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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
Poverty Simulation helps students work with diverse groups
Poverty Simulation helps students work with diverse groups
October 1, 2024
The Nursing Program celebrates their 125th anniversary showcasing photos of past nurses on their welcome banner
School of Nursing hosts alumni event for past, current nursing students
September 30, 2024
ADVENTURE- Four members of the club are suited up in climbing gear, ready to explore the local copper mines. Photo courtesy of Aura Wahl-Piotrowski
Keweenaw field trip gives students new geology experiences
September 19, 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
HOMECOMING BEANIES — Sitting immortalized in a glass case in the Beaumier U.P Heritage Center, these beanies held a fun tradition and should be set free and make a return.
Opinion — Bring back the Beanies
September 20, 2024
How does current Willy compare with the five previous iterations? Take a look and find out for yourself.
Opinion — My Favorite Willy
September 20, 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
GETTING READY — On Oct. 5, Michigander, supporting act Abby Holliday and opener Jasno will perform at the Northern Center for the Great Lakes Groove. (Photo courtesy of Thomas Chicka.)
NoMAD to host Great Lakes Groove concert this fall
September 26, 2024
BUILDING COMMUNITY — Students attend the second annual Upper Peninsula Day of Theatre to answer trivia questions and gain more knowledge about theatre during various workshops.
Musical fraternity builds connections at Upper Peninsula Day of Theatre workshop
September 25, 2024
PAINTING A PICTURE — Melissa Febos gives background information about passages she read aloud from her book "Girlhood." Between reading, she gave insights about her writing process when she created her art.
Setting yourself free: a talk with Melissa Febos
September 23, 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
From Wildcat to 2024 Olympian: Greco-Roman wrestling celebrates successful weekend
April 26, 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
Dead River Games kick off 125th anniversary Homecoming week with tradition, fun, and school spirit
Dead River Games kick off 125th anniversary Homecoming week with tradition, fun, and school spirit
September 17, 2024
Pizza Cat Vol. 12
Pizza Cat Vol. 12
September 17, 2024

The North Wind

The North Wind
All content by Emily Pagel

Freshman Seminar required

Emily Pagel
April 24, 2014

ASNMU members sworn in

Emily Pagel
April 17, 2014

What makes someone a Yooper anyway?

Emily Pagel
April 10, 2014

Learning outcomes emphasized in proposal

Emily Pagel
April 3, 2014

Hit-and-run suspect arrested

Emily Pagel
March 27, 2014

ASNMU discusses referendum

Emily Pagel
March 20, 2014

Anti-bullying campaign: NMU Stands Strong

Emily Pagel
March 13, 2014

Preliminary higher ed budget released

Emily Pagel
February 20, 2014

Committee refines president search

Emily Pagel
February 13, 2014

Students sweep MAB awards

Emily Pagel
February 6, 2014

Council establishes general education forum

Emily Pagel
February 6, 2014

‘Cold days’ freeze classes

Emily Pagel
January 30, 2014

Facing Obamacare: informing students

Emily Pagel
January 30, 2014

College internships are essential to your future

Emily Pagel
January 30, 2014

LRC water main break cause for network loss at NMU

Emily Pagel
January 23, 2014

Dining Services employee remembered after death

Emily Pagel
January 16, 2014

December brings multiple hit-and-run incidents in Marquette County

Emily Pagel
January 16, 2014

NMU ranked No. 1 in affordable online degrees

Emily Pagel
December 5, 2013

ASNMU embarks on new projects

Emily Pagel
December 4, 2013

The Campaign raises funds for general scholarships

Emily Pagel
November 21, 2013

Focus groups end for “Fearless Minds”

Emily Pagel
November 21, 2013

CAPS department receives new production lab

Emily Pagel
November 18, 2013

New Jamrich construction continues

Emily Pagel
November 14, 2013

ASNMU spreads word of tobacco-free survey

Emily Pagel
November 7, 2013

NMU sorority volunteers at farm in need during Make A Difference Day

Emily Pagel
October 31, 2013

Staff Column: Preparing for class registration doesn’t have to be stressful

Emily Pagel
October 31, 2013

One Book, One Community author to speak on campus

Emily Pagel
October 24, 2013

Search in progress for new NMU president

Emily Pagel
October 17, 2013

Speakers object to ‘sinners’ on campus

Emily Pagel
October 3, 2013

Man found dead on porch

Emily Pagel
October 3, 2013

ASNMU moves forward with new chairman

Emily Pagel
October 3, 2013

Students help with local harvest

Emily Pagel
September 26, 2013

New student organization focuses on poverty in MQT

Emily Pagel
September 26, 2013

ASNMU chair of assembly resigns

Emily Pagel
September 26, 2013

Fresh products hit the grill at Fieras

Emily Pagel
September 19, 2013

Theatre Grants time for true enjoyment

Emily Pagel
September 12, 2013

ASNMU focuses on NMU beautification over summer

Emily Pagel
August 29, 2013

New Jamrich construction continues

Emily Pagel
June 6, 2013

Tips for moving off campus

Emily Pagel
April 25, 2013

Ice House organizes bachelor auction

Emily Pagel
April 11, 2013

Speaker set to lecture in community and at NMU about effects of genocide

Emily Pagel
April 4, 2013

Northern student nurses holding second annual function for charity

Emily Pagel
March 14, 2013

WinterFest organizers work to overcome inclement weather

Emily Pagel
February 28, 2013
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