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STOP AND LOOK — Students are shown how to weave string through their dreamcatcher.

A day of dreamcatchers

Amelia Kashian November 22, 2024

Arts and crafts have long brought people together, and the Office of Diversity and Inclusion (ODI) used this idea with a traditional twist. Students gathered in the Hedgecock atrium last evening and...

ALL SET UP — Clothing is laid out for a sustainable swap as part of the Green Friday event.

EcoReps celebrates sustainability

Maggie Franzen November 21, 2024

NMU's student sustainability group EcoReps hosted a number of events to celebrate Green Friday on Nov. 15. In the foyer of Jamrich Hall, students were greeted with an array of eco-friendly opportunities...

BIG SMILES — Tau Kappa Epsilon poses after their rush event with several potential new members. (Photo courtesy of TKE Instagram.)

Breaking Stereotypes — One fraternity’s journey

Bianca Kroll November 18, 2024

Fraternities at NMU help students get involved on campus and in the Marquette community. Some students may join to gain experience of how to work in groups and also to build their resume for future employers....

WITNESS AND ACT — The Refugee Outreach Collective ends their Refugee Voices of Resilience event with a call to action.

Students hear refugees’ powerful stories

Megan Smith November 15, 2024

The Refugee Outreach Collective (ROC) is a student group that is currently partnering with NMU to provide educational experiences for refugees in the Dzaleka refugee camp in Malawi. The organization is...

SMARTER, NOT HARDER — Students learn how AI can be used in academically honest ways. (AI-generated Graphic)

AI ate my homework

Megan Smith November 15, 2024

Professor of engineering technology Deanna Pozega and Associate Professor of political science Jongeun You hosted a workshop called, "Smarter, Not Harder: Using AI in College (Without Crossing the Line)"...

STOP AND SMILE — Student and Rocks and Mineral Club Vice President Thaden Weeks stops and poses in front of a waterfall. This is one of the many different places he stops to teach and learn about geology. (Photo courtesy of Thaden Weeks.)

Profile — Finding passion in geology

Amelia Kashian November 13, 2024

A person's expression of passion can come in many different forms. Usually, someone can talk about their special interest for hours on end or teach others valuable information on the subject. For Thaden...

The event was originally scheduled to be held at the Berry Events Center, but has since been moved. Graphic courtesy of NAE.

Northern Arts & Entertainment to host concert at Jamrich

Amelia Kashian November 12, 2024

"I truly believe that live music is crucial to our social connections," President of Northern Arts & Entertainment (NAE) Adeline Pavlo said. "Live music allows for an individual to live in the moment...

TAKING A SEAT — A student relaxes in Jamrich Hall to watch "Monsters University" through a collaboration between Campus Cinema and Greek Council.

A new Campus Cinema experience

Maggie Franzen November 12, 2024

The big screen came alive with nostalgia on Sunday, Nov. 3, with a screening of "Monsters University" in Jamrich Hall. This week's show was in collaboration with NMU's Greek Council, offering more than...

DRAMATIC DUOS — Audrey Hepburn/Holly Golightly and Harley Quinn sing about their surprising rivalry.

Student chapter of American Choral Directors Association holds Monster Mash Karaoke Bash

Megan Smith November 11, 2024

Music binds us together and has ancient origins. Humans coming together to share experiences, emotions and inner thought through song is believed to be one of the first steps we took as a species to build...

FESTIVE FUN — Students and members of Spanish Club gather to play games and make crafts for Halloween and Dia de los Muertos.

Spanish Club celebrates multicultural fall holidays

Amelia Kashian November 7, 2024

  The fall season is often known for the changing colors and anticipation for Halloween. NMU's Spanish Club, however, takes Dia de los Muertos into consideration as well. They hosted a festive...

LEGENDARY DUO — President Brock Tessman and former Starbucks CEO Howard Schultz speak with NMU students.

Howard Schultz returns to NMU

Megan Smith November 1, 2024

For the first time in years, one of NMU’s most famous alumni has returned. Howard Schultz, multi-time CEO of Starbucks and former quarterback for the football team, came back to NMU. Despite struggling...

STOP AND POSE — Student Tas Stoetzner pauses for a picture as he reps NMU. He is involved in many student organizations on campus. (Photo courtesy of Tas Stoetzner.)

Profile — Becoming a Wildcat leader

Maggie Franzen October 28, 2024

The social light of Northern Michigan University, the Special Events Committee (SEC) is a student-run organization that would not be the same without the efforts of Tas Stoetzner. An example of a true...

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