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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

“Unseen: How I Lost My Vision but Found My Voice” written by Molly Burke sits on a table in the Founders Memorial Library. The book was published on Tuesday by Abrams Press. (Totus Tuus Keely | Northern Star)

Molly Burke’s ‘Unseen’: A story of finding her voice and strength

By Caleb Johnson, Lifestyle Writer | October 20, 2025

Voice is a powerful part of the human experience. Voice can be more than sound, it can become the sum of our shared experiences and is how we express ourselves. It reverberates throughout time, space and culture. "Unseen" is more than a book, it's...

Several decorated pumpkins lay in front of the DeKalb County Courthouse for the annual decorated pumpkin competition at the 2024 Sycamore Pumpkin Fest. This Weekly Writeup features several events including Pumpkin Fest, Family Weekend and more. (Northern Star File Photo)

Weekly Writeup: Casino, Japanese cuisine and family time this week

By Jonathan Shelby, Assistant Lifestyle Editor | October 19, 2025

In this Weekly Writeup, you can find events such as a special Japanese-themed dinner, the kickoff to Sycamore’s Pumpkin Fest, a casino night and more.  NIU JAZZ FACULTY RECITAL  Date and Time: 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Monday  Location: Music Building,...

The Julius Caesar poster is displayed on a wall in the Stevens Building. The play had run from Oct. 10 to Oct. 18. (Sofia Howell | Northern Star)

Shakespeare’s Julius Caesar brings a modern and captivating performance

By Cayden Wells, Lifestyle Writer | October 17, 2025

The lights of the Black Box Theatre fell, and a hush settled. But instead of trumpets, the thrumming, modern beat of Labrinth’s “Mount Everest” filled the theater. Through a haze of colorful light, Julius Caesar strode forth, an easygoing confidence...

A telescope sits in the Davis Hall Observatory. The telescopes amplify what they’re viewing based on how big an object is, how far away it is and how much light the object emits. (Ethan Rodriguez | Northern Star)

Davis Hall Observatory offers a glimpse into celestial phenomena

By Jonathan Shelby, Assistant Lifestyle Editor | October 16, 2025

Among the small number of ways to view interstellar events in Illinois, NIU is one location that allows its community to peer into the depths of space.  Sitting next to the East Lagoon, the Davis Hall Observatory serves as an educational resource...

A temperance card sits atop a pile of tarot cards. Tarot originated in 15th-century Milan, Italy, as a card game called tarocchi, played by the nobility for entertainment. (Cheryl Seguin | Northern Star)

3 card draw from local tarot reader

By Cheryl Seguin, Lifestyle Writer | October 15, 2025

If you’ve ever felt drawn to Tarot but didn’t know where to begin, October might be your moment. The veil is thin, the nights are long and the cards are waiting. We sat down with Shari Potter, co-owner of Séance at Tiffany’s, for an interview...

A graphic depicts a Spotify playlist titled "October tricks, treats and tracks." Check out the Northern Star Staff's favorite Halloween tunes. (Brynn Krug | Northern Star)

October tricks, treats and tracks

By Northern Star Staff | October 14, 2025

With leaves changing color and Halloween creeping in, listed are some of the Northern Star Staff's favorite tunes to listen to during spooky season.  AUSTIN LAMB’S PICKS Halloween – Mastodon Okay, You Can Be Tigers, But No Crashing –...

Trinity Balboa (left) and Shefali Sharma perform during Murder Medication's show Saturday at the Fargo Venue. The show, which began at 7 p.m., featured sets from three bands, No Better Today, Murder Medication and Take Care of Yourself. (Brynn Krug | Northern Star)

Illinois emo, alt-rock and indie bands collide at Fargo

By Sofia Didenko, Lifestyle Editor | October 13, 2025

Band tees, flannels and Converse were common sights Saturday night at Fargo Skatepark, where three Illinois rock bands brought a mix of emo, indie and alternative sounds to the venue inside the indoor skatepark and skateshop. The show, held from 7...

The Fashion Industries Organization's seasonal window in Wirtz Hall features two outfits surrounded by autumn leaves. Opinion Editor Kahlil Kambui ranks his favorite looks from Paris Fashion Week where top couture brands showed off their designs during the week of Sept. 29. (Grace Kilbreth | Northern Star)

Top 3 shows from Paris Fashion Week

By Kahlil Kambui, Opinion Editor | October 12, 2025

From Sept. 29 through Oct. 7, top couture brands around the world, from Hermés to Chanel, showed off their spring 2026 ready-to-wear selection. Here are some top shows from the many brands shown during Paris Fashion Week. 1. Maison Margiela  Glenn...

Senior economics major Fallou Dia (left) and senior computer science major Abril Morales celebrate with a high five during Huskie Trivia Night on Sept. 9 in the Huskie Den. The Trivia Night will be held again from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Tuesday in the lower level of the Huskie Den. (Northern Star File Photo)

Weekly Writeup: Horror movies, live music and dog costume contest this week

By Jonathan Shelby, Lifestyle Writer | October 12, 2025

In this Weekly Writeup, you can find events such as a horror film series, a trivia night, a performance by the School of Theatre and Dance and performances by the School of Music.  WIND SYMPHONY  Date and Time: 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. Monday  Location:...

Director Linc Smelser conducts the Kishwaukee Symphony Orchestra during Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart’s “Symphony No. 25 in G Minor” on Saturday in the Boutell Memorial Concert Hall in the Music Building. The KSO was joined with soloist Teng Li, principal violist of the Chicago Symphony Orchestra, during “Viola Concerto” composed by Béla Bartók. (Totus Tuus Keely | Northern Star)

Kishwaukee Symphony Orchestra performs works by Mozart, Bartók, Stravinsky

By Jonathan Shelby, Assistant Lifestyle Editor | October 12, 2025

On a cool October evening, the works of classical composers followed by the faint sounds of cheers and applause echoed from the Music Building.  The performers in question, the Kishwaukee Symphony Orchestra is a non-profit orchestra made up of community...

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