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Northern Star

One step in the right direction!

July 19, 1989

After all of the government criticism we've been hearing lately, with way too many ecological ‘accidents,' it's a nice change to hear about positive things the government is planning. And what's better yet, these are not just U.S. plans—they are plans...

‘Future of World Economics’

July 19, 1989

Mr. Clifford Luxion, business development manager for Wil-Freds Construction Company of Naperville, Ill., will lead a discussion entitled "Future Shock—The Future of World Economics" at 7 p.m. Thursday in room 156 of the Psychology-Math building. The...

Center can benefit everyone

July 12, 1989

Now that the approval of $10.4 million for a DeKalb County civic center is virtually certain, area residents can look forward to the opening of this long-awaited and much-needed local resource. Members of the DeKalb County Exposition Authority Board have...

Tax increase helps

July 12, 1989

As one of the more outspoken critics the past three years of the growing lag in state spending for public higher education in Illinois, I would like now to publicly and sincerely thank those Illinois legislators who voted responsibly last Friday to help...

Words offensive

July 12, 1989

The words of praise given by Northern's Athletic Director to his former associate are insults to the intelligence of those within the NIU community who are familiar with the "engaging personality, administrative skills, enthusiasm" and motives for resignation...

Aid might injure Polish reforms

July 12, 1989

Things are changing in Poland. At least that is what the public is being led to believe after parliamentary elections and gradual reforms seem to be slowly thawing the communist grip on an economically ravaged country. A government headed by party boss...

New Dances ’89 premiere

July 12, 1989

The NIU School of Art and School of Music with the Emergence Dance Theatre will premiere a dance for the Chicago Repertory Dance Ensemble's prestigious New Dances '89. The work will premiere with seven other dances in concerts scheduled for 8 p.m. Friday...

‘Proud’ comments

July 12, 1989

I cannot help but be astonished by the insensitive, looking down-the-nose stereotypes that oozed from the pen of Greg Rivara onto the pages of The Northern Star on June 28. Without further ado I ask why in the name of Leslie Holmes' de-clad tower does...

Points to consider before bringing new pet home

July 12, 1989

Gerrie Hayward, DeKalb County Animal Welfare League president, advises anyone thinking of bringing a new pet home to consider these points: Don't bring a pet home until you are certain you have enough time to take care of it. Students juggling school,...

Assistant director replaces Hammoud

July 5, 1989

An NIU women's interest group administrator will replace Vivian Hammoud as assistant director of affirmative action until the position permantly is filled in January. NIU President John LaTourette appointed Sharon Howard, University Resources for Women...

Summer fun can be safe

July 5, 1989

During the summer months, some of us like to relax with a cold one every now and then. Lately, however, it seems "now and then" has become more like all the time. The bars have been packed. We are not saying that everyone who likes to tip a cold one is...

The flag: a burning question

July 5, 1989

The First Amendment is a wonderful privilege, as most people certainly would agree. What people seem to have difficulty with is figuring out just what exactly it means. In Tianamen square, students cannot peacefully protest their government, and in the...

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