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Editorial: NIU isn’t as prepared for monkeypox

By Northern Star Editorial Board | September 3, 2022

NIU announced the first case of a student testing positive for monkeypox on Aug. 25. Yet, NIU isn’t taking student health as seriously as they should. The university should have a set plan for monkeypox, as they did with COVID-19. NIU has not...

NIU's game days have multiple steps to enjoying a game.

Huskie Stadium game day guide

By Tyler Murray, Sports Reporter | August 31, 2022

Big things are coming to Huskie Stadium this year! Football is back, and so are changes to our home stadium, and the Northern Star is here to give you the run down on it all. In regards to parking and tickets, there will be free parking at the Convocation...

Jim McKinzie was inducted into the NIU Athletics Hall of Fame three times.

NIU Athletics legend Jim McKinzie passes away

By Ethan Gonzales, Former Sports Editor | August 27, 2022

Northern Illinois University Athletics Hall of Famer Jim McKinzie passed away peacefully at age 90 in Sterling, Illinois on Aug. 8, 2022. McKinzie was inducted into the NIU Athletics Hall of Fame three times, once as an individual in 1992 and earlier...

What to bring to NIU sporting events

What to bring to NIU sporting events

By Skyler Kisellus, Senior Sports Reporter | August 21, 2022

With the 2022 fall sports season almost in full swing, it’s important for fans to be aware of items they can and should bring to NIU’s wide variety of athletic events. The gameday experience at Huskie Stadium, home of the reigning Mid-American...

Brionna Belcher says goodbye to the Star as she prepares to graduate in May.

Managing editor contemplates self growth

By Brionna Belcher, Managing Editor | May 3, 2022

While I’ve learned a lot at the Star, the biggest lesson that I’ve taken away from my experience is to believe in myself.  As a journalism major, I considered applying to the Star many times, but I always thought that I wouldn't be good enough.  Thanks...

When it comes to investing in skincare, those with acne-prone skin are forced to spend way more money on products based on the ingredients and purposes.

Skincare should be affordable for all skin types

By Elisa Reamer | May 2, 2022

Having acne-prone skin means having to spend thousands of dollars over your lifetime and constantly hearing, “Just drink more water!” “Do you wash your face?” and “You know, if you didn’t eat that, your skin would clear up.”  People...

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis signs the Parental Rights in Education bill at Classical Preparatory school Monday, March 28, 2022 in Shady Hills, Fla. (Douglas R. Clifford/Tampa Bay Times via AP)

‘Don’t Say Gay’ bill is a step back for LGBTQ+ rights

By Ally Formeller, News Reporter | April 8, 2022

In late March, Florida governor Ron DeSantis signed the “Don’t Say Gay” bill. The bill will effectively ban teachers from holding any lessons about gender identity and sexual orientation, according to NPR. The bill explicitly prohibits instructors...

Electric scooters are very common across college campuses for their reliability and easy access.

OPINION: Electric scooters would benefit the NIU community

By Derek Bos, Opinion Columnist | March 29, 2022
Electric scooters should be the future of transportation around campus.
A cashier stands at the register. During the pandemic, grocery stores were often a hectic place.

That time I… worked during a shutdown

By Angelina Padilla-Tompkins, Former Editor in Chief | March 1, 2022

March 13, 2020. It was my senior year of high school and rumors were circling the school about a complete shutdown possibly happening. Of course, everyone was excited at the possibility of no school, but we never imagined how serious it would get.  2:54...

Tails Pet of the Week: Frannie

Tails Pet of the Week: Frannie

By Northern Star Staff | February 28, 2022

This week, Tails Human Society is featuring a three-year-old dog named Frannie as its Pet of the Week.  She is a mixed breed that weighs about 50 lbs. Frannie’s a super smart and friendly type of dog that according to Tails, has the cutest freckles.  She...

Gilbert Gottfried at the Writer's Guild of America East Solidarity Rally in Washington Square in 2007.

Comedians are at the forefront of free speech

By Parker Otto | February 21, 2022
Comedians are right in the middle of the debate between free speech and censorship.
A person flips through a paperback book. WIth all the different anime that has been aired or published, it's hard not to love some of the villains.

Top 3 anime villains of all time

By Quade Evans, Opinion Columnist | February 17, 2022

Anime is unmatched when it comes to villains with bombast and charisma. Over the years, there have been villains who absolutely stole the show and sometimes our hearts. Lord Frieza - "Dragon Ball" Lord Frieza is a textbook bad guy. He’s got all the...