News Briefs

Relay for Life

North Central College invites members of the community to join its 10th annual Relay for Life to help raise funds for the American Cancer Society. The event begins at 6 p.m. on Friday, April 26 and ends at 5:30 a.m. on Saturday, April 27 in the Residence Hall/Recreation Center, 440 S. Brainard St. For more information, or to register, visit relayforlife.org and type "North Central College" in the search box.

Arbor Day Tree Sale

Naperville Public Works will host its annual Arbor Day Tree Sale on Saturday, April 27 from 8 a.m. to noon at the Public Works Service Center, 180 Fort Hill Drive. Public Works employees will be on hand to help load trees into vehicles. For more information, including a list of available trees, visit naperville.il.us/arbordaytreesale.aspx.

Military Welcome

Operation Welcome You Home invites you to help welcome home U.S. Army Private First Class Ryan Pertile from his service in Afghanistan. Staging will be held at 12:30 p.m. on Sunday, April 28 at Home Depot, 2920 Audrey Ave. For more information, visit welcomeyouhome.org.

Town Hall Meeting

Join City Manager Doug Krieger and survey consultant ETC Institute as they present the results of the 2012 Naperville Citizen Satisfaction Survey from 7 to 8:30 p.m. on Tuesday, April 30 in Council Chambers of the Naperville Municipal Center, 400 S. Eagle St. The event is open to the public and questions are welcome. For more information, visit naperville.il.us/citizensurvey.aspx.

Seniors put their artwork in the spotlight

Rebecca Sage

It is not uncommon for the North Central community to see publicity around campus for various art installations. In fact, the Chronicle covers most of them. What some may not realize is that there...

Movie guide has you set for the summer

Nathaniel Gingrich

The soaring temperatures and shortening of pant and sleeve lengths can only mean one thing. Summer is here, and with the change in seasons comes the summer movies. So without further ado here is...

English honors program admits 10 new students

Danielle Spence

Honors Day is a celebration of all of the students and faculty of North Central College. One of the ceremonies included the induction of ten new members into the College’...

Chronicle declares new social media spot

Stephanie Holste

The NCC Chronicle team is proud to announce the creation of North Central’s very own Instagram account: chronicleNCC. 

More and more...

College Walkway formally dedicated

Stephanie Holste

North Central College’s Legacy Project has finally reached completion after the Sesquicentennial Walkway Dedication this past Saturday, May 18. 

After the Riverwalk Gateway dedication...

Dancing the night away

Danielle Spence

Last Friday’s Inaugural Ball was a roaring success. More than 850 guests enjoyed a night of celebration by officially welcoming President Troy Hammond with open arms into the North Central College...

Cardinal Chorus

Shannon Lesney

Bringing in the end of the year with a combination of songs, Cardinal Chorus sang late Wednesday night in Wentz Concert Hall.

From classical composers like Haydn to an extremely fast-paced...

Music fan sick of rude behavior at concerts

Britni Roberts

Listening to music via ear buds or noise-cancelling headphones is a joy in and of itself: it’s as if the artists are performing a special show for you right inside your ears.

However,...

Concealed weapons remain problematic

Kate Conrad

To carry or not to carry?

The discussion over concealed carry of firearms has been in the news for years, but bills being introduced have again sparked interest in the media.

During...

Independent studies grow competitive

Rebecca Sage

Focusing on specific areas of study within disciplines is an experience some undergraduates take advantage of during their college years.

Traditional learning environments within the...