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Isabel Tapia, (left) a senior double major in journalism and Spanish, and Lidia Marquez, a sophomore business administration major, watch as Chase, a licensed therapy dog, gets his belly rubbed by his owner Angela Kaminski on Wednesday in Counseling and Consultation Services. Chase the therapy dog visits campus twice a month in the Peters Campus Life Building. (Sasha Norman | Northern Star)

FRIDAY FEATURE: NIU Students chill with Chase

By Sasha Norman, Photographer | November 30, 2023

Violinists Riley Farrell (left) and Jordan Weiss ,violist Elianna Nielsen and cellist Hannah Sheridan are a part of the Ravel Quartet. They performed at the Founders Memorial Library Thursday, playing pieces by Maurice Ravel. (Josephine Dunmore | Northern Star)

String quartet performs classical music at Founders Memorial Library

By Josephine Dunmore, Photojournalist | November 30, 2023

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‘All-Star: A Huskie Sports Podcast Episode 31’ – NIU sports wins out the week and the Corey Perry rumors

By Ethan Gonzales, Alex Crowe, and Anna Scanlan | November 30, 2023

On this episode of All-Star, Sports Editor Ethan Gonzales and Assistant Sports Editor Alex Crowe rave about NIU sports' unbeaten week and discuss Kyle Davidson's response to the Corey Perry contract termination with the Blackhawks. https://open.spotify.com/episode/4Fk84LPh4uSu0SIGFa3Jo1?si=0b4e8ddd031d440b This...

Dancers showcase strong emotions as they sit in a split position while performing “ROOT: Mwanza wa mwili ni roho” on Wednesday. Admission is free for NIU students, with tickets available for purchase online for residents and NIU faculty. (Sasha Norman | Northern Star)

IN PICTURES: Fall Dance Concert’s sneak peek

By Sasha Norman, Photographer | November 30, 2023

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‘2 girls with a mic’: Black Friday shopping, concert safety, and Fortnite

By Joey Trella, Sarah Rose, Alex Crowe, and Anna Scanlan | November 28, 2023

In episode 9 of "2 girls with a mic," Digital Managing Editor Joey Trella and Lifestyle Editor Sarah Rose sit down with Assistant Sport Editor and co-host of "All-Star: A Huskie Sports Podcast," Alex Crowe. The trio talks about black friday shopping...

International students, instructors and their families line up and fill their plates at the “International Thanksgiving Dinner” event Monday in the Duke Ellington Ballroom within the Holmes Student Center. The event was hosted by the International Student and Scholar Services from 5:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. and served a spread of traditional Thanksgiving staples, beverages and deserts. (Sean Reed | Northern Star)

Monday Moment: International Thanksgiving Dinner

By Sean Reed, Photo Editor | November 26, 2023

Redshirt freshman wide receiver Dane Pardridge runs up the field during NIU football win over Western Michigan on Nov. 14. The Huskies earned bowl eligibility in Saturdays win over Kent State. (Tim Dodge | Northern Star)

Football escapes Kent, clinches Bowl eligibility

By Zack Rodriguez, Sports Reporter | November 25, 2023

DeKALB – A triumphant 37-27 victory over Kent State University (1-11, 0-8 MAC) on Saturday catapulted NIU football (6-6, 5-3 MAC) into postseason eligibility after missing out last year. NIU is bowl-bound for the 15th time in school history and...

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‘2 girls with a mic’: Thanksgiving chaos

By Joey Trella, Sarah Rose, Michael Mollsen, and Anna Scanlan | November 20, 2023

In episode seven of "2 girls with a mic," Digital Managing Editor Joey Trella and Lifestyle Editor Sarah Rose sit down with News Editor Michael Mollsen to talk Thanksgiving traditions, shows and movies, and food. Rose also gives a preview on her movie...

The setting sun covers Williston Hall in an orange glow with colored trees in front. The sun sets now at 4:30 p.m., marking the return of winter. (Josephine Dunmore | Northern Star)

TUESDAY TRIBUTE: Sun sets over Williston Hall

By Josephine Dunmore, Photojournalist | November 20, 2023

A pumpkin sign of Wessels Family Farm is attached to a wheelbarrow on the front lawn of Wessels Family Farm Market. Starting this week, Wessels Family Farm Market, located at 2023 Sycamore Road, will begin selling Christmas trees. (Tim Dodge | Northern Star)

Monday Moment: Thanksgiving at Wessels’ Family Farm Market

By Tim Dodge, Senior Photojournalist | November 19, 2023

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‘All-Star: A Huskie Sports Podcast Episode 30’ – How we became All-Stars

By Ethan Gonzales, Alex Crowe, and Anna Scanlan | November 16, 2023

On a special episode of All-Star, Sports Editor Ethan Gonzales and Assistant Sports Editor Alex Crowe talk about their journey to becoming the sports editor duo at the Northern Star. https://open.spotify.com/episode/14NH0UQUegvhNgA5TeB1Vy?si=Wo6qFa0uQIG2Yvt2bBxHZg This...

A row of desks leads to the windows of a classroom on the third floor of Reavis Hall. Reavis Hall is home to the English department. (Sean Reed | Northern Star)

FRIDAY FEATURE: Chairs of Reavis Hall

By Sean Reed, Photo Editor | November 16, 2023

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