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The Northerner

The Independent Student Newspaper of Northern Kentucky University.

The Northerner

The Independent Student Newspaper of Northern Kentucky University.

The Northerner

Haley Libs records a kill during the NKU Invitational in Regents Hall.

Norse volleyball go 1-1 in first two Horizon League games

Mike Canizales, Reporter September 25, 2017

The Northern Kentucky women’s volleyball team opened up Horizon League  play by snapping their five-game losing streak on Saturday night, defeating the Wright State  Raiders in five sets (23-25,18-25,25-21,25-19,15-13)...

In a growing trend. NKU student Seth Robert Johnston was blocked from Trump's twitter account.

BLOCKED: When you can’t view the president’s tweets

Kristian Porter, Assistant News Editor September 25, 2017

A defining characteristic of our newest president is his willingness to reach for Twitter, no matter the occasion. Millions flock to @RealDonaldTrump to hear his thoughts on public policy and current events,...

Hiking club merges outdoor spaces and community

Hiking club merges outdoor spaces and community

Shaun Chazuka, Contributor September 24, 2017

As the fall semester began, a new organization emerged on campus: the NKU Hiking club. At its core is club president Allison Wendling, who began organizing it before summer had ended. “I was surprised...

Business Week will give students an opportunity to connect  with professionals and explore their future job fields.

Business Week: Connect with the professionals

Pavel Klementyev, Contributor September 24, 2017

Northern Kentucky University and Haile/US Bank College of Business faculty and staff will host the ninth annual business week for all NKU students on Sept. 26-27. This two-day business week event will...

NKU players huddle up before the second half in the game against Marshall

Norse record fifth shutout of the season in victory over IUPUI

Christopher Decker, Managing Editor September 23, 2017

The NKU men's soccer team recorded their fifth shutout of the season and defeated IUPUI 3-0 in the NKU Soccer Stadium. The Norse improve to 5-1-3 on the season while the Jaguars remain winless with an...

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 Men's 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...

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