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CAMS presents first NMU Civility Week
CAMS presents first NMU Civility Week
March 31, 2023
NMU students tackle complex topics in The Speech
NMU students tackle complex topics in The Speech
March 30, 2023
BAKE SALE — NMU’s Pre-Veterinary Medicine Club is hosting a bake sale tomorrow from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Jamrich ticket window to raise funds for new stethoscopes.
NMU’s Pre-Veterinary Medicine Club hosts bake sale
March 28, 2023
Women in Leadership Panel celebrates womens history month
Women in Leadership Panel celebrates women’s history month
March 28, 2023
Dear Diary: Prioritize your mental health by journaling
Dear Diary: Prioritize your mental health by journaling
March 27, 2023
Opinion — The Hunger Games renaissance we needed
Opinion — The Hunger Games renaissance we needed
March 31, 2023
Opinion — How to protect your peace
Opinion — How to protect your peace
March 29, 2023
Opinion — Tattoos: Hot or not?
Opinion — Tattoos: Hot or not?
March 28, 2023
Editorial — NMU Tuition Advantage: What’s the catch?
Editorial — NMU Tuition Advantage: What’s the catch?
March 28, 2023
Opinion — You can call me Sal
Opinion — You can call me Sal
March 25, 2023
FUNDRAISING - Myers (far left) stands outside with volunteers promoting Marquette Ending Hunger. Myers said that the groups goals for each semester tend to be doing everything bigger and better, gaining more members, raising more money and providing more donations.
Students fight hunger, spread a little cheer along the way
March 30, 2023
ROCKY TERRAIN — Lauren Maki bikes at Marquette Trails Fest Dual Slalom last summer (2022).
Profile — Lauren Maki shares mountain biking journey
March 29, 2023
READY FOR MY CLOSE UP - Despite his preference for dramatic roles, Mitchell notes the character-building elements of comedic acting. He specifically singled out Mike Myers and Adam Sandler as actors who can form and embody a character.
Go Break A Leg: The Impact of Theater on DeShawn Mitchell
March 28, 2023
THE MINI PITCH —Ricky Rietjens (left) and Tyler Watson (right) pose after winning the Mini Pitch competition with their business proposal idea, Peninsula Produce.
Peninsula Produce to create first ever commercial hydroponic facility in U.P.
March 27, 2023
ILLUMINATING LIGHTS — Hippo Campus performs under vibrant lights at the Vandament Arena.
Hippo Campus show opens with up-and-coming artists at NMU
March 27, 2023
HIIT! - Charise Baker hosts a high-intensity interval training session each week, which is a great way to get in shape and have some fun.
HIIT training with Charise Baker provides full body workout
March 31, 2023
ROAD TRIP - NMU started their seven-game road trip and are looking to bring the momentum they have built into conference play, resuming this weekend.
W Lacrosse: NMU bounces back against McKendree after two-game slide
March 30, 2023
Power 50: The full body workout in under an hour
Power 50: The full body workout in under an hour
March 24, 2023
BITTER SWEET - The Wildcats were able to go on a run for a chance at the Mason Cup but fell short against Mankato. The Cats end their season 21-17.
M Hockey: Wildcats drop Mason Cup Final to Mankato, 3-2 OT
March 24, 2023
GET ACTIVE - Two intramural volleyball players face off at the net. NMUs Club Volleyball is open to all students and encourages a friendly and active environment where you can meet new friends.
The friendly game of intramural volleyball
March 23, 2023

The North Wind

The North Wind
Following terrific NMU careers, forwards Adam Rockwood and Troy Loggins and goaltender Atte Tolvanen will be taking their talents to the next level following the signing of their professional contracts. Photo courtesy of NMU athletics

Former stars find new homes

Ryan Spitza • March 28, 2019

Three former Northern Michigan University Ice Hockey players have signed contracts at the pro level fresh off of their senior seasons with the Wildcats. Forwards Troy Loggins and Adam Rockwood, along...

Freshman forward Grant Loven wins a faceoff during last Friday’s 6-1 loss to Bowling Green State University. Photo courtesy of NMU athletics

Falcons fly away with Wildcats tournament hopes

Ryan Spitza • March 21, 2019

All good things must come to an end which was the case for the Northern Michigan University Ice Hockey team last Saturday. The Wildcats fell flat on Friday night, dropping a 6-1 decision to then-No....

Freshmen Wildcats Garrett Klee (20) and Grant Loven (29) look to jumpstart a play in the offensive zone during last weekend’s WCHA quarterfinal matchup against Alaska-Fairbanks. Photo courtesy of NMU athletics

Playoff hockey dance continues for Wildcats

Ryan Spitza • March 14, 2019

As the old saying goes, play them 10 times, you might only win nine. The Northern Michigan University Ice Hockey team has seen No. 15-ranked Bowling Green State University (BGSU) nine times over the...

Members of the NMU Men’s Ice Hockey team pose with the Cappo Cup after last weekend’s sweep of the Lake Superior State University Lakers. The trophy is awarded to the season series winner between the two teams. Photo courtesy of NMU athletics

Ice hockey continues battle against U.P. rivals

Ryan Spitza • February 28, 2019

From one Upper Peninsula rival to the next, the Northern Michigan University Ice Hockey team now looks ahead to Michigan Tech (MTU) on the final weekend of the regular season after a sweep of then-No....

NMU senior forward Adam Rockwood stares down a Bemidji State University player from center ice. Photo courtesy of NMU Athletics

Wildcats dammed up by Bemidji Beavers

Ryan Spitza • February 21, 2019

The Northern Michigan University Ice Hockey team may now have its back against the wall going into the final two weeks of the regular season. The Wildcats suffered a 2-2 decision with a 3-on-3 overtime...

Junior forward Luke Voltin [left] fights off two Bemidji State forwards trying to put the puck past senior goaltender Atte Tolvanen. Photo courtesy of NMU Athletics

Men’s icers gear up for crucial three weeks

Ryan Spitza • February 14, 2019

You might call it a mixed bag of results for the Northern Michigan University Hockey team on its trip to Alabama last weekend. Despite outshooting the six-win University of Alabama-Huntsville (UAH)...

Senior forward Troy Loggins extends to deflect a pass during Friday night’s contest against the Bowling Green State University Falcons. Loggins scored his 12th goal of the season on a third period power-play. Photo courtesy of NMU Athletics

Ice ’Cats fighting for playoffs

Ryan Spitza • February 7, 2019

The Northern Michigan University Ice Hockey team settled for a weekend split over then-No. 13 Bowling Green State University (BGSU) at the Berry Events Center last weekend. The Wildcats suffered...

Freshman forward Ty Readman chases down a puck while trying to hold back a Minnesota State Maverick. Photo courtesy of NMU Athletics

Wildcats bucked by Mavericks

Ryan Spitza • January 30, 2019

Last weekend’s hockey games at the Berry Events Center served as a wakeup call for the Northern Michigan University Ice Hockey team. NMU’s six-game winning streak was snapped at the hands of then-No....

Hockey gears up for a first-place showdown

Hockey gears up for a first-place showdown

Ryan Spitza • January 24, 2019

The Northern Michigan University Hockey team looks to add to its recent win streak through the weekend, hosting league-leading and No. 7 ranked Minnesota State-Mankato in a critical WCHA series at the...

Photo courtesy of NMU Athletics. NMU Men’s Hockey finished up its two-week long trip to Alaska with a 4-0 record. NMU is now 13-10-0 overall this season. Freshman forward Griffin Loughran’s three-point weekend earned him WCHA Rookie of the Week honors, while junior defenseman Philip Beaulieu took WCHA Defenseman of the Week honors for the second consecutive week.

Men’s Ice Hockey leaves Alaska on a hot streak

Ryan Spitza • January 17, 2019

Things change in the blink of an eye. That was exactly the case for the Northern Michigan University Men’s Ice Hockey team last weekend, taking a 5-1 decision at Alaska-Anchorage in Friday’s series...

FRESH START — NMUs hockey team kicks off the season this weekend against Bowling Green.

Season defining series upcoming for Ice Hockey

Ryan Spitza • December 6, 2018

The last time the Northern Michigan University and Michigan Tech Hockey teams met, it ended in heartbreak for the Wildcats with a 2-0 loss to the rival Huskies in the WCHA Championship Game on March 17....

Improved season closes out

Improved season closes out

Ryan Spitza • November 15, 2018

The Northern Michigan University Football team ended its season with a 41-7 defeat at Ashland University last Saturday. Despite finishing with an overall record of 3-8, the mark comes as an improvement...

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