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The Northern Star is the independent student media of NIU serving students and the DeKalb community since 1899.
For over 40 years, Star Worlds Arcade has provided an essential avenue to play retro gaming classics and machines to the DeKalb community. We sat down with Patrick O'Malley, the owner, to get a better understand what the local business offers.
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March 4, 2026 at 4:57 AM
For over 40 years, Star Worlds Arcade has provided an essential avenue to play retro gaming classics and machines to the DeKalb community. We sat down with Patrick O'Malley, the owner, to get a better understand what the local business offers.
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While Greek Life serves as an opportunity to meet life-long friends and enhance the college experience, Opinion Columnist Habiba Kamel believes that the prevalence of hook-up culture leads to objectification of women.
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Check out the full column here:
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March 4, 2026 at 4:35 AM
While Greek Life serves as an opportunity to meet life-long friends and enhance the college experience, Opinion Columnist Habiba Kamel believes that the prevalence of hook-up culture leads to objectification of women.
Check out the full column here:
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Check out the full column here:
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With the upcoming spring exhibition approaching for Bachelor of Fine Arts students, time arts students have been pushing for a venue change that offers more foot traffic for their art exhibition.
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March 4, 2026 at 4:33 AM
With the upcoming spring exhibition approaching for Bachelor of Fine Arts students, time arts students have been pushing for a venue change that offers more foot traffic for their art exhibition.
Learn more in the full article:
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Learn more in the full article:
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On Saturday, Campus Activities Board hosted the Bridgerton Ball in Altgeld Hall. Themed after “Bridgerton,” attendees had the opportunity to dress up in formal attire while engaging in activities such as waltzing, fencing, mask crafting and horse racing.
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March 3, 2026 at 6:02 AM
On Saturday, Campus Activities Board hosted the Bridgerton Ball in Altgeld Hall. Themed after “Bridgerton,” attendees had the opportunity to dress up in formal attire while engaging in activities such as waltzing, fencing, mask crafting and horse racing.
northernstar.info/133872/lifes...
northernstar.info/133872/lifes...
While iconic stories represent a greater acceptance toward the LGBTQ+ community, Opinion Editor Gabe Santos believes believes popular media is taking advantage of the LGBTQ+ community by appealing to fetishism and disguising it as representation.
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March 3, 2026 at 5:59 AM
While iconic stories represent a greater acceptance toward the LGBTQ+ community, Opinion Editor Gabe Santos believes believes popular media is taking advantage of the LGBTQ+ community by appealing to fetishism and disguising it as representation.
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northernstar.info/133879/opini...
The internet has no doubt become an integral part on how we communicate with one another. The Northern Star Editorial Board believes you should be conscious of their digital footprint and its effect on others.
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Check out the full editorial here:
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March 3, 2026 at 5:55 AM
The internet has no doubt become an integral part on how we communicate with one another. The Northern Star Editorial Board believes you should be conscious of their digital footprint and its effect on others.
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Check out the full editorial here:
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On Sunday, NIU students performed a reading of "Blue Potatoes, Yellow Guns" by Hanna Bulavota in Stevens Building, O'Connell Theater. The reading was part of a national initiative to help raise money for the Ukraine Crisis Relief Fund.
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March 2, 2026 at 4:41 PM
On Sunday, NIU students performed a reading of "Blue Potatoes, Yellow Guns" by Hanna Bulavota in Stevens Building, O'Connell Theater. The reading was part of a national initiative to help raise money for the Ukraine Crisis Relief Fund.
northernstar.info/133814/lifes...
northernstar.info/133814/lifes...
On Wednesday, graduate music student MinJung Kim performed held her piano and organ recital in the Boutell Memorial Concert Hall. Photojournalist Sofia Howell captured the memorable evening as Kim performed five pieces.
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March 2, 2026 at 4:38 PM
On Wednesday, graduate music student MinJung Kim performed held her piano and organ recital in the Boutell Memorial Concert Hall. Photojournalist Sofia Howell captured the memorable evening as Kim performed five pieces.
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northernstar.info/133826/lifes...
On Wednesday, Center for Black Studies Director Ajewole Duckett hosted Diaspora Day in the Capitol Room of the Holmes Student Center. Diaspora Day was hosted with the goal of helping people appreciate the beauty and customs of African culture.
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February 28, 2026 at 9:15 PM
On Wednesday, Center for Black Studies Director Ajewole Duckett hosted Diaspora Day in the Capitol Room of the Holmes Student Center. Diaspora Day was hosted with the goal of helping people appreciate the beauty and customs of African culture.
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Throughout February, many couples posted about each other on social media in the spirit of Valentine's Day. Opinion Columnist Habiba Kamel believes many of these inaccurate, seemingly perfect posts only lead to more artificial relationships.
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February 28, 2026 at 9:10 PM
Throughout February, many couples posted about each other on social media in the spirit of Valentine's Day. Opinion Columnist Habiba Kamel believes many of these inaccurate, seemingly perfect posts only lead to more artificial relationships.
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northernstar.info/133746/opini...
On Tuesday, the Gender and Sexuality Resource Center (GSRC) and the Center for Black Studies (CBS) co-hosted "Black! Queer! Excellence! Game Show!" in the CBS Classroom. Teams answered trivia questions surrounding Black LGBTQ+ figures throughout history.
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February 28, 2026 at 9:07 PM
On Tuesday, the Gender and Sexuality Resource Center (GSRC) and the Center for Black Studies (CBS) co-hosted "Black! Queer! Excellence! Game Show!" in the CBS Classroom. Teams answered trivia questions surrounding Black LGBTQ+ figures throughout history.
northernstar.info/133755/lifes...
northernstar.info/133755/lifes...
During Wednesday's University Council meeting, NIU President Lisa Freeman discussed Governor JB Prtizker's announcement of a 1% increase in spending for public universities for Fiscal Year 2027 (FY27).
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February 28, 2026 at 9:00 PM
During Wednesday's University Council meeting, NIU President Lisa Freeman discussed Governor JB Prtizker's announcement of a 1% increase in spending for public universities for Fiscal Year 2027 (FY27).
Check out the full article here:
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Check out the full article here:
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On Wednesday, NIU’s Department of English hosted acclaimed author and environmental activist Rick Bass in Cole Hall. Bass held a reading of “Titan,” a fictional short story that aims to illustrate Bass’s opposition to environmental destruction.
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February 26, 2026 at 5:49 AM
On Wednesday, NIU’s Department of English hosted acclaimed author and environmental activist Rick Bass in Cole Hall. Bass held a reading of “Titan,” a fictional short story that aims to illustrate Bass’s opposition to environmental destruction.
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northernstar.info/133721/news/...
Microwavable meals offer a quick alternative to those who lead a busy schedule, but how practical are they for a college student? For eight days, Lifestyle Writer Zach Mueller ate microwavable meals to see if these meals could be a viable food option.
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February 26, 2026 at 5:46 AM
Microwavable meals offer a quick alternative to those who lead a busy schedule, but how practical are they for a college student? For eight days, Lifestyle Writer Zach Mueller ate microwavable meals to see if these meals could be a viable food option.
northernstar.info/133719/lifes...
northernstar.info/133719/lifes...
As a reminder, our Best of DeKalb voting is still open through Feb. 28. Now is your chance to vote for your favorite place to study, favorite coffee shop, your favorite professor and more.
To get the voting link, visit our website at northernstar.info
To get the voting link, visit our website at northernstar.info
February 26, 2026 at 5:44 AM
As a reminder, our Best of DeKalb voting is still open through Feb. 28. Now is your chance to vote for your favorite place to study, favorite coffee shop, your favorite professor and more.
To get the voting link, visit our website at northernstar.info
To get the voting link, visit our website at northernstar.info
At approximately 5:45 p.m on Tuesday, a 5-month-old was pronounced dead at the Loyola University Medical Center due to life-threatening injuries.
The infant had been transported to the hospital with life-threatening facial injuries.
Stay tuned for the full story.
The infant had been transported to the hospital with life-threatening facial injuries.
Stay tuned for the full story.
February 25, 2026 at 11:58 PM
At approximately 5:45 p.m on Tuesday, a 5-month-old was pronounced dead at the Loyola University Medical Center due to life-threatening injuries.
The infant had been transported to the hospital with life-threatening facial injuries.
Stay tuned for the full story.
The infant had been transported to the hospital with life-threatening facial injuries.
Stay tuned for the full story.
NIU serves as a melting pot for many cultures around the world, but have you wondered where our international students come from? In this data map, we detail exactly where and how many students hail from countries around the globe.
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Check out the full map:
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February 24, 2026 at 11:32 PM
NIU serves as a melting pot for many cultures around the world, but have you wondered where our international students come from? In this data map, we detail exactly where and how many students hail from countries around the globe.
Check out the full map:
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Check out the full map:
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Opinion Columnist Santiago Montañez Bertoletti believes Dave Filone's new role as the president of Lucasfilm, the studio behind the "Star Wars" franchise, will return the universe of "Star Wars" to its original story.
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Check out the full article here:
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February 24, 2026 at 11:30 PM
Opinion Columnist Santiago Montañez Bertoletti believes Dave Filone's new role as the president of Lucasfilm, the studio behind the "Star Wars" franchise, will return the universe of "Star Wars" to its original story.
Check out the full article here:
northernstar.info/133661/lifes...
Check out the full article here:
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For 25 years, the Black Male Initiative is a student organization that has provided a welcoming, inclusive space for students to thrive at NIU. BMI helps connect its members to essential resources and mentors to succeed both in school and post-graduation.
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February 24, 2026 at 11:27 PM
For 25 years, the Black Male Initiative is a student organization that has provided a welcoming, inclusive space for students to thrive at NIU. BMI helps connect its members to essential resources and mentors to succeed both in school and post-graduation.
northernstar.info/133665/lifes...
northernstar.info/133665/lifes...
What organizations or businesses stand out to you as DeKalb's best? It's your time to vote!
From now until Feb. 28, vote for your favorite place to study, favorite coffee shop, your favorite professor and more.
To get the voting link, visit northernstar.info/133418/news/...
From now until Feb. 28, vote for your favorite place to study, favorite coffee shop, your favorite professor and more.
To get the voting link, visit northernstar.info/133418/news/...
February 23, 2026 at 8:35 PM
What organizations or businesses stand out to you as DeKalb's best? It's your time to vote!
From now until Feb. 28, vote for your favorite place to study, favorite coffee shop, your favorite professor and more.
To get the voting link, visit northernstar.info/133418/news/...
From now until Feb. 28, vote for your favorite place to study, favorite coffee shop, your favorite professor and more.
To get the voting link, visit northernstar.info/133418/news/...
With artificial intelligence (AI) tools playing a larger role in academia and daily life, policies regarding the acceptable uses of AI has been paramount. The Northern Star reiterates and stands by its own AI policy in this editorial.
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February 23, 2026 at 8:24 PM
With artificial intelligence (AI) tools playing a larger role in academia and daily life, policies regarding the acceptable uses of AI has been paramount. The Northern Star reiterates and stands by its own AI policy in this editorial.
northernstar.info/133568/opini...
northernstar.info/133568/opini...
To celebrate the commencement of the Oscars on March 15, the Northern Star will host a contest to see who can predict the closest selection of winners for the six biggest categories. The person who has the closest pick will receive a $25 Visa gift card.
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February 23, 2026 at 8:22 PM
To celebrate the commencement of the Oscars on March 15, the Northern Star will host a contest to see who can predict the closest selection of winners for the six biggest categories. The person who has the closest pick will receive a $25 Visa gift card.
northernstar.info/133588/lifes...
northernstar.info/133588/lifes...
NIU President Lisa Freeman is known for holding one of the university’s most important roles, beginning her journey with a passion for science. Freeman shares her journey to becoming NIU’s president and her favorite aspects of the NIU community.
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February 23, 2026 at 8:19 PM
NIU President Lisa Freeman is known for holding one of the university’s most important roles, beginning her journey with a passion for science. Freeman shares her journey to becoming NIU’s president and her favorite aspects of the NIU community.
northernstar.info/133521/news/...
northernstar.info/133521/news/...
While genetically modifying animals has led to outcomes such as disease resistance and higher-quality animal products, Opinion Columnist Byrdie Seda argues genetic engineering must be handled with caution as it can have long-term consequences.
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February 21, 2026 at 10:09 PM
While genetically modifying animals has led to outcomes such as disease resistance and higher-quality animal products, Opinion Columnist Byrdie Seda argues genetic engineering must be handled with caution as it can have long-term consequences.
northernstar.info/133475/opini...
northernstar.info/133475/opini...
On Thursday, a potential budget deficit was discussed at the Board of Trustees Finance, Audit, Compliance, Facilities and Operations Committee meeting. The budget deficit for Fiscal Year 26 will cause a tuition increase and rising operational costs.
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northernstar.info/133519/news/...
February 21, 2026 at 10:05 PM
On Thursday, a potential budget deficit was discussed at the Board of Trustees Finance, Audit, Compliance, Facilities and Operations Committee meeting. The budget deficit for Fiscal Year 26 will cause a tuition increase and rising operational costs.
northernstar.info/133519/news/...
northernstar.info/133519/news/...