Thanksgiving can be celebrated in many ways, whether it’s traveling home to be with family or staying back with friends to form a makeshift meal.The term “friendsgiving” is what it sounds like; it’s a celebration of the holiday among friends who...
Morgan Carrigan | @morgancarriganThere is something about being surrounded by family eating a ridiculous amount of food that is just so comforting. Maybe it’s because I am homesick or sick of eating Ramen noodles; nonetheless, Thanksgiving is such a...
Homemade Thanksgiving meals will be available to low income families, those in shelters and students who will remain on campus for the holiday.New Hope Missionary Baptist Church and Feed’em Soup will provide Thanksgiving meals 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. and...
WeatherThe temperature will remain below freezing today as students leave for Thanksgiving break.NIU meteorologist Gilbert Sebenste said Monday’s snow storm, which produced about 1 inch of snow, may combine with strong winds and a high of 29 degrees...
Arthur AumannCasseroleThe worst Thanksgiving food is without a doubt casserole.It doesn’t even matter what kind of casserole — broccoli, ham, cheese — because it’s all the same. There’s always that obscure relative who claims he or she has the...
We’re not all Martha Stewart, but decorating your room for the holidays doesn’t have to be as hard as that Contemporary Moral Issues final.From boxes come childhood crafts that have somehow managed to survive another year. But, if you’re not really...
You can enjoy Thanksgiving dinner without regret — and without derailing your health goals.I know that’s hard to believe when the starting lineup this Thursday includes succulent turkey, buttery mashed potatoes, casseroles and warm stuffing — all...
Pass: 3-day break offers time for reflectionNIU gives students and employees three days in addition to the weekend to celebrate Thanksgiving.Thanksgiving break is long enough for students, faculty and staff to relax, but it is short enough to not find...
Adding 16 light fixtures to the area around Greek Row is a good step in improving safety in the area, which is home to many students.In September, Greek Row saw a higher police presence due to an increase of crime in the area. Fifteen mob action cases...
The Thanksgiving feast is a tradition filled with good food, love and laughter, but it also leads to some unhealthy choices.Luckily, you’re reading this before the highly anticipated holiday. There are ways to prepare that will help you avoid waking...
Whether recovering from a huge meal or avoiding setting the table, these movies and shows are perfect for Thanksgiving.“Planes, Trains and Automobiles”Steve Martin and John Candy are a hilarious Thanksgiving duo. This movie is about Martin’s character,...
The week may be cold, but Thanksgiving shouldn’t be ruined by bad weather.The week will see highs in the 30’s, and NIU meteorologist Gilbert Sebenste doesn’t expect rain or snow.“Although it will be cold, travelling conditions should be good throughout...
