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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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‘Hockeyville USA’ Marquette to host NHL game Oct. 4

Ray Bressette • June 1, 2016

Marquette officially became the top hockey community in the country in April, winning Kraft Food’s 2016 Hockeyville USA crown. Now, the community’s historic Lakeview Arena will be rewarded with an...

Former Wildcat signs with Pittsburgh Steelers

Ray Bressette • June 1, 2016

With a stroke of his pen, former Wildcat Marcus Tucker traded in NMU green and yellow for the Pittsburgh Steelers’ black and gold, signing a contract to the NFL squad’s 90-man roster in May, just weeks...

Athletic facilities seek future upgrades

Ray Bressette • April 20, 2016

A storage space and referee locker room will be transformed into the new men’s soccer locker room, which could symbolize changes on the horizon for athletic facilities. NMU athletic director Forrest...

Ostrowsky’s experience can lead NMU to success

Ray Bressette • April 13, 2016

As the 2016 spring football season comes to a close and the team focuses on the next step toward their regular season, the program continues to search for its first winning season in seven years and just...

Out with the old, in with the new

Ray Bressette • April 6, 2016

It’s a new day to be a Wildcat as the university unveils new academic and athletic logos to change the face of NMU. Pending today’s approval by the NMU Board of Trustees, the university will eliminate...

A sit-down with NMU’s new defensive coordinator

Ray Bressette • April 6, 2016

NMU’s spring football game on Saturday, April 9 will be Wildcat fans’ first glimpse at the new defense led by first year defensive coordinator David Corrao. After eight seasons with the NFL’s Miami...

’Cats bring NFL talent to lead defense

Ray Bressette • March 30, 2016

The Northern Michigan University football team improved their coaching staff in the midst of spring football last week when head coach Chris Ostrowsky announced the hiring of David Corrao as defensive...

Month of madness for college basketball fans

Ray Bressette • March 23, 2016

One week into the 2016 NCAA Division 1 basketball tournament, we have been reminded how March Madness got its name with down-to-the-wire nail biters, unbelievable upsets and the hopes and dreams of college...

University to release new logos

Ray Bressette • March 16, 2016

After more than a year of consulting amongst NMU staff members, students and athletic department, the university plans to unveil new academic and athletics logos on April 6. The academic tree-and-wave...

Hockey season in review with head coach Walt Kyle

Ray Bressette • March 16, 2016

The Wildcat hockey season ended in a sweep from the Ferris State Bulldogs in the opening round of the WCHA playoffs last weekend in Big Rapids. NMU outshot Ferris in the first game on Friday, March 11...

Women’s basketball team shows glimpse of future

Ray Bressette • March 9, 2016

The first year of a new era for the NMU women’s basketball team ended with an early playoff exit, yet still gave hope for a promising future. The Wildcats battled the No. 5-ranked and eventual GLIAC...

Playoffs begin at Ferris for Wildcat hockey team

Ray Bressette • March 9, 2016

After an inability to take care of play at home, the Wildcats will hit the road for the opening round of the WCHA playoffs this weekend against the Ferris State Bulldogs in Big Rapids. The Wildcats...

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