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Robin is a English major. Her minors include Child Advocacy and Teaching English as a Second/ Foreign Language.

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‘I was unaware’

‘I was unaware’

Robin Bridges, Editor in Chief
October 8, 2019
Chicago Open Air 2019

[Photo] See some of the festivals we’ve been to this summer

August 11, 2019

[Video] Test yo self: Where NEIU students can get tested

April 23, 2019
Jeanine Ntihirageza

Jeanine Ntihirageza

Robin Bridges, Editor in Chief
March 28, 2019
Alexis Hamm

Alexis Hamm

Robin Bridges, Editor in Chief
March 26, 2019

[Video] Local and National Places to Donate Time and Money for Women’s History Month

Nicole F. Anderson, News and Co-Managing Editor
March 26, 2019

NEIU’s retention numbers dropping

Robin Bridges, Editor in Chief
April 10, 2018
Back left to right: Henry Thach, Frances Beckman, Christina Tilley. Front: Gabriella Claborn Students from Dr. Alex Peimer’s class attend the prairie burn as extra credit and for fun.

Students set fire to build ecosystems on campus

Robin Bridges, Editor in Chief
March 27, 2018

Who do you serve: Chicago Volunteer Expo

Robin Bridges, Editor in Chief
February 27, 2018
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[Photo] Students and faculty demand a new president and changes to NEIU

February 13, 2018
Woodward and Bernstein take on current events

[Photo] Woodward and Bernstein’s take on current events

February 13, 2018
Windy City Rollers Vs. Ann Arbour Derby Dimes

[Photo] Windy City Rollers league on a winning streak

May 22, 2017
CGMC’s holiday performances begin on Dec. 1st with an ASL interpreted show.

NEIU Alum performs with the Chicago Gay Men’s Chorus

Robin Bridges, Editor in Chief
November 28, 2017

Cheaper textbooks

Robin Bridges, Editor in Chief
October 25, 2017

Student pantry update

Robin Bridges , Editor in Chief
October 17, 2017
Dr. Mateo M. Farzaneh in Mosseadegh Servant Leaders Hall

[Photo] Mossadegh Initiative to fund scholarships

September 27, 2017

Guest brings firearm into student housing

Robin Bridges , Editor in Chief
September 26, 2017
“A photo exhibit during the Women in Science Conference on Sept. 18 and 19. Guests speakers like Aleksandra Jarczewska presented a discussion on Marie Curie.”

[Photo] Women in science: A commemoration to Maria Sklodowska Curie

September 26, 2017
Dillinger Escape Plan

Chicago Open Air melts faces two years in a row

July 25, 2017
This chart shows tuition data for NEIU in-state and out of state students.

[Photo] College is more than a degree

July 25, 2017
Dr. Aimee Hilado, an expertise in human behavior in the social environment, clinical practice with trauma-exposed immigrants and refugees, early childhood and adult mental health.

Chicago refugee initiative at NEIU

Robin Bridges, Editor in Chief
July 25, 2017

[Video] An Interview with Julia Alekseyeva

June 24, 2017
News in brief 5/23/17

News in brief 5/23/17

Sarahy Lopez and Robin Bridges
May 22, 2017
Kara McCullough spurred controversy when she said that she believes healthcare is a privilege, not a human right.

Being Miss USA is privilege, health care isn’t

Robin Bridges, Editor in Chief
May 22, 2017
DJ Stack performing at First Fridays event on NEIUs Main Campus. You can learn more about DJ Stack on her website at www.DJStack83.com.

[Photo] DJ Stack’s spin on things: Ajoyi Stackhouse

April 29, 2017
Disturbed performing at the 2016 Chicago Open Air.

Festivals to look forward to

Robin Bridges, Editor in Chief
April 29, 2017
Another billionaire runs for governor

Another billionaire runs for governor

Robin Bridges, Editor in Chief
April 12, 2017
‘13 reasons why’: a review

‘13 reasons why’: a review

Robin Bridges, Editor in Chief
April 12, 2017
Chance the Rapper, among other celebrities, have stepped up to help fund CPS for the sake of the students - a moral obligation that’s been seemingly forgotten by our state legislators.

It’s time for legislators to do their job

Robin Bridges, Editor in Chief
March 15, 2017
Act like a lady, play ball like a man

Act like a lady, play ball like a man

Robin Bridges , Editor in Chief
March 14, 2017
A graph of the top five paid athletes in their respected sports.

[Photo] Are athletes getting paid far too much?

February 21, 2017
Six Days

Before Black Lives Matter, Six Days in Cincinnati: A Review

February 21, 2017
Various universities participated in a rally held in Springfield urging lawmakers to fund higher education.

[Photo] Inaction speaks louder than words

February 21, 2017
Nighthawk is one of many businesses working with ACLU for human rights.

Coffee with conviction

Robin Bridges, Editor in Chief
February 8, 2017
Hundreds of thousands of women showed up all over the world to protest Donald Trump as the new president of the United States.

Women’s march: standing up to Trump

Robin Bridges, Editor in Chief
January 25, 2017
Participants from NEIU join over 10000 protesters-from rally points all over the city and state for a one day strike and rally downtown this past spring.

[Photo] School’s in: The Chicago Teachers Union strike

October 11, 2016

Welcome to the neighborhood

Robin Bridges, Editor in Chief
August 23, 2016
Album cover for The Pale Emperor by Marilyn Manson

The Pale Emperor

Robin Bridges, Editor in Chief
June 21, 2016
From Black Lives Matter to Black Liberation

From Black Lives Matter to Black Liberation

Robin Bridges, Editor in Chief
May 24, 2016
Targeting Unmarried Mothers: Cavaletto and House Bill 6064

Targeting Unmarried Mothers: Cavaletto and House Bill 6064

Robin Bridges, Editor in Chief
May 24, 2016

Thousands March on Day of Action

Robin Bridges, Editor in Chief
April 5, 2016
The dancers rehearse for opening night.

More Than A Hashtag: Bindis And Bruises

March 1, 2016
Lakers and Blazers team players clap hands after the Youth Sports Basketball Championship game at Area 1 gymnasium aboard Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, N.C., March 2, 2013. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Anthony Kirby/Released)

“Life is a Team Sport”: Participation Trophies Are Real Enough

Robin Bridges , Editor in Chief
February 2, 2016
Crews finish putting up the Grand Menorah for this years lighting.

Winter Break Events

Robin Bridges , Mary Kroeck, and
December 1, 2015
Chi-Raq director Spike Lee.

Guns and Erections

Robin Bridges, Editor in Chief
December 1, 2015
A drug free and gun free sign posted near a school zone.

School Resources Officers: Teachers with Guns

Robin Bridges, Editor in Chief
November 17, 2015
Viewers will find a houseful of wild characters in this cult classic.

Sacrificing Virgins on Halloween

Robin Bridges, Editor in Chief
November 3, 2015
The familiar scene of unkept sidewalks in the wintertime.

Winter is Coming

Robin Bridges, Editor in Chief
November 3, 2015
The above chart displays information on viral illnesses college students should be aware of.

Could NEIU Go Viral?

Kate Hilliard and Robin Bridges
October 20, 2015
President Hahs speaks on the most pressing issues facing the campus.

[Photo] The State of the University

October 6, 2015
Willy Dynomite performs their original music.

[Photo] Two Day Homecoming Celebration

October 6, 2015
Meet the Police

Meet the Police

Rut Ortiz and Robin Bridges
October 6, 2015
Models donning Nicole Miller strut down the runway.

One Woman, Many Faces

Robin Bridges, Editor in Chief
October 6, 2015
The 14-year-old engineers enthusiast made headlines after bringing a homemade clock to his high school.

No Charge, Huge Foul

Robin Bridges, Editor in Chief
September 22, 2015

Understanding Your Tuition Bill

Robin Bridges, Editor in Chief
September 9, 2015
Some of the old printers have remained on campus. Was your favorite one upgraded?

NEIU Invaded by Alien Forces, Student Body Doesn’t React

Robin Bridges, Editor in Chief
September 9, 2015

Updating the NEIU Scoreboard, Part Two

Robin Bridges and Alejandra Franco
August 22, 2015
Uber user tracking his car on the Uber mobile app.

Front Seat or Back: A Story About Sharing

Robin Bridges, Editor in Chief
August 22, 2015

A Look At The NEIU Scoreboard, Part One

Robin Bridges , Editor in Chief
June 23, 2015
The Food Pantry serves the needs of NEIUs most vulnerable students, and provides for them a service living up to the schools creed.

FAFSA Question 58

April 28, 2015
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