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COVID-19 dining credit offered for second time, rise in COVID-19 cases
COVID-19 dining credit offered for second time, rise in COVID-19 cases
November 19, 2021
NMU Health Center reminds students to stay safe during flu season
NMU Health Center reminds students to stay safe during flu season
November 18, 2021
Graphic courtesy of NMU Neuroscience Club
Neuroscience Club hosts ‘A Day in The Life of a Neurosurgeon’
November 18, 2021
PARKED—Northern Michigan Universitys parking lots will alternate throughout the winter semester for closing weather permitting. These weekend cleanups will help keep lots cleared of snow and ice for students, staff, faculty and visitors to make driving easier.
Winter parking mandates, staying safe during inclement weather
November 17, 2021
FIRST GENERATION—Students, faculty and staff at NMU kicked off the First Generation Student Day on Monday at the Wildcat Willy statute outside of Jamrich hall. The celebration was followed on the second floor of Hedgecock.
McNair Scholars celebrates First-Generation Student Day
November 12, 2021
Editorial—Get involved with fossil fuel divestment
Editorial—Get involved with fossil fuel divestment
November 18, 2021
Letter to the Editor—NMU should have a day care
Letter to the Editor—NMU should have a day care
November 18, 2021
Satire—I will consume your soul in this course evaluation
Satire—I will consume your soul in this course evaluation
November 17, 2021
Letter to the Editor—Renaming West Science the wrong call
Letter to the Editor—Renaming West Science the wrong call
November 16, 2021
WHAT COULD BE LOST—Many are concerned that pieces of campus life such as the important gathering space in Whitman Hall may be lost due to facilities plans created with the aim of increasing university profit.
Letter to the Editor—Robert Mahaney’s conflicts of interest
November 11, 2021
Carisa LaFernier and Ginger Shelifoe from the Keweenaw Bay Indian Community answer questions about victim services or about domestic violence awareness in the Indigenous community. Other resources at the Domestic Violence Awareness and Wellness Workshop included a storytelling workshop and yoga.
Walking the Path Together hosts workshop focused on healing from domestic violence
December 1, 2021
Cast members of the Elf the Musical show prepare for opening night which is Dec. 3 at 8 p.m. The show will run until Dec. 11 and include a matinee performance specifically for those with audio and visual sensitivity.
Don’t be a cotton headed ninny-muggins, see ‘Elf the Musical’
December 1, 2021
Members of the NMU Jazz Combo, including Owen Edwards soloing on alto saxophone, perform during an NMU jazz concert. A group of five students will perform in the library on Tuesday to provide more relaxing studying music for students.
NMU Jazz Combo to provide live study music before finals
November 30, 2021
Rachel Hauch creates paper snowflakes to hang up as decorations for the write-in on Tuesday and Wednesday. The write-in is designed as a time for students to work on their final papers in a fun and productive environment, but also as a way to inform students about the location of the Writing Center.
Writing Center hosts relaxing write-in event to destress
November 30, 2021
Brian Baumgartner will talk about his experiences on The Office as well as his two podcasts and recently published book.
“The Office” star Brian Baumgartner to help students de-stress before finals
November 30, 2021
HEADING INTO GLIAC PLAY—NMU mens forward John Kerr hammers down a dunk during the Wildcats exhibition win over Bay College on October 28. Both the mens and womens basketball teams for Northern hit the road this upcoming weekend to begin conference play against Northwood on Thursday, and Michigan Tech on Monday. Travis Nelson/NW
Basketball jumps into conference play after Minnesota clashes
December 1, 2021
SCALING UPWARD—A pair of South Superior Climbing Club members climbing in the Marquette area. The club offers plenty of experiences for those looking to get into rock climbing. Photo courtesy of Micah Carroll.
South Superior Climbing Club gives students rock climbing experiences
November 18, 2021
GOING OUT ON TOP—NMU quarterback Zach Keen rolls out of the pocket to make a throw during Saturdays win over Northwood. Despite being shorthanded and trailing early, the Cats closed the season out strong. Travis Nelson/NW.
Football closes season with victory over Northwood
November 17, 2021
RIVALS GOING AT IT—NMU forward Joseph Nardi fights for the faceoff with Michigan Techs Arvid Caderoth during Saturday nights game. The Wildcats lost 5-2, but earned the series split with a win on Friday. Travis Nelson/NW.
Hockey misses opportunity to sweep Michigan Tech in home loss
November 16, 2021
BIG BUCK CHASE—NMU student Travis Bessner poses with one of his two bucks last year. Bessner said that he was lucky to get two a year ago, and time will tell if others can be as lucky this year when the season begins on Monday.
Rifle hunting nearly underway as season approaches
November 12, 2021

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Up next: GLIAC Track Championships

Georgette Breen-Naylor • April 24, 2014

The Northern Michigan University track and field team will be heading into the GLIAC Outdoor Championship to finish out their season as a team.The Wildcats will be competing against 14 GLIAC teams in this...

’Cats prepare for Al Owens Classic: Athletes return from third-place finish at Hillsdale Invitational

Georgette Breen-Naylor • April 16, 2014

The Northern Michigan University women’s track and field team finished in the top three at the Hillsdale Invitational on Saturday, April 12. With 96 points, the Wildcats finished in third place out...

Runners roll with outdoor season, finish fifth in Wisconsin

Georgette Breen-Naylor • April 10, 2014

Following a canceled meet in Oshkosh, Wis., the NMU women’s track and field team traveled to the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater to compete in the Rex Foster Open on Sunday, April 6. The ’Cats...

Outdoor season to begin in Wisconsin

Georgette Breen-Naylor • April 3, 2014

The Northern Michigan University women’s track and field team had three athletes compete in the Raleigh Relays in Raleigh, N.C. on Friday, March 28 and Saturday, March 29. The athletes who competed...

Runners prepare for outdoor meets

Georgette Breen-Naylor • March 27, 2014

Several members of the Northern Michigan University women’s track and field team will be starting their outdoor season on Friday, March 28 in Raleigh, N.C. The Wildcats will begin their outdoor action...

Two athletes head to NCAA indoor competition

Georgette Breen-Naylor • March 26, 2014

Two Wildcats will head to the NCAA indoor track and field championships after the GLIAC indoor championship competition. Head coach Chereé Hicks is in her second season with the women’s track and...

Women’s soccer team to hold open tryouts

Georgette Breen-Naylor • February 20, 2014

The NMU soccer team will hold open tryouts for the 2014-15 Wildcat team in March.Junior or senior high school athletes may attend, in addition to students from junior colleges and other four year universities...

Career closet prepares students for jobs

Georgette Breen-Naylor • February 13, 2014

A new ASNMU program is helping students dress for success.The Seconds to Success Career Closet, will be opening its doors later this month to prepare students for professional interviews. The career...

Football team signs new recruits for 2014 season

Georgette Breen-Naylor • February 6, 2014

The Wildcat football staff held a press conference Wednesday, Feb. 5 to discuss the new additions to the program. After a 3-8 season, the Wildcats will open the 2014 season with a night game at 7 p.m....

Track and field team prepares for trip to Minn.

Georgette Breen-Naylor • February 6, 2014

The Wildcat track and field team competed at the Cardinal Invite on Friday, Jan. 31, at Saginaw Valley State University. The ’Cats earned season bests as well as career bests. Junior Ebony Young won...

Several Wildcats finish first against Division I competition

Georgette Breen-Naylor • January 30, 2014

The Wildcat swimming and diving team competed in their last meet of the season together before the GLIAC Championships. The ’Cats traveled Saturday, Jan. 25, to the University of Wisconsin-Green...

Winter car care crutial for safety in Upper Peninsula

Georgette Breen-Naylor • January 23, 2014

Living in Upper Peninsula, winters can be tough on driving for students. Winter car care knowledge is important having the proper necessities in order to be cautious and safe. According to Lt. Don Peterman,...

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