Life can get extremely difficult, and we sometimes feel like it is too much to handle.That was the case with someone who I love more than anything and who helped me with my own depression. He struggled for so long, and I always begged him to get help,...
Start semester off stronger than everIt is time to abandon our winter break routines and apply ourselves to academics. This is not always an easy task.Re-adjusting to the scholastic routines we need in order to succeed can be stressful, but I assure you...
Tips on how to get through winterBeing prepared to tackle the cold is key to making it through the winter.Just last week, NIU was closed for two days due to extreme weather conditions. Although class was not in session, all of NIU’s facilities were...
See what events pass and fail as judged by Perspective Editor Shaz Sheikhali.PassCity helps spread info on new Ill. lawCity Council is taking the initiative to ensure gunholders are aware that, yes, they may now carry concealed firearms, but not on various...
Of the many Illinois laws that have been put into effect starting in 2014 — and the 40,000 state laws throughout the country — there are at least two students need to know.As of Jan. 1, using a cellphone while driving in Illinois without a hands-free...
Going back to school is no excuse to give up on your New Year’s resolutions, as using NIU’s resources can help you accomplish your goals.College life is notorious for its unhealthy eating and drinking habits.Although students can be intimidated by...
When the Northern Star returns in the spring, it will be with a plan for a bold new future.The changes we’ll make will be wide-ranging: The Star’s website, NorthernStar.info, will be updated throughout the day; staff members will be required to utilize...
The Northern Star Editorial Board believes having a formal student grievance system is an essential step in NIU becoming a student-centered university.The grievance policy, which is based on the system that mediates issues between faculty members, is...
Many students are usually on the brink of two letter grades in some of their classes as they enter finals.The stress that comes from this can be detrimental if it’s left unaddressed.No need to fret, though, as there are many things you can do to manage...
Gina LorussoI am a horrible test taker, but I’m really good at studying, so my main focus for preparing for my finals is to take practice tests if they’re available in my courses. If they aren’t available, I find similar ones on study websites.I...
Correction: There is no Reading Day this semester. Perspective Editor Danny Cozzi was referring to Dec. 6, the Friday before finals.Pass: Use Reading Day as you need to; study, sleep equally importantReading Day is probably the best idea NIU has ever...
’Tis is the season for giving, but holiday season and a college student’s funds don’t always mix.Don’t let the broke college student blues get you down. Instead of spending tons of money on things you can’t afford, try finding ways to stretch...
