Darius ParkerScene Editor:“Get Me Bodied” by BeyonceIf I could pick a song that best helps me study, it would have to be “Get Me Bodied” by Beyonce. This song gives me the extra kick I need to stay motivated to push through those long paragraphs...

Homecoming week is upon us. Some spend it attending countless after parties and some go home to be with friends or family. Regardless of your homecoming plans this year, you’ll need a playlist to keep you on your feet.Here’s what the Northern Star...

DeKalb | I hope adding two new cast members to Love and Hip Hop: Hollywood, reality TV’s guilty pleasure, isn’t just a plan to boost ratings.The Love and Hip Hop franchise has grown in popularity since its debut in 2011 in New York; a chronicle of...

Northern Star staffCongratulations! You’ve successfully made your way through the first week of classes. Take some time to unwind and escape from the strenuous homework and not-so-friendly professors at these events this weekend:TodayGraduate student...

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...

Phi Rho Eta will switch things up for the Battle of the Sexes competition with a new location.Battle of the Sexes is a competitive event that crowns whichever gender excels in performing arts. The event is free and will be held at 6 p.m. in the Cole Hall...

Nails are an accessory you can wear everyday. Students are embracing this trend with long nails in bold colors.Check out how some NIU students wear this style below. Gladys Sanchez, junior special education major, said she rocks black nails as a statement.“I’m...

“Walk Of Shame” attendees will become part of the show through lewd, fake profiles created with photos of their faces.The interactive “Walk Of Shame” is part of an annual student-produced skit show themed around Valentine’s Day. The comedy show...