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Super Saiyan 4 Goku prepares to fire his x10 Kamehameha wave as electricity crackles around him. The new trailer for "Dragon Ball: Sparking! ZERO" showcases characters from the "Dragon Ball GT" series. (Bandai Namco Entertainment under Fair Use)

‘Dragon Ball: Sparking! ZERO’ builds excitement with ‘GT’ characters

By Jonathan Shelby, Lifestyle Editor | September 20, 2024

The best “Dragon Ball” game of our generation is right around the corner, and with the recent announcement of “GT” characters included in the game, excitement for “Dragon Ball: Sparking! ZERO” has never been higher.  On Sept. 12, a trailer...

Four fun events for Family Weekend

By Myles Germany, Lifestyle Writer | September 20, 2024

With parents coming in from all across the state and country, students and families are looking for new ways to enjoy their time on campus. NIU welcomes all families to join their students in many exciting events for Family Weekend. FAMILY WEEKEND...

A group of students march on Normal Road while holding flags from different Latin American countries. To celebrate Latino Heritage Month, students can tie-dye shirts at the Latino Resource Center on Thursday. (Marco Alvarez | Northern Star)

Tie-dye for Latino Heritage Month

By Tyler Gordon, Lifestyle Writer | September 19, 2024

Stop by the outside of Latino Resource Center on Thursday to create a tie-dye shirt or tote with your personal flag colors. With over 20 different countries making up Latin America, this is a chance to represent your culture and wear it with pride. Located...

Students browse several fraternities’ and sororities’ tables Sept. 11 at the Involvement Fair. Involvement fairs are a good way to meet members of multicultural fraternities and sororities. (Ethan Rodriguez | Northern Star)

Multicultural fraternities and sororities create home away from home

By Brynn Krug, Editor in Chief | September 18, 2024

EDITOR’S NOTE: This video is Part 3 in a series about Greek Life. We have covered the IFC and Panhellenic Greek councils and will cover the Divine Nine.  If you’re looking to connect with fellow NIU students from your culture, joining a multicultural...

A poster for the Burning Cicada arts and music festival hangs on a wall. The festival will take place from 9:30 a.m. to 7 p.m. Saturday. (Brynn Krug | Northern Star)

Burning Cicada Festival welcomes DeKalb community

By Jonathan Shelby, Lifestyle Editor | September 17, 2024

The Burning Cicada Festival will return to embrace the DeKalb community this Saturday and invites you to check out some of their activities, guest speakers and food vendors.  From 9:30 a.m. to 7 p.m. Saturday in Hopkins Park, the annual Burning Cicada...

A large reflective sheet lays on the ground, creating waves on the two nearby walls due to the crafted tarnish on a quarter of the sheet. The art gallery is open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Thursday. (Totus Tuus Keely | Northern Star)

New exhibit plays with light, color

By Caleb Johnson, Lifestyle Writer | September 16, 2024

As you take your first step inside, light and color surround you. Your eyes open wide to take it all in.  These are but some of the feelings invoked by entering the new exhibit, “that which you fear, being a soul and unable to speak (for Louise...

One Helldiver poses closer to the camera while three other Helldivers celebrate in the background. Arrowhead Game Studios has slowly started to earn back player favor. (Sony Under Fair Use)

‘Helldivers 2’ fans optimistic for update

By Jonathan Shelby, Lifestyle Editor | September 16, 2024

“Helldivers 2” has been on a decline since the “Escalation of Freedom” debacle in August, however, Arrowhead Game Studios’ 60-day plan to regain community trust is looking better and better every day.  Announced last month, Arrowhead’s...

Bailey, a 6-year-old mixed breed dog, sits on the floor. Bailey is available for adoption at Tails Humane Society. (Courtesy of Tails Humane Society)

Tails’ Pet of the Week: Bailey

By Tyler Gordon, Lifestyle Writer | September 16, 2024

Looking for a friendly face to follow you through fall? Meet Bailey, a lovable 6-year-old dog searching for her forever home. Bailey is a fully spayed black and white mixed breed dog who would be most comfortable in a calm environment, preferably with...

Finance major Natalie Tananal (from left), biochem major Gabriel Chanthalagsy, alumni Robin Diamzon, and psychology major Nathaniel Nguyen are seen on stage performing. Boba Haus performs a fusion of hip-hop, Rock, R&B, and Indie Rock. (Brooke Schliephake | Northern Star)

Boba is in the Haus

By Tyler Gordon, Lifestyle Writer | September 15, 2024

The Huskie Den bustled with action as its stage welcomed the musical arts of an NIU student-led band, Boba Haus.  Formed in September 2023, the band was back on stage at 8:30 p.m. Friday boasting musical stylings with inspirations drawing from their...

The front of the Spirit Halloween store glows on a gloomy night. A Friday the 13th so close to Halloween is perfect to get you into the ghoulish season. (Ethan Rodriguez | Northern Star)

Friday the 13th, a ghoulishly good time

By Caleb Johnson, Lifestyle Writer | September 12, 2024

A chill fills the air as darkness creeps upon the land. Families lock their doors and hold their children close as that time draws nigh once more, Friday the 13th.  These are but a few of the feelings and actions those who suffer from friggatriskaidekaphobia,...

 A disc golf basket goal sits Wednesday afternoon at Prairie Park in DeKalb. The first hole of the disc golf course is a Par 3 that is 242 yards. (Jonathan Shelby | Northern Star)

Disc golf helps to de-stress

By Jonathan Shelby, Lifestyle Editor | September 11, 2024

College shouldn’t have students drowning in a sea of research papers and part-time jobs. It is important to remember to give yourself a break and have some fun every once in a while.  There are a plethora of outdoor activities students can engage...

James Earl Jones sits in a black chair. The beloved actor who died Monday will always be remembered for his iconic roles. (Courtesy of Wikimedia Commons)

Remembering James Earl Jones, the voice of Vader

By Skyler Kisellus and Brynn Krug | September 11, 2024

In the world of screen and stage, few voices, if any, are more iconic than that of the legendary James Earl Jones, whose deep, commanding voice rings familiar for generations of audiences. Jones, who passed away Monday at 93 years old, lent his voice...