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IN VIDEO: Behind the scenes: Making a cartoon

IN VIDEO: Behind the scenes: Making a cartoon

February 7, 2024

In this behind the scenes video, Northern Star cartoonist Christa Kim goes through her process in creating the comic strip 'Just Dandy' and shows off some of her other work.

Everything you need to know about ATLA | StarNotes: A Huskie media podcast episode 3

Everything you need to know about ATLA | ‘StarNotes: A Huskie media podcast’ episode 3

By Anna Scanlan and Olivia Zapf | February 5, 2024

Anastasia, Denver, and Joseph teach Olivia the ins and outs of "Avatar: The Last Airbender." From the original show, to the movie and finally the upcoming TV adaptation, the crew gives a rundown on the key points of the franchise and fandom. Produced,...

The Trend: A Huskie pop-culture podcast | Austin McBroom, My Little Pony Infection and more

The Trend’: A Huskie pop-culture podcast | Austin McBroom, My Little Pony Infection and more

February 5, 2024

In episode 1 of "The Trend," Sarah and Brynn discuss happenings last week including Austin McBroom, My Little Pony Infection and more. They rank these pop-culture events to decide what's "in" and what's "out." Created by Sarah Rose and Brynn Krug |...

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 31, 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, Senior Photojournalist | 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.