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Students learn sign lanuage from members of Deaf Pride

Students learn sign lanuage from members of Deaf Pride

By Jaclyn Chopelas | September 10, 2014

Students participated in a free American Sign Language class hosted by members of NIU Deaf Pride. During this class, Deaf Pride President Abby Jeppson taught students how to sign numbers, the ASL alphabet and basic vocabulary. This class is held every...

Fifth Ward Alderman Ron Naylor

Fifth Ward Alderman Ron Naylor

By Jaclyn Chopelas | August 27, 2014

Fifth Ward Alderman Ron Naylor speaks at a Feb. 10 DeKalb City Council meeting. Naylor and 3rd Ward Alderwoman Kristen Lash will not seek re-election in April, but Naylor said he will work on expanding the DeKalb Taylor Municipal Airport and Lash said...

Construction consumes campus

Construction consumes campus

By Ryan Ocasio | July 20, 2014

The Stevens Building Annex, former home of the anthropology and theatre departments, undergoes demolition for renovations Monday. Only half of the building will be rebuilt while the other side will be revamped and updated. According to an NIU Today article from July 11, the Stevens Building Annex is 90 percent demolished.

Taiwanese students get taste of American culture

Taiwanese students get taste of American culture

By Nick Smith | July 13, 2014

Participants in the NIU International Education Camp, consisting of 26 students from the National University of Tainan’s Affiliated Elementary School of Taiwan, learn about American farming and agriculture Sunday at Cottonwood Stable, 5430 S. Malta Road. The students are visiting to immerse themselves in American culture, tradition and fun. On Saturday the students went to Six Flags Great America, and on Sunday they visited an American farm.

Trainers show off dogs at Greater DeKalb Kennel Club Dog Show

Trainers show off dogs at Greater DeKalb Kennel Club Dog Show

By Ryan Ocasio | July 6, 2014

Contestants inspect their dogs and prepare for judging during the Greater DeKalb Kennel Club Dog Show Saturday at the Convocation Center. The dog show included various breeds and groups of dogs, from sporting group to toy group. The dogs and their owners showed off general appearance, movement, temperament and physical traits for the judges.

Athletics’ upgrades, costs to be proposed in August

Athletics’ upgrades, costs to be proposed in August

By Northern Star File Photo | July 6, 2014

Huskie Stadium in 2011, when robotic cameras were installed to eliminate the use of aerial lifts and platforms when filming football practices. The Facilities Master Plan will determine the need for enhancements, upgrades or renovations to each individual sport and its facility.

Local vendors provide food at farmers market

Local vendors provide food at farmers market

By Precious Downey | June 22, 2014

Local vendors sell their products at Duck Soup Coop’s first community farmers market Friday at 129 E. Hillcrest Drive. Duck Soup Coop is a market that sells products such as grains, pastas and nuts. Duck Soup Coop partnered with DeKalb County Community Gardens this summer to provide the community with access to locally grown food.

Orientation days prepare incoming students

Orientation days prepare incoming students

By Ryan Ocasio | June 15, 2014

Steve Estes, director of the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences Advising Office, discusses the campus organizations and resources available to incoming freshman Friday during freshmen orientation in the Campus Life Building.

Letter shows NIU’s pension worries

Letter shows NIU’s pension worries

By Gavin Weaver | April 30, 2014

Alan Rosenbaum, University Council executive secretary, receives an award from NIU President Doug Baker during his last University Council appearance as executive secretary Wednesday in the Sky Room of the Holmes Student Center. University Council approved a draft statement addressing NIU’s pension worries.

Students wind down at De-Stress Fest

Students wind down at De-Stress Fest

By Alex LaBee | April 30, 2014

Ahmer Waseem, junior computer science major, builds with LEGOs during De-Stress Fest hosted by the Anthropology Museum.

Women learn awareness, self defense through class

Women learn awareness, self defense through class

By Alex LaBee | April 30, 2014

Senior psychology major Brooke Harris defends herself from her opponent, an NIU campus police officer in full protective gear, Wednesday in the Anderson Building during the Rape Aggression Defense program. The goal of the class is to educate women in case of an attack said Lesley Rigg, interim vice president for Research and Graduate Studies.

First- and Second-Year Office

First- and Second-Year Office

By Jaclyn Chopelas | April 22, 2014

Dee Garay, First- and Second-Year Experience clerk and office assistant, organizes paperwork Tuesday in Altgeld Hall, Room 100. The Student-Faculty Links mentoring program is provided through First- and Second-Year Experience. The program plans to integrate...