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What to expect for the rest of winter

What to expect for the rest of winter

By Debbie Allen and Quentin Brown | January 31, 2024

Victor Gensini, associate professor of the department of Earth Atmosphere and Environment, discussed the drastic weather shifts this winter has brought so far and explained the science behind them.

Freshmen Haley Zampella (from left), sophomore Jocelyn Harbeck, senior Alyssa Al-Ashari, freshmen Natalie Ziebell and NIU gymnastics Head Coach Sam Morreale stand in front of a red and white wall. NIU gymnastics reflect on the season so far and discuss goals. (Ron Anderson | Northern Star)

NIU Gymnastics gears up toward rest of the season

By Ron Anderson, Videographer | January 30, 2024

NIU Gymnastics coach Sam Morreale, junior Isabella Sissi and senior Alyssa Al-Ashari reflect on their experiences in the NIU gymnastics program and discuss their hopes for the rest of their season.

Angelina Padilla-Tompkins (left), Anna Scanlan and Sarah Rose sit around a table. The second episode of “StarNotes” discusses Sarah J. Mass and her catalog of published and upcoming work. (Anna Scanlan | Northern Star)

StarNotes: A Huskie media podcast – Sarah J. Mass, preparing for new ‘Crescent City’

January 26, 2024

In the second episode of StarNotes: A Huskie Media Podcast Anna, Angelina, and Sarah discuss all there is to know about Sarah J. Mass before the release of her new "Crescent City" book on Jan. 30.

After a defensive rebound early in the game, senior forward Harvin Ibarguen (23) navigates around University of Toledo redshirt freshman forward Javan Simmons (1). Ibarguen spent four minutes and 14 seconds in play during the first half of the game Tuesday. (Tim Dodge | Northern Star)

IN PICTURES: Huskies extend losing streak, face ice-cold loss

By Tim Dodge, Photo Editor | January 24, 2024

DeKALB – Tuesday's Men's basketball game was a chance for the Huskies to break their losing streak before hitting the road for their next two games. The team was defeated by Toledo 89-73.

Crumbl baker, Ariana Cantu, packs a 12-pack box of cookies for a customer Friday. The cookie store opens at 8 a.m. Monday through Saturday, closing at 10 p.m. from Monday to Thursday and at midnight for the rest of each week. (Rachel Cormier | Northern Star)

IN PICTURES: Community catches craving for Crumbl Cookies

By Rachel Cormier, News Reporter | January 21, 2024

DeKALB – Residents of DeKalb and the surrounding area welcomed Crumbl Cookies to the community during the store’s grand opening Friday. Customers packed into the storefront to be among the first to taste the location’s first six-cookie menu...

Angelina Padilla-Tompkins (left), Anna Scanlan and Olivia Zapf sit around a table. The first episode of "StarNotes" discusses the new Disney+ show, "Percy Jackson." (Anna Scanlan | Northern Star)

StarNotes: A Huskie media podcast – A “Percy Jackson” recap

By Angelina Padilla-Tompkins, Anna Scanlan, and Olivia Zapf | January 17, 2024

In the first episode of StarNotes: A Huskie Media Podcast Anna, Angelina, and Olivia discuss all there is to know about Percy Jackson before you watch – or continue watching – the new Disney+ show.

Freshman computer science major Sebastian Santellanes removes groceries from the trunk of his family’s car before placing them into a cart with other items Monday next to Stevenson Towers. Temperatures at Stevenson Towers were minus 4 degrees Monday afternoon. (Sean Reed | Northern Star)

IN PICTURES: Students face frigid move-in

By Sean Reed, Photo Editor | January 15, 2024

DeKALB – Subzero temperatures swept across Northern Illinois over the weekend as students returned to campus. Students hauled their possessions in carts over snow-covered curbs and icy sidewalks during the four day move-in weekend.