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SMILE—  Students line up for their picture amongst their hard work.

Hands-on Research helps students protect Lake Superior’s keystone predator 

Liam Boomer, Sports writer November 6, 2025

Each semester, NMU students studying natural resource–related fields have the interesting opportunity to dive into real-world science alongside the Michigan Department of Natural Resources (DNR)....

On Dia de Muertos, NMU remembers the dead

On Dia de Muertos, NMU remembers the dead

Erika Rice and Tony Anderson October 31, 2025

The Latinx Student Union at  Northern Michigan University is celebrating Día de los Muertos, and have constructed an ofrenda in John X. Jamrich hall to celebrate. This is the second year in a row...

Signs of change— Marquette's No Kings protest

Signs of change— Marquette’s No Kings protest

Erika Rice October 24, 2025

On Saturday morning, dozens of protestors lined the bridge above US-41 for the second No Kings protest against the current presidential administration's policies and values. In the 2024 presidential...

ANYTHING TO GET OUT OF HERE— At the front of the exhibit, the introductory statement of the work.

Visiting curators bring video to DeVos

Erika Rice, Multimedia Editor October 16, 2025

In the back gallery of the DeVos Art Museum, a new exhibit from artists Piper Hill, Zerek Kempf and Shori Sims focuses on use of video, a particular interest of visiting curators Kate Donnelly, Thatiana...

BANNER DAY— NMU Wellbeing's second annual 5K was a success.

Mind over Miles, nothing but smiles

Erika Rice October 15, 2025

At the start of the second annual Mind over Miles 5K, NMU and the Marquette community came together on a fall evening. With snacks and hydration along the route, the runners came together at the Wildcat...

STOP AND LOOK— A table of example fiber arts is shown at this week's event.

Lake Superior Fiber Festival celebrates local art

Erika Rice October 8, 2025

At the Marquette Regional History Museum, the fourth biennial Lake Superior Fiber Festival put the spotlight on local fiber artists. Fiber arts, comprising artwork using yarn, fabric or other fibers, has...

WELL-CONSTUCTED— The addition of a pavilion this summer has made the fire circle more accessible for events.

Center for Native American Studies marks Orange Shirt Day

Erika Rice, Multimedia Editor October 2, 2025

Orange Shirt Day, was established in Canada in 2013 and eventually developed into the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, a recognized holiday in Canada on September 30. Orange Shirt Day, as it's...

FROZEN IN TIME— The Heritage Center is well-controlled for climate to preserve the artifacts.

Maritime history surfaces at Beaumier Heritage Center

Erika Rice, Multimedia Editor October 2, 2025

As the 50th anniversary of the Edmund Fitzgerald's sinking approaches, the Beaumier UP Heritage Center is remembering other famous and devastating wrecks from Lake Superior's history. Our lake, known...

LOOK OUT— Murdock regales the crowd with tales of ghosts on the lake.

At Ore Dock Brewery, sea shanties still hype

Erika Rice, Multimedia Editor September 26, 2025

On Thursday night, musician and historian Lee Murdock performed a set of sea shanties (and a lumberjack song) at the Ore Dock Brewery to benefit the Marquette Maritime Museum as they head into the off-season....

TAKE A LOOK— Patrons peruse one of the many tables of the sale.

Peter White Public Library’s fall book sale kicks off for weekend

Erika Rice, Multimedia Editor September 26, 2025

  As the construction at Harden Hall continues, the Lydia M. Olson Library remains scattered to the four winds— and as a result, many students have turned to the Peter White Public Library...

DREAMWORK— The real spirit of homecoming, our campus community coming together, was everywhere to be seen.

Creativity abounds at golf cart decoration

Erika Rice, Multimedia Editor September 19, 2025

  This reporter is cautiously excited to announce that behind the Superior Dome on Thursday evening were creatures of myth and legend, caught here on camera in high-definition— Nessie, gnomes,...

FACING OFF— Before the puck drops, players prepare to battle it out.

Red Wings, Yoopers raise money for United Way

Erika Rice, Multimedia Editor September 19, 2025

  On Saturday night, the Berry Events Center was alive with the sounds of hockey again with the third annual Yoopers United vs Red Wings Alumni game to benefit the Marquette United Way. After...

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