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The 2025 Tugs championship trophy is raised above the champion Phi Kappa Psi tuggers’ heads as their fans congratulate them through the barriers. Phi Psi claimed first place in the 2025 Tugs tournament with their three-rope win against Delta Chi. (Totus Tuus Keely | Northern Star)
Gallery: Phi Kappa Psi claims Tugs victory over Delta Chi
By Totus Tuus Keely, Senior Photojournalist | April 14, 2025
Junior medical science lab major Denise Cortez (left) celebrates winning a round of Lotería as Senior biology major Makayla Kies (right) celebrates her win. The Latino Center offered numerous prizes for winning in Lotería such as food, clothing and NIU licensed merchandise. (Marco Alvarez | Northern Star)
NIU Latino Center hosts Lotería game night for students
By Marco Alvarez, Photojournalist | April 12, 2025
The tuggers of Alpha Sigma Phi prepare to pull on the second rope. Alpha Sigma Phi would win the third by advantage after 24 minutes and win the match. (Ethan Rodriguez | Northern Star)
Gallery: Alpha Sigma Phi snags comeback over Sigma Alpha Epsilon
By Ethan Rodriguez, Photo Editor | April 10, 2025
 

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The trend logo sits in front of a purple background. Episode 35 of “The Trend” discusses Coachella 2025. (Northern Star Graphic)
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The faces of Assistant Video Editor Ryan Day and Photo Editor Ethan Rodriguez sit next to the StarNotes logo. Video games are beloved in the entertainment industry and make for easy adaptations. (Ryan Day | Northern Star)
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The trend logo sits in front of a purple background. Episode 34 of "The Trend" discusses the movie news announced at CinemaCon. (Northern Star Graphic)
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Delta Chi tuggers enter the pit before their match against Phi Kappa Theta. Delta Chi advanced to the semifinals to face the defending champs, Sigma Nu. (Tim Dodge | Northern Star)
Gallery: Delta Chi victorious over Phi Kappa Theta
By Tim Dodge, Social Media Manager | April 9, 2025
A picture of a piece named "Archform Collection (selected)" sits on a pedestal. Shahrazad Motallebi's Code to Cast exhibition is available to the public. (Kahlil Kambui | Northern Star)
‘Code to Cast’ transforms algorithms into art
By Kahlil Kambui, Assistant Lifestyle Editor | April 8, 2025
Students dance between tables as blue lights shine down on them. The music played at Queer Prom was chosen through suggestion by students. (Kahlil Kambui | Northern Star)
Gallery: PRISM holds Queer Prom for LGBTQIA+ students
By Kahlil Kambui, Assistant Lifestyle Editor | April 4, 2025
A photo of the Newman Catholic Student Center of DeKalb sits at 512 Normal Rd. From March 5 to April 17 Christians all over the world observe the 40-day period of Lent. (Ethan Quirk | Northern Star)
Lent paves the path to Easter
By Ethan Quirk, Lifestyle Writer | March 31, 2025
Members of DeKalb American Legion Post 66 and the DeKalb High School Marching Barbs march with musical instruments and flags during the 2023 Memorial Day Parade in DeKalb. The 2024 Memorial Day Parade will take place May 27. (Courtesy of the City of DeKalb)
Organizations wanted to march in DeKalb Memorial Day Parade
By Rachel Cormier, News Reporter | May 1, 2024
DeKalb County Sheriff Andy Sullivan leads the staff of the DeKalb County Sheriff’s Office to their seats during the law enforcement walk-through Thursday at the funeral for Deputy Sheriff Christina Musil. Musil died after a pickup truck struck her patrol vehicle from behind on March 28. (Sean Reed | Northern Star)
IN PICTURES: Community mourns death of deputy sheriff
By Sean Reed, Photo Editor | April 4, 2024
Two firefighters talk through the building’s garage Tuesday at 1031 W. Lincoln Highway. The spray from a hose damaged a hanging light fixture while crews attempted to suppress the fire from within the building. (Sean Reed | Northern Star)
IN PICTURES: Firefighters suppress former ‘Illini Tire Co.’ fire
By Sean Reed, Photo Editor | March 21, 2024
Protesters chant as passing cars honk in support. Flags blew in the strong wind as the sun beat down on the group Sunday. (Sean Reed | Northern Star)
IN PICTURES: Palestinian support shown downtown
By Sean Reed, Photo Editor | March 4, 2024
Delta Chi tuggers enter the pit before their match against Phi Kappa Theta. Delta Chi advanced to the semifinals to face the defending champs, Sigma Nu. (Tim Dodge | Northern Star)
Gallery: Delta Chi victorious over Phi Kappa Theta
By Tim Dodge, Social Media Manager | April 9, 2025
Senior Ben Sluzas drives back to the Kishwaukee Country Club clubhouse from the second hole after finishing his second round. Saturday’s home tournament at the Kishwaukee Country Club was the first time NIU hosted a home meet at the club. (Totus Tuus Keely | Northern Star)
Gallery: NIU wins home golf tournament
By Totus Tuus Keely, Senior Photojournalist | April 7, 2025
Senior second baseman Jenna Turner (4) hits a pop fly to left field that was caught for the first out of the first inning. NIU was unable to get their first base hit until the fourth inning. (Totus Tuus Keely | Northern Star)
Gallery: NIU loses to Ohio in softball
By Totus Tuus Keely, Senior Photojournalist | March 31, 2025
Scouts for the Seattle Seahawks, Las Vegas Raiders, Minnesota Vikings and Cleveland Browns talk amongst each other after watching former linebacker Jaden Dolphin’s 4.78 second 40-yard dash. NFL scouts both ran the drills and watched during NIU’s Pro Day on Monday. (Totus Tuus Keely | Northern Star)
Gallery: 2025 NFL Draft aspirants show off at Pro Day
By Totus Tuus Keely, Senior Photojournalist | March 19, 2025
Members of the Concert and Chamber Choir sing and dance to the music. The Exotic to the Global concert was held on Tuesday between 7:30 and 9:30 p.m. (Ethan Rodriguez | Northern Star)
Gallery: NIU commemorates 50 years of celebrating world music
By Ethan Rodriguez, Photo Editor | April 10, 2025
A photo of the Newman Catholic Student Center of DeKalb sits at 512 Normal Rd. From March 5 to April 17 Christians all over the world observe the 40-day period of Lent. (Ethan Quirk | Northern Star)
Lent paves the path to Easter
By Ethan Quirk, Lifestyle Writer | March 31, 2025
Students put motivational messages in jars as they drink soda floats provided to them. The NIU Campus Activity Board held their Stay-A-Float event as a way to destress students after midterms. (Ethan Rodriguez | Northern Star)
Gallery: CAB hosts event to beat midterm stress for students
By Ethan Rodriguez, Photo Editor | March 6, 2025
The NIU Wind Ensemble performes "O King from Sinfonia" by Luciano Berio on stage during thier concert. The NIU Wind Ensemble wowed the audience during their performance. (Kahlil Kambui | Northern Star)
NIU Wind Ensemble wows the crowd during performance
By Kahlil Kambui, Assistant Lifestyle Editor | February 28, 2025
 

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