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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...

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...

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...

Stress based on acceptance rates. The lower the rates, the higher the stress according to Education Tech News.

Effects of college stress

Lizzie Kibler, Assistant Arts and Life Editor May 4, 2015

Students have taken over Steely Library, Griffin Hall labs and other buildings on campus in an attempt to complete final projects or study for finals that are coming up.However, stress has taken over the...

‘Medieval Martian Massacre’ showcases virtual reality

Dylan Tierney, Reporter May 4, 2015

Medieval Martian Massacre says a lot about itself in the title alone. Set in medieval times, the evil martians are invading Earth. It’s up to you to put a stop to their nefarious invasion, the only way...

Game room juggles two fighting game tournaments at once

Dylan Tierney, Reporter April 29, 2015

Clicking controllers and rage-inducing outbursts could be heard all through the Student Union’s game room yesterday. Tournaments have been occurring for years, but there was a twist to this tournament...

Ben McLain and Paul Peglar of Dakaboom performing on stage in the multipurpose room in the Student Union. Dakaboom performed on stage in the James C. and Rachel M. Votruba Student Union on NKU Campus in the Multipurpose Room on April 20, 2015.

A little Dakaboom brings laughter

Taylor Upchurch, Reporter April 22, 2015

Two men walk onto the stage; one sits at the piano and begins to play, the other stands behind the mic and sings … nothing. He stands there, and he simply stares at the audience and does … absolutely...

Playwright makes second appearance at Y.E.S Festival

Playwright makes second appearance at Y.E.S Festival

Gavin Colton, Reporter April 22, 2015

In his sophomore year at Cornell University, playwright, David Williams, directed his first act. That’s when it all clicked for the Pittsburgh native. Since then he’s written a plethora of award winning...

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