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Northern Star

The Student News Site of Northern Illinois University

Northern Star

The Student News Site of Northern Illinois University

Northern Star

A group of friends enjoy cocktails, reaching out for a cheers. Here are the top summer drink deals in DeKalb. (Getty Images)

DeKalb’s top summer drink deals

By Caleb Johnson, Lifestyle Writer | July 6, 2025

Nothing says summer fun like cool drinks and relaxing atmospheres.   For residents 21 years and older, the DeKalb area has a fantastic variety of delightful cocktails, good beer, delicious wines and $3 mimosas – there's a little something for everyone.  Here...

A couple lovingly reads a book together in a library echoing Assistant Lifestyle Editor Rachael Swinson’s reflections on college love. (Getty Images)

Finding love in college

By Rachael Swinson, Assistant Lifestyle Editor | July 6, 2025

As we get closer to the upcoming school year, the excitement for the semester begins. Many students are excited to dive back into classes, parties, football and other sports and of course, new relationships – something that many freshmen may be excited...

Delta Chi tuggers enter the pit before their match against Phi Kappa Theta. Delta Chi advanced to the semifinals to face the defending champs, Sigma Nu. (Tim Dodge | Northern Star)

Gallery: Delta Chi victorious over Phi Kappa Theta

By Tim Dodge, Social Media Manager | April 9, 2025

A picture of a piece named "Archform Collection (selected)" sits on a pedestal. Shahrazad Motallebi's Code to Cast exhibition is available to the public. (Kahlil Kambui | Northern Star)

‘Code to Cast’ transforms algorithms into art

By Kahlil Kambui, Opinion Editor | April 8, 2025

In Shahrzad Motallebi’s “Code to Cast” art exhibition, Montallebi combines ancient metalsmithing traditions with modern technology to create 11 pieces that are influenced by her Iranian heritage. The exhibition was held from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m....

A photo of the Newman Catholic Student Center of DeKalb sits at 512 Normal Rd. From March 5 to April 17 Christians all over the world observe the 40-day period of Lent. (Ethan Quirk | Northern Star)

Lent paves the path to Easter

By Ethan Quirk, Lifestyle Writer | March 31, 2025

Preparation for something can be difficult, especially if someone has to give something up to deepen their connection with their religious beliefs. This is the sacrifice people make during Lent. Lent is a 40-day season, not including Sundays, leading...

The Islamic Center of DeKalb sits at 801 Normal Road and serves the local Muslim community by providing a place of worship. From Feb. 28 to March 29 Muslims all over the world observe the holy month Ramadan. (Northern Star Media)

Ramadan: How and why it’s observed

By Kahlil Kambui, Opinion Editor | March 18, 2025

From Feb. 28 to March 29, the month of Ramadan – a holy month and the ninth month in the Islamic calendar – is being observed by Muslims all over the world. It's a time of spiritual reflection and prayer. Halima Osman, the vice president of the...

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