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Caleb Johnson

Caleb Johnson, Lifestyle Writer

Caleb Johnson (they/them) is currently a news reporter for the Northern Star, covering Greek Life on campus. They are a junior majoring in linguistic anthropology, with minors in LGBTQ+ studies and journalism.

They are also the editor-in-chief of Towers Magazine and an editor for Stonehouse Academic Journal.

Prior to their time at the star, they were the editor-in-chief of the Mastodon Art and Literature Magazine and the entertainment editor at their previous student newspaper.

Outside their time at the paper they like to attend museums and art galleries. They are also interested in obsessing over pop culture, Pokemon, magic and Star Wars. Their favorite Pokemon are Charizard and Eevee.

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The title Pokemon Horizons the Series sits across an array of Pokemon characters. The newest game in the Pokemon series, Pokemon Legends: Z-A was announced Feb. 27. (The Pokemon Company)

New Pokemon game announced

By Caleb Johnson, Lifestyle Writer
March 17, 2024
A McDonalds bag decorated with anime rests on a white surface. Weekly manga is a recently added tie-in McDonalds has with their new Savory Chili WcDonalds sauce. (Sean Reed | Northern Star)

McDonalds launches new sauce, anime

By Caleb Johnson, Lifestyle Writer
March 6, 2024
Dakota Johnson adjusts her hair on the premiere of Madame Web in Mexico. Madame Web has not been receiving great reviews from critics, but the film has redeeming qualities. (Marco Ugarte | AP Photo)

‘Madame Web’ not that bad

By Caleb Johnson, Lifestyle Writer
February 26, 2024
A margarita sits on the counter at Rositas in DeKalb. Rositas, along with the restaurants below, are great places to get a drink in DeKalb. (Gabby Crabtree | Northern Star)

Margaritas, happy hours, great times

By Caleb Johnson, Lifestyle Writer
February 22, 2024
NIU English professor Dr. Lara Crowley stands in front of an outdoor background. Dr. Crowley is currently working on her second novel which is inspired by the late writer John Donne. (Courtesy of Lara Crowley)

NIU professor works on second book

By Caleb Johnson, Lifestyle Writer
February 19, 2024
Professor Hao Phan holds up a palm leaf manuscript. Palm leaf manuscripts were first created in the 5th century, BC. (Katie Follmer | Northern Star)

Palm-leaf books and authorship analysis

By Caleb Johnson, Lifestyle Writer
February 4, 2024
A phone with “Avatar: The Last Airbender” pulled up in it sits on a wood table. The newest version of “Avatar: The Last Airbender” releases in February. (Sean Reed | Northern Star)

Stunning visuals: Last Airbender reborn

By Caleb Johnson, Lifestyle Writer
January 30, 2024
Percy Jackson (Walker Scobell) stands on top of a rock and looks out across a forest. Scobell and the rest of the cast for the Disney+ original Percy Jackson and the Olympians have been portraying their characters to the age and maturity levels depicted in the Percy Jackson book series. (Disney | David Bukach)

Nostalgia carries Percy Jackson show

By Caleb Johnson, Lifestyle Writer
January 16, 2024
Pokémon Oshawott lies next to Piplup on an ice sheet. The new “Indigo Disk” DLC for Pokémon Scarlet and Pokémon Violet will release Dec. 14. (Courtesy of YouTube)

The ‘Indigo Disk’ DLC, what we know

By Caleb Johnson, Lifestyle Writer
December 5, 2023
Two gay men sit next to each other at a table. The Christmas Setup is one of many holiday films that center queer main characters/relationships. (Courtesy of YouTube)

Have a gay ol’ time, holiday films

By Caleb Johnson, Lifestyle Writer
December 4, 2023
A purple and black poster displays the words Fall Dance Concert. NIUs annual Fall Dance Concert opens Nov. 30. (Courtesy of Andy Dolan)

SOTD to host annual Fall Dance Concert

By Caleb Johnson, Lifestyle Writer
November 28, 2023
Cheesy mashed potatoes rest in a pot. Lifestyle Writer Caleb Johnson shares two homemade recipes that can be made during the holiday break. (Caleb Johnson | Northern Star)

Food for the holiday, mashed potatoes recipe

By Caleb Johnson, Lifestyle Writer
November 22, 2023
The outside of CrackerJax is decorated with Halloween decor. Lauren Woods, the owner of the store, has been in DeKalb for 39 years. (Nick Glover | Northern Star)

Lauren Woods, DeKalb staple for 39 years

By Caleb Johnson, Lifestyle Writer
October 31, 2023
The outside front entrance of CrackerJax in downtown DeKalb located at 118 N. Third Street. Cracker Jax is DeKalb’s hidden treasure and thrift store. (Tim Dodge | Northern Star).

Hidden treasures, vintage, resale stores

By Caleb Johnson, Lifestyle Writer
October 30, 2023
The Chicago Skyline sits behind text that says NIU Arts Golden Hour Showcase. NIU music students will be heading to Chicago as part of the series showcase. (Courtesy of the College of Visual and Performing Arts)

NIU music students to perform in Chicago

By Caleb Johnson, Lifestyle Writer
October 10, 2023
A digital mockup shows plans for the updated pickleball courts at Hopkins Park. The park is undergoing various renovations and updates, including new pickleball courts, playground and plans to update the pool. (Courtesy of the DeKalb Park District)

Updates to Hopkins Park in progress

By Caleb Johnson, Lifestyle Writer
September 18, 2023
A gas station pump sits at its station. Illinois gas prices have lowered approximately 6 cents compared to last week. (Northern Star File Photo)

Illinois gas prices lower than last week

By Caleb Johnson, Lifestyle Writer
September 13, 2023
The logo for the animation series Disenchantment stands out against a black background. From the creators of Futurama, the shows final season recently released on Netflix. (Wikimedia Commons)

Become enchanted with ‘Disenchantment’

By Caleb Johnson, Lifestyle Writer
September 13, 2023
A piece of artwork which shows pieces of hair sewn into a white shirt. This piece is on display in NIUs Altgeld Hall as part of the The Remaining, Mourn... exhibition. (Caleb Johnson | Northern Star)

Art Museum opens grief, loss exhibit

By Caleb Johnson, Lifestyle Writer
September 11, 2023

Business Spotlight: Barb City Laundry

By Caleb Johnson, Lifestyle Writer
September 8, 2023
Xolo Maridueña starring as Jamie Reyes in DCs new superhero movie Blue Beetle. The film is out in theaters and based on the DC comics. (YouTube)

‘Blue Beetle,’ movie of incredible power

By Caleb Johnson, Lifestyle Writer
September 6, 2023
The season four poster of the Netflix series Stranger Things. The show has become a worldwide phenomenon and its fifth season is on the way. (Netflix)

Diverse offerings, Netflix shows to binge

By Caleb Johnson, Lifestyle Writer
September 4, 2023
A screen still from the movie Red, White & Royal Blue. The movie is based on the novel by Casey McQuinston and can be watched on Amazon Prime. (Nyla Owens | Northern Star)

Sparks fly in smash summer rom-com

By Caleb Johnson, Lifestyle Writer
August 29, 2023
Three handwritten cards with recipes on them sit in a yellow and blue box. The Culinary Historians of Northern Illinois will be joining the DeKalb County History Center for one of the many new programs and exhibits at the History Center. (Courtesy of the DeKalb County History Center)

History Center to start new programs

By Caleb Johnson, Lifestyle Writer
April 19, 2023
The East Lagoons pathway after a light dusting of snow. The National Weather Service predicts light snow on March 4.

Storm moves south, expect light snow

By Caleb Johnson, Lifestyle Writer
March 2, 2023
A fire pit located next to the East Lagoon is used by many students for events and pure enjoyment. (Alyssa Queen | Northern Star)

What’s Up With: Those NSLS emails?

By Caleb Johnson, Lifestyle Writer
February 16, 2023
In celebration of Black Heritage Month, NIU and the Center of Black Studies will be hosting 11 events.

NIU to host events for Black Heritage Month

By Caleb Johnson, Lifestyle Writer
February 1, 2023
The south side of the Holmes Student Center on a foggy day. (Mingda Wu | Northern Star)

Braven: The class experience explained

By Caleb Johnson, Lifestyle Writer
January 19, 2023
Senior Lifestyle Writer Caleb Johnson is watching a diverse lineup of media over their holiday break. (Getty Images)

What I’m watching over the holiday break

By Caleb Johnson, Lifestyle Writer
December 2, 2022
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