The Northerner

Hot Seat with Brian Lewin

John Rasp • December 8, 2004

In this week's Hot Seat, John interviews Brian Lewin. Brian is a sophomore forward on the men's basketball team.

Men’s basketball splits weekend series

December 8, 2004

RENSSELAER, Ind. - Derek Smith and Pat Cary combined for

Women’s hoops records first win

December 8, 2004

RENSSELAER, Ind. - Nikki Perkins scored 20 points and dished out three assists as Northern Kentucky University snapped a season-opening five-game losing streak with an 83-70 win over Saint Joseph's on Dec. 4.

Race tight for Heisman

Zack Staten • December 8, 2004

In 2004, NCAA football has seen a season of debates, arguments and controversy. Awarding the Heisman Trophy this year should be no different than the current theme.

MLB needs drug testing

December 8, 2004

With the recent revelations about the steroid use of Barry Bonds and Jason Giambi, there is speculation about the affect this will have on Major League Baseball.

Synthesizers and horns fuse punk, jazz on Cougars EP

Chad Snowden • December 8, 2004

Eight-piece, Chicago rock band, Cougars, have only been around a short time, releasing their debut LP Nice, Nice in 2003. Rigorous touring and word-of-mouth spread by the sonic brilliance of Nice, Nice, helped prove Cougars point against those that think rock n' roll is dead.

Shop smart when buying holiday decorations

Jamie McIver • December 8, 2004

It may be your first Christmas on your own, and you have to start on your very own collection of Christmas decorations. Don't let it put a dent in your wallet. Here are some great holiday ideas for college students. First, Target seemed to have a majority of the Christmas decorating essentials at reasonable prices.

‘Romeo and Juliet’ actors adapt well to 1950s setting

Amy Ehrnreiter • December 8, 2004

For the NKU Department of Theatre's rendition of "Romeo and Juliet," director Mike King chose to set the play in the 1950s to help the audience connect with the action happening on stage.

Children exhibit LEGO creations

Katie Walker • December 8, 2004

Playing with LEGOS has just taken on a whole new meaning.

Art grads say farewell

Kristin Koester • December 8, 2004

After a long journey, nine senior art students can finally close the books for good.

Tree Truths

Daniel Cooper • December 8, 2004

1. How did the tradition of decorating evergreens at Christmas begin? The tradition of decorating evergreens can be traced back to ancient times in Rome and Egypt in celebration of the winter solstice. In 1510, the first Christmas tree was displayed in Riga, Latvia.

Santa exists in holiday spirit

Steve Funaro • December 8, 2004

Dear Santa, My name is Steve Funaro, I am a young man that lives in Kentucky. I am sure you know who I am, I have been on your lists for quite some time now. It has been a while since I have written but I thought I could make up for that this year.