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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
Campus Cinema hosts Barbenheimer double feature
Campus Cinema hosts ‘Barbenheimer’ double feature
December 3, 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

The North Wind

The North Wind
All content by Alex Skinner
The NMU Women’s Lacrosse team poses with its four seniors during its Senior Day festivities last weekend. Photo courtesy of NMU athletics

Youthful laxers survive and eye the playoffs

Alex Skinner
April 25, 2019
Freshman attack/midfielder Emily Renfrew looks to make a play near the Concordia University goal. Photo courtesy of NMU athletics

Laxers stumble in GLIAC

Alex Skinner
April 18, 2019
Reducing stigma around anxiety

Reducing stigma around anxiety

Alex Skinner
April 11, 2019
Demonstrating her natural ferocity, junior attacker Angelica Bogden knives through Davenport defenders in pursuit of lighting up the back of the net with relentless authority. Photo courtesy of NMU athletics

Women’s lacrosse picks up first road victory

Alex Skinner
March 28, 2019
Junior midfielder Graison Ringlever leaves Lindenwood Lion players in the dust in pursuit of the attack. Photo courtesy of NMU athletics

Laxers showing tough grit

Alex Skinner
March 13, 2019

Women’s laxers open the season with win

Alex Skinner
February 28, 2019

Young laxers set to kick off upcoming season

Alex Skinner
February 21, 2019
NFL outcome shows need for new rules

NFL outcome shows need for new rules

Alex Skinner
February 6, 2019

Icers playing to raise concussion awareness

Alex Skinner
January 30, 2019
Biggest takeaways of the 2018 fall sports season

Biggest takeaways of the 2018 fall sports season

Alex Skinner
December 6, 2018
Patience is key through the process of rebuilding

Patience is key through the process of rebuilding

Alex Skinner
November 29, 2018
NMU senior goaltender Atte Tolvanen shuts down an Irish breakaway Tuesday against Notre Dame. Photo courtesy of NMU Athletics

Wildcats split with Lakers

Alex Skinner
November 29, 2018
Senior Wildcat defenseman Tony Bretzman sends the puck up the ice past two Cornell forwards. Photo by Jacob Darner

Wildcats drop non-conference home matchups

Alex Skinner
November 15, 2018
’Cats are back in action

’Cats are back in action

Alex Skinner
November 8, 2018
Members of the NMU Men’s Hockey team celebrate a goal from earlier in the season. Photo courtesy of NMU Athletics

Hockey set to return home against Cornell

Alex Skinner
November 8, 2018
Photo by Neil Flavin

Hockey settles for weekend split

Alex Skinner
November 1, 2018
Fans need to hold coaches accountable

Fans need to hold coaches accountable

Alex Skinner
November 1, 2018
Photo courtesy of NMU Athletics Junior defenseman Philip Beaulieu celebrates with teammates after scoring a goal last season.

Wildcat ice hockey to begin home season

Alex Skinner
October 26, 2018
Northern Michigan University Men’s Hockey returned to the campus of Michigan State University for the first time since the disbandment of the CCHA conference.

Hockey opens season with historic return to MSU

Alex Skinner
October 18, 2018
The 2018-19 Wildcat Hockey team photo showcases the team’s new road uniform. Photo courtesy of NMU Athletics

Wildcat hockey set to drop puck

Alex Skinner
October 11, 2018
Photo courtesy of NMU athletics

Wildcat of the week

Alex Skinner
September 13, 2018
Women’s soccer tumbles at home

Women’s soccer tumbles at home

Alex Skinner
September 6, 2018
Photo courtesy of NMU athletics

Wildcat of the week

Alex Skinner
September 6, 2018
Senior forward/midfielder Aimee Colla looks to pass the ball ahead to a teammate in a previous game last season against Ashland. Photo by: Neil Flavin

Wildcats working out kinks

Alex Skinner
June 8, 2018
Senior outside hitter Autumn Monsma spikes the ball while her opponents set up a block during last season. Photo by: Neil Flavin

Championship hopes alive

Alex Skinner
June 8, 2018
Senior running back Jake Mayon meets an Angelo State University defender in the open field in a matchup against the Rams last season. Mayon led the team in rushing yards, finishing with 1,377 yards from scrimmage. Photo from North Wind archives

Young `Cats ready to fight in the GLIAC

Alex Skinner
June 8, 2018
Junior midfielder Nick Metcalfe receives a pass while his teammates, senior defenseman Kevin Hoof (right) and junior goalkeeper Filippo Torelli (left) look on. Photo by: Lindsey Eaton

Men’s soccer prepares to enter third season

Alex Skinner
June 8, 2018
Marquette offers a unique student life

Marquette offers a unique student life

Alex Skinner
June 8, 2018
Marquette Junior Hockey affiliates with NMU

Marquette Junior Hockey affiliates with NMU

Alex Skinner
April 19, 2018
Nimrods and Flivvers and Redmen, oh my

Nimrods and Flivvers and Redmen, oh my

Alex Skinner
April 19, 2018
Golfers swing into spring, grip it and rip it

Golfers swing into spring, grip it and rip it

Alex Skinner
April 12, 2018
Daniel Saubert, senior computer science major selects music for radio show. Photo by Noah Hausmann

Radio X

Alex Skinner
April 5, 2018
A brief history of Wildcat Willy can be found along the perimeter track inside the Superior Dome. This edition of Willy was worn in the 1990s and is one of many iterations worn in Wildcat Willy history.

Wildcat Willy: the hero we deserve

Alex Skinner
March 29, 2018
Don’t underestimate the full album experience

Don’t underestimate the full album experience

Alex Skinner
March 29, 2018
Traversing success through disappointment

Traversing success through disappointment

Alex Skinner
March 23, 2018
Women’s Basketball sports brief

Women’s Basketball sports brief

Alex Skinner
March 22, 2018
Too many turnovers, too late

Too many turnovers, too late

Alex Skinner
March 22, 2018
Freshman laxers shine in Detroit

Freshman laxers shine in Detroit

Alex Skinner
March 1, 2018
Tough start, runners persevere

Tough start, runners persevere

Alex Skinner
March 1, 2018
Wildcats leave bye-week focused on Tech

Wildcats leave bye-week focused on Tech

Alex Skinner
February 22, 2018

NMU swimming celebrates their seniors

Alex Skinner
January 25, 2018
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