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Pass: Police clear up rumored threat, Fail: Elburn shuttle should run earlier

By Sabreena Saleem | September 28, 2015

PassPolice informed students that a social media post suspected of being a threat had no connection to NIU. “Y’all thought it was a joke last Friday,” a screenshot of the message read. “This time I’m not worried about the police.” The post...

Storify: Students React to Safety Bulletin

By Northern Star staff | September 24, 2015

Students react on Twitter after an off-campus robbery was reported to have occurred Wednesday night. DeKalb Police continue to investigate the incident.  [View the story "Students React to Robbery Safety Bulletin" on Storify] [<a href="//storify.com/NorthernStarNIU/students-react-to-robbery-safety-bulletin"...

Letter to the Editor: Tar sands should concern students

By Meryl Domina | September 23, 2015

There is growing concern that the pipelines carrying Canadian tar sands across the Midwest are not as safe as their corporate owners claim.Since two of these lines owned by Enbridge Inc., Line 13 and Line 61, come within three miles of NIU’s west campus...

InFocus: How can the Student Association better recruit students for the SA Senate?

September 23, 2015

Rachel ScamanThe Student Association Senate could recruit more candidates if it continues to make improvements to the election process.Moving to online voting and putting candidate profiles online has been the SA’s best idea when it comes to the elections....

InFocus: Today is World Gratitude Day. What are you grateful for?

By Northern Star staff | September 21, 2015

Abby Zaccaria, columnistOverall, I feel I am very lucky, and I have many things to be grateful for.I am grateful I have a family who loves me and who I can turn to if I am upset over something. I have good friends who I can confide in without being judged.I...

Pass: SA fixes mistake at open meeting, Fail: City smoking ban ordinance delayed

By Angela Pagan | September 21, 2015

Pass: SA fixes mistake at open meetingThe Student Association held an emergency meeting to correct a mistake in legislation, which shows good leadership and initiative. The number of senators who can be elected per district in the election policy was...

Quiz: News of the week

By Northern Star staff | September 18, 2015

From a false report of a robbery to a visit from Illinois Treasurer Mike Frerichs, a lot has happened this week in DeKalb. Find out if you've stayed informed by taking a quiz.

Students reacted to ministry members inappropriately

By Angela Pagan | September 16, 2015

A traveling religious group preached its harsh message in the Martin Luther King Jr. Commons this week, and NIU students responded strongly but inappropriately at times.A group called the Campus Ministry USA arrived on campus at 11 a.m. Tuesday and stayed...

Safety Bulletins send wrong message

By Northern Star Editorial Board | September 16, 2015

The NIU Police Department should place greater accountability on those who are accused of sexually assaulting others by examining the Safety Tips and Resources section in its safety bulletins.There was a reported attempted sexual assault Sept. 5 on West...

Letter to the Editor: City decisions need to be made swifty, correctly

By Bessie Chronopolous | September 13, 2015

Impropriety must be dealt with swiftly, and correct procedure should always be followed.Proper behavior and adhering to procedure are the foundation of good government. That is why a special meeting should be called immediately to clarify the events that...

A variety of healthy options served at Gilbert Hall.

Health: How to eat for your fitness goals

By Northern Star staff | September 10, 2015

A variety of healthy options served at Gilbert Hall.