The Northerner

Much Ado is more than nothing

Jeremy Jackson and Jeremy Jackson October 6, 2009

In the romantic comedy, we are introduced to a pair of lovers (Claudio and Hero) who are set to be married in a week. In order to fill idle time, and entertain their own whims, the duo conspires to convince two unsuspecting characters to proclaim their love for each other.'
Benedick, a selfish and self-proclaimed life-long bachelor is, through a series of lies and eavesdropping, coerced into giving his heart to that of Beatrice (a cynical girl of wealthy means - both challenging and opinionated). She then proclaims her love for him, but along the way a whole host of other factors materialize.

Now more than ever

Jesse Call September 29, 2009

Due to increasing need in the area, a campus-wide campaign says that 'now more than ever' is the time to get involved in making a difference. This week, Northern Kentucky University is promoting a campus-wide fundraising campaign for two local community organizations that provide funding to nearly 200 outreach charities in the greater Cincinnati area.

Jesse Call September 29, 2009

Due to increasing need in the area, a campus-wide campaign says that 'now more than ever' is the time to get involved in making a difference. This week, Northern Kentucky University is promoting a campus-wide fundraising campaign for two local community organizations that provide funding to nearly 200 outreach charities in the greater Cincinnati area.

Finding a place to take a rest

Brandon Barb and Brandon Barb September 29, 2009

When I take a nap I like to be comfortable. I like to sprawl out on my bed or on any given couch. But when I am on campus I do noy have bed and I do not have my couch. So the question arises, where on campus is the best place to take a nap?

I am going to be going over the best places to take a quick nap in between classes or if you are just too tired to head back home.

What McDonalds can teach you

Dan Robards and Dan Robards September 29, 2009

One thing that makes NKU unique is that most of the students work to pay for some of their college experience. According to NKU President James Votruba, 85 percent of NKU students work at least 20 hours a week. Some work at a part-time job as a way to get through school, and others work full-time at jobs that give them experience and a step forward in their careers.

Volleyball undefeated in GLVC

Mike Collins and Mike Collins September 29, 2009

The Northern Kentucky University Volleyball team swept the Maryville Saints, 25-11, 25-18, 25-23, in a Great Lakes Valley Conference showdown Sept. 25 at Regents Hall.

The Norse (12-5, 3-0 in the GLVC) got solid performances from junior middle hitter Kim Nemcek, sophomore outside hitter Noelle Peterson and sophomore outside hitter Sarah Drennen.

Done with Pitt. Now what?

Mike Collins and Mike Collins September 29, 2009

Get out of our house. The Cincinnati Bengals defeated the Pittsburgh Steelers 23-20 at Paul Brown Stadium on Sunday. The Steelers (1-2, 0-1 in the AFC North Division) had claimed the last eight games in Cincinnati.

Fantasy football: Week three

Alex Owsley and Alex Owsley September 29, 2009

It was a wild week three in the National Football League.' We saw the lowly Detroit Lions win for the first time in 17 consecutive games. We saw old man Brett Favre throw a game winning Hail Mary for the Minnesota Vikings to beat the 49ers. We also got to witness Michael Vick's debut for the Philadelphia Eagles, which is the first time he has played football in more than two years. The Cincinnati Bengals beat the Pittsburg Steelers 23-10 at Paul Brown Stadium for the first time since 2001.

More than just a classroom

Kelly Phelan and Kelly Phelan September 29, 2009

Although the Haile Digital Planetarium is primarily used by the Department of Physics and Geology for classes, including low-level astronomy classes, it also is used for many other things, such as showing short films on the weekends and being one of Northern Kentucky University's outreach programs.

Jackson on Local Fare

Jeremy Jackson and Jeremy Jackson September 29, 2009

From the second you walk in to Pompilio's you are confronted with an icon of local history. From the old style cherry and mahogany bar--a throw back to when saloons were the gold standard - to the uncomplicated ingredients that dress the menu, Pompilio's has remained a cornerstone of Northern Kentucky Italian fare since its opening in the 1930s. While the United States was entangled in the throws of a Great Depression, Pompillio's was a newly established and thriving Italian restaurant catering to the heart of Newport.

Police Beats – September 2009

The Northerner and The Northerner September 27, 2009

Reported: 09/24/09 Occurred: 09/22/09 0001 to 09/23/09 1700 Incident: Theft Location: Dorms-University Suites Disposition: Report-Open Comments: Credit card, cash and pendant taken from victim's purse....

Fantasy Football Weekly: Week two

Alex Owsley and Alex Owsley September 23, 2009

Didn't have the time to soak in all of week two? Here's a recap of the second week in the National Football League, and some advice for week three.

Load More Stories
Activate Search
The Independent Student Newspaper of Northern Kentucky University.