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How Pokemon Go shapes the future of augmented reality

How Pokemon Go shapes the future of augmented reality

Dylan Tierney, Contributor August 29, 2016

The culmination of several factors helped make Pokemon Go the virtual phenomenon it has become. As a brand, Pokemon is steeped in millennial nostalgia while simultaneously  appealing to a younger demographic....

5 things to do this week

5 things to do this week

Emily Osterholz, Arts and Life Editor August 29, 2016

Monday, August 29Twinkle twinkle little starNeed some relaxation after a hectic morning? The Science Center’s Haile Digital Planetarium will be showing starry night features and galaxies far away at...

LGBTQ services provide support to everyone in the community. This student is feeling the love.

‘We are here’ LGBTQ program to support community

Emily Osterholz, Arts and Life Editor August 28, 2016

In the aftermath of the worst mass shooting incident in U.S. history, NKU LGBTQ Programs and Services welcomes everyone with comforting arms and supports those still feeling the shock from the Orlando...

Where in the world was NKU this summer?

Where in the world was NKU this summer?

Emily Sherry, Contributor August 21, 2016

Irakoze Dieudone already had trouble calling himself an American.Originally from the Dominican Republic, the 20-year-old grew up in a Tanzanian Refugee camp, where he was taught to speak French.The now...

Students moved into their dorms on Thursday to kick off Welcome Week.

GALLERY: Move-in day kicks off Welcome Week

Alec Reynolds, Video Editor August 18, 2016

Traffic was backed up as far as the eye could see Thursday afternoon as students, parents and volunteers transported totes and furniture into the university's housing facilities. Move-in day marks the...

This years Victorfest will take place Aug. 18- 29.

10 things to do during Welcome Week

Emily Osterholz, Cole Grecco, A&L Editor, Asst. A&L Editor August 14, 2016

We know you're not ready for class to start. We're not either -- so we compiled 10 things to do during Victorfest that will help you make the most of Welcome Week.  Thursday, August 18Welcome...

NKUs scholars discuss their experiences at the programs cookout.

NKU hosts Governor’s Scholar Program for second year

Alison Meineke, Contributor August 3, 2016

On an otherwise empty campus, an army of high school seniors lined up to eat freshly- made burgers, watermelon and rocket pops. It’s a super-sized backyard party with at least 100 of the 354 Governor’s...

Competitors sported their favorite Pokemon gear on Tuesday night.

Everything you need to know about Pokemon GO at NKU

Emily Osterholz, Arts and Life Editor July 27, 2016

Pokemon trainers ventured to NKU Tuesday night to collect as many Pokemon as possible and battle their competitors with one mission in mind: to be the very best. “Pokemon Go,” the popular app which...

Brandy Mulligan, NKU junior and member of Zeta Phi Beta sorority, represents her organization before performing in the show. Other Zetas showed their colors of blue and white to represent.

GALLERY: Greek yard show

Iyabo-Mesa Serikali, Reporter May 2, 2016

Before Feast for Finals on Thursday April 28, a crowd of students gathered in front of Loch Norse to watch the Greek Sorority and Fraternity Spring Yard Show. National Pan-Hellenic Council fraternities...

Professor Daryl Harris recites a poem from Langston Hughes and gives a speech to freshman R.O.C.K.S scholars.

GALLERY: Ahadi Celebration NKU ROCKS

Iyabo-Mesa Serikali, Reporter April 29, 2016

NKU R.O.C.K.S freshmen stand in applause having made it through their first year of college on April 26.African American Programs and Services held their annual Ahadi celebration--Ahadi meaning “with...

Voices of feminism: All are welcome.

Voices of feminism: All are welcome.

Mackenzie Manley, News Editor April 29, 2016

A person may walk into a convenience store and purchase a nude Band-Aid without having to question why the shade “nude” doesn’t match their skin.Others can take a stroll down the street without being...

A panel discussion took place following Quinones conversation to talk about potential solutions for the heroin epidemic. Panel members include (left to right) Perilou Goddard, Lynne Saddler, Eric Specht, Jason Merrick, Sam Quinones.

PODCAST: Author promotes unity amidst heroin crisis

Abby Anstead, Managing Editor April 19, 2016

As the moderator took the stage, he asked members of the audience to raise their hand if they have lost a family member or a friend to heroin addiction.A sea of fingers and palms faced the stage, lingering...

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