DeKALB — Nicole Snell, a nationwide speaker with the Students Fight Back organization and the Campus Activities Board, taught students verbal and physical techniques to fight back against potential predators from 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesday at the Holmes Student...
DeKALB — The Huskie Pride sculpture in the center of the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Commons has been damaged and the "U" in NIU was sent for repairs Monday. It is suspected the U was damaged by a skateboarder, Belinda Roller, Director of Architectural...
DeKALB — Students, faculty, staff and alumni turned out in droves to enjoy food, history, entertainment and speeches at the 125th anniversary kick-off event 3 p.m. Thursday.The 125th anniversary celebration will feature a year-long series of events...
DeKALB — Ferrara Candy Company, owners of SweeTarts, Fun Dip, Nerds and more, will construct a 1.6 million square foot distribution complex in DeKalb.The distribution center is expected to be operational in 2021 and will bring an estimated 500 jobs...
DeKALB — Eight university projects, selected by committee as part of a competitive process, will receive grant funding in celebration of NIU’s 125th anniversary.The eight projects were chosen based on how effectively they would increase awareness...
DeKALB — The SGA Senate voted unanimously to approve Jeremy Pope, junior physical education major, as senator-at-large during Sunday night’s meeting. He was sworn in post-confirmation.Pope said he’s been making an effort to join student organizations...
DeKALB — San Francisco 49ers defensive back Jimmie Ward will represent NIU when the team faces the Kansas City Chiefs in Super Bowl LIV Sunday in Miami.Ward is the first NIU alum to reach and start in the Super Bowl since Ryan Diem did so as an offensive...
DeKALB — The Fashion Industries Organization is looking for male and female models to audition for its 12th annual Kohl’s-sponsored spring fashion show. Auditions will be 5 p.m. Tuesday and Wednesday in Wirtz Hall, Room 210.Members of the Fashion...
DeKALB — The S’mores Open House Wednesday at the Adventure Center introduced equipment such as ice skates and snowboards that can be rented at the Recreation Center.Students who choose to rent equipment must pay up front. Ice skates cost $3 per day,...
DeKALB — Celebrating their 35th anniversary with a day of arcade games, food and tournaments for prizes, the Star Worlds Arcade, 1234 E. Lincoln Highway, will welcome friends and families to come hang out. The event will begin at 5 p.m. Saturday. A...
