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AI-generated artwork of a video game.

Does this game have a soul: The impact of artificial intelligence on the video game industry

Max Gruber, Contributor March 19, 2024

Artificial Intelligence is a hot-button topic across various industries: from the Writer’s Guild of America and SAG-AFTRA strikes in 2023 on the use of AI in film and television production, to the...

The Wellness Kiosk in Norse Commons has several health-related items that NKU students, staff and faculty can access for free. (Photo by Killian Baarlaer and Shae Meade)

New ‘vending machine’ in Norse Commons: What is it and how does it work?

Shae Meade, Reporter March 19, 2024

A new "vending machine" has been added to Norse Commons, but it doesn't contain any chips or sodas. Instead, the products are health-related and free. Items like COVID-19 tests, wound care kits and...

Kelly Moffett reading from the podium

Stories beneath stars at Loch Norse Magazine’s open mic night

Kathy Dubois, Reporter March 15, 2024

NKU students, professors and the surrounding NKU community gathered on Wednesday, March 13 to share at the Loch Norse open mic beneath the stars. The atmosphere of Haile Planetarium was buzzing...

A rendering created by Flad Architects and Omni Architects for the renovated Science Center. (Provided)

Plans for Science Center expansion discussed at Board of Regents Meeting Monday

Killian Baarlaer, News Editor March 12, 2024

At today’s Board of Regents meeting, the board heard a report explaining the scope and rationale for a project that will expand and upgrade the Dorothy Westerman Herrmann Science Center.   The...

Marques Warrick in action

End of the road for NKU men’s basketball

Emmanuelle Hewson, Sports Editor March 12, 2024

The NKU men’s basketball team ended their 2023-24 season in Indianapolis Monday night with the Horizon League semi-finals against Milwaukee. They started the first half strong, leading from the start...

The cast of “Amélie” rehearsing at The Carnegie. (Hailey Roden)

The curtain is rising this spring for these upcoming SOTA productions

Holland Rajewski, Reporter March 11, 2024

NKU School of the Arts’ students are preparing for jam packed student-run season, including a Tony-award winning play, musical and a student-written show.  Amélie The Musical The musical is based...

Mens basketball played at the Nutter Center at Wright State University Thursday night.

Men’s basketball advances to Indianapolis

Braden White, Editor-in-Chief March 9, 2024

After a close 99-97 score against Wright State, NKU men’s basketball took home the win from the quarterfinal matchup Thursday night. Though NKU trailed by 17 in the first half, the team was able to...

NKU students will travel to the Capitol on Thursday, Feb. 29 for a rally against anti-DEI bills.

SGA invites students to rally against anti-DEI legislation

Braden White and Emily Sisk February 28, 2024

Northern Kentucky University’s Student Government Association (SGA) is inviting students to a rally opposing legislation which seeks to dismantle universities’ diversity, equity and inclusion efforts. SGA...

NKU Women’s Golf Team with coaches (Violet Lewis, NKU Athletics)

A Tropical Tournament

Hailey Roden, Photo Editor February 27, 2024

The ladies of NKU golf kick off their spring season by heading to paradise, playing their first tournament hosted by Ball State University in Humacao, Puerto Rico.  The Cardinal Classic will be played...

The facade of the Kentucky State Capitol. Kentucky State Capitol by MT_Image is licensed under CC BY 2.0.

What are the bills that would impact diversity, equity and inclusion in Kentucky?

Killian Baarlaer, News Editor February 27, 2024

A bill that would reshape diversity, equity and inclusion programs at public higher-education institutions in Kentucky passed the Kentucky Senate earlier this month. Senate Bill 6, which the Senate...

From left to right: Olivia Craddock and Jennifer Gardner at Alumni Award Ceremony. (Photo provided)

A ‘cheerleader’ for student success: Director of Student Excellence wins Faculty/Staff Strongest Influence Alumni Award

Elita St. Clair, Social Media Editor February 26, 2024

Jennifer Gardner, executive director of the Center for Student Excellence at Northern Kentucky University has received the NKU 2024 Alumni Award of Faculty/Staff Strongest Influence. This award honors...

LJ Wells in action

Men’s basketball dig deep to defeat Cleveland State

Emmanuelle Hewson, Sports Editor February 23, 2024

The NKU men’s basketball team put on a thrilling show inside Truist Arena on Thursday night with their 75-73 win over the Cleveland State Vikings. The victory reinforces the new found confidence the...

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