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In this February file photo, Senator James Holmes grips a microphone during an SA senate meeting in the Holmes Student Center.

Student body must vote in SA elections

By Northern Star Editorial Board | April 4, 2019

The Student Association is holding special elections Friday after the first executive election left 22 empty spots in the senate and failed to elect a president. It is important students attend the election and vote.It is crucial students vote in the...

Precedent set with Ardern's activism

Precedent set with Ardern’s activism

By Ali Qazi | April 1, 2019

Leaders around the world need to step up in regards to gun laws and follow the example set by Jacinda Ardern, the prime minister of New Zealand. Arden has been recognized for her swift action regarding gun laws and for showing solidarity with the victims...

Letter to the Editor: Refocus SA

By Christine Wang & Rachel Jacob | April 1, 2019

Letters to the editor are the the author's opinion aloneAs alumnae, we would much prefer to allow our successors room to grow and lead. However, when unwarranted accusations of past misappropriations, bias and targeting surface past the ends of our terms,...

Fill in the Blank" My favorite part of spring is...

Fill in the Blank” My favorite part of spring is…

By Northern Star Staff | March 28, 2019

Northern Star Staff reflects on its favorite part of spring.Haley Galvin | Perspective EditorSpring is the time when the sun is out longer and the weather is warmer. Spring is one of my favorite seasons because everything that died during winter is now...

Survivors of sexual assault are not alone

By Haley Galvin | March 28, 2019

Every 92 seconds, a person experiences sexual assault, according to according to Rape, Abuse and Incest National Network statistics.Sexual assault is more common than people realize, and it is even more prevalent on college campuses. Compared to 18 percent...

SA supports act for scholarship funds

By Ali Qazi | March 25, 2019

The Student Association Senate has announced its support of the RISE Act, which will provide an amazing opportunity to students who aren’t able to support themselves throughout college, including undocumented immigrants.Students who are unable to receive...

Scandal brings to light inequalities in education

By Ashley Hines | March 25, 2019

The recent college admissions scandal highlights deep-seated issues of inequality in higher education. The opportunity to attend a university should be achieved through an impartial process — not given to the highest bidder.Federal investigators revealed...

Internet culture harbors violent behavior

By Northern Star Editorial Board | March 21, 2019

As we move through an age when what we see the internet has tangible effects on the real world, it’s important to keep in mind that internet hatred is real hatred and should be taken seriously.The March 15 terrorist attacks on the Al Noor Mosque and...

People need to care about gun violence

People need to care about gun violence

By Ashley Hines | March 18, 2019

There needs to be a change of attitude when dealing with the prioritization of drastic and progressive efforts and gun violence needs to top that list before it touches more lives.Six people were killed and six people were injured during the mass shooting...

Reporters should remain unbiased

By James Krause | March 18, 2019

Beat reporters do their jobs without bias, even if those beat reporters are students at the school they cover or professionals at the local newspaper.Just as much as college sports are a competition on the court, it is a rat race for schools to make their...

Good books that should be on your radar

Good books that should be on your radar

By Sarah LaLond | March 17, 2019

“Queer Eye: Love Yourself. Love Your Life.” by Antoni Porowski, Tan France , Jonathan Van Ness, Bobby Berk and Karamo BrownGenre: Self-Help BookCopyright Date: November 2018Synopsis: Follow the Fab Five as they take you behind the scenes of the Netflix’s...

Point/Counterpoint: wage hike

Point/Counterpoint: wage hike

By Ashley Hines | March 4, 2019

Gov. J.B. Pritzker passed legislation Feb. 19 to gradually increase minimum wage to $15 by 2025. This is the first state-wide increase since 2010. The perspective staff weighs in on the potential impact of the increase.Increase bodes well for part-time...