Diversity, equity and inclusion, known as DEI, initiatives at Kentucky’s public universities are under attack again, as House Bill 4, HB 4, was filed on Wednesday. The bill, which was sponsored by Republican lawmaker Rep. Jennifer Decker, would prevent universities from using any resources to maintain or establish DEI offices, programs, positions or training. The bill […]
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The Northerner is the independent student news organization of Northern Kentucky University.
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Voices for improvement of NKU meal plan system grow louder
As the beginning of the spring semester arrives, concerns are rising among NKU dormitory residents regarding structural issues with the meal plan system. The Northerner spoke with students at the end of the fall 2024 semester regarding the use of their meal plan. Many students living on campus are facing a situation in which they […]
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From battling cancer to building community: an educator’s journey of growth
It is an unusually warm autumn day, the golden afternoon sun spilling through the enclosed porch windows. You can hear the children’s laughter as they skip home from school, the rumble of cars on the road and the faint whistle of wind chimes in the breeze, mingling with the song of birds. A man sits […]
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One Zelensky retires, another Zelensky begins: Father, son duo lead NKUPD
At Northern Kentucky University’s Police Department, the Zelensky last name has been around for quite a while. Greg Zelensky began as an officer at NKUPD in 1997. He said he always wanted to be a police officer, but he loved the idea of working at a university, too. After meeting his wife who was a […]
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NKU recognized as most engaged campus in 2024 election
Northern Kentucky University was recognized as one of the most engaged campuses for college student voting in the 2024 election. This recognition was given by ALL IN Democracy Challenge, a non-partisan group that seeks to foster civic and democratic engagement. NKU was listed among nearly 400 institutions from around the country. The only other public, four-year university […]
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The age-old question: What is time change?
Soon, you’ll be able to enjoy the extra hour that comes along with daylight savings time. Sunday at 3 a.m., the time will fall back to 2 a.m. and the U.S., with the exception of Arizona and Hawaii, will repeat the hour. “Sleeping, definitely sleeping,” said NKU student Bethany Flannery when asked how she will […]
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Sister Cindy’s ‘Ho No Mo’ tour visits NKU
Cindy Smock, commonly referred to as Sister Cindy, appeared on Northern Kentucky University’s last week to share her personal testimony and preach her “Ho No Mo” campaign. She took to the amphitheater in front of the Student Union, drawing a large crowd to hear her story. Smock is an Indiana native Christian campus preacher, who’s […]
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NKU history, Black studies professor discusses ‘Race and the Election’ at Victor Talks
“Race and the Election” was the topic of the second installment of Victor Talks and Issues on Monday evening. Sponsored by NKU’s Scripps Howard Center for Civic Engagement and the Student Government Association, Victor Talks and Issues takes place once a month to inform students on topics that affect the 2024 presidential election. Faculty members […]
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NKU unveils new undergraduate tuition program for all tri-state residents
Beginning in the fall of 2025, tuition for all undergraduates in the states of Ohio, Indiana and Kentucky will all share the same rate. This new initiative was introduced Monday as the “3 States, 1 Rate model,” which will allow students to qualify for in-state tuition regardless of county of residence within these states. This […]
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NKU dissolves DEI office following UK’s decision
Northern Kentucky University will be dissolving its Office of Inclusive Excellence effective immediately, President Cady Short-Thompson announced via a university-wide email on Aug. 29. Chief Diversity Officer Dr. Darryl Peal made the decision to step down, the email said, and as such the president decided to disband the Office of Inclusive Excellence. This comes a […]