Skip to Main Content
Advertisement
 
Ensure student journalism survives. Donate today.
The Student News Site of Northern Illinois University

Northern Star

The Student News Site of Northern Illinois University

Northern Star

The Student News Site of Northern Illinois University

Northern Star

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, Columnist | 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, News Reporter | 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...

Father and daughter alumni Stan Valiulis and Lindsey Valiulis Fleischhauer created Totes Babies, which allows parents to shop with babies in a non-stressful way. BuyBuyBABY is one of many retailers that sell the product.

Alumni win big on ‘Shark Tank’ for Totes Babies business

By Elisa Reamer, News Editor | April 10, 2022
Two NIU alumni went on "Shark Tank" in 2020 and now own a successful business, Totes Babies. Their product can be purchased in stores or online.
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, Sports Reporter | April 9, 2022
NIU will be holding an open forum for their third candidate for the Vice President of Student Affairs position.
A pair of hands holding paper kidney cutouts.

Five-time organ recipient featured in IL Secretary of State campaign

By Northern Star Staff | April 8, 2022

Illinois Secretary of State Jesse White revealed a new ad campaign featuring Phillip Hanks, a five-time organ recipient who received all five organs from the same donor. The campaign marks the beginning of National Donate Life Month in April. “Phillip’s...

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, News Reporter | 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, Columnist | 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, Columnist | 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, Columnist | April 7, 2022
Volunteers can learn more about food production and farming practices at NIU's Communiversity Gardens with a wide variety of produce.
Gayle Ward is a candidate for Vice President of Student Affairs and shared during an open forum on Monday.

Vice President of Student Affairs candidate plans to support students

By Abby Byer, News Reporter | April 5, 2022
Gayle Ward is the first candidate for the Vice President of Student Affairs position and create engaging leadership opportunities.
A photo of the Altgeld Hall building.

NIU ranks on best value college list, DeKalb ranks as a top college town

By Ally Formeller, News Reporter | April 5, 2022
NIU is voted number eight on the top 10 list of best value colleges in Illinois and the City of DeKalb is voted number 30 of best college towns.

Sign In

Register

Reset Password

Please enter your username or email address, you will receive a link to create a new password via email.