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Editorial: DAYGLOW debacle evidence of bigger problem

By Northern Star Editorial Board | March 8, 2012

When the announcement of DAYGLOW’s cancellation hit the NIU community, Facebook lit up. Just two days before the sold-out event was scheduled to take place, NIU’s administration pulled the plug on the “world’s largest paint party,” citing issues...

NIU, DAYGLOW feel financial hit following event cancellation

By Alex Fiore | March 7, 2012

Both NIU and DAYGLOW felt financial ramifications after a Feb. 25 Convocation Center performance was canceled. DAYGLOW stands to lose over $100,000 in ticket sales and NIU stands to lose up to $22,305 in box office, licensing and labor fees due to the...

DAYGLOW canceled

By Alex Fiore | February 26, 2012

Some 3,500 people who purchased tickets Saturday’s Convocation Center performance were forced to change plans. The Convocation Center announced Thursday that DAYGLOW was canceled due to “facility production concerns.” DAYGLOW, the self-proclaimed...

Convo issues reminders to DAYGLOW ticket holders

By Connor Rice | February 22, 2012

The Convocation Center would like to provide several reminders to DAYGLOW ticket holders before Saturday. “DAYGLOW is a one of a kind 18 years of age and older experience,” said the Convo in a press release. “Please be prepared to show a state-issued...

DAYGLOW set to paint the Convo red

By Alex Fiore | November 9, 2011

Paint it, black. Or red. Or yellow or purple or any color you like next semester. The NIU Convocation Center, 1525 Lincoln Highway, announced via press release Wednesday it will host DAYGLOW, the self-proclaimed "World's Largest Paint Party," on Feb....