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Editorial: Master Plan’s goals too idealistic

By Northern Star Editorial Board | April 7, 2014

NIU’s ambitions are more than its means when it comes to the Master Plan Thesis.The Master Plan Thesis is a series of objectives — remove Stevenson and Douglas, close Normal Road to car traffic, have food trucks visit every Friday in the fall, etc....

Weekly Gripe: Hours for Hub not followed

By Danny Cozzi | April 2, 2014

I’m tired of trudging my way to night classes hoping to grab a cup of coffee only to see the Huskies Hub closed early. Again.This gripe is going to cause me a bit of awkwardness today as I pay for my breakfast this morning, but it’s time someone complains...

Editorial: Review goals for NIU plan

By Northern Star Editorial Board | March 31, 2014

In a time of potential budget cuts and falling enrollment numbers, necessity over luxury is key when it comes to Master Plan priorities and campus renovations.According to “A Campus Re:Envisioned” — which was proposed to the Board of Trustees and...

Wellness Fair features health screenings

By Northern Star Staff | March 25, 2014

The annual Wellness Fair will be held 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. March 26 in the Duke Ellington Ballroom of the Holmes Student Center.More than 85 exhibitors, with an assortment of health information, will be featured. The fair will highlight different levels...

Thesis blueprints to be on display

By Northern Star Staff | March 17, 2014

The Student Association will display blueprints of the campus master plan thesis beginning today.The master plan thesis showcases ideas for campus improvements to attract and retain students. The blueprints will be on display from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. today...

Voting in SA elections a student duty

By Kim Randall | March 2, 2014

Voting in the upcoming Student Association executive elections is vital to get students’ voices heard.On March 25 and 26 students can vote for candidates running for the positions of president, vice president, treasurer and student trustee. Voting will...

College Grind needs local performers

By Danny Cozzi | February 18, 2014

NIU needs a more integrated community. Let’s start with student musicians.The College Grind, a new coffee shop in the Holmes Student Center, hosts Live Music Mondays every week. Since its grand opening, I’ve considered the College Grind a place where...

Holmes cafe mixes live music into coffee

By James Green | February 4, 2014

The Holmes Student Center’s College Grind will host live music Monday nights for free.For the first three Mondays of every month, the Leftridge Sextet, led by Kenneth Leftridge, senior jazz studies major, will play at 8 p.m. at the cafe.A different...

Research showcase registration open

By Northern Star Staff | January 27, 2014

Registration for Undergraduate Research and Artistry day has opened.The event is sponsored by the Office of Student Engagement and Experiential Learning.Undergraduate students who have participated in a faculty mentored research or artistry project is...

SCREAM host recreational fun

By Northern Star Staff | January 16, 2014

Get ready to SCREAM.SCREAM, or Student Center Recreation, Entertainment and More, was created by the Campus Activities Board. The group will host events and students will be able to attend these events throughout the spring.Events include free screenings...

Lauren DeFries, student leader at Grace Place, looks through racks of clothing Friday afternoon during the Fabulous Fashionistas event at Grace Place, 401 Normal Rd. TAILS Humane Society hosted the Fabulous Fashionistas event where they sold designer clothing and shoes from upscale consignment shops for $3 to $5. Proceeds from the event are donated to caring for homeless animals.

Fashionistas assist TAILS

By Allison Krecek | December 8, 2013

Designer clothing to handmade scarves and jewelry — locals could find all that and more at the Fabulous Fashionistas sale Thursday to Saturday.Across the street from the Holmes Student Center, shoppers were able to buy designer clothing and accessories...

New House owners a fresh start for venue

By Northern Star Editorial Board | November 20, 2013

The Editorial Board has high hopes for The House Cafe’s new ownership.The House, 263 E. Lincoln Highway, was purchased by Anthony Solario, Lisa Cowley and Corey Twombly in October.The House has always provided a sense of community that’s unlike that...