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BAKE SALE — NMU's Entomology Club hosted a two-day bake sale in Jamrich Hall.
Students get buggy at on-campus bake sale
March 18, 2025
TEACH — NMU student Libby Myren presents the difference between misinformation, disinformation and what drives someone to spread them online.
Misinformation, disinformation event teaches students to think critically
March 18, 2025
TELL YOUR STORY - Hanif Abdurraqib stands before his audience, inspiring them with his words.
Writer Hanif Abdurraqib visits NMU
March 12, 2025
LISTEN AND LEARN - Marquette Ending Hunger hosts a trivia night using Quizzizz.
Marquette Ending Hunger hosts trivia night
March 11, 2025
BAKING TIME — Presenter Susan Robison explains what goes into sourdough starter at a Skill Builder called, "The Wonders of Sourdough."
SLFP holds Skill Builder, teaches ins and outs of sourdough making
February 27, 2025
EXPRESS YOURSELF- News Editor Megan Voorhees puts herself out their in an odd way. Graphic by Deirdre Northrup-Riesterer
Getting back out of my hermit shell
February 27, 2025
In February of 2024, community members and students gathered at the Lower Harbor bell tower in downtown Marquette to protest in support of Palestine.
NMU’s involvement in protesting
February 21, 2025
Beyoncé accepting a Grammy Award at the 2025 music award show. (photo courtesy of GRAMMY.com)
Drama at the Grammys
February 21, 2025
SCENE SETTING — The opening scene of Much Ado About Nothing, as a group of Yoopers sneak up on a deer. Highlighting the setting of the UP and the second week of deer camp.
Much Ado About Nothing — A review
February 20, 2025
Why I think Valentine's Day needs more love
Why I think Valentine’s Day needs more love
February 14, 2025
COOKING UP A STORM — A table filled with home made dishes.
Hoop Soup — Hoop House enjoys recent harvest
March 17, 2025
WellBeing hosts Sip Smart with NMU Police Department
WellBeing hosts Sip Smart with NMU Police Department
March 14, 2025
DONT MISS OUT - Join the South Superior Climbing Club to watch several climbing films and have the chance to win raffle prizes.
South Superior Climbing Club to host Reel Rock 19 showing
March 12, 2025
STOP AND SMILE — Jane Fitkin stops to admire Marquette's natural landscape, which she has gone on to advocate for in a variety of ways.
Profile — NMU alum becomes voice for environment
March 12, 2025
TIME TO JUDGE — Chili chefs get ready for students to judge their recipes at the annual cook-off.
Getting creative at the Annual Chili Cook-Off
February 27, 2025
Women’s basketball fights in GLIAC Tournament, secures NCAA Tournament ticket
Women’s basketball fights in GLIAC Tournament, secures NCAA Tournament ticket
March 17, 2025
GET BACK - The 'Cats are looking to get back to winning this week after dropping two close games. NMU is 15-6 (7-4 GLIAC) and is hoping to get to the top of the standings after this weekend.
Men’s basketball wins the GLIAC, heads to the dance
March 14, 2025
Lacrosse ends three game stretch with split
Lacrosse ends three game stretch with split
March 14, 2025
SPEEDING BY - Victoria Dybwad racing in the Nordic Ski team's NCAA race.
Nordic Ski takes home gold in NCAA Regionals
March 11, 2025
NMU Women’s Wrestling Boasts Successful Outing at Regional Qualifier
NMU Women’s Wrestling Boasts Successful Outing at Regional Qualifier
February 28, 2025
Pizza Cat — Vol. 29
Pizza Cat — Vol. 29
March 11, 2025
St. Thomas hands NMU back-to-back losses in Wildcats’ home finale
St. Thomas hands NMU back-to-back losses in Wildcats’ home finale
February 27, 2025
Pizza Cat — Vol. 28
Pizza Cat — Vol. 28
February 18, 2025
Caden Sierra/NW
Wildcats fall short in close battle with Grand Valley State as regionals approach
February 13, 2025
SAFE SEX - Students participate in the Condom Carnival on campus. (Caden Sierra/NW)
Student Equity and Engagement Center hosts Condom Carnival
February 11, 2025

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 — NMU's 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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