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In 1972, Title IX was enacted with a goal of operating federally-funded programs free of discrimination, but when there's been examples of failures that after 50 years, you have to wonder if there's been any significant changes. (Isaac Trusty | Northern Star)

Editorial: Title IX leaves more to be desired

By Northern Star Editorial Board | October 9, 2022

Editor’s note: Joey Trella, opinion editor and NIU student-athlete, was not a part of writing this editorial.  It’s been 50 years since Title IX was enacted, and we’ve seen women athletes dominate in their sports and demonstrate that they’re...

Redshirt senior guard Paulina Castro (24) walks out to greet the women’s basketball team during the starting lineup announcements March 5 on Senior Night before a game against Central Michigan at the NIU Convocation Center.

Coaches reflect on 50-year impact of Title IX on women’s sports

By Waleed Alamleh, Sports Reporter | March 22, 2022

DeKALB —  It has been 50 years since the passing of Title IX. The law has not only had an impact on women’s athletics in the past, but it can still further equality in women’s sports across the country.  What is Title IX?  2022 marks the 50-year...

Illinois Judge Robert Adrian threw away Drew Clinton's conviction of sexual assault. He said that five months was enough punishment for the teenager.

Drew Clinton’s overturn is a loss for sexual abuse survivors

By Summer Fitzgerald | January 19, 2022
Drew Clinton was let off far too easily for a crime that was so severe and impactful.
Sophomore nutrition major Fayth Springer leads a protest against the Title IX process Friday May 3.

Students call for change to Title IX

By Sophia Mullowney | May 3, 2019

Sophomore nursing major Ashley Burkhardt embraces sophomore psychology major Cassandra Kamp at a Friday May 3 protest against the Title IX process.

EXCLUSIVE | Complainants share their stories: Female 1 details ‘miserable’ work environment

By Ian Tancun | July 31, 2017

Eric Dannenmaier, former College of Law dean, resigned June 27 following an investigation into his alleged sexual harassment of two former College of Law employees, both of which made complaints against him. Dannenmaier filed an injunction July 6 seeking...

Dannenmaier a bad fit for NIU

By Madison Kacer | July 17, 2017

Eric Dannenmaier, former College of Law dean, has been granted a contract with NIU despite recent allegations of sexual harassment, meaning officials are disgracefully spending money to fund the employment of a potential predator.Dannenmaier resigned...

Letter to the Editor: Title IX meant to educate

On Jan. 19, 2017, the Northern Star ran an editorial entitled “Title IX Module Confuses Students.” While the editorial helped build awareness of the module and provide Affirmative Action and Equity Compliance with ideas on reaching students, the main...

Title IX deadline set

By Lindsey Salvatelli | January 23, 2017

DeKALB — All students, except those who are first-years, are required to complete Title IX training by March 3.Title IX was created in 1972 to prohibit sex discrimination in federally-funded education institutions. Since then, it expanded and now includes...