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Tim Dodge

Tim Dodge, Social Media Manager

Tim Dodge is a senior journalism major and a sports journalism minor at NIU. He began as a photographer in the spring of 2023 and became the senior photojournalist in the spring of 2024. Tim enjoys photographing sporting events, playing golf, video games and is a fan of the Chicago Bears, Bulls, White Sox, and the St. Louis Cardinals.

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NIU baseball junior pitcher John Lyman (8) throws a pitch during the Huskies’ game against the University of Illinois Chicago on March 26. The Huskies hit 4 home runs in a 17-10 victory against Butler University on Friday. (Tim Dodge | Northern Star)

[Photo] Huskies overpower Bulldogs in series opener

By Joseph Segreti, Sports Reporter
March 28, 2025
Jonathan Shelby stands behind the Weekend Rundown. In this Weekend Writeup, you can find events such as Karoshi-Con, Anon(ymous) and an NIU Opera Performance. (Tim Dodge | Northern Star)

[Photo] ‘Anon(ymous),’ anime conventions this weekend

By Jonathan Shelby, Lifestyle Editor
March 28, 2025
Redshirt sophomore quarterback Josh Holst (left) and redshirt junior quarterback Jalen Macon drop back to pass during NIU’s first spring football practice on Thursday inside the Chessick Practice Center in DeKalb. Holst and Macon are two of the top contenders to be the Huskies’ starting quarterback in 2025. (Tim Dodge | Northern Star)

[Photo] 3 takeaways from NIU football’s first spring practice

By Skyler Kisellus, Senior Sports Reporter
March 27, 2025
NIU baseball senior outfielder Gavin Baldwin comes home after hitting a home run in the first inning of the Huskies’ midweek battle with the University of Illinois Chicago Flames. Baldwin scored the first run for NIU in a 13-5 loss on Wednesday. (Tim Dodge | Northern Star)

[Photo] ‘Ugly, not good:’ Baseball flames out against UIC

By Joseph Segreti, Sports Reporter
March 26, 2025
NIU junior guard Quaran McPherson (24) dribbles up court while sophomore guard Quentin Jones (1) runs ahead during a Mid-American Conference game against Kent State University on Jan. 7 inside the Convocation Center in DeKalb. McPherson and Jones are among four NIU men's basketball players entering the transfer portal. (Tim Dodge | Northern Star)

[Photo] Quentin Jones, Quaran McPherson among 4 NIU guards entering transfer portal

By Skyler Kisellus, Senior Sports Reporter
March 26, 2025
NIU then-freshman catcher Cooper Cohn (4) sprints to first base against the University of Illinois Chicago on April 24. The Huskies dropped both games in a doubleheader against Central Michigan University on Saturday, extending their losing streak to eight. (Tim Dodge | Northern Star)

[Photo] Huskies’ bats go cold in doubleheader sweep against Central Michigan University

By Logan Whittington, Sports Reporter
March 23, 2025
NIU wrestling redshirt junior Blake West takes down Southern Illinois University Edwardsville freshman Drew Davis as the Huskies defeated SIUE by a score of 19-12 on Feb. 22. West, along with redshirt sophomore Landen Johnson, were eliminated from the NCAA Wrestling Championship on Friday. (Tim Dodge | Northern Star)

[Photo] Huskie duo comes up short in NCAA Tourney

By James Bennett, Sports Reporter
March 22, 2025
Redshirt senior tight end Tristen Tewes (left) engages with a blocking pad held by redshirt senior offensive lineman J.J. Lippe during NIU's Pro Day on Wednesday inside the Chessick Practice Center. Tewes and Lippe were two of the 17 Huskies to work out in front of NFL scouts. (Tim Dodge | Northern Star)

[Photo] Huskies showcase talents for NFL scouts at Pro Day

By Skyler Kisellus, Senior Sports Reporter
March 18, 2025
Former linebacker Tyler Jackson runs the three-cone drill during NIU’s annual Pro Day on March 7, 2024, inside the Chessick Practice Center. The school will hold its next Pro Day on Monday, with 18 total players expected to attend. (Tim Dodge | Northern Star)

[Photo] NIU to host Pro Day for draft hopefuls

By Skyler Kisellus, Senior Sports Reporter
March 15, 2025
NIU women's basketball head coach Lisa Carlsen consults the team during a timeout at the Convocation Center in DeKalb. Lisa Carlsen resigned from NIU on Monday after 10 seasons with the Huskies. (Tim Dodge | Northern Star)

[Photo] BREAKING: Lisa Carlsen resigns after 10 seasons with NIU

By Edison Miller, Sports Editor
March 10, 2025
The NIU women's basketball team huddles around one another ahead of its double overtime victory against Bowling Green State University on Saturday. Sports Editor Edison Miller gave his three takeaways from NIU's season after the Huskies were eliminated from postseason contention following its 79-70 loss against the University of Toledo on Wednesday. (Tim Dodge | Northern Star)

[Photo] MILLER: Three takeaways from women’s basketball’s fruitless 2024-25 campaign

By Edison Miller, Sports Editor
March 6, 2025
NIU women's basketball graduate student guard Chelby Koker drives with the basketball against a Bowling Green defender. After posting back-to-back double-digit performances, Koker was awarded Mid-American Conference Player of the Week. (Tim Dodge | Northern Star)

[Photo] Koker nabs MAC Player of the Week

By Northern Star Sports Staff
March 4, 2025
NIU men's basketball senior guard James Dent Jr. (14) attempts a contested field goal against Kent State University senior guard Jalen Sullinger (13) amid the Huskies' 68-50 loss against Kent State on Jan. 7. NIU snapped an 11-game losing skid Friday, overcoming Central Michigan University by a score of 83-81 in double overtime.(Tim Dodge | Northern Star)

[Photo] Huskies drop Senior Night battle with Bowling Green

By Joseph Segreti, Sports Reporter
March 5, 2025
NIU men's basketball head coach Rashon Burno argues with an official during the first half of the team's home finale against Central Michigan University on March 5, 2024, inside the Convocation Center. The Huskies are 38-76 overall and 21-43 against the Mid-American Conference since Burno took over as head coach in March 2021. (Tim Dodge | Northern Star)

[Photo] KISELLUS: NIU stuck in reverse under Rashon Burno

By Skyler Kisellus, Senior Sports Reporter
March 4, 2025
NIU junior guard Alecia Doyle (22) claps and freshman guard Lexi Carlsen (20) screams after Bowling Green called a timeout during the fourth quarter. Doyle and Carlsen both led the Huskies with 43 minutes played. (Tim Dodge | Northern Star)

Gallery: Huskies win thriller over Bowling Green in double overtime

By Erin Marie Barker and Tim Dodge
March 2, 2025
Bowling Green State University women's basketball head coach Fred Chmiel shouts while getting held back by a member of the Bowling Green coaching staff on Saturday at the Convocation Center in DeKalb. Chmiel was ejected from Saturday's game late in the second overtime period before NIU defeated Bowling Green by a score of 84-77. (Tim Dodge | Northern Star)

[Photo] Huskies storm back for huge senior night victory over Bowling Green

By Joseph Segreti, Sports Reporter
March 2, 2025
NIU President Lisa Freeman (from left), NIU Vice President and Director of Athletics Sean Frazier and Horizon League Commissioner Julie Roe Lach pose for a photo-op after a press conference Thursday at the Convocation Center in DeKalb. The university announced Thursday it will send its non-football sports, except for gymnastics and wrestling, to the Horizon League in 2026. (Tim Dodge | Northern Star)

[Photo] NIU finalizes move to Horizon League for non-football sports in 2026

By Skyler Kisellus, Senior Sports Reporter
February 27, 2025
NIU women's basketball senior guard Laura Nickel drives toward the paint amid the Huskies' 69-66 loss against the University of Illinois Chicago on Nov. 27. NIU lost to Kent State University on the road, suffering a 76-58 loss on Wednesday. (Tim Dodge | Northern Star)

[Photo] Women’s basketball falls to Kent State despite leading at halftime

By Micah Huff, Sports Reporter
February 27, 2025
NIU men's basketball junior guard Quaran McPherson drives toward the hoop, battling a Kent State University defender amid the Huskies' 68-50 loss to Kent State on Jan. 7. The Huskies lost to Miami University by a score of 87-58 on Tuesday. (Tim Dodge | Northern Star)

[Photo] Men’s basketball suffers ninth-straight loss on the road against Miami

By Joseph Segreti, Sports Reporter
February 25, 2025
NIU baseball then-senior shortstop Andre Demetral (1) gets set to throw the ball to first base for an out during the first inning against the University of Illinois Chicago on April 24. The Huskies lost their series against Southeast Missouri State University on Sunday, dropping an 11-1 game. (Tim Dodge | Northern Star)

[Photo] Huskies drop second straight series, fall to Redhawks in 8 innings

By Kalin Schaefer, Assistant Sports Editor
February 24, 2025
NIU women's basketball freshman guard Lexi Carlsen dribbles the ball to the top of the key during the Huskies' 51-50 overtime loss to Idaho State University on Dec. 20. NIU was defeated by the University of Ohio on Wednesday by a score of 64-60. (Tim Dodge | Northern Star)

[Photo] Huskies fall to Ohio as their three-game winning streak comes to a close

By Micah Huff, Sports Reporter
February 20, 2025
NIU then-freshman center fielder Charlie Parcell (44) makes a catch during the bottom of the first inning against the University of Illinois Chicago on April 24. The Huskies hit 4 homeruns in a 21-2 defeat of Nicholls State University on Sunday. (Tim Dodge | Northern Star)

[Photo] Huskies offense surges for high scoring first win

By Joseph Segreti, Sports Reporter
February 17, 2025
NIU then-freshman catcher Cooper Cohn (4) runs to first during the first inning against the University of Illinois Chicago on April 24. NIU baseball dropped a 10-2 game against Nicholls State University on Saturday. (Tim Dodge | Northern Star)

[Photo] Huskies leave 12 on base, fall to Nicholls

By Kalin Schaefer, Assistant Sports Editor
February 16, 2025
NIU men's basketball senior guard James Dent Jr. attempts a jump shot against Miami University on Jan. 14 at the Convocation Center. The Huskies took on the Ball State University Cardinals on Saturday, taking the Cardinals to overtime before losing 89-83. (Tim Dodge | Northern Star)

[Photo] Men’s basketball suffers sixth-straight loss to Ball State in overtime

By Joseph Segreti, Sports Reporter
February 16, 2025
NIU women's basketball graduate student guard Chelby Koker (10) dribbles past mid court, driving past University of Illinois Chicago senior guard Jalysa Stokes (0) amid the Huskies' 69-66 loss against UIC on Nov. 27 at the Convocation Center. The Huskies won their third-straight game Saturday, defeating Western Michigan University by a score of 60-51. (Tim Dodge | Northern Star)

[Photo] Women’s basketball picks up third-straight road win, fends off Western Michigan

By Edison Miller, Sports Editor
February 15, 2025
NIU then-junior pitcher Conner Lutes (36) pitches during the second inning against the University of Illinois Chicago on April 24. NIU baseball lost a 5-3 game against Nicholls State University on Friday to open its season. (Tim Dodge | Northern Star)

[Photo] Late Rally Spoils Huskies’ Season Opener

By Joseph Segreti, Sports Reporter
February 15, 2025
A graphic depicts the top 10 presidents with the most executive orders signed during their time in office. President Donald Trump has signed over 50 executive orders since being inaugurated on Jan. 20. (Tim Dodge | Northern Star)

[Photo] Editorial: Trump’s executive orders are an abuse of power

By Northern Star Editorial Board
February 12, 2025
NIU men's basketball junior guard Steven Tipton prepares to attempt a free throw during the Huskies' 84-69 defeat against Miami University on Jan. 14. The Huskies fell on the road against Bowling Green State University on Tuesday by a score of 84-77. (Tim Dodge | Northern Star)

[Photo] Men’s basketball falls to Bowling Green, remains winless on the road

By Joseph Segreti, Sports Reporter
February 5, 2025
NIU men's basketball sophomore guard Kailon Nichols approaches a Kent State university defender while approaching the top of the key during NIU's 68-50 loss against Kent State on Jan. 7. The Huskies suffered an 89-85 loss against the University of Toledo on Saturday. (Tim Dodge | NIU Northern Star)

[Photo] Huskies’ rally falls short in loss to Toledo

By Joseph Segreti, Sports Reporter
February 2, 2025
NIU women's basketball graduate student guard Chelby Koker (10) drives toward the hoop, battling a University of Illinois Chicago defender amid the Huskies' 69-66 loss against UIC on Nov. 27. The Huskies fell to the University at Buffalo on Saturday by a score of 84-58. (Tim Dodge | Northern Star)

[Photo] Women’s basketball suffers blowout to Buffalo on the road

By Micah Huff, Sports Reporter
February 1, 2025
Former NIU football redshirt senior wide receiver Trayvon Rudolph (3) runs out of bounds to NIU's sideline during the Huskies' 25-23 loss against Ball State University on Oct. 26 in Muncie, Indiana. Sports reporter Micah Huff elaborates on why he believes the transfer portal is ruining college football. (Tim Dodge | Northern Star)

[Photo] Huff: The transfer portal is ruining college football

By Micah Huff, Sports Reporter
January 22, 2025
NIU women's basketball junior guard Alecia Doyle (22), battles with University of Illinois Chicago senior guard Krystyna Ellew (14) in the Huskies' 69-66 loss against UIC on Nov. 27. The Huskies snapped a five-game losing streak Wednesday, overcoming Eastern Michigan University by a score of 78-70. (Tim Dodge | Northern Star)

[Photo] Huskies snap five-game losing streak in comeback win over Eastern Michigan

By Edison MIller, Sports Editor
January 22, 2025
NIU men’s basketball sophomore guard Quentin Jones (1) drives toward the hoop while fending off a Kent State University defender in the Huskies’ 68-50 loss to Kent State on Jan. 7. Jones had 17 points Tuesday in NIU’s 72-70 loss against Western Michigan University in Kalamazoo, Michigan. (Tim Dodge | Northern Star)

[Photo] Second-half NIU comeback falls short at Western Michigan

By Skyler Kisellus, Senior Sports Reporter
January 22, 2025
NIU women's basketball head coach Lisa Carlsen speaks to the team during a timeout in it's game against the University of Illinois Chicago on Nov. 27. Sports editor Edison Miller discusses the Huskies' three biggest downfalls this season amid NIU's five-game losing streak. (Tim Dodge | Northern Star)

[Photo] Women’s basketball’s three biggest downfalls

By Edison Miller, Sports Editor
January 21, 2025
NIU gymnastics then-junior gymnast Isabella Sissi swings her arm up after landing a backflip during the beam event as teammates cheer behind. Sissi scored a 9.850 on the uneven bars event Friday at the Eastern Michigan University Quad Meet to tie for second place. (Tim Dodge | Northern Star)

[Photo] Gymnastics finishes third in EMU quad-meet

By Claire Valenti, Sports Reporter
January 18, 2025
NIU then-junior left fielder CJ Cepicky (39) listens to the third base coach talk game strategy before the top of the eighth inning starts against the University of Illinois Chicago on April 24. NIU baseball released its 2025 season schedule on Dec 18. (Tim Dodge | Northern Star)

[Photo] Baseball unveils 2025 schedule

By Kalin Schaefer, Assistant Sports Editor
January 14, 2025
Kristy Schomaker, a digital services commercialization leader at Trane Commercial, sits at a table and speaks during the AI and Machine Learning panel discussion as part of the Engineering Showcase on Nov. 15 in the Engineering Building. Opinion Columnist Lalita Rai believes that women entering the STEM field should advocate for themselves and not feel outside pressure from men. (Tim Dodge | Northern Star)

[Photo] Women entering the STEM field need to advocate for themselves

By Lalita Rai, Opinion Columnist
January 13, 2025
A graphic depicts the words "No to Plastic," a turtle covered in plastic, the Earth inside a plastic bag and a seal stuck inside plastic. Opinion Columnist Lalita Rai believes more should be done to reduce the amount of plastic pollution on Earth. (Tim Dodge | Northern Star)

[Photo] Society needs to do more to reduce effects of plastic pollution

By Lalita Rai, Opinion Columnist
January 12, 2025
A map shows 1024 and 934 W. Hillcrest Drive. A fire broke out at these apartments Sunday night. (Apple Maps under Fair Use)

[Photo] Breaking: Fire at 1000 Block of Hillcrest Drive

By Devin Oommen, News Editor
December 22, 2024
A graphic depicts a police shield, police officers, people decorating a Christmas tree and the Target logo under the words “Heroes and Helpers.” The DeKalb Target and the DeKalb Police are teaming up to host the Heroes and Helpers event. (Tim Dodge | Northern Star)

[Photo] DeKalb Police and Target hosts “Heroes and Helpers” event

By Anna Wittenkeller, News Reporter
December 9, 2024
NIU Penguin Players raise their arms and sing the pickleball song during their performance on Sunday inside the Cavan Auditorium at Gabel Hall. NIU’s Penguin Players is a group that provides adults with disabilities the chance to perform a musical. (Tim Dodge | Northern Star)

[Photo] Penguin Players show what it means to be a hero

By Brynn Krug, Editor in Chief
December 9, 2024
Freshman forward Jayden Mott prepares to shoot a free throw on Tuesday at the Convocation Center. Mott made his second-straight start on Saturday as NIU men's basketball lost 101-57 to the University of Northern Iowa. (Tim Dodge | Northern Star)

[Photo] Slow start cripples Huskies as they fall to Northern Iowa

By Joseph Segreti, Sports Reporter
December 8, 2024
Ashley Johnson, SGA's chief of staff, stands behind a podium and addresses the crowd during the state of the SGA address held at noon Wednesday in the Sandburg Auditorium located in the Holmes Student Center. During the event, Johnson introduced each speaker before they gave their addresses. (Tim Dodge | Northern Star)

[Photo] SGA holds annual State of the SGA Address

By Kahlil Kambui, Assistant Lifestyle Editor
December 5, 2024
Senior guard James Dent Jr. (14) shoots a fade-away jumper against Benedictine University on Tuesday at the Convocation Center. Dent is averaging 13.6 points per game as NIU men's basketball stands at 3-6 on the season. (Tim Dodge | Northern Star)

[Photo] SEGRETI: New stars can’t overcome men’s basketball’s struggles

By Joseph Segreti, Sports Reporter
December 4, 2024
The Ellwood House Museum, located at 420 Linden Place, sits on a Tuesday afternoon. The Ellwood House is opening Ellcourt during the holiday season, with self-guided tours occurring Wednesday through Sunday along with Monday through Dec. 15. (Tim Dodge | Northern Star)

[Photo] Ellwood House Museum celebrates the holidays with decor

By Kahlil Kambui, Assistant Lifestyle Editor
December 3, 2024
Sophomore guard Kailon Nicholls (5) cuts around Benedictine University junior guard Brandon McCoy (1) and charges towards the basket on Tuesday at the Convocation Center. Nicholls finished with a career-high 14 points as NIU men's basketball defeated Benedictine 89-70 on Tuesday. (Tim Dodge | Northern Star)

[Photo] Men’s basketball cruises past Benedictine, ends losing streak

By Lucas Didier, Former Sports Editor
December 3, 2024
A graphic depicts a university representing NIU, the dollar sign and a paper that says "Grant." NIU announced a new grant on Nov. 20 that starting in the fall 2025 semester will provide up to $10,000 over four years to incoming freshmen college students who live on campus. (Tim Dodge | Northern Star)

[Photo] NIU announces AIM High Campus Housing Grant for eligible freshmen

By Emily Beebe, Opinion Editor
December 2, 2024
A graphic depicts the words “Class of 2024” and “Gradpalooza” along with photos of the Holmes Student Center, Victor E. Huskie and Mission III. The Class of 2024 Gradpalooza event will occur from 2:30 p.m. to 5 p.m. on Dec. 11 at the Holmes Student Center. (Tim Dodge | Northern Star)

[Photo] NIU to host Class of 2024 Gradpalooza event

By Austin Lamb, Assistant News Editor
December 2, 2024
A graphic depicts a water collection container, people growing a tree, different environmental aspects such as a sun and trees representing the recycle symbol and a lab research center. The Northern Illinois Center for Community Sustainability has an estimated grand opening set for late 2026 or early 2027 and is a research center targeting food systems, water resources and environmental change. (Tim Dodge | Northern Star)

[Photo] NICCS Director Matthew Deitch shares goals for NIU sustanability efforts

By Abel Naranjo, News Reporter
December 2, 2024
NIU senior defensive tackle Devonte O’Malley (8) and redshirt senior tight end Tristen Tewes (82) wield flags as they lead the Huskies onto the field before kickoff of NIU’s 29-16 win against the University of Akron on Nov. 13 at Huskie Stadium. O’Malley and Tewes will be among the 30 seniors honored before Saturday’s home finale against Central Michigan University. (Tim Dodge | Northern Star)

[Photo] NIU seeks strong home finish in Senior Day clash

By Skyler Kisellus, Senior Sports Reporter
November 27, 2024
City Manager Bill Nicklas speaks to the crowd Tuesday during the DeKalb Public Library Board of Trustees special meeting. Emily Faulkner, DeKalb Public Library director, proposed a budget of $4.1 million instead of the original levy of $4.6 million. (Tim Dodge | Northern Star)

[Photo] DeKalb Public Library Board passes 0% increase property tax levy

By Austin Lamb, Assistant News Editor
November 20, 2024
A graphic depicts a snowflake, books, a computer, people sitting at desks and the words "January" and "J Term." NIU is offering a J Term leading into the spring 2025 semester, which is where specific courses will be offered over winter break. (Tim Dodge | Northern Star)

[Photo] NIU to offer J-term courses for second consecutive year

By Austin Lamb, Assistant News Editor
November 19, 2024
A graphic depicts a robot, a Huskie, a phone with text messages and the word "AI." On Nov. 6, NIU launched its new resource called Mission AI chatbot, which provides answers and resources to students questions. (Tim Dodge | Northern Star)

[Photo] NIU’s Mission AI Chatbot provides support to students

By Emily Beebe, Opinion Editor
November 18, 2024
Scott Meyer, an entrepreneur, educator and writer, speaks during the AI and Machine Learning panel discussion. Meyer co-founded Chipp and helped NIU launch its first AI tutors in calculus, advising and physics. (Tim Dodge | Northern Star)

[Photo] College of Engineering and Engineering Technology hosts second annual showcase

By Joseph Ndu, Senior News Reporter
November 18, 2024
Speaker Manny Corpuz and Clerk Cameron Sawyer sit at a table while Speaker Corpuz bangs the gavel on the table. Senator Matt Robinson was dismissed from the SGA Senate Friday due to accumulating too many absences. (Tim Dodge | Northern Star)

[Photo] Matt Robinson dismissed from SGA senate

By Kahlil Kambui, Assistant Lifestyle Editor
November 18, 2024
Redshirt junior quarterback Ethan Hampton (2) turns and prepares to hand the ball to redshirt senior running back Gavin Williams (21) on Wednesday at Huskie Stadium. NIU football will play the Miami University RedHawks on Tuesday, seeking to bring the Mallory Cup to NIU for the first time since it was created in 2018. (Tim Dodge | Northern Star)

[Photo] NIU to play Miami (Ohio) for Mallory Cup in road finale

By Skyler Kisellus, Senior Sports Reporter
November 18, 2024
The NIU wrestling coaching staff encourages from the sidelines in the Huskies' meet against Southern Illinois University Edwardsville in February. The Huskies suffered their first loss Saturday against Northwestern University. (Tim Dodge | Northern Star)

[Photo] Wrestling takes first loss against Northwestern

By Claire Valenti, Sports Reporter
November 17, 2024
NIU men's basketball guard Quentin Jones (1) drives toward the basket Tuesday in the Huskies' game against Monmouth University. After traveling to Peoria Saturday, the Huskies drop to 2-2 following a 76-60 defeat against the University of Bradley Braves. (Tim Dodge | Northern Star)

[Photo] Huskies fall to Braves behind poor shooting

By Joseph Segreti, Sports Reporter
November 17, 2024
NIU redshirt senior wide receiver Trayvon Rudolph (3) throws a 39-yard touchdown pass near the end of the first quarter in Wednesday’s 29-16 win against the University of Akron Zips. Rudolph’s touchdown was his first passing score since his days as a high school quarterback. (Tim Dodge | Northern Star)

[Photo] ‘It felt amazing:’ the special meaning behind Trayvon Rudolph’s tricky TD pass

By Skyler Kisellus, Senior Sports Reporter
November 15, 2024
NIU senior tight end Grayson Barnes (81) is lifted up in the endzone by redshirt senior offensive lineman J.J Lippe (79) and celebrates in the endzone after catching a touchdown pass during the second quarter. Barnes had one catch for the game and it came on the touchdown pass. (Tim Dodge | Northern Star)

Gallery: Huskies defeat Akron in midweek MACtion

By Tim Dodge, Social Media Manager
November 14, 2024
NIU football redshirt junior Justin Lynch (5) celebrates in the endzone with redshirt senior running back Gavin Williams (21) after Williams rushed for a 71-yard touchdown in the fourth quarter Wednesday against the University of Akron Zips. The Huskies defeated the Zips 29-16, advancing to six wins on the season and clinching a bowl game. (Tim Dodge | Northern Star)

[Photo] Seniors shine against Akron, lead NIU to bowl bid

By Skyler Kisellus, Senior Sports Reporter
November 14, 2024
A graphic depicts a turkey with the word "Thanksgiving" above it, a police car and wine glasses with a car representing drunk driving. The "Click it or Ticket" and "Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over" campaigns will begin Nov. 22 and end Dec. 2. (Tim Dodge | Northern Star)

[Photo] DeKalb County Sheriff’s office partners with local, state law enforcement agencies

By Austin Lamb, Assistant News Editor
November 14, 2024
Members of the NIU Orchestra rehearse in the Boutell Memorial Concert Hall on Wednesday. Silas Huff is the director of the NIU Philharmonic and Opera Orchestras and has been at NIU since Fall 2023. (Tim Dodge | Northern Star)

[Photo] Silas Huff: Orchestral director

By Gray Edelstein and Kahlil Kambui
November 13, 2024
NIU football redshirt senior wide receiver Trayvon Rudolph winds up before launching his 39-yard touchdown pass at the end of the first quarter Wednesday against the University of Akron Zips. The Huskies finished the first half with a 23-16 lead. (Tim Dodge | Northern Star)

[Photo] Huskies clinch bowl game, roll past Zips

November 13, 2024
A graphic depicts a handshake referring to a partnership, students with arrows referring to transfer students, money and paper referring to scholarships and a university. NIU has partnered with Waubonsee Community College to offer the Waubonsee Excellence Scholarship. (Tim Dodge | Northern Star)

[Photo] NIU partners with Waubonsee Community College to offer new scholarship

By Emily Beebe, Opinion Editor
November 13, 2024
Freshman forward Jayden Mott drops from the rim after a dunk midway through the second half on Tuesday at the Convocation Center. NIU men's basketball scored 24 points in the paint as the Huskies defeated Monmouth University 79-66 on Tuesday. (Tim Dodge | Northern Star)

[Photo] Men’s basketball grounds Hawks

By Lucas Didier, Former Sports Editor
November 12, 2024
NIU redshirt senior offensive lineman J.J Lippe (79) lifts redshirt sophomore wide receiver Cam Thompson (0) after celebrating a touchdown late in the second quarter against Ball State University on Oct. 26. The Huskies host the University of Akron Wednesday for their second midweek MACtion game. (Tim Dodge | Northern Star)

[Photo] NIU to host Akron, needing one win for bowl eligibility

By Skyler Kisellus, Senior Sports Reporter
November 11, 2024
Senior forward Oluwasegun Durosinmi (4) dunks the ball over Holy Cross College Indiana junior Asher Puhalski (22). Durosinmi had 8 points, 5 rebounds and 3 blocks. (Tim Dodge | Northern Star)

[Photo] Huskies earn first win, roll past Holy Cross College

By Joseph Segreti, Sports Reporter
November 8, 2024
NIU football head coach Thomas Hammock, coaching staff and players watch from the sidelines during the third quarter. NIU’s next home game is on Wednesday against the University of Akron. (Tim Dodge | Northern Star)

[Photo] KISELLUS: NIU’s wild, wacky path to the MAC title game

By Skyler Kisellus, Senior Sports Reporter
November 8, 2024
Freshman running back Telly Johnson Jr. (22) runs to the right side of the field on Oct. 26 at Scheumann Stadium. Johnson scored his first career touchdown in the second quarter against Western Michigan University on Wednesday. (Northern Star File Photo)

[Photo] Huskies saddle Broncos in shootout

By Northern Star Sports Staff
November 6, 2024
People walk in to the Barsema Alumni and Visitor's Center Tuesday night to vote. The DeKalb County results will be counted until Nov. 18 or 19th (Tim Dodge | Northern Star)

[Photo] Unofficial 2024 DeKalb County results

By Northern Star Staff
November 6, 2024
Party watchers sit and eat food inside at a Democrat Election Party at 1020 Sharon Drive. The majority of the people at the party were of a middle-aged demographic. (Tim Dodge | Northern Star)

[Photo] NIU and DeKalb community host election watch parties

By Northern Star Staff
November 6, 2024
Voters stand in line inside the Barsema Alumni Visitors Center waiting to vote. The lines inside the polling place were long inside as poll close approached at 7 p.m. (Tim Dodge | Northern Star)

[Photo] Polls close for the 2024 general election

By Northern Star Staff
November 5, 2024
Then-redshirt freshman Tommy Bennett grapples a wrestler from Central Michigan University on Jan. 27. NIU wrestling begins its 2024-25 season on Saturday at Michigan State University for the Michigan State Open. (Tim Dodge | Northern Star)

[Photo] NIU wrestling looks to reach new heights in 2024-25 campaign

By James Bennett, Sports Reporter
November 6, 2024
Then-sophomore forward Ethan Butler (15) goes for a layup as defenders attempt to block him on Feb. 20 at the Convocation Center. Butler scored 10 points and pulled down six rebounds as NIU men's basketball lost 80-65 against Georgia Southern University. (Northern Star File Photo)

[Photo] Men’s basketball routed in season opener

By Joseph Segreti, Sports Reporter
November 4, 2024
A graphic depicts Illinois, papers with the letters “A” and “B” on them, money and a computer screen that says “Exam passed.” The Illinois General Assembly approved a $10 million program that would provide public university students in Illinois with free test prep and licensure classes. (Tim Dodge | Northern Star)

[Photo] Illinois General Assembly approves $10 million free test prep program

By Emily Beebe, Opinion Editor
November 3, 2024
The NIU football team rushes onto the field before kickoff of the Huskies’ 25-23 loss to Ball State University on Oct. 26 at Scheumann Stadium in Muncie, Indiana. NIU is 4-4, 1-3 MAC, with four games left in the 2024 regular season. (Tim Dodge | Northern Star)

[Photo] Huskies head to Kalamazoo for midweek MACtion

By Skyler Kisellus, Senior Sports Reporter
November 4, 2024
A graphic depicts the year 2024 along with the word "Vote" in addition to the donkey representing the Democratic Party and the elephant representing the Republican Party. DeKalb County nominees Riley N. Oncken, Anna Wilhelmi, Linda Besler and Lori Grubbs spoke to the Northern Star about why they are running for office. (Tim Dodge | Northern Star)

[Photo] 2024 DeKalb County candidate profiles

By Emily Beebe and Austin Lamb
November 1, 2024
Then-junior gymnast Isabella Sissi swings her arms out as she poses during her floor routine. NIU gymnastics revealed its 2025 schedule on Thursday. (Northern Star File Photo)

[Photo] Gymnastics reveals 2025 schedule

By Claire Valenti, Sports Reporter
October 31, 2024
NIU senior running back Antario Brown (1) sprints toward the end zone after spinning around a Ball State University defender Saturday at Scheumann Stadium in Muncie, Indiana. Brown scored a 34-yard touchdown on the play and got another in the fourth quarter to record his second two-touchdown performance of the season. (Tim Dodge | Northern Star)

[Photo] KISELLUS: Ball State heartbreaker exposed major issues for NIU

By Skyler Kisellus, Senior Sports Reporter
October 31, 2024
Then-junior forward Oluwasegun Durosinmi (4) leaps to block a shot on Jan. 23 against the University of Toledo Rockets. Durosinmi is one of five returning players for NIU men's basketball in 2024-25. (Northern Star File Photo)

[Photo] Men’s basketball faces uphill climb with fresh roster

By Joseph Segreti, Sports Reporter
October 29, 2024
NIU senior running back Antario Brown (1) celebrates after scoring a 34-yard touchdown during the first quarter to tie the game at 7-7. The Huskies will travel to Western Michigan for their next game at 6 p.m. CST Nov. 6 in Kalamazoo, Michigan. (Tim Dodge | Northern Star)

Gallery: Huskies battle at Ball State for Bronze Stalk

By Tim Dodge, Social Media Manager
October 27, 2024
Sycamore and DeKalb police stand outside Brian Bemis Toyota of DeKalb Dealership on Wednesday. At 12:25 p.m., Wednesday, police received a call about a disorderly customer making threats and causing damage. (Tim Dodge | Northern Star)

[Photo] BREAKING: Two people injured at Brian Bemis Toyota of DeKalb Dealership

By Emily Beebe, Opinion Editor
October 23, 2024
Leaves are scattered on the ground nearby Greek Row on Monday afternoon. DeKalb's annual Loose-Leaf Leaf Collection will start Monday and go through Dec. 6, weather permitting. (Tim Dodge | Northern Star)

[Photo] DeKalb to begin annual Loose-Leaf Leaf collection Monday

By Kahlil Kambui, Assistant Lifestyle Editor
October 21, 2024
The Huskies run on the field pregame with Victor E. Huskie on Saturday for the 117th Homecoming game against the University of Toledo. The attendance for the 117th Homecoming game was 18,350. (Tim Dodge | Northern Star)

Gallery: 117th Homecoming football game against Toledo

By Totus Tuus Keely and Tim Dodge
October 21, 2024
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