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The Independent Student Newspaper of Northern Kentucky University.

The Northerner

The Independent Student Newspaper of Northern Kentucky University.

The Northerner

The Independent Student Newspaper of Northern Kentucky University.

The Northerner

Emily Sisk

Emily Sisk, Editor-in-Chief

Name: Emily Sisk

Position: Editor-in-Chief

Bio: Western Kentucky native Emily Sisk joined The Northerner in November 2021 as a contributor. Through the years she has served as news editor, managing editor and now editor-in-chief. Practicing journalism was an easy choice for Emily, who has been passionate about storytelling through writing since a young age. Being able to give all people and facets of campus a voice is what drives her passion. She is very active on campus and can be spotted giving tours to potential students and hanging out at the Baptist Campus Ministry. Emily also works part time as a Northern Kentucky reporter for KET. Her hobbies include playing tennis, thrifting and practicing her Spanish skills.

Year/Major: Senior, Journalism

Favorite movie: Little Women (2019)

Favorite TV show: Gilmore Girls

Social media handle: @emilysiskchronicles on Instagram

All content by Emily Sisk
Demonstrators hosted sit-ins throughout the week on the top floor of the Lucas Administrative Center.

NKU students join state-wide rally for DEI

Emily Sisk, Editor-in-Chief
February 26, 2025
The sculptor of this creation was an artist and professor at the University of Cincinnati.

10 most iconic places on NKU’s campus

Emily Sisk, Editor-in-Chief
September 24, 2024
President Cady Short-Thompson talks with The Northerner in the presidential conference room.

President by day, professor by night

Emily Sisk, Managing Editor
March 27, 2024
Chris Calvert was announced as NKU's new CFO on Feb. 14.

NKU announces Cincinnati native as new CFO

Emily Sisk, Managing Editor
February 14, 2024
Shreya Thapa and Arnav Shah have been dating for 18 months and met when they arrived in Northern Kentucky.

NKU love stories

Emily Sisk, Managing Editor
February 13, 2024
Winter weather braced NKU two years ago, covering the campus in snow and ice.

NKU braces for extreme winter weather

Emily Sisk, Managing Editor
January 12, 2024
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