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Eddie Drinkwine, Former Senior News Reporter

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Joyce DeFauw tries on a graduation cap during a visit to the NIU campus in August.

NIU’s soon-to-be oldest graduate expresses excitement for the future

By Eddie Drinkwine, Senior News Reporter
December 1, 2022
The School of Theatre and Dance will be performing “Carmina Burana,” a cantata first composed in 1935 by Carl Orff for its Fall Dance Concert, starting Nov. 17.

‘Carmina Burana’ to be performed by School of Theatre and Dance

By Eddie Drinkwine, Senior News Reporter
November 17, 2022
The Workers' Rights Amendment appeared on the 2022 midterm ballot and passed with a majority vote.

Workers’ Rights Amendment passes in Illinois

By Eddie Drinkwine, Senior News Reporter
November 15, 2022
NIU's new CFO has years of experience in education finance, according to the board's meeting report on Nov. 10, 2022.

NIU Board of Trustees approves construction, renovation of various campus buildings

By Eddie Drinkwine, Senior News Reporter
November 10, 2022
The Stonehouse Academic Journal is accepting submissions to be published in the journal from now until Jan. 31.

Stonehouse Academic Journal accepting submissions

By Eddie Drinkwine, Senior News Reporter
November 8, 2022
Robin's Nest Bookshoppe is located at 218 E. Lincoln Highway.

Robin’s Nest Bookshoppe sells books, novelty mugs and more

By Eddie Drinkwine
November 3, 2022
Grammy award-winning musician and Illinois native Jeff Tweedy, frontman of rock band Wilco, will perform at an early vote rally on Nov. 2 at the Egyptian Theatre in DeKalb.

Early vote rally to be held at Egyptian Theatre

By Eddie Drinkwine, Senior News Reporter
November 1, 2022
A Securitas placard rests on a car dashboard outside Grant North Residence Hall.

Inside NIU’s private security force

By Eddie Drinkwine, Senior News Reporter
October 31, 2022

Biden pardons simple marijuana possession charges: A breakdown

By Eddie Drinkwine
October 27, 2022
NIU School of Theatre and Dance will premiere "God of Carnage" at 7:30 p.m. on Nov. 4 at the Sally Stevens Players Theatre in the Steven’s Building. (Madelaine Vikse | Northern Star)

NIU SOTD set to perform Tony award-winning play ‘God of Carnage’

By Eddie Drinkwine
October 27, 2022
The JYNNEOS vaccine being provided is a two-dose vaccine given under the skin 28 days apart, according to Northwestern Medicine at NIU.

Second monkeypox vaccine clinic to be held on Monday

By Eddie Drinkwine, News Reporter
October 20, 2022
Homeowners should practice escape plans and check smoke alarms during Fire Prevention Week.

American Red Cross: Practice an escape plan for Fire Prevention Week

By Eddie Drinkwine, News Reporter
October 13, 2022
The goal of the position is to help students and staff with a variety of issues, whether personal or professional.

NIU’s ombudsperson aims to provide unbiased support for students

By Eddie Drinkwine, News Reporter
October 9, 2022
The Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) is a law that gives the public the right to access certain records from any federal or state agency

What is ‘FOIA’?

By Eddie Drinkwine, News Reporter
October 6, 2022
The event will celebrate NINA's 60th anniversary in Altgeld Hall.

Northern Illinois Newspaper Association to celebrate 60th anniversary

By Eddie Drinkwine, News Reporter
October 6, 2022
The scholarship was open to any NIU student who considers themself a gamer, not just varsity athletes like most esports scholarships.

College ‘questline’ made more affordable with new Fierce Gamer Scholarship

By Eddie Drinkwine, News Reporter
October 5, 2022
The booster clinic will be held at the NIU Convocation Center.

COVID-19 vaccine booster clinic to be held at the NIU Convocation Center

By Eddie Drinkwine, News Reporter
September 29, 2022
Fanny Ruth Patterson (left), NIU's first African American graduate, to be commemorated with the Fanny Ruth Patterson Complex (right).

Behind New Hall’s new name: Fanny Ruth Patterson Complex

By Eddie Drinkwine, News Reporter
September 27, 2022
Burning Cicada, Ltd. will be hosting their Arts and Music Picnic Festival on Sept. 24 at Hopkins Park.

Burning Cicada to host Arts and Music Picnic Festival

By Eddie Drinkwine, News Reporter
September 22, 2022

Newman Catholic Student Center welcomes new resident priest

By Eddie Drinkwine, News Reporter
September 15, 2022
The Center for Black Studies, 621 W. Lincoln Highway.

Center for Black Studies, RAMP to host presentation

By Eddie Drinkwine, News Reporter
September 15, 2022
Two collisions occurred on North Annie Glidden Road Thursday morning, according to the DeKalb Police Department.

DeKalb Police: 20-year-old charged with aggravated criminal sexual assault

By Eddie Drinkwine, News Reporter
September 8, 2022
Kite fest will feature activities such as a kite-themed craft table, cornhole, a paper plane obstacle course and giant bubbles. (Getty Images)

DeKalb Park District to host annual Kite Fest

By Eddie Drinkwine, News Reporter
September 3, 2022
This new group was formed due to the overturning of Roe v. Wade.

NIU students form group supporting reproductive rights

By Eddie Drinkwine, News Reporter
August 28, 2022
The band 7th heaven returns to the Corn Fest Sound Stage from 9 p.m-11 p.m. on Aug. 26 following 2019 and 2021 performances

DeKalb will host its 44th Corn Fest this weekend

By Eddie Drinkwine, News Reporter
August 22, 2022
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