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Jonathan Shelby, Lifestyle Writer

Jonathan Shelby is currently a junior with a major in journalism. He loves to think about and write stories whether they are fictional or factual. Jonathan enjoys reading books, listening to different types of music, and mindlessly scrolling through YouTube. 

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Check out football, dance this weekend

By Jonathan Shelby, Lifestyle Writer
April 25, 2024
Alexa Flores (from left), a junior communications major, Alondra Duenas, a senior communications major, and Ashley McNamara, a senior health sciences major, sit in the Founders Memorial Library. As finals week approaches, utilizing good study habits is important. (Brynn Krug | Northern Star)

Tips for crushing finals

By Jonathan Shelby, Lifestyle Writer
April 24, 2024
Characters from the upcoming Star Wars game talk to each other. Ubisoft released a cinematic trailer for Star Wars Outlaws on April 9. (Ubisoft under Fair Use)

‘Star Wars Outlaws’ fantastic or flop

By Jonathan Shelby, Lifestyle Writer
April 23, 2024

Check out networking, climate events this weekend

By Jonathan Shelby, Lifestyle Writer
April 17, 2024
A group of people stand, looking at booths at Karoshi-Con. Karoshi-Con is the NIU Anime Associations annual convention and was held on Saturday. (Jonathan Shelby | Northern Star)

Karoshi-Con a blast for anime fans

By Jonathan Shelby, Lifestyle Writer
April 14, 2024

Puppies, plays to fill this weekend

By Jonathan Shelby, Lifestyle Writer
April 11, 2024
A lone helldiver hurries to the ship before it leaves without him in a clip from the game Helldivers 2. Helldivers 2 was quietly updated in early April. (Sony Interactive Entertainment under Fair Use)

‘Helldivers 2’ releases secret updates

By Jonathan Shelby, Lifestyle Writer
April 11, 2024
A screen with Thank you for coming projected onto it sits at the front of the Cole Hall auditorium after the first day of the Reality Bytes Student Film Festival. The second day of the festival is from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. Wednesday at the Egyptian Theatre, 135 N. Second St. (Jonathan Shelby | Northern Star)

Reality Bytes film festival kicks off

By Jonathan Shelby, Lifestyle Writer
April 10, 2024
People sit on the grass during the eclipse on Monday behind Lowden Hall. At this eclipse event, students could watch the sky, learn about the eclipse or hang out with friends. (Totus Tuus Keely | Northern Star)

Physics Department hosts large eclipse event

By Jonathan Shelby, Lifestyle Writer
April 8, 2024

Drag show, concert headline this weekend

By Jonathan Shelby, Lifestyle Writer
April 4, 2024
Adam Smith, a junior mechanical engineering major, looks down at the pins getting ready to deliver the ball down the lane. The Graduate school of NIU hosted a Bowling and Billiards event for students on Monday. (Tim Dodge | Northern Star)

Graduate School takes over Huskie Den

By Jonathan Shelby, Lifestyle Writer
April 1, 2024
Many Marvel superheroes fight in a large-scale clash. Marvel Rivals is the newest Marvel game and features multiplayer PVP. (Marvel)

‘Marvel Rivals’ takes page from ‘Overwatch,’ ‘Valorant’

By Jonathan Shelby, Lifestyle Writer
April 1, 2024

Drag show, Easter brunch fill this weekend

By Jonathan Shelby, Lifestyle Writer
March 28, 2024
Jakob Furgat speaks to the group about the Esports culture in Asia on Tuesday night in the Esports Arena at Altgeld Hall. The event was hosted by the Asian American Resource Center Ohana Series in collaboration with NIU Esports. (Tim Dodge | Northern Star)

AARC teams up with NIU Esports

By Jonathan Shelby, Lifestyle Writer
March 26, 2024
The words Dragon Ball Sparking Zero sit in front of a black background. Gameplay for Sparking Zero, the newest Dragon Ball game, was released on March 20. (Bandai Namco Entertainment Inc. under Fair Use)

‘Sparking! ZERO’ Captures the Old Tenkaichi Feel

By Jonathan Shelby, Lifestyle Writer
March 25, 2024

Easter ‘hoppenings’ this weekend

By Jonathan Shelby, Lifestyle Writer
March 21, 2024
A black-suited Spider-Man perches on a rooftop and overlooks a city. Spider-Man 2 released a new DLC on March 7. (Jonathan Shelby | Northern Star)

‘Spider-Man 2’ DLC adds fan-requested features

By Jonathan Shelby, Lifestyle Writer
March 19, 2024
Groups of students play poker at game tables. The NIU CAB hosted a Casino Night Thursday from 9 p.m. to midnight in the Duke Ellington Ballroom of the Holmes Student Center. (Ryanne Sandifer | Northern Star)

Over 173 students enjoy CAB’s casino night

By Jonathan Shelby, Lifestyle Writer
March 9, 2024

Celebrate Easter, St. Patrick’s Day over break

By Jonathan Shelby, Lifestyle Writer
March 7, 2024
The words Star Wars Battlefront Classic Collection sit in front of many Star Wars characters. The Star Wars Battlefront Classic Collection will be released March 14. (Aspyr / Lucasfilm)

‘Star Wars Battlefront’ to rerelease

By Jonathan Shelby, Lifestyle Writer
March 5, 2024
DragonBall characters Goku Black (left) and Zamasu stand next to each other looking down. The newest update for season five of DragonBall: The Breakers introduces crossplay and a new horror element. (Courtesy of YouTube)

Season five revitalizes ‘Dragon Ball: The Breakers’

By Jonathan Shelby, Lifestyle Writer
March 4, 2024

Skateboarding, linedancing highlight this weekend’s events

By Jonathan Shelby, Lifestyle Writer
February 29, 2024
A woman poses wearing a black Stryke hoodie. Stryke is a new website, similar to LinkedIn, that networks students. (Courtesy of Crystal Kendzior)

Stryke, a new way to network

By Jonathan Shelby, Lifestyle Writer
February 27, 2024
The words Elden Ring sit on a black screen, on the title screen of the game Elden Ring. A large DLC package for Elden Ring was announced Feb. 21. (Jonathan Shelby | Northern Star)

‘Elden Ring’ DLC closer than ever

By Jonathan Shelby, Lifestyle Writer
February 26, 2024

Country night, movie breakfast make up weekend

By Jonathan Shelby, Lifestyle Writer
February 22, 2024
A screenshot from “Helldivers 2” shows a player fending off a horde of bugs as they finish completing an objective. “Helldivers 2” released Feb. 8. (Jonathan Shelby | Northern Star)

Launch feet first into ‘Helldivers 2’

By Jonathan Shelby, Lifestyle Writer
February 21, 2024
Game character Vegeta floats in the sky as an explosion takes place below him. The new trailer for Dragon Ball: Sparking! Zero anticipates new attacks and characters to fight. (Courtesy of YouTube)

‘Sparking Zero,’ best Dragon Ball game ever

By Jonathan Shelby, Lifestyle Writer
February 15, 2024

All you can eat crabs, variety show highlight this weekend

By Jonathan Shelby, Lifestyle Writer
February 15, 2024
Two women stand holding a bag of Doritos Dinamita. These women chased after a man who took the last bag of chips in what was one of the standout commercials from this years Super Bowl. (Frito-Lay via AP)

‘The Big Game’ commercials that crack a smile

By Jonathan Shelby, Lifestyle Writer
February 12, 2024
Mardi Gras, Sweet Stroll taking place this weekend

Mardi Gras, Sweet Stroll taking place this weekend

By Jonathan Shelby, Lifestyle Writer
February 8, 2024
A screenshot shows Godzilla walking while on fire. Sonys State of Play event announced several games that will release in 2024. (Courtesy of YouTube)

Helldivers, Horror, Hedgehogs coming to PS5

By Jonathan Shelby, Lifestyle Writer
February 5, 2024
Empty red and black gaming chairs sit in the ESports arena. The arena held a Rocket League championship event Saturday. (Jonathan Shelby | Northern Star)

ESports’ afternoon of rockets and racing

By Jonathan Shelby, Lifestyle Writer
February 5, 2024
Disney trivia, winter events to occur this weekend

Disney trivia, winter events to occur this weekend

By Jonathan Shelby, Lifestyle Writer
February 1, 2024
In a screenshot from Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown, Sargon motions his fist into the air with rage on his face. Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown released Jan. 28 and is available to play now. (Jonathan Shelby | Northern Star)

The Return of a decade old series

By Jonathan Shelby, Lifestyle Writer
January 31, 2024
A character from the video game Elden Ring looks out over a chasm. Elden Ring is one of the many games receiving DLC this year. (Business Wire)

Video games to look out for this year

By Jonathan Shelby, Lifestyle Writer
January 29, 2024
Zulauf Hall, the home of most offices for the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, stands in front of some trees. The Center for Nonprofit and NGO Studies hosted a hot cocoa event in Zulauf on Thursday. (Nick Glover | Northern Star)

Center for NNGO Studies hosts hot cocoa table

By Jonathan Shelby, Lifestyle Writer
January 28, 2024
Whiskey-fueled laughs, D&D this weekend

Whiskey-fueled laughs, D&D this weekend

By Jonathan Shelby, Lifestyle Writer
January 25, 2024
Works from within the “What is for Supper? What is a Meal?” exhibitions are displayed under low light Thursday in the NIU Art Museum within Altgeld Hall. The exhibitions explore a variety of food and eating habits. (Sam Dion | Northern Star)

Unity, well-being in a meal

By Jonathan Shelby, Lifestyle Writer
January 25, 2024
The Egyptian Theatre marquee hangs over the icy sidewalk Friday. The Countdown to the Oscars occurs at 7 p.m. Tuesdays between Jan. 16 and March 5. (Sean Reed | Northern Star)

Egyptian Theatre hosts countdown to Oscars

By Jonathan Shelby, Lifestyle Writer
January 20, 2024
The logo for the Game Awards is next to a statue on the award shows poster. The Game Awards took place Thursday and featured many surprise wins. (Courtesy of the Game Awards)

‘Baldur’s Gate 3’ destroys competition at Game Awards

By Jonathan Shelby, Lifestyle Writer
December 8, 2023
First-year students Bhavya Sangoi and Abhishek Vallabhaneni roast marshmallows to make S’more. CAB’s Winter Wonderland event provided students with winter wonderland activities. (Sasha Norman | Northern Star)

Chilly night in wonderland

By Jonathan Shelby, Lifestyle Writer
December 5, 2023
The game developers of God of War stand together with fists raised on Dec. 6, 2018. The 2023 Game Awards will take place on Dec. 7. (Wikimedia Commons)

‘Spider-Man 2’ shoo-in for Game of the Year

By Jonathan Shelby, Lifestyle Writer
December 4, 2023
The sign of the NIU Center for Black Studies sits outside the building in the snow. The Center for Black Studies will hold a celebration for Kwanzaa before the end of the semester. (Northern Star File Photo)

Center for Black Studies to hold pre-Kwanzaa celebration

By Jonathan Shelby, Lifestyle Writer
November 29, 2023
A selection of baked goods lay in rows next to each other. Lifestyle writer Jonathan Shelby gives readers three fall-themed baking recipes to try at home. (Getty Images)

Easy fall desserts for college students

By Jonathan Shelby, Lifestyle Writer
November 29, 2023
A display shows four jars of food sitting next to each other. This is a small section of the “Good Food” exhibit that shows the perseveration process of food and instructions on how to preserve your own food. (Sasha Norman | Northern Star)

Good Food exhibit serves up resources

By Jonathan Shelby, Lifestyle Writer
November 28, 2023
A statue of Luigi and Daisy stand on top a fountain. Mario Kart 8s new DLC recently got its last update. (Courtesy of YouTube)

A heartwarming end to Mario Kart 8

By Jonathan Shelby, Lifestyle Writer
November 26, 2023
A group of people dance on a hardwood floor with red and green lights. Dance Dimension is set to hold its third annual Tinsel an Tutu event in December. (Courtesy of Getty Images)

Dance Dimension to hold third annual Tinsel an’ Tutu

By Jonathan Shelby, Lifestyle Writer
November 15, 2023
Mario, Luigi and friends playfully pose in the title art for Super Mario Bros. Wonder game. The Nintendo Switch game includes new character powers while maintaining past game elements. (Courtesy of YouTube)

Mario Wonder uses wackiness to its advantage

By Jonathan Shelby, Lifestyle Writer
November 14, 2023
The south side of the Holmes Student Center on a foggy day. The Holmes Student Center hosted the first generation movie on Tuesday in the Capital Room. (Northern Star File Photo)

De-stress with movie night

By Jonathan Shelby, Lifestyle Writer
November 8, 2023
An assortment of fresh food sits on a table. The DeKalb County Community Gardens recently announced its schedule for December. (Courtesy of Getty Images)

DeKalb County Community Gardens announces December schedule

By Jonathan Shelby, Lifestyle Writer
November 8, 2023
Natasha Liu Bordizzo as Sabine Wren kneels, facing a Mandalorian helmet in Ahsoka. Season 1 of the series can be streamed on Disney+. (Courtesy of YouTube)

‘Ahsoka’ provides some critical answers

By Jonathan Shelby, Lifestyle Writer
November 7, 2023
The title art for the game Dragon Ball Xenoverse 2 depicts a gold ball with two red stars inside white lettering. The game recently got an update that includes a new battle mode and tournament. (Courtesy of YouTube)

Unique addition to Xenoverse 2

By Jonathan Shelby, Lifestyle Writer
November 5, 2023
A person holds a yellow highlighter over an agenda covered in colorful sticky notes. Now that were halfway through the semester, developing efficient study techniques is crucial. (Courtesy of Getty Images)

Mid-school-year study tips

By Jonathan Shelby, Lifestyle Writer
October 30, 2023
Peter Parkers Spider-Man looks over New York City during sunrise in the game Marvels Spider-Man 2. The PS5 console game features two playable Spider-Mans that contain new abilities. (Courtesy of YouTube)

A love letter to Spider-Man fans

By Jonathan Shelby, Lifestyle Writer
October 26, 2023
Little girl in witch costume has fun outdoors on Halloween trick or treat. The Illinois Department of Public Health reminds trick-or-treaters to be aware of potential dangers this Halloween. (Getty Images)

Illinois Department of Public Health’s tips for trick-or-treaters

By Jonathan Shelby, Lifestyle Writer
October 25, 2023
The Netflix home page shows a list of trending shows on a laptop screen. Lifestyle writer Jonathan Shelby gives his picks for what hes watching this weekend. (Northern Star File Photo)

Nostalgic 2000s shows, film to watch this weekend

By Jonathan Shelby, Lifestyle Writer
October 18, 2023
Characters from the mobile game Yu-Gi-Oh! pose behind text that says Duel Links. The game new update improves some of the game’s bugs and adds a new game mode. (Courtesy of YouTube)

Rush duels offers something new for Yu-Gi-Oh!

By Jonathan Shelby, Lifestyle Writer
October 17, 2023
The DeKalb Public Library sign is lit up at night. The Library will be hosting its annual fall book sale from Oct. 20 to Oct. 22. (Northern Star File Photo)

DeKalb Public Library to host fall book sale

By Jonathan Shelby, Lifestyle Writer
October 11, 2023
The entrance for NIU’s Esports gaming arena that held the recent Retro Smash Bros tournament on Tuesday in Altgeld Hall, Room 100. Retro Smash Bros night was hosted as a part of the 116th Homecoming week. (Ariyonna McGahee | Northern Star)

‘Smash from the past’ revives retro games

By Jonathan Shelby, Lifestyle Writer
October 11, 2023
A screenshot from Sonic Frontiers: The Final Horizon, which depicts Sonic and friends facing an enemy. The new storyline contains new characters and has improved the storys boss fights. (Courtesy of YouTube)

Sonic DLC looks promising, franchise savior

By Jonathan Shelby, Lifestyle Writer
October 9, 2023
A row of Halloween costumes displayed at Spirit Halloween. The Illinois Department of Public Health reminds trick-or-treaters to be aware of potential dangers this Halloween. (Nyla Owens | Northern Star)

Costume ideas for Halloween enthusiasts

By Jonathan Shelby, Lifestyle Writer
October 5, 2023
The DeKalb Public Library sits under a cloudy sky located in downtown DeKalb. Jazz In Progress will visit the library on Oct. 14. (Nyla Owens | Northern Star)

Join Jazz In Progress for late night jazz.

By Jonathan Shelby, Lifestyle Writer
October 4, 2023
The band Earth, Wind & Fire accepts their induction into the Songwriters Hall of Fame in 2010. The band has rose to fame in the 70s and is still making music and performing around the world. (AP Photo/David Goldman)

The ever-lasting beauty of Earth, Wind & Fire

By Jonathan Shelby, Lifestyle Writer
October 2, 2023
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