Pass: Two-year stay in halls beneficialTwo years in the residence halls may soon be a reality for students.A decision about mandating students to live in the residence halls for their freshman and sophomore years will be made in May, according to a March...
Ariel OwensWhile NIU has endless opportunities for current students, the university needs to focus on its potential students.NIU provides many organizations and groups for students to be involved with; it’s one of my favorite things about being a student...
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...
More convenient transportation is needed at NIU outside of just campus and DeKalb-based needs.Last week, Zipcar, a car sharing company, extended its services to give students the option of renting and using a car.NIU can stand to learn from Zipcar’s...
Pass: Bring A Friend Week shows what Rec can offerThe Recreation Center’s Bring a Friend Week is an event to get more students in to work out and get excited about their fitness.Monday to Saturday, students who have a FitPass can bring along a friend...
It is vital for college students to have safe and educated sex.National Condom Week is observed this week to promote safe sex and educate young adults about the health risks that accompany unprotected sex.This week helps to promote the idea of safe sex,...
You don’t have to leave this weekendStudents are missing out on social activities, making memories with friends and being independent because they go home on weekends.Every weekend I see a line of cars outside the residence halls and they are filled...
It’s a constant struggle: Student versus the almighty machine.That’s the complex many students seem to be well acquainted with as a result of their over-reliance on technology.This dependency ultimately takes a toll on students’ education.Bold assumption?...
The Internship and Full-Time Career fairs that NIU offers provide a great way to get a shoe in the door in your field of choice.Though the fairs are next month, now is the time for students to begin prepping to ensure they are more than ready.The idea...
Gina LorussoI am a horrible test taker, but I’m really good at studying, so my main focus for preparing for my finals is to take practice tests if they’re available in my courses. If they aren’t available, I find similar ones on study websites.I...
’Tis is the season for giving, but holiday season and a college student’s funds don’t always mix.Don’t let the broke college student blues get you down. Instead of spending tons of money on things you can’t afford, try finding ways to stretch...
Having proper accessibility is necessary for all students with disabilities to succeed academically in an environment that is comfortable.The Disability Resource Center helps make sure students are able to receive the accommodations they need. According...
