Haley Galvin | Perspective EditorThe first week of classes was not as “stress free” as it used to be freshman year. The first two days of classes were very laid back but the rest of the week was anything but a breeze. The assignments racked up quicker...

America should follow Starbucks’ lead by banning disposable plastic straws.Starbucks is setting a great example by eliminating plastic straws from their locations globally by 2020, according to a July 9 press release by the company. The change stems...

Point/Counterpoint: Age to buy tobacco products  Keep the age at 18Lucas SkyeThe Illinois State Senate’s proposal to raise the purchasing age for tobacco products to 21 is a prime example of our government overstepping its boundaries. It is a no-brainer...

See what’s a pass and what’s a fail as judged by PerspectiveEditor Lucas Skye.PassIllinois receives vital grant to aid in the fight against opiod crisisThe Illinois Department of Human Services is receiving a generous grant of $16 million in federal...

See what’s a pass and what’s a fail as judged by PerspectiveEditor Lucas Skye.PassThe Illinois Department of Human Services is receiving a generous grant of $16 million in federal funding to support its fight against the ongoing opioid crisis.With...

See what’s a pass and what’s a fail as judged by PerspectiveEditor Lucas Skye.PassRenovations to Holmes Student Center will create a student hubThere have been few alterations to the Holmes Student Center since its 1962 opening. Fortunately, this...

The Perspective section needs to focus more on its readers. Since beginning at the Northern Star I knew that I wanted to become the Perspective Editor. This desire was fueled by my need to create a positive impact on the student body and local community....

Some students are required to work on holidays, despite requested time off.Maddie SteenWhen it comes to working on holidays, employers need to be considerate of those they force to work.I’m sure while going through the application process, many agree...

President Donald Trump’s administration is working to make medical necessities like birth control less accessible to women, which is both unethical and irresponsible. The logic of supporting this idea is that the United States has had “a long history...