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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

SGA Senate The Student Government Association Senate unanimously approved its first senator for the semester at Sunday’s meeting.

SGA appoints new chairperson for Organization Oversight Committee

By Jack Strunk | November 22, 2021

DeKALB — The Student Government Association Senate appointed the 2022 Board of Elections at Sunday’s meeting, along with appointing Senator Jacob Burg as the Chair of the Board of Elections. The Senate appointed the five members of the 2022 Board...

Redshirt senior running back Clint Ratkovich runs down the field during NIU's game on Sept. 11 at Huskie Stadium against Wyoming.

Ratkovich more than meets the eye

By Skyler Kisellus, Assistant Sports Editor | November 19, 2021

Calling redshirt senior Clint Ratkovich a running back doesn’t do him justice. Many have coined him as a “superback” who has made waves in his lone season starring in the offensive backfield for the Huskies. Ratkovich became the hero in Wednesday...

NIU to increase Latinx student population

NIU to increase Latinx student population

By Julio Ceja, News Reporter | November 17, 2021

DeKALB —  NIU is expected to have 19-24% of total undergraduates coming from Latinx backgrounds in the upcoming years as students and administration have taken measures on and off  campus to ensure resources and opportunities for Hispanic and Latinx...

The NIU men's soccer team poses with the Mid-American Conference regular season trophy after a 2-1 victory over Akron on Oct. 30, 2021. (Noah Silver | Northern Star)

Huskies draw Oakland in first round of NCAA Tourney

By Noah Silver, Sports Reporter | November 15, 2021

DeKALB — NIU men’s soccer was selected to play in the NCAA Tournament on Monday for the first time since 2011 and will host the Oakland University Golden Grizzlies 6 p.m. Thursday in the first round. The selection comes after the Huskies secured...

The Veterans Day flag pole ceremony was held at 11 a.m. in Altgeld Hall, Room 315.

Veterans Day ceremony thanks members for their service

By Aidan Bengford and Yari Tapia | November 11, 2021

DeKALB — Nate Johnson, a veteran and NIU alumnus, spoke about his own struggles Thursday: getting his degree and overcoming the obstacles he faced right out of the military. Johnson was homeless and had to wait to attend NIU and continue to persevere...

The 1971-72 men's basketball team that knocked off fifth-ranked Indiana on Jan. 4, 1972. 50 years later, NIU and Indiana meet again in Bloomington, Indiana.

Huskies battle Hooisers 50 years after upset

By James Krause, Sports Editor | November 11, 2021

On the eve of what would be one of the most significant victories in NIU Athletics history, senior forward Jerry Zielinski and his teammates on the men’s basketball team are surprised by what they see as they exit Chick Evans Field House. On a cold...

Snow covers a road and trees.

Feelings on Midwestern winter after growing up in the South

By Janyce-Monique Johnson, Columnist | November 8, 2021

Illinois residents have grown accustomed to harsh winters and heavy snowfall, but my experience is different. Growing up in the South, I would dream of snow days, as all the kids would. We had seen plenty of movies like “Home Alone” and “The...

The volleyball team celebrates after scoring a point against Toledo on Oct. 22.

Huskies pick up sweep in Akron

By Waleed Alamieh, Sports Reporter | November 6, 2021

At a glance Huskies move over .500 with three games remaining NIU has won four of last six with MAC tournament approtching Freshman Atiemo continues to shine with dozen kills DeKALB — The NIU volleyball team won back-to-back games...

Head volleyball coach Ray Gooden coaches on his team during a Sept. 18 game against Wisconsin at Victor E. Court.

Volleyball swept by Ohio Bobcats

By Waleed Alamieh, Sports Reporter | October 31, 2021

DeKALB — With the Mid-American Conference tournament happening in less than a month, the volleyball team was unable to take sole possession of the sixth and final playoff spot after being swept in straight by the Ohio University Bobcats.  Huskies...

The DeKalb County Health Department.

DeKalb County reports 48.8% of residents are vaccinated

By Northern Star Staff | October 30, 2021

DeKALB — The DeKalb County Health Department announced Friday the number of positive COVID-19 cases increased to 12,610 and 51,868 county residents are fully vaccinated, 49.80% of the county population. Among those who’ve tested positive for the...

The NIU volleyball team celebrates after a kill against WIU on Aug. 27. The Huskies record now sits at 11-11.

NIU sweeps Golden Flashes at home

By Carlos Finney Jr., Sports Reporter | October 29, 2021

DeKALB — The Huskies won a conference matchup against the Kent State University Golden Flashes in a clean sweep, winning the match 3-0. In the first set, Kent State took a slight lead with a score of 10-8. The Flashes widened their lead to four with...

A woman watching a scary movie.

5 horrible horror movies

By Janyce-Monique Johnson, Columnist | October 29, 2021

As Halloween approaches, you may find yourself browsing various streaming services for a good horror movie. If you happen upon the movies on this list, I urge you  not to watch them. Beware: Here’s a list of five bad horror movies. 1. The Human...

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