NKU helps fight opioid addiction in Owen County
Rachel Smith, Reporter
September 11, 2019
According to a 2019 study conducted by the National Safety Council, Kentucky ranks fifth in states with the highest rate of preventable deaths, the leading cause being officially labeled as poisoning—which is comprised mostly of overdoses.
A Ribbon Cutting Ceremony Marks the Opening of the UK College of Medicine on NKU’s Campus
Noël Waltz, Copy Editor
September 6, 2019
A ceremony marking the official opening of the UK College of Medicine on NKU’s campus occurred in the Student Union Ballroom Thursday, Sept. 5 at 10 a.m. Members had the chance to hear the ambitions of this addition to the university from those who spearheaded the collaboration that allowed t...
Governor Bevin signs House Bill 1 into law
Billy Keeney, News Editor
July 28, 2019
Governor Matt Bevin joined state legislators and stakeholder groups in Frankfort, Kentucky Wednesday, July 24, to officially sign House Bill 1 into law—which was passed by the General Assembly in special session earlier that day. “We are grateful for the diligent work of fiscally responsible House and S...
Spring forum: Vaidya talks new plans, budget and enrollment
Josh Goad, Assistant News Editor
April 22, 2019
President Ashish Vaidya hosted a spring forum Thursday, April 18, to a crowd of staff, faculty and students alike. Vaidya talked briefly about enrollment, the 2020 fiscal year budget and upcoming university initiatives. “If there is anytime in higher education that is the worst time to do some...
Ethan’s Purpose: Foundation focuses on Suicide Awareness through basketball
Sierra Newton, Sports Editor
April 22, 2019
The Northern Kentucky community gathered at Conner High School in honor of Ethan Zegarra. But their tribute on April 21 was not a sorrowful one; they honored him by doing one of the things he loved most—playing basketball.
Vaidya installed as NKU’s sixth president
March 30, 2019
Family, friends, colleagues and students welcomed in the sixth president of Northern Kentucky University, Dr. Ashish Vaidya on Friday during his official installation. Vaidya assumed the role as president on July 1, 2018, but was formally recognized during the installation. Vaidya thanked everyon...
Pensions: Bills could freeze NKU’s payment or help school leave system
Josh Goad, Assistant News Editor
March 25, 2019
Another spring, another pension crisis. Universities across the commonwealth could soon feel the strain of Kentucky’s underfunded state retirement system through sweeping budget cuts. But as the legislative session draws to a close, two new bills are aimed at solving the pension quandary. One...
Debate 2019: SGA candidates on diversity, funding cuts and more
Sam Rosenstiel and Natalie Hamren
March 21, 2019
Watch the full SGA 2019 Debate hosted by The Northerner on facebook.com/northernermedia. Candidates for NKU student body president and vice president stumped for their campaigns Wednesday night at The Northerner’s annual Student Government Association Debate. In front of student constituents, three tickets d...
Human trafficking task force working to help Kentucky victims
Noelle Horn, Reporter
February 20, 2019
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
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
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
Northern Kentucky’s opioid overdose rates were among some of the highest in the state last year.
