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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

Republican stigma unjustified

By Ian Tancun | March 20, 2017

Anti-Republican backlash, which has grown nationally since Election Day, is reflective of challenges associated with being a Republican in President Donald Trump’s America. Challenges that make organizations like NIU College Republicans crucial in helping...

10 things students think after break ends

By Kaylyn Zielinski | March 19, 2017

1. It's over? via GIPHY2. Maybe my professors will ease back into schoolwork. via GIPHY3. Wait, we had homework? via GIPHY4.  I can't wait to listen to everybody talk about the trips that I didn't go on. via GIPHY5. How long until the weekend?via...

9 tips to get a better night’s sleep

By Jordan Luxton | March 9, 2017

Sleep is one of my favorite things. I hold onto every minute I can in the morning and look forward to falling asleep after a long day. A good night’s rest can do wonders for your mood and energy. Sleep is obviously necessary to function, so if you are...

Do You Know this Puppy?

Do You Know this Puppy?

By Northern Star staff | March 8, 2017

DeKALB | A puppy was found on N. Annie Glidden Road near campus, according to a statement by DeKalb County Police Department. The dog is said to be a male and wearing a blue collar. If you have any information on this dog or you know where he lives,...

10 things students feel waiting for spring break

10 things students feel waiting for spring break

By Brooklynn Harper | March 8, 2017

Living in the present moment

By Jordan Luxton | March 7, 2017

How many times have you heard the phrase, “carpe diem”? This Latin term, roughly translated to “seize the day”, is possibly the most widely used phrase to encourage someone to live in the present moment and put off worrying about the future or...

Germs are evil

Germs are evil

By Caitlyn Walls | March 6, 2017
Bulls need rebuild

Bulls need rebuild

By Mateo Avila | March 6, 2017

Is it OK to trust AAA games again?

By Hayden Perkins | March 2, 2017

On the eve of the release of "Mass Effect Andromeda," Bioware celebrates their 10-year anniversary of the franchise with excitement and likely, a large bit of apprehension. As a fan of the series since the original game’s release in 2007, I’m anxiously...

My Podcast Tea

By Caitlyn Walls | March 1, 2017

Since I started my college career, podcasts have been a must-have form of entertainment.Sometimes it's hard for me to sit down and watch a movie or show because of work or homework. I don't like to watch TV often during the semester, but I'm always in...

All you need to know about the soda tax

All you need to know about the soda tax

By Brooklynn Schmidgall | February 24, 2017

5 things you should do every day

By Jordan Luxton | February 23, 2017

1. Set goalsSetting goals for every day is an important way to stay focused on the tasks at hand and track your progress and growth. Every day is an opportunity to better yourself. Each day offers you the chance to take steps forward or backward. If you...

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