Human trafficking task force working to help Kentucky victims
Noelle Horn, Reporter
February 20, 2019
Filed under Crime, Featured Story, Kentucky News, National News, News
In Northern Kentucky, the dangers of human trafficking might appear inconsequential. One imagines a trip abroad gone wrong or bases their knowledge around the dramatic portrayals they’ve seen in Hollywood. But this violation of human rights is living and prevalent, and it can happen to anyone. In...
Northerner wins 5 Kentucky Press Association awards
Northerner Staff
January 29, 2019
Filed under Featured Story, Kentucky News, News
The Northerner won five Kentucky Press Association awards Jan. 25. The Northerner, along with all Kentucky student publications, was also recognized for a year of watchdog reporting and a student press fight for public records.
How should you learn about college debt?
Nicole Browning and Sam Rosenstiel
November 28, 2018
Filed under Featured Story, Kentucky News, National News, News
With tuition on the rise at universities around the country, more and more students are taking out loans to afford a college degree, and NKU students are no exception. How students learn about debt and eventually overcome it is up to them, but what’s available at NKU to help them on their financial journey?
Opioids: Health Innovation receives $200K to fight epidemic
Northerner Staff
November 27, 2018
Filed under Featured Story, Kentucky News, News, Science & Health
Northern Kentucky’s opioid overdose rates were among some of the highest in the state last year.
Election 2018: What you need to know
Sam Rosenstiel, Editor-in-Chief
November 5, 2018
Filed under Featured Story, Kentucky News, National News, News
Election Day is tomorrow. Are you prepared to vote?
How NKU fights its shrinking enrollment
Josh Goad, Assistant News Editor
October 24, 2018
Filed under Featured Story, Kentucky News, News
Continued decline in enrollment could lead to further shortfalls, which means less spending on everything. This year’s shortfall occurred because NKU estimated the enrollment decline on historic data— but is there a precedent?
Health Innovation Center: Bevin, Vaidya cut ribbon at dedication
Josh Goad, Assistant News Editor
October 18, 2018
Filed under Featured Story, Kentucky News, News, Science & Health
The governor, state and NKU officials dedicated the Health Innovation Center on Wednesday.
GALLERY: Wil Schroder, Rachel Roberts debate at NKU Student Union
Northerner Staff
October 3, 2018
Filed under Featured Story, Kentucky News, News
State Senator Wil Schroder and Rachel Roberts debated issues affecting everyday Kentuckians in front of over 300 attendants in NKU's Student Union Ballroom Tuesday night.
Election 2018: State senate debate in SU Ballroom Oct. 2
Northerner Staff
September 26, 2018
Filed under Featured Story, Kentucky News, News, SGA
As the midterm election draws near, NKU Student Government Association and The Northerner will host a debate featuring incumbent State Senator Wil Schroder and challenger Rachel Roberts.
What you missed at SGA Sept. 17
Ryan Clifton, Reporter
September 19, 2018
Filed under Kentucky News, News, SGA, WYMASGA
Protesters descended on Student Government Association’s Sept. 17 meeting to rally against the appointment of a justice accused of using derogatory language by a former SGA senator and former justice. Two state senators also spoke about university funding, and SGA passed a resolution for veterans.
McConnell praises NKY court pick at NKU ceremony
Sam Rosenstiel, Editor-in-Chief
August 27, 2018
Filed under Featured Story, Kentucky News, National News, News
Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell espoused President Donald Trump’s pick for federal judge in Greaves Concert Hall Monday.
Pension freeze stalls cuts, buys NKU time
Sam Rosenstiel, News Editor
May 2, 2018
Filed under Featured Story, Kentucky News, News
A bill to freeze NKU’s pension payment, which was set to soar to $31 million, passed April 26, interim president Gerard St. Amand told regents Wednesday.
