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Wildcats show promise in first game of season under Head Coach Erin Egolf

Wildcats show promise in first game of season under Head Coach Erin Egolf

Caden Sierra March 20, 2025

The NMU women’s soccer team took the field for the first time under new head coach Erin Egolf, facing the Marquette United U18/U16 men's team in a spring exhibition at the Superior Dome. Despite...

Pizza Cat — Vol. 30

Pizza Cat — Vol. 30

Deirdre Northrup-Riesterer March 19, 2025

The mysterious "???", who's been busy hiding in the shadows of the Sinking World, finally arrives to help Melinda and Pizza Cat escape. But along with his arrival comes a shocking revelation: could he be...

Pizza Cat — Vol. 29

Pizza Cat — Vol. 29

Deirdre Northrup-Riesterer March 11, 2025

Joy comes up with a deal too good for the knights to pass on. At the party, the knights encounter Noe, Toya's mentor Shoji, and Petruchaya's beloved Binarya. But someone else is watching and taking note...

St. Thomas hands NMU back-to-back losses in Wildcats’ home finale

St. Thomas hands NMU back-to-back losses in Wildcats’ home finale

Caden Sierra February 27, 2025

Last weekend, the Wildcats fell in their final home series of the year against St. Thomas, dropping both games with scores of 0-3 and 3-4 respectively. “I still think there’s a game there that...

Pizza Cat — Vol. 28

Pizza Cat — Vol. 28

Deirdre Northrup-Riesterer February 18, 2025

Soon after Felix shares his great discovery with his close friend Toya, the knights are interrupted by Petruchaya's annoying and affluent cousin, Lord Noe Catelina. He seems to know how to get under Petruchaya's...

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Wildcats fall short in close battle with Grand Valley State as regionals approach

Caden Sierra February 13, 2025

NMU's women's wrestling team fought hard but ultimately lost to Grand Valley State 27-18. Despite the defeat, the Wildcats showed significant improvement from their earlier 44-6 loss to GVSU this fall. The...

SAFE SEX - Students participate in the Condom Carnival on campus. (Caden Sierra/NW)

Student Equity and Engagement Center hosts Condom Carnival

Lindsey Hollander and Caden Sierra February 11, 2025

On Saturday, Feb. 8 in the Jacobetti Center, the Student Equity and Engagement Center held an event called Condom Carnival. Students took part in interactive games that taught them about safe sex, consent...

Pizza Cat — Vol. 27

Pizza Cat — Vol. 27

Deirdre Northrup-Riesterer February 10, 2025

While searching for Pizza Cat and Melinda, the Cat Crew and Evil Doll Gang make their way into the lowest rings of the Sinking World—unaware of the shocking truth they will soon discover.

Wildcats dominate in Vandament Arena

Wildcats dominate in Vandament Arena

Emma Marotz, Assistant sports editor February 10, 2025

The Wildcats secured their fourth dual win of the season this past weekend, wrestling their way to the top with a 30-17 victory over UW- Oshkosh. Their record is now 4-3, and they are 2-0 at home, heading...

GA! GA! BALL! — NMU students get competitive at Wildcat Field Day.

NMU Special Events hosts Wildcat Field Day with great success

Luke Odgers February 6, 2025

A cluster of determined competitors lined the waist-high walls of the inflatable pit, each stooping with concentrated eyes and action-ready hands. In the center, an individual with a red ball began throwing...

Pizza Cat — Vol. 26

Pizza Cat — Vol. 26

Deirdre Northrup-Riesterer February 4, 2025

While trapped alongside her nemesis in the clutches of the Abyssal King, Melinda witnesses something earth-shattering. Can Pizza Cat raise her spirits?

Hockey falls to Tech

Hockey falls to Tech

Lily Gouin, Sports Editor January 31, 2025

This past weekend, NMU fans geared up to watch the Wildcats take on their biggest rival, Michigan Tech. Unfortunately for fans, the Wildcats were unable to get a win either night. However, the team...

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