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Defensive specialist and libero Olivia Hogan attempting to limbo beneath a towel with members of the NIU volleyball team. The team played limbo while waiting for a challenge review in the first set of their match against South Dakota State Aug. 26. (Sean Reed | Northern Star).

DeKalb day planner: Sept. 17

By Nyah Nowakowski, News Reporter | September 14, 2022

If you are looking for something to do in DeKalb, here are some events happening this Saturday.  FAMILY WEEKEND TAILGATE Before the Huskie football game, come have some pregame fun in parking lot C3 near the Convocation Center. Tailgating starts...

The Pick Museum's current exhibit "Performing Southeast Asia" opened on Sept. 8.

The Pick Museum of Anthropology opens exhibit

By Caleb Johnson, Lifestyle Writer | September 13, 2022

Collaboration, harmony and revitalization are the defining principles of “Radical Verses of Hmong Revitalization” by Tou SaiK Lee.  On Sept. 8, NIU’s Pick Museum of Anthropology, in partnership with the Center for Southeast Asian Studies, opened...

The Egyptian Theatre, 1135 N. Second St., to host "The Big Sing" choir concert

The Egyptian Theatre to host ‘The Big Sing’ choral concert

By Laqes Davis, Lifestyle Writer | September 13, 2022

DeKALB — “The Big Sing” second annual choral concert has returned for an afternoon of music. There will be performances by professional, collegiate and high school level choirs, including NIU’s own Cor Cantiamo. The choral ensembles of DeKalb...

Fitness classes at the Recreation Center include dance fitness, indoor cycling and more.

Tips on how to fit a gym routine into your busy schedule

By Laqes Davis, Lifestyle Writer | September 12, 2022

Staying active as a college student is a great way to relieve stress after a long day of classes. The time spent engaging in physical activities can help with staying motivated throughout the semester. Exercise can increase focus and concentration. Having...

Communicating and hanging out with your roommate(s) is a good way to bond and form friendships.

How to build a good relationship with roommate(s)

By Daija Hammonds, Managing Editor | September 12, 2022

Now that the semester has started and you’ve settled into a routine, getting along with your roommate might be the last thing on your mind. Sharing a space with a stranger can be awkward, but take it one day at a time and use these tips to build a good...

The DeKalb Public Library is hosting a Microsoft Excel workshop at 7 p.m. on Oct. 24.

DeKalb Public Library to hold 3D modeling workshop

By Carlos Finney Jr., Sports Reporter | September 12, 2022

If you are interested in finding out what 3D printing is all about, there will be a workshop at the DeKalb Public Library to teach people how to use Blender, a well-known 3D modeling program used by artists and designers. You do not need to have experience...

Spotify logo on a computer with a blurry background.

Lifestyle’s weekly Spotify playlist #57

By Northern Star Staff | September 11, 2022

Weekly Spotify playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6LAnnUWBnzwq6SbIQqWx7u?si=1e87d3f6bd3446fa Daija’s picks John Mark Pantana - “On Your Mind” Phoebe Bridgers - “Waiting Room” Lizzy McAlpine - “doomsday” “On...

The DeKalb Public Library is hosting a DIY pumpkin wreath event on Sept.14.

DeKalb Public Library to host DIY pumpkin wreath event

By Kalesia Williams, Sports Reporter | September 11, 2022

DeKALB– The DeKalb Public Library, 309 Oak St., will be hosting a pumpkin wreath decorating program this year. The event will take place from 5 p.m. to 6:15 p.m. on Sept. 14 in the lower-level Zimmerman Meeting Room of the library.  The pumpkin...

Waka Flocka Flame and DJ Whoo Kid will perform at NIU's Homecoming on Oct. 1 (Donald Traill/Invision/Associated Press)

Waka Flocka Flame to perform at Homecoming, tickets on sale

By Madelaine Vikse, Editor-in-Chief | September 8, 2022

NIU’s Homecoming Concert this year will feature Waka Flocka Flame with DJ Whoo Kid. Tickets go on sale starting at 8 a.m. Friday for students and guests, as each student can bring one guest. Faculty and staff tickets will go on sale starting Sept....

Seniors Courtney Hollis (left) and Ladesa Jeffries (right) host a table for Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. at the CBS open house. (Nyla Owens | Northern Star)

Center for Black Studies highlights Black organizations on campus

By Kyra Johnson, Lifestyle Writer | September 8, 2022

If you’re looking to get involved in clubs or organizations this fall semester, there’s so much to look forward to on campus.  The Center for Black Studies hosted the Black Organization Exposition as part of their Open House on Aug. 25 located...

DeKalb’s 4th Annual Roar-In’ Car Show will take place from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday.

DeKalb day planner: Sept 10

By Nyah Nowakowski, News Reporter | September 7, 2022

Here are some events happening on Saturday if you're looking for something fun to do to celebrate the end of the first three weeks of classes.  ROAR-IN’ CAR SHOW Enjoy DeKalb’s 4th Annual Roar-In’ Car Show from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Admission...

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Film review: ‘Prey’

By Kyron Lewis, Lifestyle Writer | September 7, 2022

The “Predator” franchise has an interesting place in film history. The first film starring Arnold Schwarzenegger is cemented in pop culture history by the film’s memorable dialogue and the title creature itself, the Predator. After the first film,...