The Northerner

Finding the holiday spirit in a home away from home

Kyung mi Shim, Contributing writer

Christmas is right around the corner. Everybody is looking forward to the holiday, because people enjoy spending time with their loved ones and exchanging presents. For international students who are away...

International students remedy homesickness

Kyung mi Shim, Contributing writer

Owen Austin, a freshman from Iran, arrived at Northern Kentucky University this January. Austin has adapted to American life well, but is now dealing with the effects of homesickness. “I miss people,...

Can you hear me now?

Kyung mi Shim and Kyung mi Shim

College is full of challenges. Most students struggle with money and classes, but nearly everyone on Northern Kentucky University’s campus struggles with getting cell phone reception. Sometimes making...

American diet unhealthy for exchange students

Kyung mi Shim

When Min-ji Seo arrived to Northern Kentucky University from South Korea last December, she expected to experience some culture shock. But the lack of dining options on campus put her in, what she felt...