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Suffering and silenced: The reality of eating disorders on campus

Suffering and silenced: The reality of eating disorders on campus

Noël Waltz, Reporter January 21, 2019
More than 30 million people across the country are struggling with an eating disorder, but only 30% will ever seek help. Eating disorders are terrifying, and many college students will unfortunately come to understand that all too well. A few Norse have been willing to tell their stories - will you listen?
Whos Umi? What to know about NKUs mummy project

Who’s Umi? What to know about NKU’s mummy project

Kane Mitten, Assistant Arts & Life Editor January 18, 2019
A 2,000-year-old mummy named Umi made a stop at NKU on Thursday morning as part of an ongoing collaboration between the university and the Cincinnati Museum Center.
Jennifer Kinsley, attorney and Chase Law associate director of professional development, works for justice for those who belong to traditionally marginalized groups.

Rebel lawyer: Chase Law professor defends survivors of trafficking

Noelle Horn, Reporter January 18, 2019
It isn't easy to get Chase Law professor Jennifer Kinsley to back down from a challenge.
The James C. and Rachel M. Votruba Student Union.

Enrollment is up, online classes boost new numbers

Josh Goad, Assistant News Editor January 17, 2019

On Jan. 16, NKU’s Board of Regents gathered for their first meeting of 2019. After a fall semester that fell short of enrollment expectations, President Ashish Vaidya was pleased to announce some changes...

GALLERY: Ancient mummy analyzed at Health Innovation Center

GALLERY: Ancient mummy analyzed at Health Innovation Center

Kane Mitten, Assistant Arts & Life Editor January 17, 2019
The Cincinnati Museum Center's child mummy, believed to be almost 2,000 years old, visited NKU's Health Innovation Center to be scanned and analyzed Thursday.
Police: Suspect at large after sexual assault in University Center

Police: Suspect at large after sexual assault in University Center

Northerner Staff January 16, 2019
NKU Police are looking for a suspect in a reported sexual assault that occurred Wednesday in the University Center.
Winterfest returns to NKU

Winterfest returns to NKU

Kane Mitten, Assistant Arts & Life January 14, 2019

To celebrate the beginning of the new semester, NKU is holding a weeklong festival for students full of fun events and exciting opportunities. On Wednesday, head to the Student Union Plaza for the annual...

Womens basketball will play UC Wednesday night in Truist Arena.

Norse fall to Wright State 61-55

Ty DeBonis, Reporter January 12, 2019
The NKU women’s basketball team fell short to Wright State on Saturday by a score of 61-55 at BB&T Arena. The loss for the Norse puts them at 3-12 overall and 2-3 in Horizon League play.
Norse defeat conference rival Wright State 68-64

Norse defeat conference rival Wright State 68-64

Sierra Newton, Sports Editor January 11, 2019
The NKU men’s basketball team held off Horizon league rivals Wright State 68-64. The Norse now move 4-1 in conference play and 14-4 overall. Wright State Raiders moves to 2-3 in the conference and 8-10 overall.
Tyler Sharpe (15) dives for a loose ball in the game against Wright State.

Preview: NKU hosts highly-anticipated Wright State match at BB&T

Sierra Newton, Sports Editor January 11, 2019
If you have been on any social media where NKU basketball fans lurk, you’ll notice the hashtag trending #WrightStateHateWeek in anticipation for tonight’s game.
Government shutdown: what students need to know

Government shutdown: what students need to know

Sam Rosenstiel, Editor-in-Chief January 11, 2019
The partial federal government shutdown enters its 21st day on Friday, tying it with the longest shutdown in U.S. history.
Men’s basketball conquers Detroit Mercy 95-73

Men’s basketball conquers Detroit Mercy 95-73

Ty DeBonis, Reporter January 5, 2019

The Northern Kentucky University men’s basketball team bounced back from a tough loss 36 hours prior with a rock-solid 95-73 victory Saturday afternoon over the Titans of Detroit Mercy in Detroit. The...

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