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Look back at NKU history as it turns 50

Sam Rosenstiel, News Editor February 10, 2018
From UK Northern to Northern Kentucky State College to Northern Kentucky University, this is The Northerner's abridged history of NKU as it celebrates 50 years this weekend.
Tyler Sharpe (15) drives toward the basket in the game against Wright State.

#Norse Notebook: Evaluating the Norse bench

Christopher Decker, Managing Editor February 8, 2018

While I was working on my story about the NKU women’s basketball team defeating nationally ranked Green Bay at the end of last December, Tyler Sharpe took the floor with a team manager and began his...

Neon-clad students waxed (and flexed) nostalgic at an 80s Aerobics session.

’80s Aerobics, Nearly Naked Run give Homecoming a sweaty start

Pavel Klementyev, Reporter February 5, 2018

Founded in 1968, Northern Kentucky University is celebrating its 50th anniversary this year. Along with NKU staff, Activities Programming Board (APB) has organized a traditional homecoming week (Feb. 3-Feb....

As NKU turns 50, homecoming week will celebrate with events lined up throughout the week.

NKU turns 50: Your guide to Homecoming

Kevin Carey, Assistant Sports Editor February 1, 2018

NKU’s Homecoming is turning 50; starting on Feb. 2 and concluding on Feb. 10, the anniversary celebration will aim to bring students and alumni together. Aptly themed as “Back to the Future: Blast...

Holland propels Norse to homecoming win

Holland propels Norse to homecoming win

Christopher Decker, Sports Editor February 11, 2017

The NKU men's basketball team overcame a 13 point deficit late in the second half to beat Milwaukee 69-63 on homecoming night at BB&T Arena.The Norse improve to 17-9 and 8-5 in the Horizon League...

Homecoming gala showcases NKU glamor

Erin Mullins, Staff Writer February 28, 2014

Filled with red carpet walks, velvet ropes and paparazzi, the 2014 Homecoming Gala was a night to remember as NKU students, faculty and honored guests gathered at The Madison in Covington Wednesday night. This...

Students participate in a card game at Casino Night, part of APBs Student Union Festival.

Homecoming 2014 in full swing

Nancy Curtis, Arts and Life Editor February 27, 2014

For the fourth year in a row Homecoming 2014 kicked off with the Nearly Naked Mile. During the mile, clothing items were shed and collected to benefit the Brighton Center. This year the Yell Like Hell...

Syreeta Briggs, winner of the talent show, takes the stage.

NKU homecoming talent show pleases the crowd with variety

Alyson Schoenung, Staff Writer February 24, 2014

Applause and strategic clapping of the hands were in order for Saturday night’s talent show, put on by Activities Programming Board as part of NKU Homecoming week. The talent show consisted of nine...

Homecoming 2012

Homecoming 2012

Caitlin Centner, Staff writer January 11, 2012

Soon after classes begin, the grounds of Northern Kentucky University will buzz with chatter about Homecoming 2012: Norse Story. Alumni will reminisce about old times as current students attend the time...

Packed crowds bring energy to homecoming

Claire Higgins February 2, 2011

As homecoming week’s events came to a close Saturday evening at the basketball game, the committee’s goal of more student involvement and transforming the events seemed to have been met. Homecoming...

NKU’s homecoming to focus more on future than past

Claire Higgins January 19, 2011

Northern Kentucky University and the Homecoming Committee are bringing in the new year by inspiring students to visualize the future of the campus while participating in weeklong events during Homecoming...

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