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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

Q&A with Beth Ingram, executive vice president and provost

By Noah Thornburgh | August 25, 2019

Dr. Beth Ingram was hired as the university’s executive vice president and provost in June. Her role oversees the office of Student Affairs, Institutional Effectiveness, and Human Resource Services. The following are excerpts of an interview with the...

Freeman discusses presidential goals, plans facility updates

By Noah Thornburgh | August 25, 2019

NIU President Lisa Freeman became an administrator on something of a whim, she said. After teaching at Kansas State University, the opportunity to shadow a K-State administrator arose — a possibility that had not been on her radar, she said.Two years...

Byers brewing to open for Corn Fest

By Noah Thornburgh | August 23, 2019

After a few delays, Byers Brewing Company is opening its doors for a limited time during Corn Fest, beginning Aug. 23.Byers Brewing Company, 230 E. Lincoln Highway, germinated in high school sweethearts Megan and Steve Byers’ kitchen in 2010 while they...

Hope Haven, 1145 Rushmore Drive, provides shelter, meals and life skill programs for those in need.

Community locations provide volunteer opportunities

By Noah Johnson | August 23, 2019

As students prepare for the school year ahead, many may seek volunteer work or internship opportunities for the sake of professional development or personal fulfillment.Students can find such opportunities at The Glidden Homestead, The Ellwood House or...

SA can give students life skills

By Kierra Frazier | August 23, 2019

Senior geology major Sabrina Self was recently elected to the position of Deputy Speaker of the Senate. She spoke with the Northern Star about her goals for the upcoming school year.Q: Why did you join the SA Senate?A: I joined the Senate to be more involved...

SA gets prepared for the fall semester

By Kierra Frazier | August 23, 2019

The Student Association has been gearing up over break for a successful academic year with plans to interact more with student organizations and create an effective communication plan between branches.The SA serves as the voice of the student body to...

Police to perform roadside safety checks

By Northern Star Staff | August 22, 2019

Illinois State Police will be conducting roadside safety checks late Friday into early Saturday at the ramp from Interstate 88 to Annie Glidden Road, according to a Illinois Department of Transportation media release.The release states officers will be...

University to reroute traffic for Move-in Day

By Northern Star Staff | August 22, 2019

Due to an expected increase in traffic as NIU students move into housing, the university will set up a detour 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Friday, according to a NIU release.Cars exiting Route 88 will be directed west onto Fairview Drive for 2 miles, north onto Nelson...

City parking changes to take effect August 29

By Northern Star Staff | August 16, 2019

The City of DeKalb will begin enforcing parking restrictions Aug. 29, according to a city press release. Until Aug. 28, vehicle users violating parking restrictions will be given a notice warning them of changing regulations.The amendments change most...

Files and folders sit on a desktop.

Former law students sues administration for alleged failure to provide accommodations

By Sam Malone | July 15, 2019

A former NIU law student is suing the College of Law, the Board of Trustees and individuals associated with the administration, alleging failure to accommodate special needs authorized by the Disability Resource Center.The complaint, filed by Krystal...

More protest signs

More protest signs

By Noah Thornburgh | July 15, 2019

More protest signs sit in front of the Memorial Clock. The event was organized by Cynthia de Seife, coordinator for Responsive Engagement Activating Civic Talent, a subgroup of DeKalb Stands.

Residents display signs

Residents display signs

By Noah Thornburgh | July 15, 2019

DeKalb community members stood on the corner of Lincoln Highway and First St. as part of the Lights for Liberty movement. Some passing cars honked their horns as they passed. Others shouted "Lock them up" or "Go Trump, Go" from their windows.

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