Bringing Financial Wellness to the Forefront of the Dominican Community
Natalie de la Torre Contributing Writer According to a Financial Literacy survey, only 57% of American adults are considered financially literate. College students are infamously known for their lack of…
Dominican’s Friesen Co-Publishes Research on CBD and COVID
Daniela Tovar-Miranda Staff Writer Dominican chemistry Professor Brent Friesen is a part of research team that found evidence that cannabidiol, CBD, may help combat COVID infections in human cells and…
Friends Host Peace for Ukraine Fundraiser
Chelsea Zhao Staff Writer Ukrainian students organized a Peace for Ukraine fundraiser in the Social Hall on March 30. The event was first organized through a group chat of…
Dining Workers Fight for Better Health Plan
Azhley Rodriguez Staff Writer A recent petition to support dining service workers and their request for affordable healthcare and better wages has sparked a movement in the DU community. …
How are the Stars Going Green?
By Matthew Desmond As college students of Generation Z, amidst homework, jobs, friends, family, and many other commitments, the environment seems to be just one more thing on our minds,…
The Senior Class Gift Committee. What is it?
Rachel Huser Staff Writer Graduation is approaching. Many, if not all seniors, are looking ahead to May 8, commencement day. They are looking ahead to moving on from Dominican to…
The Star Staff Cheer for 2022 ICPA Awards
Chelsea Zhao Staff Writer Dominican Star staff attended the annual Illinois College Press Association (ICPA) Convention from March 18-19 in downtown Chicago. Among the 17 entries, the Star staff was…
Dominican Updates Mask Policy, Some Classes Still Require Masks
Daniela Tovar-Miranda Staff Writer Many students, staff and faculty members are still wearing masks, even as the university followed the state of Illinois and lifted its mandate on March 7. …
Fashion Show Plans for 2022 Divine Eminence
By Chelsea Zhao Staff Writer Dominican University Fashion department plans for the annual show featuring senior student design works. This year’s fashion theme: Divine Eminence, will take place on April…
Athletics Announces New Stunt Team, Starlettes Dance Struggles
Chelsea Zhao Staff Writer The Athletics Department announces the addition of a stunt team even as DU Starlettes struggle to be recognized as a dance team on campus and support…