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MAP grant funding was much needed

MAP grant funding was much needed

By Ashley Hines | March 1, 2019

It is imperative Illinois policy-makers continue prioritizing higher education since it will help not only students, but the recovering economy as well.Illinois high school graduates over the past decade have been choosing to attend out-of-state colleges...

Lecture highlights Latino voting base in 2018 Midterm Elections

Lecture highlights Latino voting base in 2018 Midterm Elections

By Sophia Mullowney | February 25, 2019

DeKALB — The Center for Latino and Latin American Studies hosted a discussion on the intersection of ethnicity and political engagement Thursday in the Latino Center, 121.The Center for Latino and Latin American Studies hosted "A Mobilized Electorate:...

Meteorology students aide in government-funded atmospheric research study

By Taher Zeitoun | February 10, 2019

DeKALB — The Federal Aviation Association [FAA] and The National Center for Atmospheric Research [NCAR] are working with NIU meteorology students for the first time to conduct an atmospheric research study.NCAR Associate Scientist Scott Landolt said...

Vaccines should be mandatory

By Ashley Hines | February 6, 2019

Choosing not to vaccinate a child has deadly consequences for the family making the decision and the population. With recent preventable outbreaks, it is imperative to public safety for the U.S. to make vaccinations mandatory for all individuals.In 2018,...

Interfaith peace could save lives

By Ali Qazi | February 6, 2019

It’s important as Americans to understand the differences between various religions and cultures in order to coexist peaceably. Everyone has a desire to keep their family safe and secure. However, the feeling of safety can be extinguished by the reasonable...

Pritzker plans to conquer higher education struggle by targeting enrollment

By Sophia Mullowney | January 28, 2019

DeKALB — Gov. J.B. Pritzker has plans for addressing enrollment in higher education, and students can anticipate an increase in financial aid opportunities.The governor announced a threefold plan for Illinois education reform, targeting increasing college...

Residents should remain receptive to gun laws

By Ashley Hines | January 23, 2019

Governor J.B. Pritzker signed bipartisan legislation providing increased state surveillance over Illinois firearm retailers and combating illegal gun trafficking on Jan. 17. For Illinois residents, the bill represents the first step in a string of much...

Pay tribute to Dr. King’s message with pride and justice

By Ashley Hines | January 21, 2019

As Americans celebrate and remember Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., it’s important to pay tribute to his stances on social issues in a manner that does the whole of his advocacy justice. In addition to strides made during the Civil Rights Movement, King’s...

History made by number of women sworn into congress

By Lisa Lillianstrom | January 13, 2019

A total of 127 women were sworn into Congress Jan. 3 as a result of the 2018 midterm elections, marking the largest number of women ever elected and proving the future is, in fact, female.Not only is there a large number of women in Congress, there are...

Local and scenic pet-friendly nature trails to visit this season

By Sarah Fischer | November 12, 2018

Attention all pet lovers: Fall is in full bloom, and the trees are quickly transforming into their vibrant reds, oranges and yellows, so it’s time to get out there with your furry friends, and enjoy it before it passes by.During this season, it’s...