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OPEN SKATE — NMU Students gather at Lakeview Arena for Open Skate Night. The Special Events Committee is hosting two upcoming skate nights for the semester on Friday, Feb. 3 from 8:30 to 10:30 p.m. in the Olson Rink and on Thursday, March 16 from 7 to 9 p.m. in the Russell Rink.
Special Events Committee hosts Open Skates
January 31, 2023
SUN POWER — NMU students listen as a member of the solar panel installation crew explains how the bifacial panels work. The fully operational panels, located next to the SHINE building on Presque Isle Avenue, are the largest project to be financed entirely by the Green Fund, a five-dollar per semester student-paid fee.
Campus solar panels funded entirely by NMU students
January 30, 2023
WINTER FAIR - The Winter Student Organization Fair gives student organizations an opportunity to share their clubs with other students and recruit new members.
Center for Student Enrichment hosts Winter Student Organization Fair
January 27, 2023
BLOOD DRIVE - NMU nursing students Lauren Smith (left) and Megan Hendrickson (right) check in student blood donors. On Jan. 26, the American Red Cross held a blood drive in the Olson Library with help from NMU School of Nursing.
Campus blood drive encourages students to donate amidst blood shortage
January 27, 2023
FACULTY BIENNIAL — DeVos Art Museum hosts gallery of works by NMU Art and Design department faculty. The display can be viewed until March 31 during the gallerys hours, Mondays-Wednesdays 12-5 p.m., Thursdays 12-8 p.m. and Fridays 12-5 p.m.
Faculty Biennial exhibition opens at DeVos Art Museum
January 27, 2023
FRESH FROM THE OVEN - Cinnamon rolls straight from the oven are a luxury everyone should experience at least once this semester. Even if its not from this recipe that includes sourdough, look up a recipe that fits ingredients in your kitchen and make some this weekend!
Cooking with Kata — Sunday Sourdough Cinnamon Rolls
January 27, 2023
MEMORY BOX — For the chances I did not take, the people I did not meet and the places I did not go. A little fear meant nothing in comparison to that regret. Life is short, but man is it full when you look back at all the things you were too scared to do, but did it anyways.
Opinion – The everyday life of your average hermit
January 27, 2023
Editorial — How to prepare for the later years of college
Editorial — How to prepare for the later years of college
January 26, 2023
Opinion — Streaming services have killed movie magic
Opinion — Streaming services have killed movie magic
January 25, 2023
Opinion — How Ticketmaster is ruining live music
Opinion — How Ticketmaster is ruining live music
January 24, 2023
TV-19 — A look inside Marquettes newest TV station. WZMQ TV-19 is Marquette’s newest CBS affiliate news station, one that several graduates and current students work for and has only recently begun broadcasting live.
Profile — A look inside the studio: WZMQ TV-19
January 27, 2023
ICE CLIMBING - Rodriguez enjoys the view during a winter climb. Rodriguez is a PR Major in his last semester at Northern, and is currently president of South Superior Climbing Club.
Profile — Ice and Graduation: Vaughn Rodriguez’s Final Months at Northern
January 27, 2023
Author Colin Clancy
NMU Alumni Releases Debut Novel “Ski Bum”
December 13, 2022
ART POSTER - Award winning poster for the SAG art competition. The pieces chosen to be in the display include submissions from students in many different majors.
SAG brings Monsters and Mythos to campus library
December 13, 2022
From right to left, Sarah ONeill and Alex Belz (Assistant News Editor).
The North Wind Celebrates 50 Years of student voices, independent journalism
December 9, 2022
During a previous home meet, members of the Wildcat track team bolt from the starting line in a competitive race.
W Track & Field: Wildcats find early success in Lake Michigan Open
January 31, 2023
GET FIT - Pilates is a great class for both new and experienced people to get into shape and have a great time.
Pilates provides unique exercise experience
January 31, 2023
BOWING OUT—NMU sophomore guard Samantha Potter goes up for the contested layup over two Davenport defenders last season. The NMU Womens basketball team is going up against Lake State and Ferris State and hopes to improve both defense and offensive strategies.
W Basketball: ‘Cats looking forward, tough road trip ahead
January 26, 2023
FIERCE RIVALRY — NMU and Tech go head to head on the court last weekend. Next, they go up against the top four teams in the GLIAC, including Ferris State on the road.
M Basketball: Wildcats on the road, face tough test ahead
January 26, 2023
GEAR UP - Serkowski believes having basic knowledge of how to defend yourself is vital to your safety and teaches Self-Defense 101 in order to help students do just that.
Self-Defense 101 teaches students basic defense skills
January 24, 2023

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Editorial: We seek diverse voices

NW Staff • September 3, 2020

This newspaper is created by students, for students. The North Wind has the responsibility of broadcasting information, news and opinions to the broad, diverse campus community.  Particularly in...

Doctor prepares COVID-19 tests

Editorial: With some testing results delayed, we support no test, no class

NW Staff • September 3, 2020

The length of time it has taken for the NMU student population to receive COVID-19 test results has sparked concern and stress for many. The brief scare everyone had when thinking we would have to attend...

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Wildcat athlete of the week

NW Staff • February 15, 2018

Sophomore forward Will Carius scored 22 points in a victory against Northwood University. This is Carius’ second 20-point performance in the last four games, the other coming against Purdue-Northwest...

Sound Off: Should space exploration be conducted by private or public organizations?

Sound Off: Should space exploration be conducted by private or public organizations?

NW Staff • February 15, 2018

Sharlon Regales, senior computer science “Privatization has more possibilities because of less regulations, but, public programs promote scientific study, and still need funding for space travel.” Allison...

Photo by: EMMALENE OYSTI

Students can be homeless too

NW Staff • February 15, 2018

The Janzen House is renovating, The Room At The Inn has extended its hours and is looking for a permanent shelter space, the ASNMU Food Pantry officially opened to help anyone in the NMU community who...

Students against Snyder

NW Staff • February 15, 2018

“I had elevated lead levels due to the Flint Water Crisis and have to get routine checkups. Governor Snyder basically walked away without any consequences to his hand in the Flint Water Crisis. Please...

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Wildcat of the week

NW Staff • February 15, 2018

Senior forward Robbie Payne recorded two points at Alabama-Huntsville over the weekend, a goal and an assist. Through 32 games played this season, Payne has 18 goals and has been recognized as a Hobey...

Students clash over new sport teams

NW Staff • October 1, 2014

In its attempt to recruit more students amid declining enrollment, NMU is adding four new sports teams to the athletic department. Some students say they fear the new teams will end up costing them more...

Editorial: Sign up, show up, get involved at NMU

NW Staff • June 6, 2013

College offers an overwhelming amount of options for students and especially in terms of organizations. As incoming students attend orientation over the next few weeks will soon learn, the situation...

Wildcat sports news & notes…in brief

NW Staff • June 6, 2013

Wildcat men welcome Rock standout NMU men’s basketball coach Bill Sall signed Brett Branstrom to a National Letter of Intent to play for the Wildcats in 2013-14. Branstrom, a 6-foot-5 forward,...

Past NMU administrators remembered

NW Staff • April 25, 2013

Among their co-workers, both former NMU President Dr. Bill Vandament and former athletic director Ken Godfrey were known to have been passionate about one simple thing: students. For Vandament, who...

Include baseball as varsity sport

NW Staff • April 25, 2013

Northern Michigan University’s range of athletic programs now includes America’s national pastime. After the NMU club baseball team earned the Organization of the Year award at the Leadership Recognition...

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