Over winter break, I decided that I needed to read books that are more substantial. Sure, romance novels are good for a night in away from the bad weather, but after the first 10 books, the stories do tend to repeat themselves. I knew I had to break away from […]

The Vagina MonologuesFeb. 19, 7:00 p.m. Stage CenterFeb. 20, 7:00 p.m.Recital Hall 10 Year Anniversary of the FMLA sponsored production to raise awareness and end violence against women.Prices are $7.00 before the show, $10.00 at the door. Proceeds benefit Apna Ghar & Interfaith Immigration & Refugee Ministries Tickets available through […]

Electronica-alternative is the different style that the band Kinky brings to the stage. But not to be out-done by bands like Panic at the Disco and Falling Star, Kinky mixes English and Spanish vocals to make a sound completely their own. For first time Kinky listeners, the vibe is extremely […]

The long anticipated College of Education building is still waiting for Illinois law maker’s approval. Without the proposed budget for the state of Illinois, it is uncertain if the building will have another opportunity to be built. It looks hopeful, but it is still uncertain. Originally the building was put […]

At least 18 people, including students and a professor, have been injured following a shooting rampage in a lecture hall at Northern Illinois University. Three fatalities have been reported, although details are sketchy. Police officers were called at 3 p.m. to the NIU campus in response to a call that […]

One rarely gets a chance to watch an actor that can emote with the subtlest of performances and wring audiences’ eyes dry. Heath Ledger got an Academy Award nomination for doing just that in Brokeback Mountain. As the end credits were rolling, I sat there in the blackness of the […]

The Audition, one of Chicago’s best kept secrets of the Indie underground music scene, released their sophomore album Champion on Tuesday, Jan. 22 on Victory Records. The ten teasing tracks take any pair of ears for a wild ride through lively lyrics, powerful guitar riffs, and melodramatic West Coast-attitude meets […]

For those who have the patience and attention span “The Wire” has long been one of the most rewarding shows on television. For just as long it’s been one of the most important social commentaries of our time. But, as the fifth season builds toward the series’ climax, it has […]

Serena Ryder recently released her EP Told You in a Whispered Song. It is one of the most promising things released within the past year outside of the country genre. Ryder’s musical, writing and vocal style is reminiscent of Alanis Morrisette. In terms of the music, it is your normal […]

The boycott of NEIU’s contracted food provider enacted by the Student Government Association’s Finance Committee Chair Paul Harris back on September 25, 2007, has ostensibly run its course. Harris was hoping to generate a galvanizing effect among the student body to push for changing something on campus. Whether there is […]