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Northern Star

The Student News Site of Northern Illinois University

Northern Star

The Student News Site of Northern Illinois University

Northern Star

Further concerns plague the Student Association Supreme Court from moving forward from elections

By DAVID THOMAS and JAMES TSCHIRHART | April 13, 2009

Ethical concerns prevented Student Association Supreme Court from meeting April 8 regarding the future of a student trustee position. Justice Aaron Funfsinn said he was unsure when the court could meet again. "An ethical complaint was lodged against one...

Students plan to spend summer volunteering abroad and at home

By DAVID THOMAS | April 13, 2009

For most students, summer marks a shift in priorities. Instead of hitting the books, students get summer jobs in an effort to earn enough money to last them until winter break. But summer is also when students undergo extended tours of volunteering. Take...

University Police Blotter: April 13

By NORTHERN STAR STAFF | April 13, 2009

April 9 At 8:42 a.m., University Police responded to a report of a domestic battery in progress at Grant South. When the officers arrived, the fight had ended. Investigation revealed both individuals were mutual combatants. One individual had more extensive...

Dr. Java always looks to help people

By DESMOND LAWE | April 13, 2009

Behind the bushy, graying beard that frames the gentle smile every customer receives, Michael Fitzgerald's passion burns bright. Fitzgerald, known as Dr. Java to the regulars at his coffee house, Java 101, 901 Lucinda Ave., has a storied past that influences...

Better posture can lead to better health

By JAMES TSCHIRHART | April 13, 2009

"Sit up straight!" A mom's advice on posture may have more bearing on NIU students as three weeks remain before final exams. Glenda Smith, an NIU instructor in the department of kinesiology and physical education, teaches posture education and relaxation...

Resources are available to aid students with final projects and exams

By KYLE NABORS | April 13, 2009

It's the Sunday evening before finals, and the anxiety is building as two lengthy research papers and multiple tests stare you in the face. Papers and projects stack on top of each other, leaving many students scrambling to complete everything on time....

NIU celebrates Indian culture

By AMANDA WALDE | April 10, 2009

Students from abroad will help bring a flare of cultural diversity to NIU. India Night will be a night to celebrate Indian culture that will be hosted by the Indian Students Association tonight Duke Ellington Ballroom at 7 p.m. Shashank Nalla, president...

Plans for Grant South computer lab in motion

By JAMES TSCHIRHART | April 10, 2009

NIU students living in Grant South residence hall next year may see their own computer lab in their future. The Residential Technology department under Housing and Dining, commonly referred to as ResTech, has been in talks to build a computer lab for...

Easter hops into town Sunday

By DESMOND LAWE | April 10, 2009

Today marks the second to last day that Christians have gone without some of their favorite treats. Thursday, referred to as Holy Thursday, was the last day of Lent. Lent is a period, which began on Feb. 25 and lasts until Easter Sunday, of fasting practiced...

University Police Blotter: April 10

By NORTHERN STAR STAFF | April 10, 2009

April 6 At 10:14 p.m., University Police responded to a report of two combative females at the Huskies Den in the Holmes Student Center. One of the females had broken a pool bridge. Friends, security and the responding officer separated the females. One...

Investigation continues for armed robbery in Neptune

By DAVID THOMAS | April 10, 2009

There are no updates in the armed robbery that occurred in Neptune East Monday. Lt. Todd Henert of the University Police said the investigation is ongoing, and that no arrests have been made. Although the robbery was allegedly done with a "black steel...

Sexual Assault Awareness demonstration held in King Memorial Commons

By MICHAEL BROWN | April 10, 2009

Seven people, four of whom were symbolically gagged, stood in the King Memorial Commons to show the "Silent Statistics" of rape and sexual assault Thursday. Safe Passage, Men Against Sexual and Interpersonal Violence, the Women's Resource Center, the...

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