“The Avengers: Age of Ultron” was a non-stop chunk of pure action peppered with razor-sharp characteristics and downright clever humor.Characters who viewers have grown to love, like Captain America, Thor and Iron Man, evolved with excellent and raw...
Andrew RobertsThis is perhaps the most tedious thing you may ever do in terms of studying, but the way my mind works. I need every word re-written from my notes. This is a lengthy process that involves me opening up a sketchbook to a blank page, grabbing...
Meloncholy lyrics fused with strong synth beats rule in the third album from indie pop group Passion Pit.Entitled “Kindred,” and for good reason, the lyrics from the album’s songs speak of family and loss like in “My Brother Taught Me How to Swim.”“My...
A cool treat like ice cream, a smoothie or juice is just the thing on a sunny DeKalb day.Here's a guide to where to grab a cold treat in DeKalb. Scroll down for photos, hours and locations, or check out this interactive map. Aspen Leaf YogurtAspen Leaf...
Author Reina McKenzie, a sophomore at U of I, was invited to NIU to talk about the release of her third book, “Stepping Out of Line.”The talk included portions about writing and how to self-publish. McKenzie has self-published three books including...
Students showcase their style with statement headphones.Check out how some NIU students and see how they wear their headphones below. Junior communication major Victor Toth was listening to “Club Can’t Handle Me” by Flo Rida through his JBL earbuds.“I...
The second Battle of the Bands had three more bands than it did in October, giving the competition greater variety in genres.The event, which was Saturday in the Holmes Student Center, featured seven local bands. This year’s Battle of the Bands was...
The School of Theatre and Dance put on a unique production of William Shakespeare’s “The Comedy of Errors,” which featured female actors cast in many traditionally male roles.The play, which was performed March 21 in the Holmes Student Center, Diversions...
The Black Student Union will use the annual Rep Yo Org event to improve recruitment and retention in student organizations by showcasing each group’s talent.The sold-out show, which starts 7:30 p.m. March 19 in the Holmes Student Center, Carl Sandburg...
There’s something absolutely magical about a road trip.Maybe it’s the open roads, the feeling of freedom or even the time you get to spend with friends and family. Whether you go on a road trip this Spring Break or not, here are some great road trip...
