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An NIU police car parked on campus. NIU Police Chief Darren Mitchell is set to create a 3 year strategic plan.

Future NIU Police strategic plan to set modern-day policing criteria

By Abby Byer | April 18, 2022
Though not drafted yet, NIU Police Chief wants to create a strategic plan that will benefit the police force and community.

Vice President of Student Affairs candidate plans to increase student engagement

By Abby Byer | April 14, 2022
Fourth vice president of Student Affairs candidate Gary Dukes wants to get students involved by listening to the changes they want to see.
Sycamore City Council approved the purchase of  properties located at 474 N. Cross St. and part of lot 1002 on N. Cross St.

Sycamore City Council approves purchase for longtime leased NIU property

By Abby Byer | April 14, 2022
The City of Sycamore will be purchasing NIU properties that they have been leasing since 1998 that was used as the College of Engineering.
Members of UPI Local 4100, picketing outside of Altgeld Hall Wednesday after NIU officials ceased negotiations with non-tenured instructors earlier this month and have not begun bargaining talks with tenure faculty. Members of both non-tenure and tenure gathered around a table, which signified the university's absence from bargaining talks. UPI Local 4100 represents members of tenured and non-tenured track faculty at NIU, around 750 faculty are members of UPI, Local 4100. (Wes Sanderson| Northern Star)

NIU instructors, faculty picket after no-show contract negotiation

By Parker Otto | April 14, 2022

DeKALB – “Workers Unite, Workers Unite,” chanted a group of NIU instructors and faculty members who gathered in protest at 12:30 p.m. on Wednesday outside of Altgeld Hall. They carried posters and marched outside of the hall, demanding NIU meet...

Gary Dukes is currently Vice President for Student Affairs at Western Oregon University.

Western Oregon University Vice President for Student Affairs announced as fourth VP candidate

By Parker Otto | April 12, 2022
NIU will be holding an open forum for their fourth candidate for the Vice President of Student Affairs position.
Vice President of Student Affairs candidate Brian Fisher spoke Monday about how how he will take necessary steps to help students succeed.

Vice President of Student Affairs candidate plans to prioritize involvement

By Abby Byer | April 12, 2022
Third Vice President of Student Affairs candidate Brian Fisher wants to create a safe and inclusive environment
Mobile services will be held Monday April 18 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on the first floor of the Holmes Student Center.

HSC to host Secretary of State mobile services

By Northern Star Staff | April 11, 2022

The Holmes Student Center will host Secretary of State mobile services for the convenience of students and staff. At this event, you will be able to update your driver's license and/or state-issued ID card (renew, replace, correct), update vehicle...

Brian Fisher is currently the Associate Vice President of Student Engagement at Florida Gulf Coast University.

Florida Gulf Coast University Student Engagement VP announced as third candidate for Student Affairs VP

By Skyler Kisellus, Senior Sports Reporter | April 9, 2022
NIU will be holding an open forum for their third candidate for the Vice President of Student Affairs position.
Vice President of Student Affairs Clint-Michael Reneau spoke in April about how he will make tough decisions if that means students will succeed.

Vice President of Student Affairs candidate plans to help students thrive

By Abby Byer | April 7, 2022
Second Vice President of Student Affairs candidate Clint Michael Reneau will stay connected with students by attending events.
Current Dean of Health and Human Sciences Lynda Ransdell will be stepping down effective June 30.

Dean of College of Health and Human Sciences steps down

By Ally Formeller, News Reporter | April 7, 2022
After only a year, Lynda Ransdell will be stepping down as dean after June 30 to work at Boise State University.
President Lisa Freeman discusses potential program offered by Braven in collaboration with NIU at the Thursday Board of Trustees meeting. (Zohair Khan | Northern Star)

Braven Inc. prepares underserved students for job market

By Ally Formeller, News Reporter | April 7, 2022
Board of Trustees approved a new course that will give students the necessary skills to succeed in the job market
(left to right) graduate student Eric Cnus and Sareh Nerwell, first-year psychology major work in the Anderson Hall Communiversity Gardens, 520 Garden Rd. The gardens are open for volunteers every Wednesday.

Communiversity Gardens invites volunteers to learn about food production

By Ally Formeller, News Reporter | April 7, 2022
Volunteers can learn more about food production and farming practices at NIU's Communiversity Gardens with a wide variety of produce.