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Safe Passage reaches to those in need

Safe Passage reaches to those in need

By Kyra Johnson, Lifestyle Writer | October 25, 2018

Students must remain hopeful for Freeman’s presidency

By Northern Star Editorial Board | September 19, 2018

Lisa Freeman was approved for contract negotiations Thursday as NIU’s first female president, and the Northern Star Editorial Board would like to express a cautiously optimistic attitude.Despite disagreeing with the override, the Editorial Board recognizes...

Self-Injury Awareness Day is a symbol of hope

Self-Injury Awareness Day is a symbol of hope

By Holly New | February 24, 2013

An orange ribbon: a symbol of hope for a misunderstood problem. March 1 is National Self-Injury Awareness Day, a day meant for learning about self-injury and providing resources to those who need help. It’s important for people to know what self-injury...

‘Darlin,’ only the good die young’

By Leah Spagnoli | July 9, 2012

Two and a half year ago my friend was diagnosed with Ewing’s sarcoma, a small, round and rare tumor found in soft tissue or bone. The disease announced itself after my classmate, who is one of my best friends, finished his senior football season and...

What’s the most important issue of this election?

What’s the most important issue of this election?

The political campaigns are ratcheting up in anticipation for the election, only a couple of weeks away. Every politician is trying their hardest to show why they are the better candidate for political office. For this week's "In Focus," various Northern...