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Photo Poll: Do you use the ETA Spot app?

By Northern Star staff | February 12, 2016

NIU began utilizing ETA Spot, an app available to iPhone and Android users, two weeks ago in replacement of the transportation section of the NIU app.The app offers tracking capabilities, route listings and messaging features. Read more at bit.ly/1TgvJdr.Students...

I fell in love with this picture. Rocky Balboa , portrayed by Sylvester Stallone, is a family name in my house. This poster felt so comfortable. (Price: $8.95)

Student Involvement and Leadership Development poster sale

January 26, 2016

I fell in love with this picture. Rocky Balboa , portrayed by Sylvester Stallone, is a family name in my house. This poster felt so comfortable. (Price: $8.95)

The Masks We Wear

By Anandh Raj | November 5, 2015

Freshman sociology major Marissa Cavazos shows the mask she completed at “The Masks We Wear” workshop conducted by the Center for the Study of Women, Gender and Sexuality on Wednesday at Reavis Hall. Masks and art supplies were provided for participants...

Style Section: Easy Halloween costumes

By Northern Star staff | October 28, 2015

If you've been procrastinating finding the perfect Halloween costume, fear not.Here's some simple and cute ideas to try that don't cost a fortune.Wonderful Witch by niunorthernstar featuring an adult costumeParlor black dress, $610 / Adult costume, $2.50...

Food Fridays: The Huddle DeKalb's hidden gem

Food Fridays: The Huddle DeKalb’s hidden gem

By Deanna Francis | October 23, 2015

There are many hidden gem restaurants in DeKalb, and if you aren’t actively looking for them, you might miss out. One of these local gems is The Huddle.The Huddle, 817 W. Lincoln Highway, offers gourmet burgers, all-beef hot dogs, wraps, hand-cut French...

David Sadkowski, sophomore theatre arts design and technology, uses the Anywhere Printer located in the Neptune computer lab.

SA task force to reduce paper printing

By Satta Kendor | October 22, 2015

David Sadkowski, sophomore theatre arts design and technology, uses the Anywhere Printer located in the Neptune computer lab.

Struthers: ‘It’s all about the students’

Struthers: ‘It’s all about the students’

By Rachel Scaman | October 22, 2015

Tim Struthers, Board of Trustees trustee, said his skills as a financial professional and life-long banker and his care for NIU set him apart from others.The Board of Trustees is the seven-member governing body of the university. Struthers fills a vacancy...