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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

Participants adjust bikes to fit their measurements in demonstrating how to use the adapts-table bikes in the Health, Wellness and Literacy Center parking lot during the workshop Tuesday.

Autism Caregiver Group hosts first bike workshop featuring adaptable bikes

By Kierra Frazier | October 11, 2018

Participants adjust bikes to fit their measurements in demonstrating how to use the adapts-table bikes in the Health, Wellness and Literacy Center parking lot during the workshop Tuesday.

Timothy Killeen, University of Illinois System president, addresses the crowd Tuesday, in announcing the Illinois Innovation Network's partnership with NIU in the Barsema Alumni and Visitors Center.

NIU to build $22.9M research center for sustainability

By Jessie Kern | October 11, 2018

Timothy Killeen, University of Illinois System president, addresses the crowd Tuesday, in announcing the Illinois Innovation Network's partnership with NIU in the Barsema Alumni and Visitors Center.

Eric Kussin, the founder of #SameHere Movement talks about his experiences at an event organized by the NIU Counseling and Consultation Services Department on Tuesday in the Duke Ellington Ballroom of the Holmes Student Center. 

#SameHere Movement advocates for mental health conversations

By Courtney Ransom | October 11, 2018

Eric Kussin, the founder of #SameHere Movement talks about his experiences at an event organized by the NIU Counseling and Consultation Services Department on Tuesday in the Duke Ellington Ballroom of the Holmes Student Center.

 

WiFi issues cause campus-wide problems, students and teachers say poor connection affects learning

By Taher Zeitoun | October 7, 2018

DeKALB — Complaints regarding the university’s WiFi performance and consistency have been brought to light through voices of students and teachers.NIU provides wired and wireless connections for all buildings except for the Holmes Student Center....

Huskie Food Pantry plans to improve accessibility among students

By Sophia Mullowney | October 7, 2018

DeKALB — The Huskie Food Pantry hopes to improve accessibility for eligible students in the current academic year.Located in various spaces throughout the Chick Evans Field House, the Huskie Food Pantry operates from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Thursdays...

Students and faculty commend appointment of Freeman

By Sophia Mullowney | October 7, 2018

DeKALB — Following Lisa Freeman’s appointment as NIU’s first female president, women across campus shared their perspectives regarding the milestone.Freeman’s designation made her one of 89 women currently serving as a university president or...

STEMfest to start low-sensory hour

By Northern Star Staff | October 7, 2018

DeKALB — In efforts to become more inclusive, NIU STEMfest introduces low-sensory hour.STEMfest runs from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Oct. 27 in the Convocation Center, with low-sensory hour between 4 and 5 p.m.As an annual event, STEMfest is a celebration of...

Discover partners with NIU to create code_orange program

By Taher Zeitoun | October 7, 2018

DeKALB — NIU officials introduced its partnership with Discover Tuesday by unveiling the code_orange program space, which can be found in the lower level of the Founders Memorial Library.The word “code” refers to the focus on software development...

Diversity Reverse Career Fair offers potential job opportunities

By Kierra Frazier | October 7, 2018

DeKALB — The sixth annual Diversity Reverse Career Fair was held Wednesday with alumni keynote speaker Lauren Scott who is currently a co-host for Chicago’s Best on WGN.The Diversity Reverse Career Fair is an event meant to help students showcase...

Faculty Senate touches on tenure program and potential scholarship opportunities

By Fathima Siddiqui | October 4, 2018

The Faculty Senate met Wednesday to discuss issues concerning professors on track to tenure and proposed future scholarships, as well as approving other items on the agenda.Wendell Johnson, social sciences librarian, spoke on behalf of the United Faculty...

Send Silence Packing suicide exhibit to visit campus Thursday

By Northern Star Staff | October 1, 2018

DeKALB — NIU will be participating in Send Silence Packing, a traveling display exhibit,  Thursday in the MLK Commons.From 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., numerous backpacks will be displayed as a representation of the lives lost to suicide. The Active Minds exhibit...

Annie Glidden North Revitalization Plan moves into public comment period

By Northern Star Staff | October 1, 2018

DeKALB — The Annie Glidden North Revitalization Plan is entering a public comment period Oct. 2 through 19.The plan aims to improve the quality of living for residents by focusing on specific projects for the neighborhood, according to a Sept. 28 City...

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