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BRAINSTORM - Two students carefully design their sprigs that will be placed on Wildcat Willy’s shirt during the first of several workshops with artist George Rodriguez.
Students work with Artist George Rodriguez in workshops, artist talk
October 10, 2024
WORKING TOGETHER - Members and staff of the NMU music department donated an assortment of baked goods to be sold to help raise funds for the NAfME.
NAfME hosts bake sale to support future music educators
October 10, 2024
NMU WellBeing promotes its Wildcat World Mental Health Day and related events. (Graphic courtesy of NMU Marketing.)
NMU WellBeing to host Wildcat World Mental Health Day
October 6, 2024
TEAMWORK- RA Kaitlyn Straschinske and her teammate, freshman Christine Corner, celebrate after knocking down a "kubb," bringing them one step closer to winning the game of the same name.
Birch West learn about Swedish culture, bond with neighbors at ‘Learn to Play Kubb’ event
October 3, 2024
CLEAN UP - NMU Conservation Crew members Anna Tousley, Korina Benavidez and Taylor Kenyon, along with volunteers, display the loads of trash found on campus at their latest clean-up event.
Conservation Crew hosts campus-wide cleanup
October 3, 2024
For environmentalists like me, studying and using these methods first-hand has provided me with a much deeper understanding of their use.
Opinion — Ecological Restoration or Destruction?
October 10, 2024
Harry, the stray cat that is depicted in this article, happily enjoying the sun.
Opinion- Adopt, don’t shop
October 4, 2024
DICHOTOMY- One news paper relies solely on the web and the other nearly solely on print. Are they dying?
Is the paper being killed off?
October 3, 2024
With the closing of Ralph's Italian Deli I had to get their cudighi sandwich one last time. Why is it so sad to know I'll never have another again?
A Eulogy to Cudighi
October 1, 2024
Opinion — NMU Guide to Partying
September 25, 2024
LOUD AND CLEAR — Student Sami Brown opens for Maddie & Tae at NMU's Homecoming Concert.
Profile — Sami Brown takes the stage
October 10, 2024
REACHING OUT — Students attending a Wildpups event reach to pet Boris for comfort in between classes.
A closer look — The life of an NMU Wildpup
October 7, 2024
Cozy Cram Session - The waiting area of the Writing Center is decked out with lighting and wall decor to create a welcoming environment for students.
Cozy Cram Sessions offered at Writing Center
October 4, 2024
BIG STEPS — A student walks into NMU's WellBeing Center, one of many places a student can utilize in order to make their college transition smoother.
Managing homesickness, loneliness, wellbeing in college
October 3, 2024
SHOCKING STUDIES — Evolutionary psychologist Sarah Hill explains the severity of birth control side effects such as increases in depression and suicide rates.
Students, faculty learn about the body on birth control
October 3, 2024
Men’s soccer ends weekend at home with split
Men’s soccer ends weekend at home with split
October 6, 2024
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Wildcats remain winless heading into homecoming weekend
September 20, 2024
WILDCAT GOAL — The Men's Soccer team celebrates after a goal.
Men’s Soccer starts season off strong
September 17, 2024
NW File Photo
Women’s soccer ends Minnesota weekend in split
September 16, 2024
Track and field holds success in recent meet preparing for GLIAC outdoor championships
April 26, 2024
Pizza Cat — Vol. 15
Pizza Cat — Vol. 15
October 7, 2024
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Plaid takes over campus as community gathers for 12th annual Plaidurday photo
October 7, 2024
Pizza Cat — Vol. 14
Pizza Cat — Vol. 14
September 30, 2024
Golf carts, candy and campus pride shine at 125th Homecoming Parade
Golf carts, candy and campus pride shine at 125th Homecoming Parade
September 24, 2024
Pizza Cat — Vol. 13
Pizza Cat — Vol. 13
September 23, 2024

The North Wind

The North Wind
All content by Cody Boyer

Erickson appointed president: NMU Board of Trustees comes to unanimous vote

Cody Boyer
April 24, 2014

Move-in date approaches for New Jamrich

Cody Boyer
April 24, 2014

Student leadership celebrated

Cody Boyer
April 24, 2014

NMU Elects 15th President

Cody Boyer
April 22, 2014

Last two candidates speak in public forum

Cody Boyer
April 17, 2014

Lopota waives prelim, court date scheduled

Cody Boyer
April 17, 2014

Former ASNMU president arrested

Cody Boyer
April 10, 2014

Presidential finalists discuss NMU future

Cody Boyer
April 10, 2014

ASNMU elects new leadership

Cody Boyer
April 10, 2014

Referendum year coincides with elections

Cody Boyer
April 3, 2014

Public speaking relevant in real world

Cody Boyer
April 3, 2014

Presidental Search finalists visit NMU

Cody Boyer
April 3, 2014

Presidential search narrowed: Four finalists set to give public presentations at NMU

Cody Boyer
March 27, 2014

Service learning program to benefit community experience

Cody Boyer
March 27, 2014

Imager helps talk for new major

Cody Boyer
March 13, 2014

New Jamrich: A peek inside the mystery on campus

Cody Boyer
February 27, 2014

Starbucks plans relocation

Cody Boyer
February 20, 2014

Department enhances course evaluations

Cody Boyer
February 20, 2014

Expansions at NMU key for Master Plan

Cody Boyer
February 13, 2014

Enrollment releases: NMU reports small decline

Cody Boyer
February 13, 2014

Staff Column: Health pros of coffee outweigh faster options

Cody Boyer
January 23, 2014

NMU purchases bank property for Master Plan

Cody Boyer
January 23, 2014

Campus tobacco-free policy passes

Cody Boyer
January 16, 2014

Wall Street debauchery unveiled in Scorsese film

Cody Boyer
January 16, 2014

Tobacco-free survey results in

Cody Boyer
December 5, 2013

Taccd confessions site soon to launch nationally

Cody Boyer
December 5, 2013

Fence addition opens doors to enhances in outdoor research

Cody Boyer
November 21, 2013

Students charged after Brule incident

Cody Boyer
November 21, 2013

Brule Run results in arrests

Cody Boyer
November 14, 2013

Former NMU goalie drafted to Wings

Cody Boyer
November 7, 2013

Open forums bring presidential search to campus

Cody Boyer
November 7, 2013

NMU looks ahead to series downstate

Cody Boyer
November 7, 2013

Lieutenant governor plans visit to NMU

Cody Boyer
October 31, 2013

Wildcats open conference weekend with split series

Cody Boyer
October 31, 2013

USOEC celebrates return of wrestling to Olympic Games

Cody Boyer
October 24, 2013

Paul Truckey: from Broadway to NMU

Cody Boyer
October 17, 2013

Biomass unit will supply electricity on campus

Cody Boyer
October 17, 2013

Paul Truckey: Full Interview

Cody Boyer
October 17, 2013

Former ASNMU president running for state rep

Cody Boyer
October 10, 2013

Staff Column: Demonstrators yell much, say little

Cody Boyer
October 10, 2013

Confession site returns with expectations to go nationwide

Cody Boyer
September 26, 2013

Parking problems persist on campus

Cody Boyer
September 19, 2013

Walt Kyle Mile brings Runners for Charity

Cody Boyer
September 15, 2013

Rule enforces limits on student employees

Cody Boyer
September 12, 2013

Visitor of NMU students drowns in Superior

Cody Boyer
September 12, 2013

Bike Share Program gets Rolling

Cody Boyer
September 5, 2013

Technology provides print media much needed boost

Cody Boyer
August 29, 2013

ASNMU establishes new appointment committee

Cody Boyer
August 29, 2013

New Jamrich construction making headway

Cody Boyer
August 29, 2013

MLB should uphold standards in steroid-use controversies

Cody Boyer
June 6, 2013

Partying shouldn’t define college career

Cody Boyer
June 6, 2013

Reflecting on Wings-Hawks series

Cody Boyer
June 6, 2013

Boyer plans bright future at NMU

Cody Boyer
April 25, 2013

Figure skater to compete in Spain for Team USA

Cody Boyer
April 18, 2013

Search committee announced for coach replacement

Cody Boyer
April 11, 2013

Coreau signs

Cody Boyer
April 4, 2013

Club Cycling team looks forward to summer

Cody Boyer
April 4, 2013

Second Wildcat goes pro after season: Jones seizes opportunity to play in the National Lacrosse League

Cody Boyer
March 28, 2013

NMU goalie earns chance in NHL

Cody Boyer
March 21, 2013

NMU basketball coach’s contract not renewed

Cody Boyer
March 21, 2013

’Cats earn road titles: Three Nordic skiers earn Junior All-American honors while in Fairbanks

Cody Boyer
March 21, 2013

Two wrestlers medal in Junior Open

Cody Boyer
March 21, 2013

NMU loses in first round of playoffs

Cody Boyer
March 14, 2013

Baseball travels south to start season

Cody Boyer
March 14, 2013

Last series on the road ends in split: ’Cats travel to Ohio to win and lose against No. 7 Bowling Green

Cody Boyer
February 28, 2013

Strengthening lines brings MSU split

Cody Boyer
February 21, 2013

Wrestlers head to Cuba for Tourney

Cody Boyer
February 21, 2013

Big loss to Tech follows Bulldog split

Cody Boyer
February 14, 2013

’Cats take third place at GLIAC finals

Cody Boyer
February 14, 2013

Harsh weather merits snow day

Cody Boyer
February 7, 2013

Swimmers look toward GLIAC finals

Cody Boyer
February 7, 2013

Alaska sweeps Wildcats to end streak

Cody Boyer
January 31, 2013

‘Cats grab first season sweep at home

Cody Boyer
January 24, 2013

Wildcats spend break sweeping foes

Cody Boyer
January 17, 2013

‘Cats swipe win, tie over No. 6 Miami

Cody Boyer
January 17, 2013

Wildcats slash Huskies

Cody Boyer
December 6, 2012

Wildcats stumble on road, still ranked

Cody Boyer
November 15, 2012

Spikers roll, face Ashland in GLIACs

Cody Boyer
November 15, 2012

Wildcats fire up for tournament shot

Cody Boyer
November 8, 2012

’Cats respond after tie, drop Wolverines

Cody Boyer
November 8, 2012

Spikers blast Tech, split over weekend

Cody Boyer
November 1, 2012

’Cats drop home opener

Cody Boyer
November 1, 2012

’Cats dominate at home, pick up two wins

Cody Boyer
October 25, 2012

Wildcats drop first game, split series

Cody Boyer
October 25, 2012

NMU returns home in search of wins

Cody Boyer
October 18, 2012

’Cats thrash Badgers in road opener

Cody Boyer
October 18, 2012

Wildcats spike Finlandia, split over weekend

Cody Boyer
October 11, 2012

’Cats skate past Brock, aim at Badgers

Cody Boyer
October 11, 2012

Spikers lose two at home

Cody Boyer
October 4, 2012

NMU spikers roll through GLIAC foes

Cody Boyer
September 20, 2012

’Cats win on the road

Cody Boyer
September 13, 2012

Spikers hit the road, win tournament

Cody Boyer
September 6, 2012

USOEC freestyle wrestlers snag medals

Cody Boyer
April 26, 2012

Wildcats find stride at Al Owens Classic

Cody Boyer
April 26, 2012

Wildcats fall in final match of season

Cody Boyer
April 19, 2012

Track and field races to first-place finish

Cody Boyer
April 12, 2012

Track ’Cats stride near front of the pack

Cody Boyer
April 5, 2012

Lady ’Cats ready for sunshine season

Cody Boyer
March 29, 2012

Track and field breaks four records in first outdoor meet

Cody Boyer
March 22, 2012

NMU has three earn All-American honors

Cody Boyer
March 15, 2012
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