 2024 with a severe roller coaster of highs and lows that have given fans more than a few cases of whiplash.  From its astounding spike in popularity on launch rocketing past 140,000...

A back to school list is essential for the start of any school year, not just in K-12 but in college too. Bringing a backpack to class is an obvious must. You will need materials for class and may not have time to stop at your dorm or apartment to...

Sigma Nu was named NIU’s leading fraternity for leadership development on June 12. They received this recognition from the Center for Fraternal Excellence. The Theta Eta chapter aims to foster leadership. Members of Sigma Nu have held many leadership...

For those anticipating the next season of the Disney shorts incubator, Launchpad, applications for the third season have now opened.   Disney announced the opening via an Instagram post and revealed the deadline for entries is June 2.  Launchpad...

An ode to the stunt person, “The Fall Guy” follows stuntman Colt Seavers (Ryan Gosling) as he returns to stunt acting after a disastrous injury. Lulled into coming back by his on-screen counterpart Tom Ryder (Aaron Taylor-Johnson) and his agent/producer...