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Ryley Wilcox
Ryley Wilcox
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I found my passion for journalism during my sophomore year of college, writing articles here and there for the North Wind. Since joining the staff this past semester as the news writer, I have been able...

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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.

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SOUND OFF: What issues do you expect the new ASNMU general assembly to address?

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Susan Arnold, senior

Writing, photography

“I’d like to see the Wildcat Shuttle and the Marq Tran utilized more. ASNMU could also use more exposure, especially at orientation.”

Grant Daignault, sophomore

Elementary education

“Charging stations implemeneted all over campus would be my first request. It’d be cool if ASNMU got behind composting in buildings too.”

Tyler Fine, sophomore

Outdoor recreation

“ASNMU needs more support in general. They could also take steps toward making mental health help more accessible and creating a friendlier environment for students with physical
disabilities.”

Amy Abel, senior

Biology

“A lot of people don’t know what ASNMU is nor its connection between students and the university. They need to increase their presence and familiarity on campus.”

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