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Campus Free Speech Under Threat? Faculty Speak Out Against New Policy
Scott Andrews, Writer • March 21, 2023

Faculty are concerned an interim workplace violence policy could be used as retaliation for exercising their freedom of speech against their...

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Professors March for Fair Contract
Dan Maurer, Opinions Editor • March 21, 2023

A green tide of professors marched through the halls of Northeastern Illinois University, chanting “Union power on the rise” and “No more...

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Faculty Say Dr. Wamucii Njogu Is Fundamentally More Qualified To Lead NEIU Out of Multiple Crises
Scott Andrews, Writer • February 21, 2023

On Jan. 26, 2023, over 170 faculty, staff, and students sent a letter to Governor J.B. Pritzker and the Board of Trustees asking that Dr. Wamucii...

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Enrollment Services Updates Student Government
Dan Maurer, Opinions Editor • February 21, 2023

The Student Government Association (SGA) met on Feb. 7, 2023. Top of the agenda was a report from Northeastern Illinois University’s (NEIU)...

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Small Fire Cancels Classes at Fine Arts Building Inconveniencing Students
Scott Andrews, Writer • February 21, 2023

At approximately 11:56 am on Feb. 20, 2023 the Chicago Fire Department responded to and extinguished a fire in the Fine Arts Building.      University...

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Student Affairs Council Is Back! Faculty Senate Looks Inward
Dan Maurer, Opinions Editor • February 21, 2023

After having been dormant for quite some time, the Vice President and Dean of Students for Student Affairs, Dr. Terry C. Mena, has reconstituted...

News
The State of The Nest
Scott Andrews, Writer • February 21, 2023

Northeastern Illinois University (NEIU) students that call The Nest their home must adhere to new rules and regulations put in place by the university...

News
UPass Renewal on Main Campus Only: El Centro and Carruthers, Take a Hike
Leslie Lozada, Campus Life Editor • February 21, 2023

At the start of the Spring semester of 2023, some full-time students were unable to receive their Ventra U-Pass within the first week of the...

Opinions
Book Vs. Movie Adaptation Why 'The Cabin at the End of the World' is Better Than 'Knock at the Cabin'
Luz Analitis, Arts & Life Editor • March 21, 2023

I completely understand that book-to-movie adaptations inherently can not be exactly like the book it is based on. Things get left out due to...

Opinions
Biden Touts Accomplishments, Lays Out Plans for Future in State of the Union
Angie Ybarra, Writer • March 21, 2023

By now you have either watched or heard something about the State of the Union address.  According to recent polls, Joe Biden walked into the...

Opinions
The Case Against Upgrading Community Colleges to Universities
Ananth Prabhu, Sports Editor • March 21, 2023

The question still remains about whether community colleges should obtain university status. The answer dives far deeper than what I wrote on...

Opinions
The Tragic Normalization of School Shootings
Leslie Lozada, Campus Life Editor • February 21, 2023

School shootings are the new normal it seems: They have become common enough that you can find someone that has been a victim in a shooting.   On...

Opinions
Students and Faculty Need More Than a Voice
Dan Maurer, Opinions Editor • February 21, 2023

Since coming to Northeastern Illinois University (NEIU) in the all of 2022, I have been privileged, or cursed, with covering the downward spiral...

Opinions
Are Community Colleges That Offer Four-Year Degrees Worth it?
Ananth Prabhu, Sports Editor • February 7, 2023

Community college is often considered a budget-friendly place to transfer general education credentials to university or a nifty applied associate’s...

Opinions
And the Results Are in! Midterm Election Results 2022
Angie Ybarra, Writer • February 7, 2023

Here we are, ushering in the New Year 2023, and until recently we were, and in some cases still are, waiting on the results of the midterm elections...

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Opinions
A Beautiful Morning at The Nest: A Resident’s First Impression
Scott Andrews, Writer • February 7, 2023

As the sun rose on a beautiful Sunday morning, I realized how fortunate I am to be at NEIU, and living at The Nest on-campus residence community....

Arts & Life
“Knock at the Cabin” Review: A Chilling Thriller With Twists and Turns
Luz Analitis, Arts & Life Editor • March 21, 2023

Have you ever read a novel before and thought to yourself, man, this would make for a great movie? That’s exactly the thought I had when I...

Arts & Life
Pulitzer Prize Winner Quiara Alegría Hudes' Memoir Offers Insight into Family and Heritage
Angie Ybarra, Writer • March 21, 2023

Trigger warnings: This book has family trauma and deals with the national health crisis, sexual content, the LGBTQIA+ community, and sanitaria.   The...

Arts & Life
"The Hate U Give”: An Unforgettable Story of Resilience and Activism
Angie Ybarra, Writer • March 21, 2023

Living in one world is hard enough, but living between two worlds is nearly impossible. “The Hate U Give” by Angie Thomas tells the story...

Arts & Life
Book Review: The Invisible Life of Addie Larue
Angie Ybarra, Writer • March 21, 2023

Imagine if you can, the old-world Europe of the 1700s and take in its simplicity. France, the countryside, the richness of the fields, mountains,...

Arts & Life
“Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania” Review: Marvel Delivers Another Fun and Action-Packed Adventure
Bella Cardoza, Writer • March 21, 2023

This just in, Scott Lang is officially back in “Ant-man and The Wasp: Quantumania”! This movie features Scott teaming up with Hope van Dyne...

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Arts & Life
The Last of Us Review
Bella Cardoza, Writer • February 21, 2023

This just in, HBO has released their newest show: The Last of Us! While I have never played the game but only watched cutscenes on YouTube, I...

Arts & Life
Learning of Our Past to Understand Our Present
Luz Analitis, Writer • February 21, 2023

NEIU is currently facing serious hardships and working through a time of worrisome uncertainty, but what has led us to this point? Where did...

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Arts & Life
Grief, Eating Disorders and a Controlling Toxic Mother: “I’m Glad My Mom died” Review
Leslie Lozada, Campus Life Editor • February 7, 2023

“I’m realizing for the first time how exhausting it is to constantly curate my natural tendencies, responses, thoughts and actions into whatever...

Klaudia Biskup: Artist Of The Week
Klaudia Biskup: Artist Of The Week
Savannah Owens, Production Manager • November 1, 2022

What’s your background and how do you think it has affected your work?   I was born and raised in Poland. At 18, I moved to Chicago...

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Sports
NEIU Student Wins Gold and Silver in Special Olympics
Leslie Lozada, Campus Life Editor • February 21, 2023

The Special Olympics in Illinois offers over 30,000 participants a chance to compete in 18 sports. One of the 13 state sports competitions offered...

Recreation Center activities for Spring 2023 semester.
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Sports
Rec Center Services and Activities
Ananth Prabhu, Sports Editor • February 7, 2023

The Campus Recreation Center at NEIU’s P.E. Complex has five new and classic fitness classes taking place during the Spring 2023 Semester....

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Sports
Campus Rec Amenities and Spring Semester Plans
Ananth Prabhu, Sports Editor • January 19, 2023

When considering the commitment of attending a local or campus gym, it is imperative to understand the availability of the features that it offers....

Update: Campus Pool
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Update: Campus Pool
Michael Hale, writer • November 1, 2022

        The reopening of the NEIU’s campus  pool will not be anytime in the near future. Through talking to Dr. Terry Mena, Vice President...

NEIU Boxing Club is a Great Place to Learn the Noble Art of Punching
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NEIU Boxing Club is a Great Place to Learn the Noble Art of Punching
Ananth Prabhu , Sports Editor • October 18, 2022

Are you interested in a tool-based self-defense activity? If so, Boxing Club may align with your swagger. Boxing Club meets on Tuesdays and Thursdays...

Sports Performance Is Not Just for Athletes
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Sports Performance Is Not Just for Athletes
Ananth Prabhu , Sports Editor • October 18, 2022

The Sports Performance Group Fitness Class takes place Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. and Fridays from 10 to 11 a.m. in the...

Upcoming and Ongoing Recreation Center Activities
Sports
Upcoming and Ongoing Recreation Center Activities
Ananth Prabhu, Sports Editor • October 5, 2022

The NEIU Recreation Center, also known as the Physical Education Complex (PEC), is a place to hang out and have fun before, after and in between...

Sports Snacks
Sports
Sports Snacks
Erwin Lopez Rada, News Editor • April 30, 2022

Bulls Suffer Crushing Defeats Against Milwaukee In Playoffs Weekend    The Chicago Bulls disappointed the fans that packed the United...

Campus Life
NEIU’s Pedroso Center To Celebrate National Women’s History Month
Angie Ybarra, Writer • March 21, 2023

The U.S. Congress in 1987 declared March as National Women’s History Month in perpetuity. It took some time for Congress to recognize the significance...

Campus Life
Disrupting Ableist Narratives: Queer and Disabled Panel Discusses Representation and Advocacy
Leslie Lozada, Campus Life Editor • March 21, 2023

March is not only Women’s History Month, but it is also Disability Awareness Month. The “Queer and Disabled Panel” that was held via Zoom...

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Campus Life
Muslim Student Association’s Earthquake Relief Bake Sale
Leslie Lozada, Campus Life Editor • February 21, 2023

On Feb. 6, 2023, a pair of earthquakes struck Türkiye and Syria, resulting in over 40,000 deaths as of this writing. There have been several...

Campus Life
Learning of Our Past to Understand Our Present
Luz Analitis, Writer • February 21, 2023

NEIU is currently facing serious hardships and working through a time of worrisome uncertainty, but what has led us to this point? Where did...

NEIU Faculty Senate Passes Motion For a Vote of No Confidence on President Gibson’s Job Performance
Campus Life
NEIU Faculty Senate Passes Motion For a Vote of No Confidence on President Gibson’s Job Performance
Dan Maurer, Opinions Editor • February 18, 2023

 NEIU Faculty Senate unanimously passed motions to hand votes of confidence or no confidence to the Faculty Assembly on President Gloria J....

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Campus Life
NEIU Etiquette Gala 2022: Dress for Success
Ananth Prabhu, Sports Editor • January 19, 2023

NEIU’s College of Business and Technology (CBT) hosted an Etiquette Gala event for students of all disciplines on Friday, Nov 18, 2022. The...

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Campus Life
Through the Eyes of Children: “Mom I don’t want War” Art Installation at Student Union
Leslie Lozada, Campus Life Editor • January 19, 2023

If you had walked around the first floor of the Student Union on the Main Campus, one might have seen some interesting artwork, made by children....

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Campus Life
Diwali Celebration with Indian Student Association
Leslie Lozada and Dan Maurer November 22, 2022

One of the first events from the NEIU’s Indian Student Association, the Diwali event was something of a marvel. Organized with Dharmik, the...

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