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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

Opinion columnist Nanette Nkolomoni explained how students could benefit from a longer spring break. (Getty Images)

Fill in the Blank: Spring break is…

By Nanette Nkolomoni, Opinion Columnist | March 23, 2023

…Too short!  Spring Break comes at the perfect time. Right after spending the previous two weeks frantically studying for and taking nerve-racking midterm exams, spring break comes at the perfect time to be able to decompress. However, I wish...

CARTOON: March Winds

By Isaac Trusty, Cartoonist | March 23, 2023

Bees enjoy rolling around and playing with small toy wooden balls. (Cartoon by Amber Siegel)

Exploring entomology is crucial to understand insects’ emotions

By Lucy Atkinson, Opinion Columnist | March 22, 2023

Last fall, scientists at the Queen Mary University of London published a scientific report on bumblebee playing. Research that glances into the lives and minds of insects deserves more public interest.  According to the study, bumblebees were placed...

Multiple people holding phones with bright lights illuminating their face.

We rely on technology too much

By Emily Beebe, Opinion Columnist | March 22, 2023

In today’s world, technology has become an integral part of our lives by making our lives easier and more efficient. But it has also become something of an addiction. The convenience of technology is a big factor in why we have become so addicted....

Street Interviews: Who do you want to win March Madness?

By Nanette Nkolomoni, Opinion Columnist | March 21, 2023

DeKALB – With the National Collegiate Athletic Association’s (NCAA) March Madness Basketball tournament taking place, many are tuning into the tournament eager for their favorite team to win.  Tuesday, NIU students gave their thoughts on the March...

"Friends" actors (left) Jennifer Aniston, Courteney Cox, Matthew Perry, Lisa Kudrow, David Schwimmer and Matt LeBlanc sitting in a park during "Friends: The Reunion." The group was asked if Ross and Rachel were on a break during this conversation.

Poll: Were Ross and Rachel on a break?

By Angelina Padilla-Tompkins | March 21, 2023

A debate that has plagued the fans of the ‘90s sitcom “Friends,” is whether Ross and Rachel were on a break.  Ross and Rachel had an on again, off again relationship through the 10 season show. The first mention of the opulent taking a break...

The Patterson Hall East sits on an overcast Winter day. NIU's housing cost does not reflect its poor condition. (Tim Dodge | Northern Star)

NIU housing cost does not reflect dorm conditions

By Angelina Padilla-Tompkins, Senior Opinion Columnist | March 20, 2023

NIU housing has left students with broken elevators, surrounded by flooding and leaking. The housing cost needs to reflect the low-quality dorms.  In 2022, Patterson Hall East had three separate occasions where a pipe burst and students were affected...

CARTOON: Spring Forth

By Isaac Trusty, Cartoonist | March 19, 2023

A young woman scrolling through streaming options on her television. Each streaming service has its pros and cons, but which one is the best?

Poll: Which streaming service do you use most often?

By Emily Beebe, Opinion Columnist | March 14, 2023

In recent years, streaming services have become increasingly popular as people turn away from traditional cable television. With the rise of platforms like Netflix, Hulu and Amazon Prime Video, viewers are able to access a wider range of content on-demand...

Two wooden figures with a heart shaped hole in between them. Columnist Nanette Nkolomoni expresses that friends growing apart is a natural process.

That Time I… realized outgrowing friendships is normal

By Nanette Nkolomoni, Opinion Columnist | March 10, 2023

Friendships are something I value and cherish deeply. The feeling of being understood and having a confidant that not only respects you but is there for you through highs and lows is priceless. The first best friend I ever had, I met in the second-grade....

CARTOON: May flowers

By Isaac Trusty, Cartoonist | March 9, 2023

A researcher working on creating genetically modified organisms in a lab. Senior columnist Angelina Padilla-Tompkins and columnist Lucy Atkinson look at the pros and cons of having GMOs in our plants and foods.

Look Both Ways: Are GMOs good for us?

By Angelina Padilla-Tompkins and Lucy Atkinson | March 9, 2023

Genetically modified organisms (GMOs) are foods, animals and microorganisms that are changed genetically. It has been a long debate about whether GMOs are good or not, and many countries have even created laws to reflect those debates.  GMOs are not...

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