The ladies of Northeastern Illinois University’s chapter of Gamma Phi Omega International Sorority, Inc. have many reasons to celebrate. The sorority recently initiated its Beta line and the chapter’s Vice-President Julissa Flores is Gamma Phi Omega’s 2008 National Swan. Last but not least, the ladies recently became an official chapter […]

Northeastern Illinois University’s Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender Ally (LGBTA) held opening ceremonies in the Student Union April 14. The opening ceremonies kicked off the organization’s awareness week. The LGBTA is seeking to create a safe haven for students. “In light of the events with hate groups such as Heterosexuals […]

ALPHA-For the past 100 years there has been an organization of women who have dedicated their lives to social change. In today’s world it is highly important to recognize individuals who work diligently to provide “Service to all mankind.” Jan. 15, 1908 on the campus of Howard University in Miner […]

Teaching is a labor of love. Many educators never see the fruits of their labor. From disrespectful students to tensions concerning contracts, teaching is not an easy profession. It takes someone who has been in the profession to understand the plight of teachers, and Dr. Audrey Reynolds understands that plight. […]

On Feb. 25, Dr. Eric Hilton began the position of admissions director to NEIU. Hilton has 18 years of college admissions experience and joined the NEIU community because he believes it is the next step in his professional career. “I really like the university community, it is a great fit […]

Northeastern Illinois University is ready to distinguish itself among Chicago’s higher educational frontier. The university has recently placed print advertisements in several local news publications. Advertisements have run in the Chicago Sun-Times, Hoy, Chicago Defender, Red Eye and Diverse Issues in Higher Education, to name a few. The push for […]

La dolce vita is an Italian phrase that in translation means “the sweet life.” What exactly constitutes a “sweet” life? Is a sweet life a life led without hardships and excess amounts of wealth and fame? Is a sweet life, a life led with little material things but with the […]

The night of Jan. 5 was victorious for Mitt Romney, GOP presidential candidate. Romney succeeded the Wyoming caucuses by winning eight delegates. Fred Thompson received second place in Wyoming by receiving 25 percent of the vote which translates into three votes from delegates. According to ktvu.com only three of the […]

For many, the thought of college Greek life brings a barrage of images including slutty sorority girls, drunken fraternity boys and dangerous hazing. These are the images that are often portrayed in the media, which establish negative stereotypes about Greek life. Believe it or not, members of Greek organizations can […]

The beginning of a new semester can be dreadful experience for Northeastern Illinois University students. The overdue release of book lists from the bookstore is not any consolation for students. Beck’s releases book lists for classes two weeks before classes begin. The sluggish turn around for the release of book […]