Getting involved on campus has changed my life by giving me enriching experiences, valuable skills and the ability to overcome obstacles.
I started my university experience at The University of Texas at El Paso, and my first semester there was very...
In 2001, DreamWorks Animation created a meticulous, incredible masterpiece that would win the hearts of many lives. This gem of a series is none other than “Shrek.” With 2021 marking Shrek’s 20th anniversary, it’s time to give the films their...
Representatives from Public Sector Search and Consulting conducted two listening sessions from 6-7 p.m. Sept. 8-9 via Zoom to gather student input about what attributes the next NIU chief of police should possess. Outside of the two hosts and one guest,...
Even though the beauty standard is being challenged every day, the idea that one deserves better treatment and more advantages based solely on their level of attractiveness is still prominent in our society, and it is problematic.
I was scrolling through...
For years, the only parking options for students living in residence halls were the orange parking lots near New Hall and Grant and Stevenson Towers, meaning that residents of Neptune and Gilbert Hall had to park in lots which made accessing their vehicles...
As an Illinoisan who’s used to flat plains, the hills of Appalachia are quite a sight. But the lovely environment of a small town called Shanksville will forever be remembered infamously by the tragic events of Sept. 11, 2001.
In July, my family...
As Halloween approaches, grocery stores start filling their displays with seasonal candy, candy corn included. Most customers ignore these displays and opt for something sweeter.
But candy corn is the perfect seasonal treat.
The biggest gripe...
Note taking sucks; it’s slow, tedious and easy to miss exactly what the professor said. Taking the time to write your notes by hand, though, is actually how you learn— not with a blank page of Google Docs in front of you.
With laptops being...
Mental illness has been brutally stigmatized within society. Because of this, many people live without fully acknowledging their mental health concerns. However, there have been greater efforts put into education on mental health concerns via the internet....
Joining a sorority can be scary, nervous and exciting all in one. For me, joining a sorority was actually surprising. Coming to NIU, I never thought I would be a part of such an amazing sisterhood.
In the second semester of my sophomore year, I got...
I was 14 when I first had symptoms. According to the Lupus Foundation of America, symptoms of Lupus develop in mostly women of ages 15-44.
Symptoms began in 2013 when I was in the 8th grade. I had a presentation in English class, and I was nervous....
As students adjust to in-person classes and interact with people in real life, it’s only natural to make up for all of those lost socialization opportunities. One activity friends and family can do together is tabletop gaming. While other elements of...
