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The Best Places to Hang Off Campus

By Ashley Hines | October 18, 2018

Most NIU students live in DeKalb or in surrounding areas of the town. There’s a decent amount of things to do on campus, but what about off campus? That's where students need to look to spice up their hangout sessions. My favorite place to go is Common...

Knitting DIY: Fall Scarf

By Sarah Lalond | October 16, 2018

It’s that time of year when the weather turns cooler and stores can’t decide if they’re celebrating Halloween, Thanksgiving or Christmas. As the jeans and boots are being dragged out from the back of the closet, accessorize your fall look by adding...

Happy National ‘I Love Lucy’ Day!

By Abby Wisecarver | October 15, 2018

October 15 is National “I Love Lucy” Day, and it's only fair to compare this holy grail television show to college. Here are five times the iconic “I Love Lucy” was right about collegiate life. When your Professor says to turn in your homework...

Anthropology Department Chairperson Kendall Thu, President Lisa Freeman and others discuss the Stevens Building at the Grand opening Friday.

NIU School of Theatre and Dance host Stevens Building grand opening

By Sophia Mullowney | October 14, 2018

Anthropology Department Chairperson Kendall Thu, President Lisa Freeman and others discuss the Stevens Building at the Grand opening Friday.

U.S should be weary of nuclear insight from North Korea

By Chris Grask | October 14, 2018

North Korea is putting up a façade in front of the world, and Americans should not be buying into it. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo announced Monday that North Korea will allow investigators to view their nuclear sites. North Korea is holding an open...

‘Captain Marvel’ trailer provokes societal sexism

By Abby Wisecarver | October 14, 2018

The new “Captain Marvel” trailer sparked controversy over the acceptable amount of smiling female superheroes should display on the silver screen.Most Marvel fans were ecstatic after watching the trailer for “Captain Marvel” that dropped a few...

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6 Pen Brands to Make Taking Notes Fun

By Sarah Lalond | October 13, 2018

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Seven Considerations when thinking about joining Greek life

By Abby Wisecarver | October 12, 2018

For some people, joining a sorority or fraternity is the best part about their college career. Others pride themselves in never participating in it. Whether Greek life is for you or not, there are many considerations to think about before joining. So,...

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Make Home Feel a Little Less Far Away

By Sarah Lalond | October 11, 2018

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Clarence Clarity tries on new sound in ‘Think:PEACE’

By Tyler Neal | October 10, 2018

Clarence Clarity seems to be going in a new direction on their latest record “Think:PEACE,” sanding down some of their rougher edges and experimenting with more mainstream electronica influences to make their music more listenable.Released Oct. 4,...

Extend the Trend: Three Fall Makeup Trends

By Abby Wisecarver | October 10, 2018

Out with the bright lipsticks and in with the gold eyeshadows! There are bound to be many makeup trends that come with the changing of the season. Where beauty is concerned, makeup is constantly evolving. Here are three new trends that seem to be making...