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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...

Professor pens book, covers changing face of political media coverage

Professor pens book, covers changing face of political media coverage

Erin Mullins, Staff writer August 29, 2013

An associate professor in NKU’s political science, criminal justice and organizational leadership departments has published his first book to help people understand and navigate political media. Dr....

President Mearns Fall 2013 Convocation was held in Greaves Concert Hall on Friday, August 16, 2013 to talk about the future of Northern Kentucky University and commemorate the past years success. NKU Professor Alar Lipping was named the 2013 Frank Sinton Milburn Outstanding Professor at the Fall 2013 Convocation.

Peers name Alar Lipping ‘outstanding professor’

Jessica Kopena, Staff writer August 29, 2013

An NKU kinesiology professor has received the 2013 Frank Sinton Milburn Outstanding Professor Award. On Aug. 16, 2013, Alar Lipping received the award after being nominated by his peers throughout the...

Being bilingual offers various benefits

Abigail Hull, Staff writer August 29, 2013

For students who studied a foreign language in highschool, it was more than likely a new experience. There can be benefits involved when you know more than one language, according to Gisèle Loriot-Raymer,...

Temporary housing poses numerous challenges

Silvana Hill, Contributing writer August 29, 2013

Residents of Callahan Hall and future residents of the soon-to-be-completed Lakeside Terrace residence hall have found themselves a little too close for comfort in these first weeks of the fall semester. The...

Involve as a student, evolve as a person

Abigail Hull, Staff writer August 21, 2013

Benefits arise from student participation  No matter if a student is interested in Greek Life, service opportunities, student government, or even creating their own student-run organization, NKU has...

Theatre dept. prepares for fall curtain call

Erin Mullins, Staff writer August 21, 2013

The theatre season is starting for NKU and many students will have a chance to participate in two distinct plays and a musical this semester. The first production this fall will be “Moby Dick--Rehearsed,”...

Freshmen (From Left) Katelyn Nelson and Liz Schmidt attend the showing of The Great Gatsby, which hosted a full lawn of attendees outside of Griffin Hall

First day of classes ends with “The Great Gatsby” showing

Abigail Hull, Contributing Writer August 20, 2013

Last night was the Movie on the Lawn event put on by the Activities Programming Board here at NKU. APB showed "The Great Gatsby," much different than the superhero themes of previous years with "The Avengers,"...

Photo by Maggie Pund
A NKU student performs on the Cyr wheel in the amphitheater for the Celebration of Student Creativity and Research. Kirk Wallace, a math and physics major, is known around campus for his creative athletic demonstrations and unusual hobbies

One NKU student does it all, known on campus for it

Maggie Pund, Staff writer May 9, 2013

Whether it is peering over crowds while scaling the side of a building or spinning around the amphitheater inside of a massive metal ring as an audience circles, some students enjoy looking at life from...

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