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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
NW File Photo
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 Hannah Fermanich

Pipes pose problems

Hannah Fermanich
December 6, 2012

The North Wind celebrates 40 years of print

Hannah Fermanich
December 6, 2012

Administration examines bookstore options

Hannah Fermanich
November 29, 2012

Snyder visits NMU

Hannah Fermanich
November 29, 2012

Wolves should not be hunted

Hannah Fermanich
November 15, 2012

Magazine recognizes USOEC athlete

Hannah Fermanich
November 15, 2012

Snyder appoints new NMU board members

Hannah Fermanich
November 15, 2012

UAW frustrated with negotiations

Hannah Fermanich
November 8, 2012

Country moves forward with Obama

Hannah Fermanich
November 8, 2012

Pedestrians killed in local motor vehicle accidents

Hannah Fermanich
October 25, 2012

Police investigate operating meth lab

Hannah Fermanich
October 25, 2012

Campus debate offers voter information

Hannah Fermanich
October 25, 2012

Project studies effects of native food

Hannah Fermanich
October 18, 2012

Liberal arts stigma misguided

Hannah Fermanich
October 11, 2012

UAW local 2178 ratifies contract

Hannah Fermanich
October 11, 2012

NMU grads find careers

Hannah Fermanich
October 4, 2012

AAUP labor contract ratified

Hannah Fermanich
September 20, 2012

Local pet stores gear up for competition

Hannah Fermanich
September 13, 2012

No more used games

Hannah Fermanich
September 6, 2012

Gearing up for November election

Hannah Fermanich
September 6, 2012

Continued negotiations for UAW

Hannah Fermanich
September 6, 2012

AAUP-NMU contract making progress

Hannah Fermanich
August 30, 2012

USOEC suspends skating program

Hannah Fermanich
August 30, 2012

Student findings showcased in exhibition

Hannah Fermanich
June 14, 2012

NMU offers veterans scholarship

Hannah Fermanich
June 14, 2012

USA Greco-Roman wrestling will stay at NMU

Hannah Fermanich
June 14, 2012

Checker Bus given contract for NMU

Hannah Fermanich
April 26, 2012

Employers ask for social media login information

Hannah Fermanich
April 19, 2012

UAW unsatisfied with health insurance changes

Hannah Fermanich
April 12, 2012

Snyder helps fund Northern, six other schools

Hannah Fermanich
March 29, 2012

India service project available

Hannah Fermanich
March 29, 2012

Summer registration around the corner

Hannah Fermanich
March 15, 2012

Actor presents documentary

Hannah Fermanich
March 1, 2012

Program shows off technology skills

Hannah Fermanich
February 23, 2012

Education professor gets award

Hannah Fermanich
February 16, 2012

U.P. 200 remains in Marquette

Hannah Fermanich
February 16, 2012

Plagiarizing common occurrence

Hannah Fermanich
February 9, 2012

NMU counseling center widens focus

Hannah Fermanich
February 2, 2012

Active learning workshop held for professors

Hannah Fermanich
January 26, 2012

Scottish dinner held to celebrate poet

Hannah Fermanich
January 19, 2012

Professor retires: After 44 years, Hyslop says farewell to Northern

Hannah Fermanich
December 8, 2011

Negaunee High School students learn new skills from Northern

Hannah Fermanich
December 1, 2011

Four-day work week returns to Northern Michigan University next summer

Hannah Fermanich
November 17, 2011

Active learning classroom finished

Hannah Fermanich
November 10, 2011

Secretary of State gives residents faster options

Hannah Fermanich
November 3, 2011
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