Lee Gordon

DeKALB – A group of classmates were determined to bring a school project to fruition by restoring the East Lagoon. The student-led project of saving the East Lagoon from deterioration began on May 4. The lagoon has experienced extreme erosion around the shoreline and is reported to be polluted with nutrient runoff after water quality...

DeKALB – The last day of the Week of Welcome wrapped up Sunday with the annual President’s Picnic. Students gathered outside of the East Lagoon and participated in games such as volleyball, bags and Kanjam, while others paddled in kayaks and canoes. Student Organizations also did some tabling including Reserve Officers’ Training Corps, Outdoor Adventures...

DeKALB – Food Truck Wednesdays made a delicious debut Wednesday as the NIU community lined up for a taste. Food Trucks were stationed from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on the closed portion of Normal Road where local vendors: Little O’s Frozen Treats, BattleAxe Coffee, Sweet Butts Cotton Candy, and Ka-Bao! set up shop. Melissa...

DeKALB– Previously stopped out students may be getting the opportunity to return to NIU with financial assistance according to Wednesday’s Faculty Senate meeting. ‘BACK TO THE PACK’ PROGRAM Students who left NIU in the past year and are looking to return may be able to receive assistance from the Division of Finance. During the meeting,...

DeKALB– The 2023 Illinois State Fair set a historic high this past month with a turnout of over 700,000 attendees, making it the most highly attended fair since industry standards were put in place. According to Illinois State Fair records, attendance resulted in an 86% increase of Multi-Purpose Arena ticket sales since 2021. Due to...

DeKALB – Food, games and dancing were all part of the 24th celebration of El Grito at NIU and was hosted by the co-ed Latino fraternity Alpha Psi Lambda at the Latino Resource Center. “El Grito” translates to “the cry” which refers to the call to arms against Spanish rule made by Miguel Hidalgo, a...

DeKALB – With a microphone in one hand and a Bible in the other, Sister Cindy made noise in the MLK Commons Monday. Cindy Smock, known as “Sister Cindy,” is a Christian advocate who preaches against promiscuity. Smock gained attention on TikTok during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic from touring colleges nation-wide to promote...

DeKALB – A cloudy morning reflects the devastating news of Pajamas “PJ” the possum’s passing. The beloved possum died Thursday after suffering from an unexpected illness the previous week. Owners Sara Plettau and her partner Leah Zielinski announced Pajamas’ declining health on Instagram shortly after his hospitalization. “We never thought this day would come so...

DeKALB – NIU students looking for a healthy homemade meal can make it themselves at Wirtz Hall. Edible Campus Meal Prep offers a way for students to explore cooking in an environment where all necessary equipment, recipes and ingredients are provided. Students come with their own experience to try their hand in sustainable cooking while...

by Lee Gordon Athletes spend most of their lives training for the chance to play professional sports. They buy the best equipment, hire the best trainers and spend a lot of money on nutrition.