SU Starbucks reopens, take a look at new renovations

Josh Kelly, Assistant Arts & Life Editor

August 16, 2018

Filed under Arts & Life, Featured Story

This is not a drill: the Student Union Starbucks is finally open, just in time for students and faculty to get pick-me-up they need before classes resume.

Greek orgs raised $180K, volunteered over 30K hours last year

Maria Dossett, Arts and Life Editor

August 6, 2018

Filed under Arts & Life, Featured Story

NKU’s Greek Life displayed its dedication to serving others by raising $180,000 during the 2017-2018 academic year. From August to May, NKU’s 22 fraternities and sororities hosted several philanthropic events supporting organizations like the USO, Women’s Crisis Center, St. Elizabeth Breast Health Cen...

GALLERY: The biggest acts and best munchies at Bunbury 2018

Brooke Smith, Contributor

June 10, 2018

Filed under Arts & Life, Featured Story, Reviews

The Northerner’s got you covered on the hottest acts, best food and chillest vibes at Cincinnati’s biggest summer alt-music event.

Weekend planetarium shows smash attendance records

Maria Dossett, Arts & Life Editor

June 8, 2018

Filed under Arts & Life, Campus Events, Featured Story

Looking for something to do on Friday nights this month? Try looking to the stars.

Students’ Fringe plays tackle race, theatre and open mic woes

Maria Dossett, Arts & Life Editor

June 7, 2018

Filed under A&L Features, Arts & Life, Featured Story

This year, several NKU students and alumni are showcasing their talents in the primary lineup of Cincy Fringe.

Esports club gives competitive gaming a proper home on campus

Kane Mitten, Reporter

May 4, 2018

Filed under A&L Features, Arts & Life, Featured Story

They have the drive and dedication of athletes. They train for countless hours, play in scrimmages, and compete in intercollegiate tournaments. They dedicate their time and energy to their sport, pouring themselves into the competition. And they’re doing it all while playing video games. Electro...

GALLERY: Millennium Falcon touches down at BB&T Arena

Owen Treolo, Reporter

April 27, 2018

Filed under A&L Features, Arts & Life, Featured Story

In a galaxy not-so-far away, Han Solo’s famous Millennium Falcon landed at BB&T Arena this weekend, featuring a recreation of the interior of the famous freighter. The "Millennium Falcon Experience" as it’s called, coincides with the release of Solo: A Star Wars Story. Constructed inside a...

Students who drink regularly more likely to underperform, says psych professor

Natalie Hamren, Assistant News Editor

April 27, 2018

Filed under A&L Features, Arts & Life, Featured Story

According to the 2015 National Survey on Drug Use and Health (NSDUH),15.1 million adults ages 18 and older has had an alcohol use disorder.

SOTA seniors’ art comes from introspection.

Chelsea Livers-Gowdy, Reporter

April 27, 2018

Filed under A&L Features, Arts & Life, Featured Story

  The School of the Arts is a place on campus where students discover their passions and turn them into art. Senior Chloe Collins, who is pursuing a BFA in art, took a gender studies class that challenged her perception of feminism.  Through the course, Collins grew and became more aware of h...

Farewell: Senior Arts & Life Editor Jude Noel

Jude Noel, Arts & Life Editor

April 25, 2018

Filed under Arts & Life, Editorial, Viewpoints

Polarizing as its appearance may be, it’s my opinion that NKU is a beautiful place. I don’t think I realized it until now, taking the opportunity to revisit the past four years of my life, realizing that my fondest memories of college are abstract, sensory experiences. I let myself slip into a daydre...

GALLERY: Activities Programming Board brings petting zoo to campus

Emerson Swoger and Jude Noel

April 25, 2018

Filed under Arts & Life, Campus Events, Featured Story

If you missed the petting zoo that took over NKU's Science Center lawn yesterday morning, don't fret. Northerner photographer Emerson Swoger was able to attend the event, presented by Activities Programming Board with help from Honey Hill farm, and snapped some pictures of the cutest animals on displ...

WATCH: The MINJAs and their New Image

April 23, 2018

Filed under Arts & Life, Campus Events, Video

This week we took an inside look at the recently recuperated MINjas organization. The overview looks at what they’ve done in the past, how they’re doing currently and what they plan for in the future.