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THANKS HOWARD — Students sign a large Starbucks coffee cup to give their thanks back to Schultz for his donation to the university.
NMU Alumni makes big change on campus through donation
November 20, 2024
THE CLIMB - Students climb the wall at the PEIF for the ORC's Midnight Madness event.
Students soar high at climbing event
November 18, 2024
CLIMATE FINDINGS - Students, staff and community members gather to listen to Stoner and his research findings on climate change.
Dr. Alexander Stoner introduces climate anxiety, illusion of economic growth
November 15, 2024
CULTURE SHOCK - Students gathered in The Science Building for the Culture Shock Film Society’s showing of "Hundreds of Beavers" last Thursday.
Culture Shock Film Society hosts movie showings to broaden students’ worldview
November 15, 2024
A STITCH IN TIME - President of Feminism for All Lindsey Herron shows students how to sew running and overcast stiches.
Feminism for All creates environment for students to learn new skill
November 11, 2024
KNOCK OUT — Jake Paul and Mike Tyson had their show down premier on the popular streaming app Netflix on Nov. 15.
Opinion — Jake Paul and Mike Tyson showdown leaves viewers unimpressed, wanting more
December 4, 2024
A pile of finished books, and a 'to read' pile. A few were inspired from social media, mystery book dates and a desire to take advice from writing experts.
Opinion — The Status of literature in the digital age: are we missing the point?
November 21, 2024
GO OUT AND VOTE — Ishpeming residents head inside the second voting station in their city, on the morning of Nov. 5. Much like I had, peacefully utilizing their rights as Americans.
Opinion — Ruminating on the day I voted
November 19, 2024
The bell pulled from the Edmund Fitzgerald in the Great Lakes Shipwreck Museum at Whitefish Point.
Opinion — The gales of November remember, so do we
November 19, 2024
Opinion — Coolest campus costumes
November 7, 2024
STOP AND LOOK — Students are shown how to weave string through their dreamcatcher.
A day of dreamcatchers
November 22, 2024
ALL SET UP — Clothing is laid out for a sustainable swap as part of the Green Friday event.
EcoReps celebrates sustainability
November 21, 2024
BIG SMILES — Tau Kappa Epsilon poses after their rush event with several potential new members. (Photo courtesy of TKE Instagram.)
Breaking Stereotypes — One fraternity’s journey
November 18, 2024
WITNESS AND ACT — The Refugee Outreach Collective ends their Refugee Voices of Resilience event with a call to action.
Students hear refugees’ powerful stories
November 15, 2024
SMARTER, NOT HARDER — Students learn how AI can be used in academically honest ways. (AI-generated Graphic)
AI ate my homework
November 15, 2024
NW File Photo
Women’s soccer wins GLIAC and heads to NCAA tournament
November 22, 2024
NW File Photo
Womens Basketball season starts with hot streak
November 22, 2024
Hockey ends home weekend in tough losses
Hockey ends home weekend in tough losses
November 15, 2024
Photo Courtesy of NMU Athletics
Women’s basketball opens 2024-25 season with tournament play
November 14, 2024
Volleyball ends weekend in split
Volleyball ends weekend in split
November 14, 2024
Pizza Cat — Vol. 22
Pizza Cat — Vol. 22
December 2, 2024
STOP AND LOOK — Students are shown how to weave string through their dreamcatcher.
A day of dreamcatchers
November 22, 2024
Pizza Cat — Vol. 21
Pizza Cat — Vol. 21
November 18, 2024
Tacky tourist vibes take over Lakeview Arena with themed open skate
Tacky tourist vibes take over Lakeview Arena with themed open skate
November 12, 2024
Pizza Cat — Vol. 20
Pizza Cat — Vol. 20
November 12, 2024

The North Wind

The North Wind
All content by John Becker

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January 17, 2013

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April 20, 2011

Track runner helps lead team to success

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April 20, 2011

Wildcats eliminated in upset defeat

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March 10, 2011

Icers tie, win over Falcons

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February 24, 2011

Testing should be put to the test

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February 24, 2011

Wildcats rout Spartans in series sweep

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February 17, 2011

Wildcat hockey drops big home games

John Becker
February 10, 2011

Hockey drops important away series

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February 3, 2011

Wildcat hockey sweeps Ferris State

John Becker
January 27, 2011

Hockey unlucky against Fightin’ Irish

John Becker
January 13, 2011

Goalie earns awards for performances

John Becker
December 2, 2010

Hockey keeps CCHA record even, splits games

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November 18, 2010

Gamers should only pay once

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November 18, 2010

Wildcat hockey splits games at LSSU

John Becker
November 11, 2010

Hockey sweeps Ohio St. for first wins

John Becker
November 4, 2010

Hockey loses to No. 1 team in nation

John Becker
October 28, 2010

Hockey loses two games, ties Tech

John Becker
October 13, 2010

Rivalry trophy reclaimed by NMU

John Becker
October 13, 2010

Men’s rugby fights for playoff chance

John Becker
October 7, 2010

Wildcat hockey earns exhibition win

John Becker
October 7, 2010

Hockey set to begin with exhibition

John Becker
September 30, 2010

NHL shouldn’t award points to losers

John Becker
September 30, 2010

Undefeated rugby pummels Badgers

John Becker
September 16, 2010

Rugby Moosemen earn two victories

John Becker
September 9, 2010

NMU Sailing Club hosts first ever ‘Try Sailing Day’

John Becker
September 2, 2010

NMU sailing club invites students to try seafaring

John Becker
August 26, 2010

Weightlifters conditioned for victory

John Becker
August 26, 2010

USOEC lifters competing in nationals

John Becker
June 2, 2010

Women’s track and field ends strong

John Becker
June 2, 2010

Volleyball ends season on high note

John Becker
April 22, 2010

Place to camp

John Becker
April 22, 2010

Northern hosts lifting championships

John Becker
April 22, 2010

Volleyball splits in St. Cloud tourney

John Becker
April 15, 2010

Personal efforts bring success to track team

John Becker
April 15, 2010

The Mouse Trap

John Becker
April 8, 2010

Boxers prep for Golden Gloves tourney

John Becker
April 8, 2010

Rights activist gives speech at NMU

John Becker
April 1, 2010

Track team dominates outdoor meet

John Becker
April 1, 2010

Volleyball tourney takes toll on ’Cats

John Becker
April 1, 2010

Volleyball opens ‘10 spring schedule

John Becker
March 25, 2010

Granddaughter of famed French oceanographer to speak at Northern

John Becker
March 25, 2010

Panthers end Wildcat tournament run

John Becker
March 18, 2010

Women Wildcats earn NCAA berth

John Becker
March 11, 2010

Women lose two, still in GLIAC hunt

John Becker
February 25, 2010

Ski team sends six to national meet

John Becker
February 25, 2010
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