So my editor gave the "Perspective" columnists a couple of column ideas that would be appropriate for the beginning of the school year. One of them was an advice column for freshmen and I thought, "Ah hells yeah, I'm going to let these stupid freshmen...

To all the incoming freshman at Northern Illinois University, I offer you these suggestions in an attempt in making your first year as a Huskie a good one. I'm not offering the best schemes to ditch class or the locations of elaborate party spots. Instead,...

When it comes to music festivals, the closest thing locals have is Corn Fest, which may not satisfy the musical hunger of everyone. As if in response to the prayers of the hardcore and the punk rock set, Kickstand Productions has thrown together the first...

Excited would be an understatement on Eric Luzzi, NIU men's soccer head coach, feels about the 2010-2011 season. Luzzi, who signed a contract extension which will keep him as the Huskies head coach until 2014, declared three specific reasons why he is...

1) Barb Wire was invented in DeKalb: FACT Why do you think they call it the Barb City? Because Joseph Glidden, one of DeKalb's most prominent historical figures, patented the idea for barb wire in 1874. That, and because we're known for our razor sharp...

Reporters bicker with Bill Hancock regularly. Then again, disagreements tend to follow the man in charge of one of the most controversial organizations in college sports. The executive director of college football's Bowl Championship Series was on hand...

Late last month, football coaches and players from the Mid American Conference descended on Detroit to discuss the upcoming season at the 2010 MAC Media Day. Here are the preseason rankings along with thoughts from head coaches on last year and what they're...

The battle has already begun for Chandler Harnish. Despite being listed as the backup quarterback on the preseason depth chart, the redshirt junior is looking forward to getting on the field and winning back the starting signal caller spot. Harnish suffered...

Welcome Back Huskies! As the head coach of YOUR Northern Illinois Huskies football team, it is my pleasure to welcome all new and returning students to campus for the 2010-11 school year. We are so glad you are here and hope you are looking forward to...

Greetings from the Ombudsman! Welcome to all members of the NIU community from the staff in the Office of the Ombudsman! For those of you who may not know, the Ombudsman serves as a neutral party to provide impartial, confidential, and informal assistance...

Dear Students, Welcome to NIU! On behalf of the Division of Student Affairs & Enrollment Management, I am delighted that you have chosen to pursue your degree at Northern Illinois University. Whether you are returning to NIU or starting your journey,...