University Council will vote on whether to pass a student grievance policy on April 2.The grievance policy would give students due process to resolve issues and prevent future students from experiencing similar problems, said Bill Pitney, chair of the...

The Student Association Senate’s guest speaker spoke about the origin of Black History Month, leading to some disagreement among senators Sunday.Guest speakerDerrick Smith, academic counselor at the Center for Black Studies and adviser to the Black...

College is a time for students to learn while expressing themselves as individuals, but many professors are putting a stop to that, one exhaustive rubric at a time.It’s difficult for students to complete a writing assignment without any guidance. A...

#ILoveMySelfie all bout self loveBody image is established by an individual and the world. Working to achieve a positive view is a responsibility for both.Selfies have become highly publicized and popular, especially in social networking sites.Scrolling...

Although the semester has just begun, it is time to start thinking about finances for the upcoming school year.The Free Application for Federal Student Aid is filled out by students to determine how much financial aid they receive for college.Financial...

Tips on how to get through winterBeing prepared to tackle the cold is key to making it through the winter.Just last week, NIU was closed for two days due to extreme weather conditions. Although class was not in session, all of NIU’s facilities were...

Going back to school is no excuse to give up on your New Year’s resolutions, as using NIU’s resources can help you accomplish your goals.College life is notorious for its unhealthy eating and drinking habits.Although students can be intimidated by...