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NKU implements sustainability practices to attain zero net carbon emission

NKU implements sustainability practices to attain zero net carbon emission

Josh Goad, Contributor September 22, 2017

As NKU’s environmental sustainability manager, Tess Phinney has her hands in a lot of bins—both literally and figuratively. As part of a sustainability strategy that stretches between 2017 to 2022,...

NKU Mens Soccer coaching staff plans before the first overtime period in the game against Marshall

Norse draw Marshall 2-2

Austin Elmore, Contributor September 20, 2017

The NKU men’s soccer team played to a 2-2 draw against Marshall on Wednesday night at the NKU Soccer Stadium. The draw brings the Norse to 4-1-3 on the year, while Marshall moves to 5-2-1. “Really...

A few took to the stage to inspire the community and to talk about issues facing the Latino community.

Hispanic heritage month kick-off melds community, hope

Brittney Gunter, Design editor September 18, 2017

The smell of food infused the University Center’s lobby as Latin music poured from the ballroom. The event kicked off National Hispanic Heritage Month with a reception on Sept. 14 as Latino Programs...

SOTA Wellness Session:Self-Care and You

SOTA Wellness Session:Self-Care and You

Kiara Reece, Contributor September 18, 2017

The School of the Arts will host a wellness session for SOTA majors and minors on Thursday, September 21. The lead speaker will be Staff Clinician, Diana Petta Wallace and the session will focus on self-care...

The rooftops of downtown Cincinnati.

A Week of Adventures in the Queen City

Alex King, Contributor September 18, 2017

Get off campus for a day or a weekend with events spanning across Greater Cincinnati. You deserve to escape the white-walled prison of your dormitory. Monday, September 18 The Office: Live Trivia Night For...

GALLERY: Sororities welcome new sisters during bid day weekend

GALLERY: Sororities welcome new sisters during bid day weekend

Chelsea Livers Gowdy, Contributor September 18, 2017

The second weekend of September was recruitment time for sororities at NKU; about 350 women explored Greek life in order to find the chapters that best suited them.  For many, including junior Rachel...

Highland Heights Farmer’s Market, a stone’s throw from NKU

Alex King, Contributor September 18, 2017

Marvin Barbian of Barbian Farms is one of many that comes out each week to sell his products at Highland Heights Market--part of the Campbell County Farmer's Association--which range from tomatoes, green...

After bids are accepted, new members go through a pledging process to get a better understanding of the organization of their choice.

GALLERY: Fraternity bid day takes Science Center lawn

Mesa Serikali, Reporter September 18, 2017

The sound of music, mostly hip-hop, rang through the Science Center lawn as current fraternity members began placing large greek letters--symbols of their fraternity chapters--across the field. Members...

Muslim headdresses from left to right : burqa, niqab, hijab, and chador.

9/11 and Islam: One student’s perspective

Kiara Reece, Contributor September 17, 2017

September 11, 2001—10 members associated with extremist group Al-Qaeda attacked the World Trade Towers in New York City, NY marking 9/11 as a day that went down in American history. Each year, its anniversary...

Macy Hamblin (3) wins a headball in the game against Xavier

Hamblin’s second half goal gets Norse back on track

Christopher Decker, Managing Editor September 15, 2017

NKU's women's soccer team snapped a three-game losing streak Friday night, taking down Horizon League foe UIC Flames 2-0 at the NKU Soccer Stadium. The Norse improved to 4-4 on the season and earned their...

Health Innovation Center projected to open in Spring 2018

Health Innovation Center projected to open in Spring 2018

Natalie Hamren, Contributor September 15, 2017

Students should be able to experience the technologically advanced Health Innovation Center around February or March of 2018, as originally scheduled. Mark Jones, senior project manager and associate director,...

2 Chainz rolled around the stage in a wheelchair after breaking his leg in August.

REVIEW: Ubahn Fest brings 2 Chainz, Big Sean under ground

Cole Grecco, Arts & Life Editor September 14, 2017

Despite its relatively small size, Ubahn Fest boasted an impressive lineup. 2 Chainz and Gucci Mane have been at the forefront of the Atlanta trap scene that has blown apart the mainstream over the past...

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