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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

Faculty Senate discusses proposed legislation that affects admissions

Faculty Senate voices salary concerns

By James Krause | October 5, 2017

DeKALB — Faculty Senate members have developed concerns about the implementation of a salary increase amid faculty contract negotiations.A report from one senator addressed the ongoing negotiations between the United Faculty Alliance, a union representing...

Faculty union seeks bargain for salary increase

Faculty union seeks bargain for salary increase

By Michael Urbanec | October 4, 2017
The above data reflects the amount of occurrences for various crimes at NIU’s DeKalb campus in 2014, 2015 and 2016. The data was collected for the 2017 to 2018 Annual Safety and Security Report, which is published in compliance with the Clery Act.

Clery Report shows drop in campus crime

By Morgan Fink | October 2, 2017

The 2017-2018 Annual Security Report released on Friday showed a trend of decreased offenses on the DeKalb campus.The report is required to be released under the Clery Act, a federal law which orders the disclosure of campus security policy and crime...

Wings may open soon for Stevens Building

By James Krause | October 2, 2017

DeKALB — The potential completion date for the Stevens building is set for the spring semester, though there is a new possibility for two wings of the building to be opened sooner.The redesign of the Stevens Building, located near Cole Hall in University...

Advocate wants an “ally” | DeKalb Rise Up seeks disability awareness

By Lindsey Salvatelli | October 2, 2017

DeKALB — Shamira Williams, who has cerebral palsy, said she’s thrilled about Disability Awareness Month because she thinks it will help call attention to some of the nuanced social issues faced by herself and others with disabilities.DeKalb Rise Up...

Pet of the Week: Oct. 2

Pet of the Week: Oct. 2

October 2, 2017

Owner: Sergio Nesti, business communications minorBreed: UnspecifiedPet’s name: BellaPet’s favorite treat: She’s not picky.Pet’s favorite activity: Sitting on yeti coolersDescribe your pet in five words: obedient, service dog, fast, loving

Third firearm incident this week, suspects still not captured

By Northern Star Staff | October 2, 2017

DeKALB | NIU Police Department officials responded to reports of shots fired at the 800 block of Russell Road Saturday evening, making for the third incident involving firearms this past week.No reported injuries resulted from the incident, to which police...

Retail and music venues to help reconnect NIU and city

By Jessie Kern | October 1, 2017

DeKalb and NIU officials are working to bring more foot traffic through the city by looking into different retail, socialization and community-enhancing spaces.The revitalization efforts come in the form of many initiatives, including the construction...

NIU and city to create public wifi

By Lindsey Salvatelli | September 28, 2017

The city council approved a project that will end students’ and residents’ search for free wifi connections in the downtown area.The project, approved Monday, will provide visitors access to free public wifi from Carroll Avenue to Fourth Street. The...

Members of the DeKalb and NIU community discuss concerns and needs of the community during a Wednesday community meeting for the Annie Glidden North Revitalization Plan. This meeting is part of phase one of the initiative. 

Phase 1 of revitalization: Community discusses issues and ideas

By Jessie Kern | September 28, 2017

Members of the DeKalb and NIU community discuss concerns and needs of the community during a Wednesday community meeting for the Annie Glidden North Revitalization Plan. This meeting is part of phase one of the initiative. 

Eat Wings, Raise Funds

By Northern Star Staff | September 27, 2017

Sigma Lambda Sigma will be holding a fundraiser until 11:30 p.m. tonight at Buffalo Wild Wings, 2466 Sycamore Rd. The fundraiser would be for the sororities’ philanthropy, Lamb’s Farm. All you have to do is mention Sigma Lambda Sigma or bring the...

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