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LEAVE NO TRACE — Heather Vivian from Respect Marquette County educates on the impacts of outdoor recreation as part of the organizations mission of protecting natural resources.
Leave No Trace 101 workshop promotes protecting natural resources
December 1, 2023
LOCAL HOUSING — The city of Marquette has faced several challenges regarding affordability in the area.
Marquette city manager addresses affordable housing in the city
December 1, 2023
SHINE PROJECTS — Students gather to strategize and connect with NMU sustainability and all that plays a role in it. Photo courtesy of Jes Thompson
SHINE program provides sustainability progress, opportunities
December 1, 2023
UPGRADE — Harden Hall is set to undergo a two-year renovation that will include a complete redesign of the Lydia M. Olson Library and will add a partial fourth floor. This addition will provide space for the academic offices and classrooms that are currently housed in Gries Hall, such as economics and political science. Rendering courtesy of NMU Facilities.
Harden Hall to receive two-year renovation
December 1, 2023
Campus-wide mental health survey returns to gather new data
Campus-wide mental health survey returns to gather new data
November 17, 2023
NOT A SOUND — A study area in Jamrich, almost devoid of people. Before covid, the halls would be packed with people socializing.
Opinion — The importance of socializing and discussion
December 1, 2023
LAYER UP — A fuzzy hat and large jacket, two essential parts of staying warm in the winter. Adding a few extra layers is highly encouraged, especially when temperatures start to drop into the negatives.
Editorial — Proper protection against cold weather
November 30, 2023
VERY, VERY COLD — A sheet of ice enveloping the land. The Upper Peninsula gets quite cold during the winter, and not enough people understand that.
Opinion — If you dislike winter, why go to Northern?
November 16, 2023
LIFE OF WORK — Me sitting at my desk, preparing for another shift of directing news. Other than the occasional complaint of having to leave for work, I welcome the idea of working for the rest of my life.
Opinion — Preparing to work for the rest of your life
November 14, 2023
TOO MANY HOLIDAYS — Christmas and Thanksgiving, two of the biggest holidays of the year, are only one month apart. With all the travel, scheduling and extra baggage attached, this often makes more stress than holiday cheer.
Opinion — The holidays are too stuffed
November 10, 2023
TALENTED STYLING — With steady hands, a student focuses as she works on an intricate hairstyle.
Students learn in immersive cosmetology experience
November 30, 2023
PINK EXPLOSION — With the help of the Special Events Committee, Campus Cinema is showing the double feature Barbenheimer with a pink runway experience. Photo courtesy of Izabella Filippelli.
From science to fashion: Barbenheimer comes to NMU
November 30, 2023
RIPPLES — From warm clothing to financial support for students, NMU Ripple Effect helps students overcome obstacles they may not be able to solve by themselves. Joleigh Martinez/NW
Ripple Effect: Providing winter clothing, support for NMU students
November 30, 2023
Joleigh Martinez/NW
On vs. off-campus jobs for NMU students
November 16, 2023
TANGERINE — Noah Richardson is an upcoming indie pop artist from Philadelphia. Photo courtesy of Elina Zhang.
From local energy to indie pop: NAE presents Iridescence, Noah Richardson
November 14, 2023
CHAMPIONSHIP MIND — Wildcats dive into the Calvin College Invite this weekend looking for NCAA consideration.
Wildcats Swim & Dive into Calvin College Invite pursuing NCAA consideration, championship qualifications
December 1, 2023
WILDCAT GOAL — Goaltender Benni Halasz watches from his post as the team celebrates a goal. Halasz was named CCHA Goaltender of the week after the Cats swept Augustana at home last weekend.
M Hockey: Halasz earns Goaltender of the Week after weekend split against Falcons
December 1, 2023
COMPETE — The Cats end the regular season ranked five in the GLIAC.
Women’s Volleyball finishes GLIAC tournament season in Quarterfinals against MTU
November 17, 2023
HOME SPLIT — The Northern Michigan womens ice hockey team celebrates win against rival Bulldogs.
Women’s Hockey splits weekend against rival Adrian College
November 17, 2023
GAME WINNER — Josh Zinger with the game-winning goal on Saturday night to take the weekend sweep.
Men’s Hockey celebrates first weekend sweep of season against CCHA opponent LSSU
November 17, 2023
Noah Richardson, Iridescence rock the Northern Center at NAE concert
Noah Richardson, Iridescence rock the Northern Center at NAE concert
December 1, 2023
Students can peruse and purchase plants propagated by teaching staff at the campus greenhouse. The sale runs through this week.
Campus greenhouse hosts plant sale at library
November 14, 2023
Jamming the night away with NoMAD
Jamming the night away with NoMAD
October 29, 2023
Yellow and Green as far as one can see
Yellow and Green as far as one can see
October 26, 2023
Students update their closets sustainably at EcoReps clothing swap
Students update their closets sustainably at EcoReps clothing swap
October 13, 2023

The North Wind

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All content by Jeff Maki
Two refurbished semi trucks are parked outside the Jacobetti Complex, where the new truck driving program will be held in the fall of 2018. Photo by Kat Torreano

NMU unveils semi trucks for program

Jeff Maki
June 8, 2018
Benri Sushi in the Masonic Building offers spicy crab rolls, which are imitation crab tossed in spicy garlic mayo and Sriracha, fire roasted red pepper, cucumber, and scallion with Japanese yum-yum sauce and toasted sesame. Photo by: Jeff Maki

Benri Sushi is ‘the place to go’ for quality

Jeff Maki
April 19, 2018
Phoenix the peregrine falcon spreads its wings before the audience at the “Birds of Prey” event, hosted by the NMU Fisheries and Wildlife Association at 2 p.m. on Friday, April 6 in Jamrich. Photo by Emma Case

Birds of Prey

Jeff Maki
April 12, 2018
Live raptors to be presented on campus

Live raptors to be presented on campus

Jeff Maki
April 3, 2018
‘Monster Hunter: World’ offers tough boss battles

‘Monster Hunter: World’ offers tough boss battles

Jeff Maki
March 15, 2018
Community member Sam Bradbury decorates cookies as part of the Best Buddy program to build friendships between students and people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, to increase awareness about issues that affect them and to foster understanding among people. Photo courtesy of NMU Best Buddies

Best Buddies builds lasting friendships

Jeff Maki
March 15, 2018
NMU provides jobs in MQT

NMU provides jobs in MQT

Jeff Maki
February 22, 2018
This year’s DCRP pick is available to students and staff for free outside the Multicultural Education and Resource Center. Photo by: Chloe Anderson

‘Nobody’s Son’ available at MERC

Jeff Maki
February 1, 2018
Identifying human trafficking in the Upper Peninsula

Identifying human trafficking in the Upper Peninsula

Jeff Maki
February 1, 2018
‘Sonic’ spins nostalgically out of control

‘Sonic’ spins nostalgically out of control

Jeff Maki
September 14, 2017
‘Persona 5’: Fighting inner demons, surviving high school

‘Persona 5’: Fighting inner demons, surviving high school

Jeff Maki
June 8, 2017

Northern Vegans educate on plant-based lifestyle

Jeff Maki
April 13, 2017
Fair educates NMU campus on gender identity

Fair educates NMU campus on gender identity

Jeff Maki
March 30, 2017

Sexual assualt lecture

Jeff Maki
February 9, 2017

Get your fix on the fringe

Jeff Maki
January 19, 2017

‘Genso Rondo’ fascinating, but unfulfilling

Jeff Maki
November 9, 2016
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