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Students take part in Donna Grisez-Webers Ballet 1 class.

School of the Arts is looking over the fence for collaboration

Lizzie Kibler, Arts and Life Editor September 1, 2015

From departments to programs, now 900 majors strong and more collaboration opportunities,  the School of the Arts (SOTA) is starting their new legacy at NKU.SOTA is what the original fine arts departments...

Syreeta Briggs (left) and Jamila Lovelace (right) promoting S.W.E.R.V.E. at Fresh Fusion.

S.W.E.R.V.E encourages students to speak up

Maggie Fulmer, Contributing Writer September 1, 2015

Many people have a lot to say, but no place to say it. One organization at NKU is looking for a way to change that.For most of her NKU R.O.C.K.S. experience, Syreeta Briggs didn’t say much. It wasn’t...

Sarah Listerman (left) and Sarah Reverman (right). They are pushing the mobile x-ray unit down the hallway outside of lab.

Rad Tech Club: Becoming X-Ray Experts

Emily Osterholz, Contributing Writer September 1, 2015

At first glance, Rad Tech Club seems like technology enthusiasts coming together, but these students are actually interested in looking deeper into the human body. The Rad Tech Club at NKU specializes...

Women run to their new Greek home. NKUs sorority bid day occurred on Sunday, Aug. 30.

VIDEO: RUSHing into the new year

Taylor Upchurch, Social Media Editor August 31, 2015

The once abandoned Griffin Lawn quickly filled with emotion and life as all six of NKU’s sororities gathered on the grass with their bid names, letters, face paint, and a little pep in their step. Each...

Two students working together to better their community. They both took part in the annual Day of Service.

Continuing a Norse Tradition with Service on Saturday

Sarah Clark, Contributor August 22, 2015

Nearly 300 students showed up early Saturday morning to participate in a service opportunity that helps the community.Students range from brand new freshmen to experienced seniors all of whom have a desire...

Senior Pastor Rick Fraizer stands with volunteers during the Baptist Centers cookout for freshman.

BCM eases transition for freshmen

Gavin Colton, Reporter August 22, 2015

The first week of classes can be a difficult transition for all students, but in particular, the freshmen class. With their now busier than ever schedules, block classes, scary professors, longer than...

Students take part in the hypnotists show. Dale K has been a familiar face at Victorfest.

Hypnotist returns to Victorfest with surprises in tow

Mackenzie Manley, Contributor August 19, 2015

Dale K was greeted to the stage in the Student Union Ballroom with a resounding drumroll as NKU students anticipated the antics that were about to unfold on Tuesday night.Dale K, who is also known as ‘Almost...

Improv member Agent Trail-mix to mad-lib. Mission IMPROVable took place in the Student Union Ballroom for the first time.

Mission IMPROVable complete

Taylor Upchurch, Social Media Editor August 17, 2015

Four men, also known as Agent Sugarbear, Agent Aerospace, Agent X, and Agent Trail-Mix, entered the Mission IMPROVable sporting their sunglasses and black ties with intentions of entertaining the audience...

Students attempt to find cheaper ways of getting textbooks.

Find textbooks without breaking the bank

Lizzie Kibler, Arts and Life Editor August 17, 2015

Students find themselves in the same situation each year: how will I get textbooks? There is always the option of buying the book in hopes of selling it back for a decent price at the end. However, that...

Victorfest tailgate offers fellowship and fun to students new and old

Kelsey Bungenstock, Contributing Writer August 17, 2015

Before saying goodbye to summer, the welcome week events at Victorfest have given students, new and old, the opportunity to come together in order to kick the year off right. With funnel cakes, impromptu...

Victorfest II: Beach Bummin’ Recreational Style

Taylor Upchurch, Social Media Editor August 17, 2015

With fall semester’s beginning looming just around the corner, there were multitudes of freshmen, also known as the class of 2019, that were livening up NKU’s campus including the freshly renovated...

Essentials for a day on campus

Andrea Carter, Copy Editor August 16, 2015

While navigating through the concrete jungle also known as NKU’s campus, nothing is more vital than a well packed backpack. Since backpacks are the hub of what college students need to stay prepared,...

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