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Students, faculty react to Agee’s death

By Lauren Dielman | December 4, 2011

Former NIU student Ryan Chambers was in the apartment when Steven Agee II, senior sociology major, was fatally shot Wednesday Nov. 23. "During the incident I was upstairs in my room," Chambers said in an email. "The shooting happened two floors under...

BMI hosts leadership conference

By Ryan Chambers | November 7, 2010

With roughly 50 males in attendance, Black Male Initiative (BMI) in association with Student African American Brotherhood hosted its third ever Leadership Conference Saturday. The all-day event, which began at 10 a.m., was open to all males and featured...

The main floor of the Holmes Student Center, pictured here, is not only useful for studying, but some students say it is an ideal location to nap on campus.

Top 5 napping spots at NIU

By Ryan Chambers | October 24, 2010

Napping is a critical aspect of every college student's life. It is a time for students to get away from studying as well as the everyday stresses of life on campus. And with that, the Northern Star presents the top places to nap on campus. Holmes Student...

Amit Aher, computer science graduate student, speaks with Bill Jahncke of Allstate Insurance during the Career Services Fall Job Fair on Wednesday afternoon in the NIU Convocation Center. Allstate Insurance was one of over 125 employers in attendance at the annual fair.

Job Fair’s popularity increases

By Ryan Chambers | October 20, 2010

The bi-annual Full-time Job Fair took place yesterday seeing a significant increase in attendance, to which some are crediting the economic upturn. “It was great to see so many employers out this time,” said senior accounting major Robert Payne. “I...

Students consider getting flu shots

By Ryan Chambers | October 20, 2010

With colder months quickly approaching, students grapple with the decision on whether or not to get a flu shot. "Honestly, I don't know if I even want to get the flu shot," said Kenneth Stratton, freshman child psychology major. "I've heard too many bad...

Collegejunkee.com combines academics and a social network site rolled into one.

Leader’s Corner with College Junkee creator

By Ryan Chambers | October 7, 2010

You see them around campus, but who are our student leaders? Every Friday, The Leader's Corner gives readers a glimpse into the personalities of the men and women behind the suits and ties. This week the Northern Star sat down with Alex Broches, senior...

NIU alumnus Marlon Haywood is the Graduate Hall Director for Neptune East.

Leader’s Corner with Marlon Haywood

By Ryan Chambers | September 30, 2010

You see them around campus, but who are our student leaders? Every Friday, Leader's Corner gives readers a glimpse into the personalities of the men and women behind the suits and ties. This week the Northern Star sat down with Marlon Haywood, the Graduate...

Freshman undeclared majors Jenny Kazy-Garrey (left) and Courtney Fanizza speak with KNPE Academic Advising Graduate Assistant Jessica Brenner during the Exploring Majors Fair Wednesday afternoon in the Duke Ellington Ballroom.

The major decision: help all in one place

By Ryan Chambers | September 29, 2010

Deciding on a major might come easy to some and be nerve-racking for others. Some students took advantage of the sixth annual Exploring Majors Fair on Wednesday and learned more information on all the majors and minors that NIU has to offer. "I enjoyed...

NIU Police take proactive approach

By Ryan Chambers | September 22, 2010

NIU Police are offering students the opportunity to register their electronics with the department to avoid theft. Sgt. Alan Smith said the service is similar to the bike registration service that has become popular with students. "As in the case with...

TCF Bank offers overdraft coverage to students

By Ryan Chambers | September 21, 2010

Students subject to overdraft fees from TCF Bank may be able to escape them. Sarah Theodore-Young , junior music education major, said she has been hit by overdraft fees in the past. "I recently went over my account $6 and was charged $200 in overdraft...

Friday With: CAB President Byron Neal

Friday With: CAB President Byron Neal

By Ryan Chambers | September 16, 2010

You see them around campus, but who are our student leaders? Friday With gives readers a glimpse into the personalities of the men and women behind the suites and ties. This week the Northern Star sat down with CAB President Byron Neal. Northern Star:...