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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

A bridal party poses with flowers. For columnist Angelina, being maid of honor is an experience that she will always cherish.

That time I… was maid of honor

By Angelina Padilla-Tompkins, Columnist | March 10, 2022

My eldest sister was married in the fall of 2018. Months prior my youngest sister and I were asked to be her maid of honor. She came over one evening with two blue Gatorades, one for my youngest sister and one for me. A tag was strapped to it with a ribbon...

Movie clapper board on dark background with copy space.

The Academy is insulting to filmmakers

By Parker Otto, Columnist | March 9, 2022
The Academy has decided to needlessly pander to get back viewers.
Listening to music while doing schoolwork is very common among college students.

Unpopular opinion: Listening to music while studying is too distracting

By Ally Formeller, Columnist | March 8, 2022
Listening to music while studying is not for everyone.
Sad, unhappy and tired woman and man thinking, feeling confused.

We have lost the ability to listen

By Angelina Padilla-Tompkins, Columnist | March 8, 2022
We live in a world where any conversation we have has the potential to escalate into something bigger.
Unpopular Opinion: Kanye's Stem Player isn't ridiculous

Unpopular Opinion: Kanye’s Stem Player isn’t ridiculous

By Derek Bos, Columnist | March 5, 2022
Kanye's streaming gadget is not as far-fetched as people may think.
NFT CryptoArt display in art gallery with people using smart phones and digital tablets.

NFTs are for imbeciles

By Parker Otto, Columnist | March 5, 2022
People selling NFTs are the new snake oil salesmen from the Old West.
AP FILE - United States' Megan Rapinoe, left, and her teammate Alex Morgan, right, react after winning the Women's World Cup final soccer match between the United States and The Netherlands at the Stade de Lyon in Decines, outside Lyon, France, Sunday, July 7, 2019. U.S. women soccer players reached a landmark agreement with the sport’s American governing body to end a six-year legal battle over equal pay, a deal in which they are promised $24 million plus bonuses that match those of the men.

US Women’s Soccer lawsuit is too late to the game

By Ally Formeller, Columnist | March 4, 2022
The federation’s argument was not only wrong, but blatantly sexist. 
The Rocky Horror Show in action on February 18, 2022 at the Egyptian Theatre.

That time I… was a Rocky Horror cast member

By Parker Otto, Columnist | March 2, 2022
I danced my heart out on stage in front of hundreds of people.
Editorial: Diversity at NIU must be reflected throughout

Editorial: Diversity at NIU must be reflected throughout

By Northern Star Editorial Board | March 2, 2022

Editor’s Note: The Northern Star Editorial Board feels that its current makeup of editors does not allow for the board to accurately speak on topics of race. For this editorial, the Editorial Board voted to hold a session consisting of just Black staffers...

Your hometown doesn't have to define you

Your hometown doesn’t have to define you

By Angelina Padilla-Tompkins, Columnist | March 1, 2022
You cannot allow your hometown hold you back from achieving your greatest potential.
A cashier stands at the register. During the pandemic, grocery stores were often a hectic place.

That time I… worked during a shutdown

By Angelina Padilla-Tompkins, Columnist | March 1, 2022

March 13, 2020. It was my senior year of high school and rumors were circling the school about a complete shutdown possibly happening. Of course, everyone was excited at the possibility of no school, but we never imagined how serious it would get.  2:54...

A tray of cupcakes lays at the desert section of New Hall Dining.

Students deserve healthier food options

By Derek Bos | February 27, 2022
Limiting a health-conscious student to a salad bar some days is cruel and unusual.

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