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NIU hires Thomas Hammock as new football coach

By James Krause | January 18, 2019

NIU announced Friday the hiring of former Baltimore Ravens running backs coach Thomas Hammock to be the 23rd head coach in program history. The 37-year-old graduated from NIU in 2002 with a Bachelor’s degree in marketing.Hammock’s hiring is following...

NIU Athletics announces new strategic plan

By Northern Star Staff | November 28, 2018

NIU’s athletic department announced their strategic plan for 2018-2021 Nov. 16, outlining how they will move forward with improvements to university athletics.This is its second three-year plan, and it is based on four pillars: student-athlete experience,...

Stargaze at NIU’s Observatory

By Sarah Lalond | November 19, 2018

Northern Illinois University’s observatory is more than just a highlight on a guided tour, or the cheapest date on campus. It’s a rare opportunity to take an in-depth look at the stars for free.The observatory is the dome perched on top of Davis Hall,...

20 signs you might be a NIU huskie

By Abby Wisecarver | November 16, 2018

When thinking of going to college, I never thought I would end up at NIU.You may feel the same way, but after reading these 20 signs, you might decide you are a Huskie at heart.1. You don’t mind living in the middle of a corn field.via GIPHY 2. A million...

"Sex in the Dark" event helps educate students

“Sex in the Dark” event helps educate students

By Lisa Lillianstrom | October 21, 2018

NIU Housing hosted  Sex In The Dark Oct. 16 in the New Orleans Room located in Stevenson North Residence Hall to promote sex education among students.The event was informative and needed, as there may be some college students who don’t have knowledge...

The Best Places to Hang Off Campus

By Ashley Hines | October 18, 2018

Most NIU students live in DeKalb or in surrounding areas of the town. There’s a decent amount of things to do on campus, but what about off campus? That's where students need to look to spice up their hangout sessions. My favorite place to go is Common...

Anthropology Department Chairperson Kendall Thu, President Lisa Freeman and others discuss the Stevens Building at the Grand opening Friday.

NIU School of Theatre and Dance host Stevens Building grand opening

By Sophia Mullowney | October 14, 2018

Anthropology Department Chairperson Kendall Thu, President Lisa Freeman and others discuss the Stevens Building at the Grand opening Friday.

Timothy Killeen, University of Illinois System president, addresses the crowd Tuesday, in announcing the Illinois Innovation Network's partnership with NIU in the Barsema Alumni and Visitors Center.

NIU to build $22.9M research center for sustainability

By Jessie Kern | October 11, 2018

Timothy Killeen, University of Illinois System president, addresses the crowd Tuesday, in announcing the Illinois Innovation Network's partnership with NIU in the Barsema Alumni and Visitors Center.

Discover partners with NIU to create code_orange program

By Taher Zeitoun | October 7, 2018

DeKALB — NIU officials introduced its partnership with Discover Tuesday by unveiling the code_orange program space, which can be found in the lower level of the Founders Memorial Library.The word “code” refers to the focus on software development...