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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

Me when I found out “The Office’ was returning

By Tatianna Salisbury | September 5, 2017

The initial joy I felt was overwhelming. via GIPHYMy first instinct was to diminish all current and future responsibilities and wait in front of my T.V. for a year until it aired. via GIPHYI mean, it's "The Office." We've been waiting for this moment...

Top 5 Worst Bath & Body Works Candles

By Eve Grunauer | September 5, 2017

September marks the start of stores flooding their aisles with fabulous fall scents. Bath & Body Works is no stranger when it comes to having wacky scents, but some of this season's candles fall short of fabulous.Number 5 - "Cypress" ($24.50)Made...

Letter from the Perspective Editor

By Courtney Huhta | August 28, 2017

This semester, I hope to develop a combination of creative and intriguing topics that will make up the majority of this section. Although we will be covering campus related issues, as well as frequently discussed topics, I believe it is important to mix...

Top Editor sets goals

By Maddie Steen | August 28, 2017

As the new managing editor of the Northern Star, I can honestly say that I am pumped for this upcoming year. Not only am I excited about school starting back up, but I have so many ideas and hopes for the paper.I previously wrote for the perspective section,...

OPEN LETTER | Dear acting president: Please keep your vow of transparency

By Ian Tancun | July 31, 2017

TO: Acting President Lisa FreemanNIU is in a transitional period, which provides opportunities for new beginnings. Former President Doug Baker’s June 30 resignation and the circumstances surrounding it made it clear key deficiencies exist at NIU that...

Board chair strives to improve transparency

Board chair strives to improve transparency

By Ian Tancun | July 31, 2017

Sharon Coleman, Northern District of Illinois federal judge, swears in her husband Wheeler Coleman, Board of Trustees chair, as a trustee Feb. 2, 2012, in Altgeld Hall. Coleman was elected Board chair during a June 15 Board meeting and has since highlighted his goals to increase transparency among officials.

OPINION | Pass: Complaint filers fight for their rights; Fail: NIU to see effects of state tax increase

By Madison Kacer | July 25, 2017

Pass: Complaint filers fight for their rightsThe individuals who filed complaints against Eric Dannenmaier, former College of Law dean, alleging he sexually harassed them by making comments of a sexual nature in the workplace have consistently stood up...

Former law dean takes legal action against NIU

By Lindsey Salvatelli | July 24, 2017

DeKALB — A hearing for a temporary restraining order filed by the former College of Law dean against NIU is scheduled for Sept. 1.Eric Dannenmaier, former College of Law dean, sought a temporary restraining order against NIU to block officials from...

President Donald Trump gestures during a speech aboard the nuclear aircraft carrier USS Gerald R. Ford for it’s commissioning at Naval Station Norfolk in Norfolk, Va., Saturday.

OPINION | Trump strikes again: Potential pardon yet another cop out

By Maddie Steen | July 24, 2017

President Donald Trump gestures during a speech aboard the nuclear aircraft carrier USS Gerald R. Ford for it’s commissioning at Naval Station Norfolk in Norfolk, Va., Saturday.

Letter to the Editor: Complaint filer sees flaws in NIU system

By Female 1 | July 24, 2017

I am still a proud NIU College of Law alumna and hope that the school is not associated with the actions of Eric Dannenmaier. I am proud to be part of a school that emphasizes the marriage of the law and service and approaches education holistically.I...

Dannenmaier a bad fit for NIU

By Madison Kacer | July 17, 2017

Eric Dannenmaier, former College of Law dean, has been granted a contract with NIU despite recent allegations of sexual harassment, meaning officials are disgracefully spending money to fund the employment of a potential predator.Dannenmaier resigned...

Tax hike adds to tuition cost

By Maddie Steen | July 17, 2017

Students are trading concerns over the university’s missing budget in return for a budget with a much higher cost — a 32 percent tax hike — which is not a fair deal.This budget is of utmost importance, and students can now gain an education without...

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