The Northerner

NKU program helps turn dreams into realities

Amber Hemmerle, Contributing writer September 12, 2013

The INKUBATOR Lite Program made its debut this year, helping to guide current and recently graduated NKU students on their journey to turn their business ideas into business realities. Diane Moldonado...

Graffiti stimulates debate:  is it art or is it scribbles?

Graffiti stimulates debate: is it art or is it scribbles?

Andrew Kell, Contributing writer September 12, 2013

Graffiti has become more of a commonplace art form in recent years as popular artists like Banksy and Shepard Fairey have painted on many urban landscapes, such as Fairey’s murals seen throughout Cincinnati....

Tobacco Policy Task Force outlines ban’s budget

Ricky Cracchiolo, Staff writer September 12, 2013

The Tobacco Policy Task Force plans to decrease its $125,000 budget in the years following the implementation of the tobacco ban, according to Dean of Students Jeffrey Waple. Waple said the task force’s...

NKU president releases first draft of five-year strategic plan

NKU president releases first draft of five-year strategic plan

September 5, 2013

Five goals outline the future of the university The NKU Strategic Planning Committee released the first draft of the NKU 2013-18 Strategic Plan which included student success, talent development, academic...

Creativity could help Obama solve higher education funding issues

St. Louis Post-Dispatch September 5, 2013

President Barack Obama’s carrot-and stick-approach to making higher education more affordable is a good idea, but it does not address the most significant problem - the precipitous decline in state funding. Nor...

Junior nursing major always on the run the balancing act of studies, social and sports

Junior nursing major always on the run the balancing act of studies, social and sports

Brad Bishop, Staff writer September 5, 2013

NKU cross country runner J.J. Webber is used to running. Whether it is running on the track or running to his next class, J.J. is always in a hurry. Webber is a junior at NKU and has been one of the...

Players and coaches note recruitment changes from transition to Division I

Evan Merrill, Staff writer September 5, 2013

The transition to Division I has not only meant changes to recruiting rules, but it has also brought forth additional changes noticed by both coaches and players alike. “It [the Division I recruitment...

Professor writes chapter in new book about Kentucky government

Professor writes chapter in new book about Kentucky government

Erin Mullins, Staff writer September 5, 2013

An associate professor from the political science, criminal justice, and organizational leadership department collaborated on a new book about Kentucky politics and government, which will be released in...

Illuminaudi offers battle ground for players of all skill and game

Nancy Curtis, Arts & Life editor September 5, 2013

A local shop is promoting the ideas of bonding and fun, not just purchases. The Illuminaudi, located on Alexandria Pike, is not just another gaming store where fans gather to make purchases and go....

Better night’s sleep just an off switch away

Jessica Kopena, Staff writer September 5, 2013

College students generally have multiple responsibilities and with so many tasks, sleep can often become a low priority. “It’s [normal] to be a college student and need eight to nine hours of sleep,”...

Music Preparatory Program offers a composition of outreach opportunities

Abigail Hull, Staff writer September 5, 2013

A division of the NKU music department is working to shape the minds of young musical performers through practical skill at a low cost. NKU Music Preparatory Program “provides community and continuing...

Norse Commons to receive major changes next year

Norse Commons to receive major changes next year

Matt Hempfling, Staff writer September 5, 2013

Students in university housing will see big changes next fall in Norse Commons, according to Robert Knarr, the university project manager handling the renovations of the facility. “The overall scope...

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