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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

Officials cautious despite budget

By Lindsey Salvatelli | July 17, 2017

DeKALB | When legislators in Springfield passed a state budget after a nearly three-year impasse, NIU’s administration was grateful; however, officials are still trying to make up for a $65 million loss that resulted from the gridlock.Although the budget...

Opinion | Locals offer quality food

Opinion | Locals offer quality food

By Maddie Steen | July 10, 2017
Diesel served as NIU's live mascot from 2005 to 2013. Diesel, the predecessor to Mission and Mission II, was named NIU's mascot emeritus by NIU athletics director Sean Frazier, allowing Diesel to attend NIU events throughout retirement. The siberian husky passed away on Sept. 7, 2015, at 12 years old.

Artist sculpts Diesel memorial

By Lindsey Salvatelli | July 10, 2017

Annual review of former president released

By Madison Kacer | July 10, 2017

DeKALB | The Board of Trustees released its annual review of former President Doug Baker on the last day of his term, identifying four initiatives upon which officials will now focus.The evaluation, which is completed annually per Baker’s contract and...

Federal aid programs jeopardized

By Lindsey Salvatelli | July 10, 2017

DeKALB — Though interest rates for federal student loans are seeing an increase because of annual fluctuation, other avenues for federal financial aid may see significant change if proposals made by President Donald Trump’s administration are passed.Direct...

Pass/Fail: Legislators pass state budget and fund NIU; Costly review results in three-page report

IL budget passed; NIU sustains $65 million loss

By Morgan Fink | July 10, 2017

DeKALB — Legislators in Springfield passed a state budget after a nearly three-year impasse, providing NIU with full state funding for the first time since Fiscal Year 2015 at 10 percent less than the last complete appropriation.The budget was passed...

College of Law dean resigns one year after taking position

By Northern Star staff | June 27, 2017

DeKALB | Eric Dannenmaier, former College of Law dean, has resigned from his position but is expected to work in the Division of Research and Innovation Partnership.Dannenmaier, who began as dean June 1, 2016, was placed on voluntary administrative leave...

Letter to the Editor: Baker’s $600K severance package arguable

By Misty haji-Sheikh | June 26, 2017

Dear Editor,I am in a unique position. I am a Graduate Student at Large, married to Faculty, and I serve on the County Board. I am writing as a student who loves NIU, but is deeply concerned with the actions of the Board of Trustees regarding the severance...

Otto’s, 118 Lincoln Highway, stands in downtown DeKalb for the final time on its demolition day May 22. The building is being replaced with a four-story complex that will contain residential and commercial establishments.

New building to spark revenue

By Maddie Steen | June 26, 2017

Otto’s, 118 Lincoln Highway, stands in downtown DeKalb for the final time on its demolition day May 22. The building is being replaced with a four-story complex that will contain residential and commercial establishments.

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