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The North Wind is an independent student publication serving the Northern Michigan University community. It is partially funded by the Student Activity Fee. The North Wind digital paper is published daily during the fall and winter semesters except on university holidays and during exam weeks. The North Wind Board of Directors is composed of representatives of the student body, faculty, administration and area media.

Students protest against Israel-Hamas war with campus encampment
Students protest against Israel-Hamas war with campus encampment
Dallas Wiertella April 30, 2024

Wildcat of the week

Photo courtesy of NMU athletics
Photo courtesy of NMU athletics

Senior forward Robbie Payne signed an amateur tryout agreement with the Dallas Stars American Hockey League affiliate, the Texas Stars. Payne tallied 24 goals in 42 games and served as tram captain during his senior session. The 5-foot-11, 193-pound forward has appeared in 158 home games over his four-year career at Northern Michigan with 94 points, including a career-high 34 during the 2017-2018 season.

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