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BUILT FOR TOMORROW — Jacobetti Complex renovated to include new spaces and new technology. A rededication ceremony was hosted Friday, Sept. 15 celebrating the complexs renovation.
Jacobetti Complex receives modern makeover
September 22, 2023
Joleigh Martinez/NW
Join President Tessman for Fun Run
September 20, 2023
Joleigh Martinez/NW
LGBTQ2S+ People of Faith Coffee Hour creates conversation and community
September 18, 2023
STARTING THINGS OFF — The Pick One promotion aims to help students transition to campus life, and increases involvement on campus at the same time. Students have until Monday, Oct. 9, to earn points for the promotion. Photo courtesy of Center for Student Enrichment
“Pick One” encourages campus engagement
September 15, 2023
UPDATE - There is now a new COVID-19 booster vaccine to be offered.
COVID-19 protocol update: new vaccine to be offered
September 14, 2023
COOKING — Having an oven is an easy way to make and prepare meals of almost any kind. If you live in the dorms, using the shared kitchen may be awkward, but it can lead to friendly interactions with your neighbors.
Editorial — Learning to cook for yourself
September 26, 2023
RELAX — Sometimes taking a minute by the lake can help clear your mind. When you have classes you dislike, its important to try and stay as positive as possible.
Opinion — What to do when you hate your classes
September 21, 2023
TALKING IT OUT — Politics are probably one of the trickiest topics out there. Remembering to keep your cool is the easiest way to prevent things from getting heated. Joleigh Martinez/NW
Editorial — Staying friendly when discussing politics
September 21, 2023
QUALITY TIME — Simon and Chili go squirrel watching together at their spots on the windowsill.
Opinion — It’s okay to ‘replace’ a pet
September 19, 2023
FREE TRANSPORTATION — The bike I now use to get campus, as parking has become too unreasonable for me. Biking is just one of many ways you can get around without having to cough up the change for gas money.
Opinion — Alternative means of getting around
September 18, 2023
SLIDING INTO THE GAMES — Students dove in headfirst at this years Dead River Games.
Dive into the Dead River Games
September 21, 2023
Joleigh Martinez/NW
Join President Tessman for Fun Run
September 20, 2023
ALWAYS CLIMBING — Slugs Bluff became the first climber-owned rock-climbing area last year and this years first Slug Fest is a celebration of that milestone. The festival will include programs for climbers as well as community volunteer projects to continue the legacy of stewardship of Slugs Bluff. Photo courtesy of John Miller.
Climbers gear up to scale Slug’s Bluff
September 20, 2023
SOMETHING IS COOKING — The Hospitality Club hosted a cooking demo with Chef Alex Palzewicz, showing students how to use simple ingredients for simple recipes.
Ideas cooking in the NMU hospitality kitchen
September 19, 2023
CLOSER BONDS — Students gather to eat ice cream at one of the clubs first socials of the semester. Photo courtesy of Dana Hinckley
Diversity in Disability hosts inclusive ice cream social
September 18, 2023
TRADITION — Established in 1979, the Moosemen hold the distinction of being NMUs oldest campus club.
Moosemen rugby embracing tradition with new season underway
September 22, 2023
LONE GOAL — The Cats took a 1-0 win against the Panthers but were unable to find the back of the net against the Cardinals, taking a weekend split before the long road trip coming up.
M Soccer: NMU takes weekend split, long road trip ahead
September 22, 2023
INJURED — Graduate quarter back Mariano Valenti went down with an injury last week leading to promotion of junior QB Jake Bilitz for his first collegiate start. NMU dropped the home match up 3-34 and will look for a win against Quincy this weekend.
NMU Football: ‘Cats looking for first win against Quincy
September 22, 2023
HISTORY — Cats look to continue to dominate the national polls after hitting No.13 in the country for the first time in program history. NMU will be on the road this weekend against Ferris St and Saginaw Valley.
W Soccer: No. 13 NMU looks to continue dominance on the road
September 22, 2023
ALWAYS CLIMBING — Slugs Bluff became the first climber-owned rock-climbing area last year and this years first Slug Fest is a celebration of that milestone. The festival will include programs for climbers as well as community volunteer projects to continue the legacy of stewardship of Slugs Bluff. Photo courtesy of John Miller.
Climbers gear up to scale Slug’s Bluff
September 20, 2023
Engines roar and spirits soar at NMU Homecoming parade
Engines roar and spirits soar at NMU Homecoming parade
September 16, 2023
InterVarsity Christian Fellowship hosts ultimate cantaloupe
InterVarsity Christian Fellowship hosts ultimate cantaloupe
September 3, 2023
The Story of Jake Witt
July 14, 2023
Divest NMU Climate Change Protest- April 20, 2023
July 14, 2023
NMU Student Gun Violence Protest – April 13, 2023
July 14, 2023

The North Wind

The North Wind
All content by Jamie Glenn
A look at upcoming summer blockbusters

A look at upcoming summer blockbusters

Jamie Glenn
April 26, 2018
Senior English major Ezra Brooks-Planck recites his creative verse on Tuesday at Poetry Night at DIGS Gastropub, a monthly open-mic event that invites people to share their poetry with the community.

Community delights in DIGS poetry night

Jamie Glenn
April 26, 2018
MP will undergo renovations

MP will undergo renovations

Jamie Glenn
April 26, 2018
During his time at Northern, senior environmental studies and sociology major Nathan Frischkorn has been an activist on campus and in the Marquette community, rallying people and increasing awareness about environmental and minority issues. Photo courtesy of Marlee Gunsell

‘If not me, then who?’

Jamie Glenn
April 19, 2018
Streaming endangers music

Streaming endangers music

Jamie Glenn
April 19, 2018
PUP

PUP brings gut-wrenching indie-punk to Marquette

Jamie Glenn
April 12, 2018
Fifth Harmony’s Camila Cabello goes solo

Fifth Harmony’s Camila Cabello goes solo

Jamie Glenn
April 12, 2018
Citizenship minor introduced

Citizenship minor introduced

Jamie Glenn
April 12, 2018
Courtesy of March For Science

March for Science to return to MQT

Jamie Glenn
April 12, 2018
Green

Bidding farewell: English prof Tim Green reflects on time at NMU as his last semester comes to a close

Jamie Glenn
April 5, 2018
Autism panel approaches

Autism panel approaches

Jamie Glenn
April 5, 2018
MQT. moutain bike team traverses the 906 

MQT. moutain bike team traverses the 906 

Jamie Glenn
March 29, 2018
Due to renovations, the bookstore is cleared out and relocated to the Peter White Lounge in the University Center and West Hall. Clothing and merchandise is in the Peter White Lounge and textbooks are in West Hall. Photo by: Emma Case

UC prepares for facelift

Jamie Glenn
March 29, 2018
Photo courtesy of Crane Wives

Crane Wives Preview

Jamie Glenn
March 27, 2018
Daniel Olson smiles, wearing his Ishpeming Hematites quarterback jersey. Olson’s tragic death in 2012 has since inspired a movement to raise awareness about depression and suicide prevention. Photo courtesy of the Olson family.

Tackling stigma

Jamie Glenn
March 22, 2018
“Nobody’s Son” discussed

“Nobody’s Son” discussed

Jamie Glenn
March 15, 2018
St. Paddy’s Day Safety

St. Paddy’s Day Safety

Jamie Glenn
March 15, 2018
Netflix series ‘Flint Town’ follows Flint Police Department

Netflix series ‘Flint Town’ follows Flint Police Department

Jamie Glenn
March 11, 2018
Students knit and crochet hats, scarves and mittens for community members who are less fortunate. The next event will be held Monday, April. 16 at 3:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. in the University Center’s Back Room (1213). Photo by: Kat Torreano

Students knit hats for womens’ shelter

Jamie Glenn
March 1, 2018
Pop star J.T. a ‘Man of the Woods’? Right...

Pop star J.T. a ‘Man of the Woods’? Right…

Jamie Glenn
February 22, 2018
‘Climate at Noon’ to discuss wind farm, alternative energies

‘Climate at Noon’ to discuss wind farm, alternative energies

Jamie Glenn
February 15, 2018
HBO’s ‘Last Week Tonight’ writer to speak at NMU

HBO’s ‘Last Week Tonight’ writer to speak at NMU

Jamie Glenn
February 15, 2018
Have you had your Phil today?

Have you had your Phil today?

Jamie Glenn
February 8, 2018

A window into two years of diversity efforts, part two of a three-part series: Diversity Student Alliance back on campus

Jamie Glenn
January 25, 2018
‘Last Jedi’ is good but far, far from perfect

‘Last Jedi’ is good but far, far from perfect

Jamie Glenn
January 18, 2018
The Nordic Ski team participates in a tournament last season.

Nordic Ski team gets ready to kick off season 

Jamie Glenn
December 7, 2017
‘Reputation’ album deserves a Swift pass

‘Reputation’ album deserves a Swift pass

Jamie Glenn
December 7, 2017
Photo by Neil Flavin: The International Dance Club circles up for a round dance on Tuesday evening at the Dance Zone in Marquette.

Finding community in international dance

Jamie Glenn
November 30, 2017
Photo by Lindsey Eaton: Members of the NMU Native American Student Association and community gather to show support of Native culture during Indigenous People’s Day on campus Oct. 9. Professor Martin Reinhardt holds the eagle staff.

On Tap: Science and American Indian Education

Jamie Glenn
November 9, 2017
‘Stranger Things’ season 2 heats up the action

‘Stranger Things’ season 2 heats up the action

Jamie Glenn
November 2, 2017
Dance will be a hop into history

Dance will be a hop into history

Jamie Glenn
November 2, 2017
Raveyard returns with hype, new sounds for Halloween

Raveyard returns with hype, new sounds for Halloween

Jamie Glenn
October 26, 2017
Photo by Neil Flavin: Local heavy metal group Now Society Fails jams on stage at the “Rock the FRT” battle of the bands concert Saturday night in the Forest Roberts Theatre, beating out five other music groups for the $300 grand prize.

Heavy metal thunders: Now Society Fails wins ‘Rock the FRT’

Jamie Glenn
October 19, 2017
Photo by Lindsey Eaton: Members of the Marquette Aquamen Underwater Hockey and Rugby Team dip and dive for the hockey puck at their practice match Tuesday night in the Marquette Senior High School pool.

Club dives deep for the goal

Jamie Glenn
October 12, 2017
Photo by Kat Torreano: Classical and folk musicians Evan Premo and his sister Laurel Premo jam at Reynold’s Recital Hall on Friday, Sept. 29 as audience members have fortunate seats near the performers on stage.

‘Beethoven and Banjos’: Classical meets folk in performance inspired by nature

Jamie Glenn
October 5, 2017
Rabbit Island exhibit displays Superior art

Rabbit Island exhibit displays Superior art

Jamie Glenn
September 28, 2017
Neil Flavin

Pridefest2017

Jamie Glenn
September 21, 2017
‘It’ film clowns around with fear

‘It’ film clowns around with fear

Jamie Glenn
September 14, 2017
Ore Dock to feature folk tunes from near and far

Ore Dock to feature folk tunes from near and far

Jamie Glenn
September 7, 2017
Christopher Nolan’s ‘Dunkirk’ captures history, Zimmer’s music scores big

Christopher Nolan’s ‘Dunkirk’ captures history, Zimmer’s music scores big

Jamie Glenn
August 31, 2017
Bright days, brighter futures

Bright days, brighter futures

Jamie Glenn
June 8, 2017

Stars hit the dance floor for hospice charity

Jamie Glenn
April 27, 2017

Local musicians set to rock the Forest Roberts Theatre

Jamie Glenn
April 20, 2017
906 apparel comes to Marquette

906 apparel comes to Marquette

Jamie Glenn
April 6, 2017
Waterparks dares to step out of punk genre

Waterparks dares to step out of punk genre

Jamie Glenn
March 30, 2017

Searching for a Northern star

Jamie Glenn
March 23, 2017
Sheeran revives originality with ‘Divide’

Sheeran revives originality with ‘Divide’

Jamie Glenn
March 16, 2017

Pow Wow returns to NMU

Jamie Glenn
March 2, 2017
Tasting the way to new MP foods

Tasting the way to new MP foods

Jamie Glenn
February 16, 2017
Crime thriller leaves viewers puzzled

Crime thriller leaves viewers puzzled

Jamie Glenn
February 16, 2017

Something sweet coming to Marquette

Jamie Glenn
February 9, 2017
Drag show comes to NMU

Drag show comes to NMU

Jamie Glenn
February 2, 2017

Gilmore Girls reboot lacks original spark

Jamie Glenn
January 26, 2017

‘Rogue One’ retains original feel

Jamie Glenn
January 19, 2017

Sci-fi peculiarities strike in Spielberg-esque series

Jamie Glenn
November 30, 2016

Finding humor in the current election cycle

Jamie Glenn
November 9, 2016

Parody meets politics in ‘Champagne Campaign’

Jamie Glenn
November 2, 2016

‘Revolution Radio’ rejuvenates Green Day

Jamie Glenn
October 26, 2016

New Western is far from magnificent

Jamie Glenn
October 12, 2016

‘Camp X-Ray’ lets you see through the fence

Jamie Glenn
September 28, 2016

Rob Reiner takes a more emotional approach

Jamie Glenn
September 21, 2016

Heart warming and humorous

Jamie Glenn
September 14, 2016
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