In recent weeks, one of the bloodiest conflicts of the 21st century has rekindled. The Democratic Republic of the Congo – not to be confused with the Republic of the Congo – has fallen into a new spiral of violence which has resulted from a conflict...
STUDENTS SHOULD HAVE UNLIMITED MEAL SWIPES
By: Gray Edelstein, Opinion Columnist
While in college, students juggle academic pressure, living on their own for the first time and managing their time. Adapting to a new environment and schedule is difficult...
The freedom to disagree was once the backbone of democracy. Now, polarization defines our nation's identity. We even create TikTok trends, like the viral Republican makeup, meant to further divide individuals by political parties.
The left and right...
It’s officially men’s Tugs season! Tugs started Monday, with seven different fraternities competing. The championship match is set to occur at 4 p.m. Saturday.
NIU students provided their thoughts on the Tugs season and gave advice for the tuggers.
Nathan...
When looking at the dining options at NIU, we must ask ourselves if they meet our needs: Are there enough healthy options? Are you satisfied with the food we receive?
As a vegetarian student at NIU, I am unsatisfied with the dining options. Personally,...
NIU’s spring Food Truck Wednesdays kick off this week. Students can try many food trucks – selling lemonade, tacos and more – throughout the month.
Which food truck at Food Truck Wednesdays is the best?
BURRITOVILLE
Burritoville offers...
By Habiba Kamel, Opinion Columnist
| April 6, 2025
The world has grown to be more and more divided. There are endless subjects that groups fight about on the basis of gender, race, sexuality and political beliefs. Throughout the years, there has been an increasing battle over the right for a woman to...
A recent decision by a federal court in the District of Columbia ordered the Department of Government Efficiency to comply with requests through the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA). United States citizens should FOIA for their personal information being...
Throughout life, people have a series of defining moments or lessons. They are fleeting compared to our long lifetimes, but they are key points that we will vividly remember years later as those that changed the direction of our destiny.
They...
TV SHOWS SHOULD NOT COVER ADULT TOPICS:
By: Emily Beebe, Opinion Editor
TV shows such as Euphoria and Bluey, while geared toward children and teenagers, tend to cover adult topics such as violence and infertility. While some people may find this...
