In order to curb the increasing number of pedestrian accidents along Normal Road, city officials are planning to remove parking spaces and construct barriers designed to keep students from crossing outside of crosswalks. Ralph Tompkins, assistant director...

Computers could save lives for students willing to use the Comprehensive Health Enhancement Support System (CHESS) at the University of Wisconsin in Madison, according to a National On-Campus Report. The CHESS program is a computerized service that offers...

A runway extension is planned for DeKalb's airport as part of a major improvement program designed to upgrade safety and increase the airport's usage. Ron Naylor, director of DeKalb's Public Works Office, said the renovation of DeKalb's Taylor Municipal...

Students not following instructions for their graduate theses and dissertations has resulted in a backlog that might delay graduation dates. Ruth Rhoads, thesis and dissertation adviser, estimates she is three or four weeks behind in looking at the papers....

National environmental concerns about holes in the ozone layer, contaminated groundwater and decreases in landfill space will be addressed at the local level when concerned citizens gather at the East Lagoon this week. Student Association Sen. Mike Baltasi...

Human nature demands recognition. I guess that's why there are always so many award/recognition ceremonies during this time of year. And these gatherings are a nice way to show some gratitude to those who have busted their butts all year long. They're...

Student Association Senate Pro Tem Jaime Pennington resigned in protest Sunday after the SA Senate approved a resolution supporting a proposed constitutional bylaw eliminating elected officials from being appointed to a proposed staff position. Pennington...

The Anderson Hall Pool Natatorium will be closed during the summer so $55,000 in new light fixtures can be installed. Conrad Miller, administrator and support service project manager to the Physical Plant, said the present light fixtures have been in...

Canine heartworm disease is a serious and common problem in Illinois, but can be prevented easily if owners have their dogs tested and started on a prevention program in the spring. Dr. Don Fowler, veterinarian at the Fowler Animal Hospital in Sycamore...

"I have a test tomorrow and I still can't find the book anywhere." NIU book vendors have heard this complaint from students throughout the semester, in reaction to a so-called textbook shortage occurring statewide and nationwide. Richard Boardman, textbook...

BEIJING (AP) _The class boycott by Beijing university students demanding democracy has spread to the nearby city of Tianjin despite heavy pressure from local authorities, students in Tianjin said Sunday. They also said about 10,000 students from Tianjin...

The NIU Black Student Union will hold elections today for next year's executive board positions. Votes may be cast in the Holmes Student Center from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and are open to all NIU students. NIU junior Chris Obanner is running unopposed for next...