Ethan Rodriguez – Northern Star

Ethan Rodriguez, Former Photojournalist

Ethan Rodriguez is a sophomore from the greater St. Charles area majoring in chemistry. He started his career at the Northern Star in the fall 2024 semester. Outside of the news cycle, he enjoys photographing nature and the night sky.

All content by Ethan Rodriguez

[Photo] ‘Pragmata’ is an out-of-this-world game

By Zach Mueller, Lifestyle Writer
Apr 29, 2026

[Photo] Opinion: Commuters should spread classes throughout the week

By Lupita Diaz, Assistant Opinion Editor
Apr 23, 2026

[Photo] Jim Rhoades’ legacy lives on through new law enforcement scholarship fund

By Isabella Froh and Alyssa Welch
Apr 21, 2026

[Photo] Goat yoga returns to DeKalb Public Library

By Emily Beebe, Lifestyle Writer
Apr 14, 2026

[Photo] City Council proposes entertainment district for downtown DeKalb

By Alyssa Welch, Senior News Reporter
Apr 14, 2026

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[Photo] ‘Pokémon Champions’ mega evolutions get spotlight in new battling game

By Caleb Johnson, Lifestyle Writer
Apr 7, 2026

[Photo] It’s-a smash! ‘The Super Mario Galaxy Movie’ delivers

By Caleb Johnson, Lifestyle Writer
Apr 5, 2026

GALLERY: Duo Chinoiserie performs for International Guitar Series

By Ethan Rodriguez, Photojournalist
Apr 2, 2026

[Photo] NIU’s most active parking ticket lots

By Alyssa Welch, Senior News Reporter
Apr 1, 2026

[Photo] Opinion: Stop using ‘marketable’ language to discuss sensitive topics

By Adrian Maurer, Columnist
Mar 23, 2026

[Photo] Karen Su explores Asian American representation in children’s literature

By Kaileia O’Brien, News Reporter
Mar 18, 2026

[Photo] Opinion: Not everything needs to be a business

By Adrian Maurer, Opinion Columnist
Mar 5, 2026

[Photo] Opinion: Calling women ‘females’ is dehumanizing

By Adrian Maurer, Opinion Columnist
Mar 3, 2026

[Photo] Beyond fasting, Ramadan is a month of spiritual growth, reflection, prayer

By Kahlil Kambui, Assistant Lifestyle Editor
Feb 26, 2026

[Photo] A tale of two Britains: ‘Downton Abbey’ and ‘Bridgerton’

By Caleb Johnson, Lifestyle Writer
Feb 25, 2026

[Photo] Opinion: ‘Separate church from state’ really means ‘separate millionaires from taxes’

By Byrdie Seda, Opinion Columnist
Feb 22, 2026

[Photo] Dead air no more, Campus Live Network resurfaces

By Zach Mueller, Lifestyle Writer
Feb 16, 2026

[Photo] Opinion: Stand your ground laws are unsafe

By Habiba Kamel, Opinion Columnist
Feb 15, 2026

[Photo] Opinion: The ‘public apology’ just doesn’t work anymore

By Habiba Kamel, Opinion Columnist
Feb 10, 2026

[Photo] Stage Coach Players celebrate 25-year anniversary with Broadway classic ‘Gypsy’

By Nina Alexander, Lifestyle Writer
Feb 9, 2026

[Photo] Save your breath, avoid ‘Iron Lung’

By Zach Mueller, Lifestyle Writer
Feb 8, 2026

[Photo] 2016 moments we’ll never forget

By Zach Mueller, Lifestyle Writer
Feb 3, 2026

[Photo] NIU crime log, January 2026

By Emily Beebe, Lifestyle Writer
Feb 2, 2026

[Photo] Olive Garden may add new Sycamore location

By Alyssa Welch, Senior News Reporter
Feb 2, 2026

[Photo] Opinion: Trans people should be able to change their name for free

By Byrdie Seda, Opinion Columnist
Feb 1, 2026

[Photo] Women’s basketball drops 2nd-straight game, posts season-low scoring

By Joseph Segreti, Sports Reporter
Jan 28, 2026

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[Photo] Late rally falls short as women’s basketball loses at Eastern Michigan

By Abel Naranjo, Sports Reporter
Jan 25, 2026

[Photo] Hot 2nd-half shooting powers women’s basketball to 64-56 win over WMU

By Joseph Segreti, Sports Reporter
Jan 22, 2026

[Photo] Huskies dominated by No. 10 Iowa State

By Joseph Segreti, Sports Reporter
Dec 8, 2025

[Photo] University Council discusses enrollment strategies at final meeting of year

By Joseph Ndu, News Reporter
Dec 4, 2025

[Photo] Historical holidays return with Ellwood House Museum tours

By Nina Alexander, Lifestyle Writer
Dec 4, 2025

[Photo] Huskies’ comeback bid stalls in 69-61 loss at Indiana State

By Abel Naranjo, Sports Reporter
Dec 4, 2025

[Photo] Opinion: University of Oklahoma response to religious discrimination claim is unjustified

By Lucy Atkinson, Opinion Columnist
Dec 3, 2025

[Photo] International Flavors: Mexican recipe from NIU student

By Nina Alexander, Lifestyle Writer
Dec 2, 2025

Winter jams to raise your holiday spirits

By Lucy Atkinson, Emily Beebe, Ethan Rodriguez and Melody Elbel
Dec 2, 2025

[Photo] Balloon Bar brings event decor to DeKalb residents, businesses

By Kaileia O, News Reporter
Dec 2, 2025

[Photo] Free throw shooting boosts Huskies to first home win

By Joseph Segreti, Sports Reporter
Nov 25, 2025

[Photo] SGA bids farewell to deputy speaker, prepares for spring 2026 elections

By Joseph Ndu, News Reporter
Nov 23, 2025

[Photo] Wickedly good sips, a magical Dunkin’ collaboration

By Caleb Johnson, Lifestyle Writer
Nov 19, 2025

GALLERY: Best of Women’s Tugs

By Ethan Rodriguez and Totus Tuus Keely
Nov 19, 2025

[Photo] Alpha Sigma Alpha claims Women’s Tugs championship win

By Nina Alexander, Lifestyle Writer
Nov 17, 2025

GALLERY: Alpha Sigma Alpha claims victory at Women’s Tugs

By Ethan Rodriguez, Photo Editor
Nov 17, 2025

[Photo] Huskies snap losing streak in 5-set win over Kent State

By Claire Valenti, Sports Reporter
Nov 15, 2025

[Photo] ‘Disney Twisted-Wonderland: the Animation’ is here to entertain

By Caleb Johnson, Lifestyle Writer
Nov 12, 2025

[Photo] International Flavors: Polish recipe from NIU student

By Nina Alexander, Lifestyle Writer
Nov 11, 2025

[Photo] SGA increases size of senate to make way for 4 new senators

By Joseph Ndu, News Reporter
Nov 10, 2025

[Photo] Huskies reverse swept in final home match of year

By Logan Whittington, Sports Reporter
Nov 9, 2025

[Photo] Huskies suffer 3-1 loss to Bobcats

By Logan Whittington, Sports Reporter
Nov 8, 2025

[Photo] Lisa Freeman reiterates commitment to NIU goals at University Council

By Joseph Ndu, News Reporter
Nov 6, 2025

[Photo] Express Yourself: A call for balanced journalism, bold pulpits

By Rob McLean
Nov 5, 2025

[Photo] ‘Dispatch,’ a narrative-driven game with A-tier characters

By Jonathan Shelby, Assistant Lifestyle Editor
Nov 5, 2025

GALLERY: Halloween comes alive through Kishwaukee Symphony Orchestra for DeKalb families

By Ethan Rodriguez, Photo Editor
Nov 5, 2025

[Photo] A peak inside Mr. Willy’s Dark Art and Oddities store

By Cheryl Seguin, Lifestyle Writer
Nov 4, 2025

[Photo] Expect lies, truth, chaos at ‘Accidental Death of an Anarchist’

By Caleb Johnson, Lifestyle Writer
Nov 3, 2025

[Photo] Huskies finish last at MAC Championship

By Joseph Segreti, Sports Reporter
Nov 2, 2025

[Photo] Volleyball ends 7-game skid with reverse-sweep over Buffalo

By Logan Whittington, Sports Reporter
Nov 1, 2025

[Photo] Monsters, pirates, ageless hippies perform for DeKalb families

By Jonathan Shelby, Assistant Lifestye Editor
Oct 31, 2025

[Photo] Opinion: They’re humans, not aliens; don’t use dehumanizing language

By Kahlil Kambui, Opinion Editor
Oct 29, 2025

GALLERY: Leyendas and Myths Bonfire reads Latin American folklore

By Ethan Rodriguez, Photo Editor
Oct 29, 2025