DeKALB — Winning two of three matchups isn’t bad for the wrestling team, who came out of the Purdue Duals with a 4-2 overall record, and its first win in Mid-American Conference play, on Sunday.The Huskies won their conference matchup with Clarion...
As tuition prices rise annually, today’s college students are seeing an increase in parental involvement during their transition into college environments. While some parental involvement is beneficial throughout the college process, it’s very important...
On Sunday, the Academy of Motion Picture Sciences will present its most prestigious awards to movies and actors that “deserve” them. However, many viewers often feel that Oscars go to recipients whose performances were not entirely up to scratch (Sandra...
Chicken Carbonara, carved beef, sparkling grape juice, chocolate covered strawberries and red velvet cake - not your typical college food. The Oscars may have ended over a week ago, but NIU’s Housing and Dining celebrated Wednesday night at dining halls...
Students looking for a sports bar atmosphere should consider attending dinner at the residence halls tonight.Neptune, Douglas, Lincoln and Grant will offer a Sports Bar Night as their dinner theme, said Michael Stang, executive director of Housing &...
Kevin Schwartz cannot cook."I tried," the sophomore mechanical engineering major said. "My girlfriend was visiting, so I decided to buy steaks and tried to cook them on the George Foreman. It was a disaster."Living away from home for the first time can...
It seems that you can't open a newspaper, magazine, or turn on the TV without hearing some sort of election coverage. Pundits and members of the news have been flocking to political meccas like New Hampshire or Iowa to cover the day-to-day politicking...
DeKALB | With room self selection underway, the Northern Star will be looking at what each residence hall has to offer. Check out the next several issues to read about what hall will fit you best. Lincoln Hall is located on Lucinda Avenue across from...
Looking nervously around the shadowy stage, Charlie Otto looks just like David Byrne. Then again, it's hard not to with his bobbing head peaking out of the iconic bloated suit that's become a symbol of the Talking Heads' singer/songwriter. Still, the...
The residence halls are finally catching up with fire safety as sprinklers are installed in the rooms. Dave LaBanc, director of facilities and operations , said sprinklers have been installed in three out of the five residence halls. "The residence halls...
