Northeastern Illinois University's student-run newspaper

NEIU Independent
Northeastern Illinois University's student-run newspaper

NEIU Independent
Northeastern Illinois University's student-run newspaper

NEIU Independent

Alejandra Franco, Sports Editor

Alejandra Franco

All content by Alejandra Franco
Cristiano Ronaldo opens up about his life in "Ronaldo."

A View into the World of “Ronaldo”

Alejandra Franco, Sports Editor
November 17, 2015
Protesters took to the streets of New York City in response to the Black Lives Matter movement.

Chicago: A City in Silence

Alejandra Franco, Sports Editor
November 17, 2015
The Peeple app was created to spread positivity and anti-bullying.

Meet People on Peeple

Alejandra Franco, Sports Editor
November 3, 2015
From Santo to Ramirez and now Bryant, the Cubs' hot corner remains in good hands.

Rounding Third and Heading Home

Alejandra Franco, Sports Editor
September 24, 2015
Meet the Police: Sgt. Lawrence Loster

Meet the Police: Sgt. Lawrence Loster

Alejandra Franco and Brisa Becerril
September 22, 2015
SGA executives at the fishbowl.

[Photo] Funding Calls for Five or More

Steven Villa, News Editor
September 9, 2015
Meet the Police: Sergeant Schulz

Meet the Police: Sergeant Schulz

Brisa Becerril and Alejandra Franco
September 9, 2015
The Cubs will count on rookie Kris Bryant to continue pushing for a spot in the postseason

Sox Fighting To Stay Afloat, Cubs Cruising in Second Half

Alejandra Franco, Sports Editor
August 22, 2015

Updating the NEIU Scoreboard, Part Two

Robin Bridges and Alejandra Franco
August 22, 2015
Meet the Police: Lieutenant India Moore

Meet the Police: Lieutenant India Moore

Brisa Becerril and Alejandra Franco
August 22, 2015
Donald Trump continues to lead in the national poll of Republican Presidential Candidates.

Make America Great Again: Not With Trump

Alejandra Franco, Sports Editor
August 22, 2015
Trustees Jin Lee, Sharon K. Hahs, and Carlos Azcoitia (from left to right) amid the public comment portion of their meeting, receiving both supportive and negative feedback.

[Photo] Future Course of Action for NEIU

Viviana Serrano, Opinions Editor / Assistant News Editor
June 23, 2015
Among the information put out about student housing were different fun activities for students to participate in

SGA Introduces Student Housing To NEIU

Viviana Serrano and Alejandra Franco
April 28, 2015
Ricardo Gutierrez, Emily Hossman, Nicholas Martinez, Max Ceviness, Pedro Nungaray, Sheldon Hall (from left to right)

SGA Inaugriation

Alejandra Franco, Sports Editor
April 28, 2015
U.S. Women Prepare for World Cup

U.S. Women Prepare for World Cup

Alejandra Franco, Sports Editor
April 28, 2015
Candidates will face off in 2016 race for presidency

Clinton and Rubio 2016 Presidential Race Will Make History

Alejandra Franco, Sports Editor
April 28, 2015
Mayor Rahm Emanuel defeated opponent Jesus "Chuy" Garcia in a historical runoff

A Dream Delayed

Alejandra Franco, Sports Editor
April 14, 2015
SGA Debates at Golden Eagles Nest

SGA Debates at Golden Eagles Nest

Alejandra Franco and Viviana Serrano
April 8, 2015
Madrid, Spain is a popular study abroad choice for students across the world.

A Semester Abroad Equals A Lifetime of Joy

Alejandra Franco, Sports Editor
March 31, 2015
Marc (left) and Pau (right) Gasol have become the faces of Latino/Hispanic basketball.

NBA, Univision Start Multimedia Partnership

Alejandra Franco, Sports Editor
March 31, 2015
Restraining Order Dismissed, Cubs Continue Construction

Restraining Order Dismissed, Cubs Continue Construction

Alejandra Franco, Sports Editor
February 25, 2015
With negotiations still up in the air, MLS fans are beginning to fear a lost season.

MLS Future In Question As Negotiations Continue

Alejandra Franco, Sports Editor
February 10, 2015
Bears’ New Staff Brings Stability

Bears’ New Staff Brings Stability

Alejandra Franco, Sports Editor
January 27, 2015
The White Sox, as a team, had 36 saves las t season. Their new closer, David Roberston, had 39 with the Yankees.

Cubs, Sox Impress at Winter Meetings

Alejandra Franco, Sports Editor
January 13, 2015
Abreu was fourth in MVP voting in his rookie season.

Mr. Chicago Sports, 2014

Alejandra Franco, Sports Editor
January 12, 2015
The resurgence of Albert Pujols has helped the Angels remain atop the American League West division.

Around The Horn: MLB Roundup

Alejandra Franco, Sports Editor
September 9, 2014
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