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Tails of the week

Tails of the week

By Courtesy Tails | November 4, 2019

Pleased to make your acquaintance. They call me Sir Snifferdoodle. I may have a fancy name, but I am far from it! In fact, I am a goofy, energetic young fellow who loves to rip it up in the yard with my dog pals. I've lived with older children and was good with them all. I also lived with a cat, and I never want to live with one ever again!! I'm house-trained, going to the door and barking when I need to go potty. Though I have a great time playing with other dogs, I am rather protective of my food with them. I am highly treat motivated and willing to learn new things. I hoping really hard to find a "furever" home very soon!

What students can do to prepare for winter weather

By Kyle Mathas | November 4, 2019

In the next 10 days, the weather in DeKalb could get as low as 23 degrees.Illinois residents know very well how cold it can get during the wintertime after a record-breaking winter last year. A polar vortex came in from Canada and left the state frozen...

Pet of the week: Zooey

Pet of the week: Zooey

By Courtesy Claire Dolan | October 30, 2019

Owner: Claire DolanName: ZooeyBreed: Border collie mixFavorite treat: Bananas and jelly beansFavorite activity: Playing with her stuffed weaselTraits: A baby, cautious, loving, snuggle bug, sweetheartTo submit a Pet of the week:Send a photo of your pet...

Students can go to college long after high school

By Jordan Radloff | October 30, 2019

NIU has a high population of post-traditional students. In the 2018-19 school year, there were 421 undergraduate students and 1,320 graduate students who were age 35 and older, according to the University Data Book. It is never too late to go to college...

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A first-hand account of living with depression

By Anthony Parlogean | October 30, 2019

“Stop feeling sorry for yourself,” I was told. “There are people far worse off than you.”The world is obviously full of suffering and misery, and someone complaining about feeling “blue” might come across as annoyingly frivolous, but it’s...

That time I... played at a Bear's halftime show

That time I… played at a Bear’s halftime show

By Jordan Radloff | October 28, 2019

I have had the opportunity to perform at many cool places in my musical career. Recently, I was able to play for one of the largest crowds yet when I performed with the Huskie Marching Band during the halftime show at the Bears Sunday. Performing at Soldier...

Students should prepare before registering for classes

By Kyle Mathas | October 28, 2019

When you think of registering for classes, you may be stressed out and afraid, but not anymore; here are the steps for successfully registering for classes for the spring semester.Meet with your adviserBefore you enroll, you may want to meet with your...

Associated Press File Photo: Actor Alec Baldwin, who is known for his mocking impersonations of President Donald Trump on "Saturday Night Live," speaks November 2017 at the Iowa Democratic Party's fall gala, in Des Moines, Iowa.

Political satire is an important form of media to understand

By Hunter Weston | October 27, 2019

“Live from New York, it’s Saturday Night Live!” This phrase has been said so many times by so many different people. It’s undisputedly a trademarked saying of our culture, and it’s almost instantly recognizable. “Saturday Night Live is more...

Internet and user privacy are important are the digital age of social media. It is imperative that users understand what they are agreeing to when signing off on the Terms and Conditions of a website.

Be sure to read privacy policies carefully

By Anthony Parlogean | October 27, 2019

In the 2011 South Park episode “HumancentiPad,” Kyle Broflovski, one of four main characters in the show, agrees to an Apple iTunes update without reading the user agreement. This leads to his forced participation in an experiment that parodies “The...

That time I ... lived in four different time zones

That time I … lived in four different time zones

By Anthony Parlogean | October 27, 2019

Nevada; Michigan; Texas; Arizona; Maryland; Illinois. These are all the states I have lived in throughout my 26 years of existence. Each state had its pros and cons, but the overall experience of living around the country has shaped who I am as a person:...

The Huskies run onto the field Oct. 5 at Huskie Stadium before a game against Ball State University.

Student-athletes bill needs to pass in Illinois

By Northern Star Editorial Board | October 24, 2019

The way student-athletes are compensated for their play is starting to change. California Gov. Gavin Newsom signed the Fair Pay to Play Act Sept. 30, which will allow student-athletes competing at state and private universities to sign endorsement deals....