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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

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...

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...

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.

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...

Trustees elect new leadership: Board holds vote at Thursday meeting

By Lindsey Salvatelli | June 19, 2017

DeKALB — The next Board of Trustees meeting will see Trustee Wheeler Coleman as its chair.Coleman, who will replace Chair John Butler, was elected in a secret ballot during Thursday’s meeting.In compliance with NIU Law and related regulations, the...

DeKalb welcomes new dining options

DeKalb welcomes new dining options

By Tom Burton | June 19, 2017

President Doug Baker’s severance package to be roughly $600K

By Madison Kacer | June 15, 2017

DeKALB | The severance package President Doug Baker will receive following his June 30 resignation totals about $600,000.The total includes the equivalent to one year of Baker’s base salary, which is $450,000 and “applicable benefits;” $137,500...

Provost Lisa Freeman to take over as president following Doug Baker’s resignation

By Madison Kacer | June 15, 2017

DeKALB | Provost Lisa Freeman will be assuming the role of President Doug Baker immediately following the enactment of his resignation June 30, making her NIU’s first female president.While Freeman holds the position on an interim basis per the presidential...

What your breakfast cereal says about your reporting skills

By Tatianna Salisbury | June 15, 2017

Whether you prefer sugary and sweet, bunches of crunch or protein-packed, your favorite breakfast cereal may actually say a lot about your reporting skills. Special K Chocolatey Delight - Editor via GIPHYYou are constantly busy, stressed and detail...

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