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RAIL JAM - Skier flips off of a feature during the finals of last year’s rail jam held in 2022. The Irontown Rail Jam returns Friday, Feb. 3, during the Heikki Lunta Winter Festival in downtown Negaunee.
Second annual Irontown Rail Jam to return during Heikki Lunta Winter Festival
February 3, 2023
Statement regarding “Alpha Kappa Alpha welcomed as new sorority on campus”
February 2, 2023
SPECIAL MEETING — NMUs Board of Trustees met on Thursday morning for an eleven-minute special meeting to discuss the UAW Memorandum Number Four asking for an acceleration in the 2021-2026 contract pay scale. This increase in the pay scale affects roughly 70% of the union members.
Board of Trustees approves UAW pay scale acceleration in special meeting
February 2, 2023
WELCOME TESSMAN - Brock Tessman started his first day as NMUs 17th President on Feb. 1, 2023.
Tessman begins role as NMU President
February 1, 2023
Wildpups bring happiness on campus during first visit of winter semester
Wildpups bring happiness on campus during first visit of winter semester
February 1, 2023
MELODIOUS MEMORIES - This is me on my fourth birthday, proudly holding one of my most iconic gifts. This plastic pink Barbie guitar played a set of preloaded songs, the most memorable of which was What a Girl Wants by Christina Aguilera. I remember singing along to all the songs, citing every word at four. My life is riddled with memories set to song, thanks to my family members sharing their passion for music.
Opinion — Generational mixtapes
February 2, 2023
TRASH OR TREASURE — Customers flip through racks of clothing at the Marquette Goodwill. Not only is thrift shopping an incredibly relaxing experience, but buying items second-hand is great for our environment.
Opinion — Why you should thrift more
February 1, 2023
Divest NMU and the Keweenaw Youth Climate Action Group of MTU protest from their seats at the NMU vs MTU hockey game this Saturday at the Berry Events Center. The club has been advocating for NMU to phase out its investments in the fossil fuel industry and reinvest in sustainable projects since October 2021.
Editorial — NMU must divest from the fossil fuel industry
February 1, 2023
Opinion — Navigating college as a first-gen student
Opinion — Navigating college as a first-gen student
February 1, 2023
FRESH FROM THE OVEN - Cinnamon rolls straight from the oven are a luxury everyone should experience at least once this semester. Even if its not from this recipe that includes sourdough, look up a recipe that fits ingredients in your kitchen and make some this weekend!
Cooking with Kata — Sunday Sourdough Cinnamon Rolls
January 27, 2023
Statement regarding “Alpha Kappa Alpha welcomed as new sorority on campus”
February 2, 2023
CONFERENCE - NMUs PRSSA chapter in Dallas, gaining insight from professionals and building connections with other members over the course of a few days. PRSSA meets at 5:30 p.m. on Wednesdays in Jamrich 3100 and is open to students of all majors.
NMU PRSSA members discuss most rewarding aspects of club
February 2, 2023
REHEARSAL — CO/LAB dancers rehearse onstage for the upcoming annual performance. All shows are being presented at the Forest Roberts Theatre this Thursday, Feb. 2, Friday, Feb. 3 and Saturday Feb. 4.
CO/LAB Co. showcases vibrant student choreography
February 2, 2023
TV-19 — A look inside Marquettes newest TV station. WZMQ TV-19 is Marquette’s newest CBS affiliate news station, one that several graduates and current students work for and has only recently begun broadcasting live.
Profile — A look inside the studio: WZMQ TV-19
January 27, 2023
ICE CLIMBING - Rodriguez enjoys the view during a winter climb. Rodriguez is a PR Major in his last semester at Northern, and is currently president of South Superior Climbing Club.
Profile — Ice and Graduation: Vaughn Rodriguez’s Final Months at Northern
January 27, 2023
LOOKING AHEAD - NMU will be looking to put it all together down the final stretch of the season.
W Basketball: NMU takes a split, Saginaw Valley up next
February 3, 2023
Students had out drinks and snacks to skiers as they complete their route. Different student organizations set up volunteer stations and sometimes stayed until 2 a.m. to catch all the competitors.
Conservation Crew provides provisions at Noque ski race
February 3, 2023
GET BACK - The Cats are looking to get back to winning this week after dropping two close games. NMU is 15-6 (7-4 GLIAC) and is hoping to get to the top of the standings after this weekend.
M Basketball: ‘Cats drop to third in GLIAC after tough weekend
February 3, 2023
During a previous home meet, members of the Wildcat track team bolt from the starting line in a competitive race.
W Track & Field: Wildcats find early success in Lake Michigan Open
January 31, 2023
GET FIT - Pilates is a great class for both new and experienced people to get into shape and have a great time.
Pilates provides unique exercise experience
January 31, 2023

The North Wind

The North Wind
All content by Katie Bultman

NMU remembers: Ray Ventre

December 4, 2014

Stolen NMU and DDA flags

November 6, 2014

Health center discontinues Adderall prescriptions

November 6, 2014

May winter registration be ever in your favor

October 30, 2014

Nelson convicted Guilty

October 16, 2014

Sexual assault cases high, dropping: Reported cases lowest in three years with university programs intervening

October 16, 2014

Football team loses fourth straight game

October 15, 2014

Eagle Mine tour gives students perspective

October 9, 2014

Administration pledges no tuition increase with new sports

October 9, 2014

New Food Co-op offers alternative

October 1, 2014

ASNMU sponsors time capsule event

September 25, 2014

Library price tag may topple Jamrich

September 10, 2014

Marquette Welcomes Upper Peninsula Rainbow Pride Fest

September 8, 2014

Staff Column: Take time to brush up on current events

September 4, 2014

Wildcats kick off season against Northwood

September 4, 2014

NMU President Erickson pursues a busy schedule, Places all emphasis on ‘students first’

August 28, 2014

Native American Studies Open house gives perspective

August 28, 2014

Preacher calls students whores

August 28, 2014

Campus Visitors Cause Commotion in Academic Mall

August 26, 2014

Mechanical Bull Grabs Students’ Attention at Late Night

August 23, 2014

Car accident in Ishpeming leaves one NMU student dead

August 4, 2014

Roller derby team opens home season

April 24, 2014

What we’ve learned School year in retrospect

April 24, 2014

NMU-OTS Greco-Roman wrestlers named top five

April 17, 2014

Frankowski closes NMU Nordic ski career

April 17, 2014

Football team hosts 2014 Spring Game

April 10, 2014

Golf spring tournaments open in Ohio

April 3, 2014

Nordic skiers cap victorious season

April 3, 2014

Women’s rugby team closes season in Nashville

March 27, 2014

Wildcats Hockey team set to graduate six players

March 20, 2014

’Cats face Mankato in play-offs

March 13, 2014

Q&A with Men’s Basketball coach Bill Sall

March 12, 2014

Women’s Basketball surges in first round of GLIAC playoffs; Wildcats to face MTU in semi-final

March 6, 2014

’Cats need wins in primetime

February 27, 2014

Fear shouldn’t deter you from seeking experiences

February 13, 2014

Downtown Showdown $35 registration ends Thursday, Feb. 13

February 13, 2014

’Cats split with Mavericks, travel to No. 1 Ferris

February 6, 2014

’Cats to host Minnesota State

January 30, 2014

’Cats climb two spots in WCHA standings

January 23, 2014

Florek called up to Bruins

January 16, 2014

Wildcats’ winning record is one of few

January 16, 2014

Wildcats tied for fifth in WCHA

December 5, 2013

Spikers stopped short in semifinals

December 5, 2013

Athletes volunteer time at Beacon House

November 21, 2013

Spikers move on to GLIAC Semifinal

November 21, 2013

Break in games delivers extra prep time for Hockey

November 14, 2013

Staff Column-Awareness necessary in health care debate

November 7, 2013

Question and answer session with head basketball coaches

November 7, 2013

Weekend split prepares ’Cats for Tech

October 24, 2013

Figure skaters enter first competition

October 24, 2013

NMU rattled by No. 3

October 17, 2013

Ice penalties give up too many power-play goals

October 10, 2013

Exhibition series delivers victory

October 10, 2013

Hockey season opens with exhibition games

October 3, 2013

WildCats join WCHA conference

October 3, 2013

Homecoming Football game lost in turnovers

September 26, 2013

Club track and field team goes Co-ed

September 26, 2013

Victory avenges last season’s opener

September 23, 2013

Ostrowsky builds a team of tradition

September 14, 2013

Florida two-day tournament success

September 12, 2013

Children show support for NMU athletics

September 5, 2013

NMU Preseason Rankings

September 5, 2013

Women’s Volleyball Preview

August 29, 2013

Cats gear up after team visits Europe

August 29, 2013

Changes to staff set ’Cats up for success

August 29, 2013

New coach hired to lead Wildcat men

June 6, 2013

Soccer hits the turf for spring: Winter weather does not slow down the varsity team

April 25, 2013

’Cats earn win at home: Volleyball team ends spring season at Vandament Arena versus alumni team

April 18, 2013

Ladies sweep road sets: Volleyball team gears up to return home for conclusion of spring season tourney

April 11, 2013

First tournament brings win versus host

March 28, 2013

Volleyball returns for spring tourney season

March 21, 2013

’Cats lose at GLIACs to finish season

March 14, 2013

Huskies swipe ’Cats in season finale

March 14, 2013

Men’s basketball wraps up season with twin losses

February 28, 2013

’Cats end season with two home wins

February 28, 2013

Weekend losses lead up to last series

February 21, 2013

Overtime struggle leads to home loss

February 14, 2013

Bulldogs and Lakers thwart Wildcats

February 14, 2013

Offensive rally seals upset over Tech

February 7, 2013

Tech falls to Wildcats

February 7, 2013

Wildcats lose twice away from home

January 31, 2013

’Cats shoot past Lakers and ’Wolves

January 31, 2013

Wildcats lose two games in weekend

January 24, 2013

‘Cats split weekend with Saginaw Valley

January 24, 2013

Men’s team takes losses, looks ahead

January 17, 2013

Lady Wildcats shot to win over break

January 17, 2013

’Cats drop Finlandia, gear up for road

December 6, 2012

Online Exclusive: Club hockey ’Cats split on the road

December 5, 2012

Wildcats take weekend, aim at DePere

November 15, 2012

Wildcats break out the brooms

November 8, 2012

’Cats cruise on road, earn convincing sweep

November 1, 2012

Club hockey team splits at home

October 25, 2012
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