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NIU provides ‘healthy, fun activity’ with Homecoming 5k Run/Walk

By Hailey Kurth | October 5, 2011

Those looking to get a little active during homecoming celebrations have the opportunity to participate in NIU's Homecoming 5K Run/Walk.The event is scheduled for 7:45 a.m. Oct. 15."We're trying to provide a healthy, fun activity in the early morning...

Laura Klein, junior art education major, and Missy Eymann, senior illustration major, listen as North Central Cyclery owner Tobie DePauw speaks about bicycle brakes during Ladies' Night at the shop.

Tips and tricks at cycle shop’s 2nd annual ladies’ night

By Kyla Gardner | October 13, 2010

Next time you hear tires squeal on your way to class, that biker trying to avoid pedestrians is either riding a professional-class bicycle or a cheap one. NIU students and DeKalb community members learned this and more facts, tips and tricks about bike...