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The Independent Student Newspaper of Northern Kentucky University.

The Northerner

The Independent Student Newspaper of Northern Kentucky University.

The Northerner

Racks of clothing at The Care Closet.

Five useful resources around NKU’s campus

Amy Straman, Photo editor September 18, 2025

For those new to campus or who need a refresher, here is a list of five must-know resources you can find at NKU. FUEL NKU Location: HC 104 Fall Hours of Operation: Monday-Thursday, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. FUEL...

A bowl from Maki Asian Bowls

Good eats await nearby, but off campus

Elijah Dean, Contributor September 18, 2025

As college students, it's easy to give in to the temptation of eating at the same few places–mostly major chains. It can also be difficult for students from out of town who are looking to try local eateries. “I’ve...

President Donald Trump signs executive orders in the Oval Office of the White House, Jan. 20, 2025, in Washington.

NKU environmental experts weigh in on Trump decision to exit Paris Climate Accord

Jakob Staley, Sports Editor August 21, 2025

When President Donald Trump signed an executive order withdrawing the U.S. from the Paris Climate Agreement, it came with a lot of disappointment and loss of hope. “It’s disappointing for everyday...

Women’s soccer ends in a draw against Mercyhurst 1-1. Junior Megan Molner was the first to put it in the back of the net for the Norse off a pass from Riley Evans.

Watching the Norse: Athletics recap and review

Jakob Staley, Sports Editor August 18, 2025

Previous week recap: Thursday, Aug. 14 Women’s soccer opened its season in a tie against Mercyhurst, 1-1. Megan Molner scored the first goal of the 2025 season in the 34th minute. Riley Evans facilitated...

Bob Dylan performs live in this undated photo. Dylan is known for his prolific protest songs of the 20th century.

Opinion: The death of politics in popular music

Henry Crawford, Editor-In-Chief July 10, 2025

DISCLAIMER: The views and opinions expressed in this article are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of The Northerner. As I drove to my summer job one evening...

Farewell from the editor: Emily Sisk

Farewell from the editor: Emily Sisk

Emily Sisk, Editor-in-Chief May 22, 2025

After all the stories shared during my time at The Northerner, somehow this one is the hardest. I’ve sat and stared at a blank document for days on end. How do I sum up the most influential period...

Marcelle Webster (left), Ben Baby (middle) and Emily Sisk (right) are journalists in the Greater Cincinnati region with a passion for storytelling.

The people behind the headlines: A look into three journalists’ paths to storytelling

Jillian Kohls, Managing/Arts and Life Co-Editor May 3, 2025

A wreck on I-471 blocks traffic from 4-5 p.m., causing havoc on the road. A skilled third-grader at Ruth Moyer Elementary School in Fort Thomas, Kentucky, is rumored to be a wonderful singer and performs...

Illustration by Ella Rinehard

Holly’s must-see summer films

Holly Keuper, Arts & Life Reporter May 1, 2025

Closing on the semester, it’s nearly time to bring out the sunscreen and bathing suits to enjoy these early days of summer. However, if you’re like me, the transition from school brain to summer brain...

Hez Sumner sits in their personal studio space.

To be queer, to be wounded, to make art anyway

Ella Rinehard and Erin Senn April 29, 2025

An artist works on their painting. Mixing colors on a palette, they carefully refine the details and brushstrokes, lovingly rendering the form with their own two hands.  Only to burn it in the...

Students present items for sale as a part of their entrepreneurship course in the Student Union plaza.

Creativity hits campus at the second annual Norse Marketplace

Holly Keuper, Arts & Life Reporter April 17, 2025

Although the day took on a frigid and windy setting, that didn’t stop the second annual Norse Marketplace from being a success. Various booths lined the sidewalk in the Student Union Plaza on Tuesday.    The...

SGA Vice President-Elect Kyah Smith (right) hugs President-Elect Collin Jarrell (left) shortly after the election results were announced Thursday evening.

BREAKING: Collin Jarrell and Kyah Smith elected SGA president, VP

Henry Crawford, News Editor March 27, 2025

Collin Jarrell and Kyah Smith were announced as the winners of the 2025-26 Student Government Association (SGA) presidential election on Thursday night, receiving 329 votes and defeating opponents Jasmine...

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