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Narcan training provides emergency response education
September 27, 2023
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
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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
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
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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
CELEBRATION — The Cats celebrate a long-awaited win after starting the season 2-10, performing a 3-0 sweep against Michigan Tech.
W Volleyball: ‘Cats get 3-0 sweep over Michigan Tech
September 27, 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
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 Jesse Wiederhold
UPHS Testing

Marquette offers new COVID-19 testing spots, old hospital used again

Jesse Wiederhold
November 20, 2020
Pile of books

Opinion—Long essays in college are simply silly

Jesse Wiederhold
November 17, 2020
no dogs allowed

Opinion—Dogs should always be on a leash in public, and kept away from me

Jesse Wiederhold
November 16, 2020
MDHHS closure

MDHHS issues three week pandemic order, NMU moves to online instruction

Jesse Wiederhold
November 16, 2020
Internship Draft Day

Internship Draft Day offers job opportunities and great prizes for students

Jesse Wiederhold
November 10, 2020
Northern Now Permafrost

Monthly presentation series Northern Now welcomes permafrost expert

Jesse Wiederhold
November 10, 2020
NMU closes PEIF

PEIF & Fit Zone close along with campus restaurants after surge of new COVID-19 cases

Jesse Wiederhold
November 4, 2020
election day

Marquette casts votes on election day, positivity seen at polls

Jesse Wiederhold
November 4, 2020
scuba diving

Marquette history center to host online shipwreck and scuba diving presentation exploring Lake Superior’s secrets

Jesse Wiederhold
November 2, 2020
Mental Health

Counseling now offered after-hours through crisis line

Jesse Wiederhold
October 30, 2020
Sam Rush/NW

COVID-19 threshold ranges, expectations for rest of semester

Jesse Wiederhold
October 30, 2020
ELECTION RESULTS – Grab your free ticket to attend ASNMU’s livestream event of the presidential election results. Students will watch the presidential debates, vice presidential debate and then see the numbers. Photo courtesy of Element5 Digital on Unsplash.

ASNMU to host election results livestream event on campus

Jesse Wiederhold
October 27, 2020
Get up and rake some lawns Oct. 24. Students and volunteers will be raking lawns to help out the community and gain valuable community service hours. Photo courtesy of Melanie Kreutz on Unsplash

Volunteers gave back to community for Make a Difference Day

Jesse Wiederhold
October 26, 2020
Flu shot

NMU walk-in clinic highlights need for flu shots on campus

Jesse Wiederhold
October 22, 2020
ballot box

Online voter registration closed, consider in-person voting plan

Jesse Wiederhold
October 22, 2020
NMU Board of Trustees

NMU board of trustees hears concerns, shares budget

Jesse Wiederhold
October 19, 2020
Pumpkin

City releases safe Halloween guidelines for trick-or-treaters

Jesse Wiederhold
October 16, 2020
VOTE—Despite the distance, NMU students still found ways to go out and vote. Some students voted in person and others sent in absentee ballots through the mail.

Sheriff candidates campaign for student votes

Jesse Wiederhold
October 15, 2020
flu shot clinic graphic

Health Center offers safe flu shot clinics to students, staff

Jesse Wiederhold
October 12, 2020
Graphic of voting boxes

Marquette Board of Light and Power election coming this fall

Jesse Wiederhold
October 7, 2020
Come join Social Justice for Us and register to vote this Friday, Oct. 9. Photo courtesy of Autumn Coté.

Social Justice for Us to host voter registration rally Friday

Jesse Wiederhold
October 5, 2020
NMU Police Log

Notable campus crimes from September recapped

Jesse Wiederhold
October 2, 2020
VOTE—Despite the distance, NMU students still found ways to go out and vote. Some students voted in person and others sent in absentee ballots through the mail.

Three city commission seats open up for election

Jesse Wiederhold
September 30, 2020
ASNMU Presidential Debate

ASNMU hosts live stream of 2020 presidential debate

Jesse Wiederhold
September 29, 2020
NMU Homecoming Parade

Homecoming parade Friday takes place in new format

Jesse Wiederhold
September 24, 2020
Graphic of NMU mascot Wildcat Willy holding a sign that says: I voted!

How to vote and why it matters

Jesse Wiederhold
September 22, 2020
Marquette Sheriff App

Marquette sheriff launches app for public safety

Jesse Wiederhold
September 18, 2020
Hands putting on protective gloves

COVID-19 case update on campus, in community

Jesse Wiederhold
September 9, 2020
Two shadows holding hands

Opinion–Never date your ex again

Jesse Wiederhold
September 8, 2020
Jesse Wiederhold/NW MAKING A PITCH-Jakob Lippert, junior studying History and German, represented NMU CFSE during this years Fall Fest.

Fall Fest reaches students in distanced format

Jesse Wiederhold
August 31, 2020
Photo courtesy of Camille Burck. Nicci Hofer (left), Jonathan Buchanan, Ben Kulik, Camille Burck, Ali Ealovega, and Jordan Emerick (right).

Nursing students to sign waiver due to COVID-19

Jesse Wiederhold
August 19, 2020
Jesse Wiederhold/NW

NMU professors make online accommodations

Jesse Wiederhold
August 18, 2020

Marquette County Health Department identifies potential COVID-19 exposure sites at NMU

Jesse Wiederhold
August 16, 2020
Sam Rush/NW

NMU to start semester online due to delayed COVID-19 testing results

Jesse Wiederhold
August 15, 2020
Jesse Wiederhold/NW TESTING SWAB—NMU worker prepares a swab to be sent to the testing center run by Tempus, a medical company located in Chicago. The test will take three to five days and students will receive their testing results via their email.

Passport to Campus event to test student body for COVID-19

Jesse Wiederhold
August 15, 2020
Picture of State of Michigan Emblem

Gov. Whitmer signs executive order restricting gatherings to slow spread of COVID-19 in Michigan

Jesse Wiederhold
August 13, 2020
Photo courtesy of Marissa Lindstrom TRANSITIONING TRADITIONS—While in Guatemala Lindstrom observed many traditions of Guatemalan culture. Though her time was cut short she can’t wait to return when it is safe.

NMU alumni Peace Corps volunteers sent home

Jesse Wiederhold
April 15, 2020
AN ODE TO TONI—Carter Wilson, political science department head, reads a personal piece in memory of Toni Morrison at the open mic night Tuesday, Nov. 19. Jesse Wiederhold/NW

Open mic night memorializes Toni Morrison

Jesse Wiederhold
November 21, 2019
ONE, TWO, THREE—The Jazz Band prepares for its second concert of the semester with director Mark Flaherty. Photo courtesy of NMU Communications and Marketing

Jazz Band offers musical selections for all at upcoming concert

Jesse Wiederhold
November 14, 2019
Vaping is not cool or safe

Vaping is not cool or safe

Jesse Wiederhold
October 3, 2019
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