Video games should be enjoyed as a fun hobby instead of being linked to creating violence among individuals. Individuals choose to be violent, and video games depicting violence have no influence as to whether individuals are aggressive or not. Just because...
No-Shave November is here, and it’s time we all participate – this month’s tradition isn’t just for cisgender men. Body hair activism is on the rise.
The human body has around five million hair follicles from head to toe, according to Better...
By Kahlil Kambui, Assistant News Editor
| October 31, 2023
In an initiative to end the opioid epidemic and stop overdoses, Northwestern Medicine distributed Narcan nasal spray, a drug used to prevent opioid overdoses, for Drug Take Back Day on Saturday. It's a great thing to see medical institutions playing an...
The final four months of the year, September, October, November and December, all come with their own special moments to look forward to. Seemingly rolling into each other, it is important to remember their individuality.
SEPTEMBER
September marks...
Ghosts are probably real
By: Olivia Zapf
Ghosts are real ... probably. The age old question of the existence of ghosts has mystified individuals worldwide.
With classics like “Casper the Friendly Ghost” and Slimer from “Ghostbusters,” it’s...
After weeks of planning, the costume is on, make-up is complete and trick-or-treating has begun. There is no age when a person should stop trick-or-treating or enjoying the festive season of the undead.
Chloe Steffel, a sophomore human development...
By Lexi Nebel, Opinion Columnist
| October 28, 2023
As Halloween quickly approaches, one of the first creatures that may come to mind alongside ghosts and witches are black cats, the beloved pet the world has come to love for their association with the holiday.
Black cats are common symbols of Halloween...
How did we go from carving turnips and frightening evil spirits to carving pumpkins and creating Jack-o'-Lanterns?
Halloween traditions, such as going around our neighborhoods asking for candy, dressing up in creative costumes and carving pumpkins...
By Lexi Nebel, Opinion Columnist
| October 27, 2023
Here's the link to our video of this week's street interviews to watch alongside our story on TikTok.
As the end of October creeps up, one of the most highly anticipated holidays on NIU’s campus approaches.
Halloween is an exciting time of the year...
By Lexi Nebel, Opinion Columnist
| October 25, 2023
The mullet can be seen sported by men and women alike, and when paired with the right face can actually be incredibly stylish. However, if not worn by the right person, this short in the front and long in the back cut is a fashion fail.
The mullet...
Students should join organizations on campus in order to enhance their college experience. Joining organizations in college can have numerous benefits for students, both personally and professionally.
The Student Government Association recently approved...
