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Thursday, May 15, 2008
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Last homestand starts strong with 7-4 win
By NORTHERN STAR STAFF

SPORTS | The Huskies knocked off Northern Iowa 7-4. A weekend series with Western Michigan awaits.

Convo deals with hardships of not many bands on tour
By MICHAEL VAN DER HARST

CAMPUS | The availablity of acts on tour is one reason why the venue has not had one of its best years.

"College crack" describes Adderall abuse among some students
By LEE BLANK

CAMPUS | NIU students recount using the drug Adderall, even abusing it. Some call the drug “college crack” because of its potency and frequent use and abuse by college students.

Alex Johnson | Northern Star

The recent rains Saturday night have once again raised the level of the East Lagoon beyond it's banks flooding the sidewalk and fire pit along Lincoln Highway. Though the water will limit the passage of students, the local geese found no problem with the increased water level.

Campus construction yields pollution concerns
By JOHN BACHMANN

CAMPUS | The construction between Faraday and Montgomery Halls are causing concerns about pollution possibly entering into the Kishwaukee River.

 
 
 
 
 
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