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After a loss to the University at Buffalo in the Mid-American Conference Championship match, NIU women’s tennis has been invited to compete in the Universal Tennis Rating Sports National Invitational Tournament Championship. Read the full article👇 northernstar.info/125896/sports/…

The University Council discussed the reinstating of five NIU international student visas, as well as updates regarding the proposed redesign of Normal Road in a recent meeting. Find out the specifics in the full article 👇 northernstar.info/125951/news/un…

Assistant Sports Editor Kalin Schaefer breaks down her three most significant takeaways from baseball’s 2025 season. Find out those takeaways in detail in the full article 👇 northernstar.info/125893/sports/…

Opinion Columnist Lucy Atkinson argues that colleges and universities nationwide need to join Harvard University’s fight for the essence of higher education. Read the specifics in the full column 👇 northernstar.info/125875/opinion…

After working at the Northern Star for two years, Social Media Manager Tim Dodge recaps his time at the Star in one final goodbye column. Find out about Tim’s story at the Northern Star and his words of gratitude in the full column 👇 northernstar.info/125925/opinion…

Photojournalist Sofia Howell documents the Bachelor of Fine Arts Show, which is being held in the Jack Olson Gallery until May 17. View the full gallery on our website👇 northernstar.info/125922/lifesty…

NIU men's golf seniors Felix Krammer and Ben Sluzas each earned All-MAC honors, the conference announced on Friday. Stay tuned for the story #NIUMGolf #NIUAthletics #NIU

After writing news for the Northern Star for two years, News Editor Devin Oommen bids a final farewell to the Star in a final column. Find out about Devin’s journey at the Northern Star and NIU as well as his words of gratitude in the full column 👇 northernstar.info/125982/opinion…

After NIU football wrapped up a four-week stretch of spring practices, Senior Sports Reporter Skyler Kisellus predicts NIU football’s offensive starters ahead of the Fall 2025 season. Find out the projected picks in the full article 👇 northernstar.info/125985/sports/…

On Friday, Campus Activities Board hosted the CAB Carnival to close out the school year. 🎥 / 🎬 Filmed & Edited by ~ Ryan Day | Assistant Video Editor Find more digital content like this on our YouTube channel: NIUNorthernStar

The Northern Star’s photo contest winners for the second competition have been announced. The theme for the second competition was “What makes nature beautiful?” To see all of the winners up to tenth place, view the full gallery here 👇 northernstar.info/126018/lifesty…

After fielding a top-25 defense last season, Senior Sports Reporter Skyler Kisellus gives his post-spring projection of the Huskies’ defensive starters ahead of the fall 2025 season. Read more in the full article 👇 northernstar.info/126035/sports/…

The DeKalb Park District Board of Commissioners authorized IHC Construction to build a new outdoor swimming facility at Hopkins Park. The pool is anticipated to open in June 2026. Learn about the anticipated renovations in the full article 👇 northernstar.info/126071/news/de…

Holding a 42-66 record after his second season as NIU baseball's head coach, Ryan Copeland has helped bring success back to NIU's baseball program as he heads into his third year at the helm. Learn more in the full article 👇 northernstar.info/126074/sports/…

While Sunday marked the beginning of Pride Month, Opinion Editor Kahlil Kambui stresses the increased importance of Pride Month in light of the Trump Administration. Learn more in the full column 👇 northernstar.info/126064/opinion…

With summer in full bloom, Managing Editor Brynn Krug recommends her top five films that you should add to your summer watchlist. From crime comedies to animation, there is bound to be something for everyone. Learn more in the full article 👇 northernstar.info/126067/lifesty…

NIU student Michael B. Erickson was arrested and charged with 21 counts of child pornography Monday and is currently waiting on a detainment hearing. Learn more about the scope of the crimes in the full article. northernstar.info/126086/news/ni…

While summer may be the perfect opportunity to enjoy some time at the beach, Lifestyle Editor Sofia Didenko brings awareness to the dangers of microfibers polluting our oceans, lakes and streams. Learn more in the full article. northernstar.info/126081/lifesty…

In April, crimes such as aggravated assault and theft were reported during the monthly crime log. To see a comprehensive list of crimes reported by NIU’s Police Department in April, read the full article. northernstar.info/126068/news/ni…

NIU is closed in observance of Juneteenth. Today, and every day, we celebrate Black history, culture and stories, and recognize the ongoing need to fight for racial equality and justice.