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Delta Chi tuggers enter the pit before their match against Phi Kappa Theta. Delta Chi advanced to the semifinals to face the defending champs, Sigma Nu. (Tim Dodge | Northern Star)

Gallery: Delta Chi victorious over Phi Kappa Theta

By Tim Dodge, Social Media Manager | April 9, 2025

A picture of a piece named "Archform Collection (selected)" sits on a pedestal. Shahrazad Motallebi's Code to Cast exhibition is available to the public. (Kahlil Kambui | Northern Star)

‘Code to Cast’ transforms algorithms into art

By Kahlil Kambui, Assistant Lifestyle Editor | April 8, 2025

In Shahrzad Motallebi’s “Code to Cast” art exhibition, Montallebi combines ancient metalsmithing traditions with modern technology to create 11 pieces that are influenced by her Iranian heritage. The exhibition was held from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m....

Senior Ben Sluzas drives back to the Kishwaukee Country Club clubhouse from the second hole after finishing his second round. Saturday’s home tournament at the Kishwaukee Country Club was the first time NIU hosted a home meet at the club. (Totus Tuus Keely | Northern Star)

Gallery: NIU wins home golf tournament

By Totus Tuus Keely, Senior Photojournalist | April 7, 2025

Students dance between tables as blue lights shine down on them. The music played at Queer Prom was chosen through suggestion by students. (Kahlil Kambui | Northern Star)

Gallery: PRISM holds Queer Prom for LGBTQIA+ students

By Kahlil Kambui, Assistant Lifestyle Editor | April 4, 2025

A photo of the Newman Catholic Student Center of DeKalb sits at 512 Normal Rd. From March 5 to April 17 Christians all over the world observe the 40-day period of Lent. (Ethan Quirk | Northern Star)

Lent paves the path to Easter

By Ethan Quirk, Lifestyle Writer | March 31, 2025

Preparation for something can be difficult, especially if someone has to give something up to deepen their connection with their religious beliefs. This is the sacrifice people make during Lent. Lent is a 40-day season, not including Sundays, leading...

Senior second baseman Jenna Turner (4) hits a pop fly to left field that was caught for the first out of the first inning. NIU was unable to get their first base hit until the fourth inning. (Totus Tuus Keely | Northern Star)

Gallery: NIU loses to Ohio in softball

By Totus Tuus Keely, Senior Photojournalist | March 31, 2025

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