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Signs outrageous

October 26, 1988

I am writing because of the outrageous posters that have been distributed around campus by SCOPA announcing the Oct. 20 appearance by Chief Justice Rehnquist. It referred to him as "Adolph" and encouraged students to go "show the politicians that we hate...

Some little known facts immortalixed in DeKalb

October 26, 1988

Columnist's note: This is the ninth in a series of occasional columns forcing upon you the author's arbitrary thoughts, worthless suggestions and thought-provoking questions. Muddy Waters Department: . The Suzuki Plan, which details future campus renovation...

What do you plan to do after graduation?

October 25, 1988

Oh no, it's started. And I am absolutely positive that there are people out there who will know and understand all too well exactly what I'm talking about. I did the road-trip-thing to South Bend, Ind. last weekend for the Notre Dame v. Air Force game...

Regents ignore publics’ right

October 25, 1988

The Board of Regents has a long history of showing no concern about how their actions are received by the public. However when the public has demonstrated a concern about the Regents' many misadventures in higher education, the Regents blame the messenger...

How to make sure home, sweet home stays that way

October 24, 1988

Speaking From the Bar When you and your roommates sit down for breakfast, is it so cold in your apartment you can see each other's breath when you speak? When you go into the kitchen for an early a.m. snack, do you catch hordes of roaches picnicking on...

Committee members’ reactions ironic

October 24, 1988

I am writing in response to an article that appeared in The Northern Star on Oct. 7 regarding the NIU parking committee. The article states that members of the committee were "concerned" and even "irate" about recent changes made in parking allocation....

Does the alcohol issue top students’ interest

October 24, 1988

I want to thank my psychoanalysts and therapists for discovering my problems of sub-conscious, deep-seated fears and frustrations. Many of my fans have have taken the time and thought to respond to a column I wrote concerning the allowance of minors into...

Cartoon not funny

October 23, 1988

Enough! If it were not for The Far Side, we would consider ceasing to read The Northern Star. Rodent Speak's attempt to make up for lack of humor and meaning by substituting vulgarity has, in our opinion, negated the redeeming qualities of the paper....

Rudeness no help

October 23, 1988

If you're like most people waiting for financial checks or information, you're fed up, getting impatient and thoroughly dissapointed with how inefficient and disorganized our financial aid system is. I don't blame you, since the system, like many programs...

Diversity necessary at NIU

October 23, 1988

I am writing in response to the lead story of the Wed., Oct. 19 issue of The Northern Star entitled "Counselors Leave Program" and the editorial entitled "Diverse Counselors Needed" which appeared in the same issue. I am concerned because not only were...

College no help

October 20, 1988

I realize that NIU is one of the top business schools in the state, but it's all based on academics. That's great, but what happens when a (potential) business student needs help or guidance? The people behind the counter in the business office say, "You...

Point being missed

October 20, 1988

Since Gretchyn's column on freshman all I have read are complaints. I think you people are missing the point. I don't think Gretchyn is making fun of them as much as with them. We were all freshman at one time and I'm sure all of us have some humorous...