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A two-panel oil on canvas art piece titled “Primavera” by Virginia Derryberry is displayed in the Portrait Exhibition Suite Gallery in the NIU Art Museum at Altgeld Hall. Derryberry's current work includes large-scale oil on canvas figure narrative paintings along with fabric/costume constructions. (Marco Alvarez | Northern Star)

NIU Art Museum holds portrait exhibition

By Sierra Usmani, Lifestyle Writer
September 5, 2024
A photo illustration shows money and credit cards on a table. Becoming financially literate and developing healthy money habits is crucial to financial success. (Brynn Krug | Northern Star)

Become financially literate, see benefits

By Sierra Usmani, Lifestyle Writer
August 27, 2024
A photo illustration shows a picnic. Make sure you practice healthy habits this summer such as staying hydrated and spending time outdoors. (Brynn Krug | Northern Star)

Enjoy summer, stay healthy

By Sierra Usmani, Lifestyle Writer
May 2, 2024
A woman on a run holds her knee. Prioritizing knee health is crucial for future mobility. (Getty Images)

Knees are knee-cessary

By Sierra Usmani, Lifestyle Writer
April 29, 2024
A woman holds her hands to her head while sitting with a computer in front of her. Overthinking can cause problems for both your mental and physical health. (valentinrussanov | Getty Images)

Overthinking leads to stress

By Sierra Usmani, Lifestyle Writer
April 17, 2024
A person holds a paper cutout of intestines over their stomach. Gut health is important to ensuring proper physical health. (SewcreamStudio | Getty Images)

Prioritize your gut health

By Sierra Usmani, Lifestyle Writer
April 10, 2024
Fingers touch a wooden block that has a symbol of a person on it. For a successful college experience, students should identify what's important and choose what to value in life. (Getty Images)

Identify values, reinforce personal growth

By Sierra Usmani, Lifestyle Writer
March 24, 2024
A person holds a pen to a color wheel. Colors can influence our psychology and the way we think about things. (humonia | Getty Images)

Color can make you feel good

By Sierra Usmani, Lifestyle Writer
March 18, 2024
A circle of zodiac signs sits on top of a starry sky. Astrology is something many people believe makes a difference in their lives. (Getty Images)

Let the stars guide you: understanding astrology

By Sierra Usmani, Lifestyle Writer
February 19, 2024
Rebecca Franzen sits on her phone, illuminated by morning light. Coming to Cast Iron Coffee is a part of her morning routine because she “likes the quiet atmosphere and minimal distractions,” Franzen said. (Anna Scanlan | Northern Star)

Change your life with morning, night routines

By Sierra Usmani , Lifestyle Writer
February 8, 2024
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