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LEAVE NO TRACE — Heather Vivian from Respect Marquette County educates on the impacts of outdoor recreation as part of the organizations mission of protecting natural resources.
Leave No Trace 101 workshop promotes protecting natural resources
December 1, 2023
LOCAL HOUSING — The city of Marquette has faced several challenges regarding affordability in the area.
Marquette city manager addresses affordable housing in the city
December 1, 2023
SHINE PROJECTS — Students gather to strategize and connect with NMU sustainability and all that plays a role in it. Photo courtesy of Jes Thompson
SHINE program provides sustainability progress, opportunities
December 1, 2023
UPGRADE — Harden Hall is set to undergo a two-year renovation that will include a complete redesign of the Lydia M. Olson Library and will add a partial fourth floor. This addition will provide space for the academic offices and classrooms that are currently housed in Gries Hall, such as economics and political science. Rendering courtesy of NMU Facilities.
Harden Hall to receive two-year renovation
December 1, 2023
Campus-wide mental health survey returns to gather new data
Campus-wide mental health survey returns to gather new data
November 17, 2023
NOT A SOUND — A study area in Jamrich, almost devoid of people. Before covid, the halls would be packed with people socializing.
Opinion — The importance of socializing and discussion
December 1, 2023
LAYER UP — A fuzzy hat and large jacket, two essential parts of staying warm in the winter. Adding a few extra layers is highly encouraged, especially when temperatures start to drop into the negatives.
Editorial — Proper protection against cold weather
November 30, 2023
VERY, VERY COLD — A sheet of ice enveloping the land. The Upper Peninsula gets quite cold during the winter, and not enough people understand that.
Opinion — If you dislike winter, why go to Northern?
November 16, 2023
LIFE OF WORK — Me sitting at my desk, preparing for another shift of directing news. Other than the occasional complaint of having to leave for work, I welcome the idea of working for the rest of my life.
Opinion — Preparing to work for the rest of your life
November 14, 2023
TOO MANY HOLIDAYS — Christmas and Thanksgiving, two of the biggest holidays of the year, are only one month apart. With all the travel, scheduling and extra baggage attached, this often makes more stress than holiday cheer.
Opinion — The holidays are too stuffed
November 10, 2023
TALENTED STYLING — With steady hands, a student focuses as she works on an intricate hairstyle.
Students learn in immersive cosmetology experience
November 30, 2023
PINK EXPLOSION — With the help of the Special Events Committee, Campus Cinema is showing the double feature Barbenheimer with a pink runway experience. Photo courtesy of Izabella Filippelli.
From science to fashion: Barbenheimer comes to NMU
November 30, 2023
RIPPLES — From warm clothing to financial support for students, NMU Ripple Effect helps students overcome obstacles they may not be able to solve by themselves. Joleigh Martinez/NW
Ripple Effect: Providing winter clothing, support for NMU students
November 30, 2023
Joleigh Martinez/NW
On vs. off-campus jobs for NMU students
November 16, 2023
TANGERINE — Noah Richardson is an upcoming indie pop artist from Philadelphia. Photo courtesy of Elina Zhang.
From local energy to indie pop: NAE presents Iridescence, Noah Richardson
November 14, 2023
CHAMPIONSHIP MIND — Wildcats dive into the Calvin College Invite this weekend looking for NCAA consideration.
Wildcats Swim & Dive into Calvin College Invite pursuing NCAA consideration, championship qualifications
December 1, 2023
WILDCAT GOAL — Goaltender Benni Halasz watches from his post as the team celebrates a goal. Halasz was named CCHA Goaltender of the week after the Cats swept Augustana at home last weekend.
M Hockey: Halasz earns Goaltender of the Week after weekend split against Falcons
December 1, 2023
COMPETE — The Cats end the regular season ranked five in the GLIAC.
Women’s Volleyball finishes GLIAC tournament season in Quarterfinals against MTU
November 17, 2023
HOME SPLIT — The Northern Michigan womens ice hockey team celebrates win against rival Bulldogs.
Women’s Hockey splits weekend against rival Adrian College
November 17, 2023
GAME WINNER — Josh Zinger with the game-winning goal on Saturday night to take the weekend sweep.
Men’s Hockey celebrates first weekend sweep of season against CCHA opponent LSSU
November 17, 2023
Noah Richardson, Iridescence rock the Northern Center at NAE concert
Noah Richardson, Iridescence rock the Northern Center at NAE concert
December 1, 2023
Students can peruse and purchase plants propagated by teaching staff at the campus greenhouse. The sale runs through this week.
Campus greenhouse hosts plant sale at library
November 14, 2023
Jamming the night away with NoMAD
Jamming the night away with NoMAD
October 29, 2023
Yellow and Green as far as one can see
Yellow and Green as far as one can see
October 26, 2023
Students update their closets sustainably at EcoReps clothing swap
Students update their closets sustainably at EcoReps clothing swap
October 13, 2023

The North Wind

The North Wind
All content by Aaron Loudenslager
TELL ME MORE-An extract from an archived interview by Miriam Hilton with Luther West, in which West discusses his association with the Race Betterment Foundation.

Letter to the Editor—No mistake made removing West’s name from Science Building

Aaron Loudenslager
February 1, 2022
West Hall NMU

Letter to the Editor—Luther West is not blameless

Aaron Loudenslager
December 3, 2021

Student credit union should replace campus Wells Fargo

Aaron Loudenslager
April 26, 2012

Obama must push for new Buffett Rule in next election

Aaron Loudenslager
April 19, 2012

Humans have no free will because of physics

Aaron Loudenslager
April 12, 2012

More lawyers are needed for poor

Aaron Loudenslager
April 5, 2012

Without a spanking ban, children face future risks

Aaron Loudenslager
March 29, 2012

U.S. needs to implement single-payer health care

Aaron Loudenslager
March 22, 2012

Wall Street speculators cause high price of fuel

Aaron Loudenslager
March 15, 2012

Socialism must fix the flaws of modern capitalism

Aaron Loudenslager
March 1, 2012

Presidential candidate visits Marquette

Aaron Loudenslager
March 1, 2012

Freedom of information celebrated

Aaron Loudenslager
March 1, 2012

Newt Gingrich threatens federal courts with arrests

Aaron Loudenslager
February 23, 2012

Tap water beats bottled water in numerous tests

Aaron Loudenslager
February 16, 2012

Poker skills overcome luck in the long run

Aaron Loudenslager
February 9, 2012

U.S. college education needs to be tuition-free

Aaron Loudenslager
February 2, 2012

Money must be taken out of corrupt elections

Aaron Loudenslager
January 26, 2012

Obama must support marriage equality

Aaron Loudenslager
January 19, 2012

Habeus Cop-out? New bill erodes constitutional rights

Aaron Loudenslager
December 8, 2011

Perfect Packers will win it all

Aaron Loudenslager
December 1, 2011

Conundrum in Afghanistan

Aaron Loudenslager
November 10, 2011

Obama returns to progressive roots

Aaron Loudenslager
September 22, 2011

NFL lockout hurts unions

Aaron Loudenslager
June 6, 2011

Radical changes are needed to save society

Aaron Loudenslager
April 14, 2011

Wells Fargo deal unfair to students

Aaron Loudenslager
April 7, 2011

Republicans stand in way of progress

Aaron Loudenslager
March 24, 2011

Something is rotten in the state of Wisconsin

Aaron Loudenslager
March 10, 2011

Progressive, libertarian alliance great for USA

Aaron Loudenslager
February 17, 2011

Obama needs to act in the interest of peace

Aaron Loudenslager
February 3, 2011

Rights important when dealing with cops

Aaron Loudenslager
January 20, 2011

Student Court should be active

Aaron Loudenslager
December 2, 2010

Corporations shouldn’t influence politics

Aaron Loudenslager
November 11, 2010

Social programs must be continued

Aaron Loudenslager
October 28, 2010

Palestine should be an independent state

Aaron Loudenslager
October 13, 2010

U.S. should pay for college

Aaron Loudenslager
September 30, 2010

There’s no such thing as a free market

Aaron Loudenslager
September 16, 2010

Wells Fargo isn’t a right fit for Northern

Aaron Loudenslager
September 9, 2010

GOP obstruction an attempt to win votes

Aaron Loudenslager
August 26, 2010

Financial derivatives need to be taxed

Aaron Loudenslager
June 2, 2010

Obama serving corporate needs

Aaron Loudenslager
April 15, 2010

U.S. should be harder on Israel

Aaron Loudenslager
April 1, 2010

Obama failing to be an instrument of change

Aaron Loudenslager
March 18, 2010

Nader’s voice deserves to be heard

Aaron Loudenslager
October 22, 2008
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