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OFFICIAL SIGNING — President Brock Tessman formally signs the Okanagan Charter on April 26. The charter is a commitment by NMU to support and implement holistic health programs and initiatives for students, staff and faculty.
Tessman signs Okanagan Charter, committing to holistic health for NMU
April 28, 2023
Graduate Studies and Research office holds Coffee and Chat
Graduate Studies and Research office holds Coffee and Chat
April 27, 2023
NMU administration details plans for campus mental health, wellbeing
NMU administration details plans for campus mental health, wellbeing
April 27, 2023
EARTH FEST — Environmental student organizations collaborated to host Earth Fest during the ninth annual Andertons Earth Week at NMU. Pictured: Jonas Trombetta, Hoop House (left) and Mary Kelly, Gamma Theta Upsilon and Hoop House (right).
GTU celebrates ninth annual Anderton’s Earth Week with Earth Fest
April 26, 2023
THE AMAN PROJECT — The Refugee Outreach Collective Humanitas and NMUs philosophy department is hosting a fundraiser to raise funds for the Aman Project, a humanitarian organization located in Istanbul, Turkey, that supports LGBTQ+ refugees and asylum seekers are in need of assistance. Donation are encouraged but not required to enter the events raffle.
Refugee Outreach Collective Humanitas raises funds for Aman Project
April 26, 2023
HOME AWAY FROM HOME — NMU Senior Rylynn Sladek poses for a photo while on a hike in Marquette. Sladek has chosen to stay in the Upper Peninsula for the past two summers due to the variety of activities, from beach days to farmer’s market hauls, that the community has to offer.
Opinion – Should I stay or should I go?
May 5, 2023
Satire — Please stop making movies about me
Satire — Please stop making movies about me
May 2, 2023
Editorial — Best of The North Wind 22-23
Editorial — Best of The North Wind ’22-’23
April 26, 2023
REFLECTIONS — I am posing at South Haven beach during sunset. With graduation approaching swiftly, I wanted to reflect on my college experience and how it has positively impacted my character and outlook on life.
Opinion — Leaping into the unknown
April 26, 2023
Opinion — Review of NMU Theatre and Dances production of Grease
Opinion — Review of NMU Theatre and Dance’s production of “Grease”
April 25, 2023
HOCKEY FANS — Tessman and his family at a Red Wings hockey game in March. They are still rocking the NMU gear in Detroit.
Brock’s backstory: President Tessman’s journey through running, teaching and finding balance
April 21, 2023
Premier bridal show launches at NMU’s Northern Center
April 21, 2023
THE THEORY OF NOTHING — Up-and-coming hip hop artist, Sophia Gielniak, recently released her album The Theory of Nothing - PHI-3PO on YouTube and Soundcloud delving into nontraditional hip hop that uses academic and philosophical language.
The Theory of Nothing – PHI-3PO: an academic hip-hop album
April 12, 2023
AGAINST ALL ODDS — Joseph Calderon poses next to the land acknowledgment sign, located in the academic mall, that denotes that NMU is on the ancestral homelands of the Anishinaabe Three Fires Confederacy of Ojibway, Odawa, and Potawatomi Indians. Calderon enrolled at NMU in 2021, returning to higher education after failing at other institutions along the West Coast.
Exceeding expectations: Joseph Calderon’s return to higher education
April 12, 2023
GROUP PHOTO - Steve Burns with Platform Personalities. Burns sent a video of himself to the student organization to help promote the event.
Platform Personalities on Steve Burns: Mental health, childhood nostalgia, Marquette winters
April 12, 2023
TEE UP — Eric Yun finished the season with performances that are now in the NMU record book. He will return next year for his senior season.
M Golf: ‘Cats finish season strong, Sprecher ties GLIAC record 137
April 28, 2023
Lacrosse: Wildcats, CSP to face off in first round of GLIAC tournament
Lacrosse: Wildcats, CSP to face off in first round of GLIAC tournament
April 28, 2023
HUNTING — The Cats are second in the GLIAC and will host Davenport and GVSU this weekend to finish the season with a chance at first place. (Photo courtesy of the NMU athletics department)
Lacrosse: ‘Cats win three straight, back home for final two games
April 21, 2023
Battleship H2O - The event only takes place once a semester, but Battleship H2O is a fun and competitive sport for everyone on campus.
All hands on deck: Battleship H2O returns
April 21, 2023
CLIMB - Korfker and DeVries help each other climbing during Midnight Madness.
Midnight Madness at the PEIF
April 14, 2023

The North Wind

The North Wind
All content by Denali Drake
LATE NIGHT—Senior sports science major Kaity Benson studies for final exams in Jamrich, taking advantage of the 24-hour open study lounge. Denali Drake/NW

Tips and tricks on how to face finals week

Denali Drake
December 5, 2019
Cats Coffee Corner: Seriously good Velodrome

‘Cats Coffee Corner: Seriously good Velodrome

Denali Drake
November 21, 2019
IT FITS—In this archived photo from 1998 Miriam Hilton (left) and Jane Huibel, members of American Association of University Women, gather for a meeting. Photo courtesy of the Central Upper Peninsula and NMU Archives

Celebrating intergenerational collegiate women

Denali Drake
November 21, 2019
Womens groups to sponsor mentorship event

Women’s groups to sponsor mentorship event

Denali Drake
November 14, 2019
YOUTH VICTORIES—Andrew Lorinser (left), NMU student—junior, public relations major—wins the second seat to the Marquette City Commission Election held on Nov. 5 as Evan Bonsall, Marquette born and raised, leads the race with 2,440 votes and is one of the youngest elect candidates.

Young power dominates city election results

Denali Drake
November 7, 2019
MONEY TALKS—Author Diedre McCloskey advertises for her newest book, titled, “Why Liberalism Works” before her discussion and Q&A session. Denali Drake/NW

Liberalism Talk

Denali Drake
October 31, 2019
PLAYOFF BOUND—The Moosemen pounded UW-Milwaukee by 61 points on Saturday, Oct. 26. The Moosemen now await their postseason fate, as the team qualified for the playoffs. Denali Drake/NW

Moosemen win big

Denali Drake
October 31, 2019
House passes Great Lakes bill, heads to Senate

House passes Great Lakes bill, heads to Senate

Denali Drake
October 17, 2019
Bashing English majors hurts creativity

Bashing English majors hurts creativity

Denali Drake
October 17, 2019
EMBRACING LOVE— Free Mom Hugs was one of the many organizations with a booth set up during Marquette Comes Out at the Ore Dock on Friday, Oct. 11. Mary McDonough/NW

Marquette gathers in support of LGBTQIA+

Denali Drake
October 17, 2019
MQT comes out for celebrations

MQT comes out for celebrations

Denali Drake
October 10, 2019
NUM NUM, CORN—Children that came to the Harvest Festival with their family feed corn to the miniature animals at a travel petting zone. Denali Drake/NW

Celebrating Harvest Fest

Denali Drake
October 10, 2019
Cats Coffee Corner: Babycakes Muffin Co.

‘Cats Coffee Corner: Babycakes Muffin Co.

Denali Drake
October 10, 2019
Cats Coffee Corner: Dead River Coffee

‘Cats Coffee Corner: Dead River Coffee

Denali Drake
October 3, 2019
KILL ‘EM WITH KINDNESS—To brighten everyone’s day, freshman history major R.J. Coon holds the door at the entrance of the Lodge connected to the Woods for fellow students and faculty. Denali Drake/NW

Spreading smiles one act at a time

Denali Drake
September 25, 2019
Cats Coffee Corner: Cafe Allenatore

‘Cats Coffee Corner: Cafe Allenatore

Denali Drake
September 25, 2019
Weston honors influencers

Weston honors influencers

Denali Drake
September 19, 2019

‘Cats Coffee Corner: Cruisin’ for caffeine

Denali Drake
September 19, 2019

‘Cats Coffee Corner: The comfy, cozy Crib

Denali Drake
September 12, 2019
OLDEN DAYS—Longyear Hall of Pedagogy served NMU from 1907 to 1993, when it was torn down. Photo courtesy of James McCommons

NMU turns 120 years

Denali Drake
September 12, 2019

‘Cats Coffee Corner: Contrast Coffee Co.

Denali Drake
September 5, 2019
LINEOUT— “The Old Boys” go head-to-head against the Michigan Tech Huskies. Photo courtesy of Steve Nemeckay

Brotherhood, tradition and resilience

Denali Drake
September 5, 2019
The Moosemen celebrate their prestigious 40th anniversary reunion this weekend.

Moosemen welcome back former players

Denali Drake
August 29, 2019
A summer resolving conflict in Europe

A summer resolving conflict in Europe

Denali Drake
August 29, 2019
Velodrome’s CBD latte: the blunt truth

Velodrome’s CBD latte: the blunt truth

Denali Drake
April 25, 2019
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