The Northerner

Meningitis threatens students

Tamara El-Khoury , Knight Ridder and Tamara El-Khoury , Knight Ridder • September 3, 2002

Ignoring his girlfriend's pleas to drive him to the hospital, John Kach went to bed March 11, 2000, with what he thought was a severe case of the flu. Even with his fever of 105 and incessant vomiting, Kach had no idea that his body was in for the fight of its life.

New power plant under way

Lori Cox and Lori Cox • September 3, 2002

Just as one crew finished the construction of the Natural Science Center building, another crew broke ground on the most recent project, a new power plant.

‘Trading Spaces’ starts new season redecorating dorms

Kate O'Hare , Zap2Zit and Kate O'Hare , Zap2Zit • September 3, 2002

To what viewers' appetites for season three, TLC's cult redecorating hit "Trading Spaces" takes a trip back to school.

Little House on Campus

Samantha Warner and Samantha Warner • September 3, 2002

Have you ever wondered what the log cabin, near the information booth, is doing on Northern Kentucky University's campus with all the concrete buildings?

Start your engines: Gear up for ‘Parking Derby’

Natasha Bozeman and Natasha Bozeman • September 3, 2002

The first day of class has finally come. Students returning from last semester have the ultimate weapon to hit the jackpot

Remembering Sept. 11 one year later

Samantha Warner and Samantha Warner • September 3, 2002

Our nation has mourned and somehow moved on from the events of Sept. 11, 2001. This day was the day that America stopped and stood in agony, over the loss of so many brave and courageous men and women. And on this day America was helpless. We cried and feared for what was to come.

Marketing the Sept. 11 attacks disgusting

Laura Sahramaa , Cavalier Daily (U. Virginia) and Laura Sahramaa , Cavalier Daily (U. Virginia) • September 3, 2002

I DON'T often like to make moral appeals. I have never asked anyone to "think of the children." I have never said something should not be done "in the interest of common decency." That is why I feel slightly silly when I type the following phrase: Is nothing sacred? I'm compelled to ask the question because New York tourist shops are reportedly selling postcards of the World Trade Center collapsing.

Terrorism warrants awareness from all

Doug Grieme , Junior Education Major and Doug Grieme , Junior Education Major • September 3, 2002

I read last week what Kristin Hooper from Middle Tennessee State University wrote in "Sidelines" and I strongly disagree. Here is an excerpt."...the only way to sort out the barrage of Middle -Eastern information flying at you is to ignore most of it.

Band releases 2nd CD

Robert Jones and Robert Jones • September 3, 2002

In 2000, a four-piece rock group from England called Coldplay released there Debut album, Parachutes, to critical and commercial acclaim. Even if their name doesn't sound familiar, their debut single, "Yellow," probably does. Coldplay picks up right where "Yellow" left off with their latest release entitled A Rush of Blood to the Head.

Free or Cheap Entertainment

Nicolette Marksberry and Nicolette Marksberry • September 3, 2002

The summer is over and we're all back to our hectic schedules. To help pass the time between now and fall break, I have compiled a few suggestions on how to spend your free time. If you have a suggestion for on or off campus activities, contact the Northerner Office.

Webster’s play a bit of it all

Robert Jones and Robert Jones • September 3, 2002

Local cover band The Webster's made their triumphant return Saturday to the place they played regularly for the last nine years, the Waterfront. Fueled by a very receptive and energetic crowd, the band played a little bit of everything in their three hour-long sets.

Condor falls in first PS2 run

Jason Ellis and Jason Ellis • September 3, 2002

Unlike Matt Hoffman's no handed 900 at the X Games, this game doesn't live up to expectations. A BMX tour of America is supposed to be fun, but this game leaves you wanting a little more. To be totally honest, this game is Tony Hawk's Pro Skater, except with bikes and pro bikers.