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Travel writer speaks for Viva Humanities series

Erin Mullins, Staff Writer October 21, 2013

When Kelsey Timmerman took the stage for the Viva Humanities lecture on Wednesday, the first thing he asked the audience was, “Where are you guys wearing?”  He asked the audience to check their clothes...

Photobooth project highlighting the diversity on campus

Nancy Curtis, Arts and Life Editor October 16, 2013

Walking around campus you might notice some large photos of familiar and unfamiliar faces on the walls. In 2006 a French street artist known as JR, began a new movement that would sweep across the world....

Runners and reggae lovers enjoy the music of The Ark Band despite the rain.

Runners dance in the rain for a good cause

Erin Mullins, Staff Writer October 10, 2013

While running shoes and jogging shorts are common fashion statements at 5K events, this particular one had people combining rastafarian hats with umbrellas and ponchos. The 20th annual Reggae Run was...

Jazz player teaching the new generation

Andrew Kell, Contributing writer October 10, 2013

As NKU grows into a bigger university, more teachers and degree options begin to be added. The jazz degree has only been around for about five years, but one teacher is already starting to stand out: John...

Notable figure in Student Union win’s over campus community’s hearts

Notable figure in Student Union win’s over campus community’s hearts

Jessica Kopena, Staff writer October 10, 2013

Through the large groups of people in the Student Union— from students snacking on lunches to faculty enjoying a meal in the food court— one smiling face from Coyote Jacks stands out amongst the crowd.   Lamont...

Victim of human trafficking tells NKU students her tale and how she’s helping victims now. Spoiler alert: I survive.

Victim of human trafficking tells NKU students her tale and how she’s helping victims now. “Spoiler alert: I survive.”

October 9, 2013

Imagine dropping out of school at age 13. Imagine being swept into a world of nude modeling, prostitution, and shoplifting. Then imagine surviving the experience and becoming one of the most prominent...

Arnela and Amira Zekic react as they discover Amira has been chosen for NKU 2013 parent of the year

Mother named NKU 2013 parent of the year

Erin Mullins, Staff Writer October 8, 2013

“My mother isn’t someone just to look up to; she is someone to try to be,” said junior communications major Arnela Zekic in her nomination letter about her mother, Amira, who won the 2013 Parent...

Professor addresses DOMA ruling

Ricky Cracchiolo, Staff writer October 3, 2013

A NKU Chase Law professor spoke about the Supreme Court’s June ruling of the Defense of Marriage Act at an event sponsored by the American Constitution Society on Sept. 23. The organization brings...

How to stay safe on facebook

How to stay safe on facebook

Jessica Kopena, Staff writer October 3, 2013

The 2012 Horton Cyber Crime Report said every second, 14 adults are the victims of cyber crimes. “Hacking is any unauthorized access to an account,” said Chip Heath social media professor. “It...

Alcohol and drug violations top annual campus crime report

Alcohol and drug violations top annual campus crime report

Maggie Pund, News editor October 3, 2013

This week, NKU’s 2013 Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Report revealed that drug and liquor law violations remain the top reason for arrests on campus and on-campus student housing...

Local metal band starting fresh

Local metal band starting fresh

Marc Kennedy, Contributing writer September 26, 2013

Winterhymn, a metal band founded by NKU students, has recently gone through some major changes since their formation in 2009.   “In a lot of ways, it felt like just starting a new band,” said...

Alumni get a taste of sweet musical success

Nancy Curtis, Arts & Life editor September 26, 2013

In his parent’s basement, his older cousins practiced playing the 80’s music of the time. It was in that moment when Rich Shivener decided he wanted to play guitar and embark on his own goals as a...

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