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VIDEO: How NKU is “testing blind” in 2021

Megan Bechtold, Brady Smith, and Kay Fugate November 1, 2020

Beginning in the 2021 fall semester, NKU has announced that it will be using a “test blind” application format for incoming students, no longer requiring an ACT or SAT score to be submitted. The decision...

VIDEO: What Halloween looks like in a pandemic

Abby Behrens, Video Editor October 18, 2020

The ongoing pandemic has the power to put a damper on typical Halloween activities, but the holiday spirit lives on with people like Kylie Flick and her roommates, who are making TikToks with new costumes...

VIDEO: Dent Schoolhouse, COVID-19

Morgan King, Ryan Shauberger, and Dylan Shelton October 18, 2020

Dent Schoolhouse is a popular choice of entertainment around the Halloween season, but COVID-19 has required some changes to keep the business up and running. Northerner reporters met with owner Bud Stross...

VIDEO: What’s coming up with NVP

Collin Hudson, Abby Behrens, and Jacob Kinman October 4, 2020

Norse Violence Prevention Center (NVP) is an engaging on campus community that helps those affected by violence and sexual assault. Kendra Massey, Director of NVP, discusses her overall goal of the organization,...

VIDEO: Jazz Funk at the Rec

Megan Bechtold, Brady Smith, and Kay Fugate September 22, 2020

       The campus rec center has a variety of programs available to students, ranging from the standard gym equipment to a rock wall, an indoor pool, intramural sports, and even fitness classes. One...

VIDEO: Voting in the upcoming election

Abby Behrens, Jacob Kinman, and Collin Hudson September 16, 2020

Between COVID-19 and the current changes to the USPS, the idea of voting can be intimidating. The Northerner talked to Dr. Ryan Salzman to understand how the upcoming election is going to work, who also...

VIDEO: How to wear and care for your mask

Abby Behrens, Video Editor August 27, 2020

Wearing a mask can be a hard habit to get used to, but The Northerner is here to help this fall semester as we all adjust to this new normal.

VIDEO: 2020 Orientation, how COVID-19 changed it

Abby Behrens, Video Editor May 8, 2020

Like many organizations and events on campus, Orientation Leaders and the way Orientation is being held was drastically changed in light of COVID-19. Three 2020 OLs share what's changed and how they feel...

How the SGA president, VP ran an online campaign

Abby Behrens and Natalie Hamren May 8, 2020

Lauren Goodwin and Mia Derks were recently elected SGA president and vice president. Their campaign, along with the rest of the world, had to transition online mid-March. Check out to see what they did...

VIDEO: How are we staying focused during quarantine?

Abby Behrens, Video Editor April 15, 2020

Between distractions at home and a lack of motivation, staying focused can be a hard task while trying to get work done. Northerner Editors let us know what they've been doing while working from home.

VIDEO: “Informaticist in Residence” – Hnin Thiri Chaw

Jake Funk, Reporter March 10, 2020

Hnin Thiri Chaw has been on NKU's campus for months, giving presentations and explaining her research on the topics of artificial intelligence and deep learning.

VIDEO: The truth about learning styles

Abby Behrens, Video Editor March 3, 2020

Rachael Clark, an advisor for the Psychology department, tells The Northerner the truth about learning styles. Learn why learning types aren't supported by research and what learning methods are more effective...

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