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Vegan eats provide alternative food lifestyles

By Shelby DeVitt | September 8, 2011

Students with alternative food lifestyles can sometimes experience difficulties when it comes to finding places to eat. Vegans have more local dining options in DeKalb than they may realize, many just a short walk from campus. The closest option for many...

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Pricy textbooks staying on shelves, off students’ desks

By Shelby Devitt | September 5, 2011

As textbook prices rise ever higher, college students have turned to more affordable options. However, according to a survey released by the U.S. Public Interest Research Group, some students are becoming unable to buy them at all. The survey, released...

Affordable TransVAC bus service offers 50 cent rides, brings students to Sycamore

By Shelby Devitt | September 5, 2011

Students complaining there is nothing to do in DeKalb, rejoice! There is another option: Sycamore. And if you don't have a ride, there's a solution for that as well. TransVAC, a transportation service of the Voluntary Action Center, offers an affordable...

Party like a stargazer

By Shelby Devitt | August 25, 2011

DeKalb may not be glamorous, but you can still party with the stars. The DeKalb County Forest Preserve and the Northwest Suburban Astronomers are hosting Star Party, a free stargazing event Saturday night at the Afton Forest Preserve. Sunset is 7:37 p.m....

Netflix announces changes in rates and available options

Netflix announces changes in rates and available options

By Shelby Devitt | July 25, 2011

DeKALB | Netflix users have a few choices to make between now and Sept. 1. The online media streaming and DVD mail service has reconstructed the amount of media available to costumers and the prices, and not all are welcoming the change. Currently, a...

Outing Centre offers new adventures

By Shelby Devitt | July 21, 2011

Tippecanoe and rent one, too. At NIU, students have the chance to get out and have an adventure instead of spending the summer indoors. Outdoor Adventure, a branch of Recreation Services, is located in the Outing Centre inside the Rec Center, and students...

NIU summer camps give a campus experience to middle school and high school students

By Shelby Devitt | July 12, 2011

DeKALB | NIU students taking summer classes are sharing the campus with younger guests.NIU is hosting several summer camps for middle school and high school students through the end of July. These camps include day camps for the youngest kids and week-long,...

NIU launches its first smartphone app

By Shelby Devitt | July 12, 2011

DeKALB | NIU launched NIU Mobile, a new free application for smartphones, in anticipation of the upcoming school year.The NIU Mobile website allows users to select their type of phone to view a list of the features included in the new app and previews...

DeKalb, Sycamore farmer’s markets open for summer

By Shelby Devitt | July 5, 2011

DeKALB | Locally grown produce and flowers, homemade crafts, wine, fresh air and live music are available each week at DeKalb and Sycamore farmer's markets. The DeKalb Farmer's Market is located at S. Fourth Street and Grove Street and is celebrating...

Farmers Markets open in DeKalb and Sycamore

Farmer’s Markets open in DeKalb and Sycamore

By Shelby Devitt | June 30, 2011

Locally grown produce and flowers, homemade crafts, wine, fresh air and live music are available each week at DeKalb and Sycamore farmer’s markets. The DeKalb Farmer’s Market is located at S. Fourth Street and Grove Street and is celebrating its 25th...