College can be difficult; trying to juggle higher education, a job, extracurriculars, friends, family and time for yourself seems impossible at times. Parents and other adults who have gone to college often offer advice, but the scene has changed. Those...
“Steven Universe” was one of the most iconic cartoons of the 2010s. Although it ended over three years ago, the finale of “Steven Universe” left a sour taste in many fans’ mouths for a variety of reasons.
“Steven Universe,” created...
On Friday, the NIU School of Theatre and Dance opened a new adaptation of Karel Čapek’s “R.U.R.” under the alternate title “You Are You.” Written by NIU alumnus Matthew Yee and directed by Matt O’Brien of GreatWorks Theatre Company, this...
By Kyron Lewis, Lifestyle Writer
| February 28, 2022
Oftentimes writers and creators remain out of the spotlight for their popular fictional works. We gravitate to the characters on screen or the page and understandably so, but often we don’t truly take time to appreciate the hard work of the creator.
A...
There’s always a good time to read romance, whether you’re single or in a relationship, and they don’t have to always feature white characters. Here are five romance novels featuring Black main characters.
“The Proposal” by Jasmine Guillory...
Moving away for college in DeKalb, a town full of young people trying to figure out how to be an adult, can be an exciting time for many. For some, this might be the first taste of independence and freedom they’ve had. So, what’s the best way to prove...
A large part of the college experience is participating in things on and around campus. It can be especially difficult to get involved for those who live off-campus.
One of the trickiest parts of getting involved is that, for most people, it’s...
Weekly Spotify playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1uTBXVjrZNnDfCAjdn9RZZ?si=YbRtIHv6T8m38GNMBfxgvw
Madelaine’s picks
bôa - “Duvet - Acoustic”
Tame Impala - “The Boat I Row”
Major Murphy - “Come By Sunday”
Alternative...
By Quade Evans, Opinion Columnist
| February 25, 2022
“Avatar: The Last Airbender” is probably one of the most iconic cartoons to come out of the last 10 years. “Avatar: The Last Airbender” had an immeasurable impact on Western animation as a whole and re-evaluated the way we view cartoons and animation...
With spring right around the corner, you could be experiencing some cabin fever. If you’re among the people looking for something to do other than sit on the couch and watch the snow fall, here are some ideas on what to do this Saturday in DeKalb.
Skating...
With all of the options for TV shows and films to stream these days, it can be difficult to narrow one down and start watching. Instead of scrolling for an hour through a list, check out these picks on what some of us at the Northern Star will be watching...
This week’s advice column deals with the topic of feeling like you annoy people and how to avoid feeling that way as well as how to try to steer clear from feeling as if you annoy others.
Hello! Big fan of your advice column I’ve been reading every...
