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Ruff Talk EP. 4: Coach Thomas Hammock

October 1, 2021

The crew is back as NIU football head coach Thomas Hammock joins the show to talk Huskie football, a Boneyard win and parking at Fatty's. The crew gets into the nitty-gritty about R Kelly, cat yoga and Homecoming Week.

Red Black Football Podcast (Week 4 vs EMU w/ Dillon Thomas)

Red Black Football Podcast (Week 4 vs EMU w/ Dillon Thomas)

By Northern Star Staff | September 29, 2021

The NIU Huskies moved to 2-2 on the season with an impressive victory 41-14 against the University of Maine last week. Junior quarterback Rocky Lombardi had three rushing touchdowns and the defense shut out the Black Bears in the second half. The homecoming...

Ruff Talk: Episode 3

By Northern Star Staff | September 26, 2021

The crew is back for the third installment of Ruff Talk. The team talks about the Gabby Petito story, IOS 15, parking on campus and the red carpet outfits from the MET and Emmy's. Northern Star faculty adviser Shelley Hendricks joins the show to talk...

Ruff Talk Ep. 2 : Controlled Chaos

By Northern Star Staff | September 23, 2021

Noah, Ally, Davione and the rest of the crew tackle mental health in school, swollen testicles and of course an insatiable love for Thai food. The team makes their case for the best dining hall food inventions. Don’t miss it.

Red Black Football Podcast (Week 4 vs Maine w/ Clint Ratkovich)

Red Black Football Podcast (Week 4 vs Maine w/ Clint Ratkovich)

By Northern Star Staff | September 22, 2021

The Huskies were outmatch against the highly-touted Michigan Wolverines, and the scoreboard showed it at the end of four quarters. NIU lost 63-10 after allowing eight rushing touchdowns and failing to produce anything consistent on offense. What can NIU...

Red Black Football Podcast (Week 3 at Michigan w/ Rocky Lombardi)

Red Black Football Podcast (Week 3 at Michigan w/ Rocky Lombardi)

By Northern Star Staff | September 15, 2021

After trailing by as many as 26 points, NIU had a potential program-record comeback denied in the last two minutes by the Wyoming Cowboys in a 50-43 loss. Thomas Hammock's team once again showed toughness and heart that won over fans at Huskie Stadium's...

Ruff Talk Episode One: Introduction & meet the squad

September 9, 2021

Welcome to Ruff Talk, the only podcast that's by the students, for the students. Join Noah Silver, Ally Formeller, Davione Barrow and Zak Ahmed as they talk about what's happening around NIU, the release of Drake's new album and the best hangover foods.

Red Black Football Podcast (Week 2 vs. Wyoming w/ Lance Deveaux Jr.)

Red Black Football Podcast (Week 2 vs. Wyoming w/ Lance Deveaux Jr.)

By James Krause | September 8, 2021

NIU opened the season with a 22-21 upset victory over Georgia Tech with a thrilling finish that came down to the final minute. A touchdown drive led by junior quarterback Rocky Lombardi ended with a successful two-point conversion thanks to a highlight...

Red Black Football Podcast (Week 1 @ Georgia Tech w/ James Ester)

Red Black Football Podcast (Week 1 @ Georgia Tech w/ James Ester)

By Northern Star Staff | September 1, 2021

A new football season has arrived again, and NIU is more than ready to wipe the slate clean after an 0-6 record in 2020. The Huskies third campaign under head coach Thomas Hammock begins this Saturday in Atlanta when NIU faces the Georgia Tech Yellow...

An aerial view of Stevenson Towers, 420 Stadium Drive W., and Grant Hall, 1250 Grant Drive N., on a clear fall night.

Capturing life at NIU

By Zulfiqar Ahmed | August 23, 2021

Pictured here are gems hidden to the unnoticing eye. There are plenty of things to do like bowl at the Huskie Den and jump across to the Chessick Practice Center. From the DeKalb sunsets to the hidden sculptures, take the time to stop and capture life...