NKU observatory sends students across the cosmos
Owen Treolo, Reporter
October 22, 2018
This past Saturday, Northern Kentucky’s Halie Planetarium reopened the Schneider Observatory. The ceremony was tied into NASA’s International Observe the Moon Night. The 1,000-square foot observatory, located on the roof of Founders Hall, was named after NKU alumni Julie and David Schneider. I...
Cybersecurity: NKU symposium celebrates the tech that protects us
Natalie Hamren, News Editor
October 10, 2018
For 15 years, October has been National Cybersecurity Awareness Month, according to the Department of Homeland Security. Various events and conferences happen throughout October to promote awareness for cybersecurity. On Oct. 11 and 12, NKU will be hosting their 11th annual Cybersecurity Symposium. I...
Hepatitis A: how to stay safe during statewide outbreak
Natalie Hamren, News Editor
September 18, 2018
In Kentucky, cases of hepatitis A continue to climb. Per year, the commonwealth typically experiences 20 cases of the virus. Since November 2017, that number has grown to over 1,300 reported cases in the state and 50 in northern Kentucky, according to the Northern Kentucky Health Department.
Study Abroad fair gives students chance to travel the world
Corinne Byrne, Contributor
September 17, 2018
Willing to expand your educational experience outside of the borders? The Office of Study Abroad will be hosting the annual Study Abroad Fair on Sept. 19 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the Student Union Ballroom.
Health Innovation Center boasts modern classrooms
Sirena Cunningham, Contributor
September 13, 2018
After 12 years of planning and construction, the new Health Innovation Center opens its doors to students and provides a new home to the College of Health Professions. It took five different efforts to get the funding from the general assembly, said Mary Paula Schuh, director of campus planning. ...
Men’s basketball releases regular season schedule
Mike Canizales, Sports Editor
September 8, 2018
The NKU men’s basketball team put the final touches on their 2018-19 season schedule on Wednesday afternoon. The schedule, which features 17 regular-season home games at BB&T Arena, will start on Tuesday, Oct. 30 when the Norse host Division III rival Thomas More in their only exhibition match of the season, followed by their regular season kick-off matchup against Wilmington College at home on Tuesday, Nov. 6.
Honors College launches in Founders Hall
Josh Goad, Assistant News Editor
September 6, 2018
The second floor of Founders Hall is home to NKU’s newest college: the Honors College. Once serving to bridge the gap between disciplines and creating advanced curriculum for both students and faculty, it has been deemed an important component in NKU’s future successes.
Getting fishy emails? How to protect your NKU account from fraud
Sam Rosenstiel, Editor-in-Chief
September 6, 2018
Do you keep getting suspicious emails offering work-from-home positions? How about unfamiliar users looking for a personal assistant, promising big bucks upfront? Here’s how you can protect yourself from phishing and annoying spam.
Forbes ranks NKU on list of top U.S. colleges
Daniel Jones, Contributor
August 30, 2018
Northern Kentucky University has once again been named a top college in Forbes’ annual ranking of 650 total public and private U.S. colleges.
What to do Aug. 22-Sept. 4
Josh Kelly, Assistant Arts & Life Editor
August 29, 2018
Check out the cool on-campus happenings and events around Greater Cincinnati this week: Resumes and Cover Letters | Aug. 29 | 4-5 p.m. | UC 135 Need help making your resume catch an employers eye? Northern Kentucky Leadership Institute will be giving lessons on how to organize your resume, describe your ...
GALLERY: Norse fall to UK 0-1 in exhibition
Colin Johnson, Photo Editor
August 23, 2018
The Norse men's soccer team fell 1-0 against the Kentucky Wildcats.
7 things they don’t tell you at orientation
Maria Dossett and Natalie Hamren
August 20, 2018
During Northern Exposure, you learned how to pay for tuition, how to sign up for classes, where to find campus organizations and other information essential for your college experience—but they didn’t tell you everything. The Northerner wants to give you some insider info so you don’t have to learn the hard way (like some of us, unfortunately). Here’s seven things you need to know to survive NKU.