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Disability Services updates on-campus ESA procedures
Disability Services updates on-campus ESA procedures
October 3, 2023
MGH DEMOLITION — Above-grade demolition for the former Marquette General Hospital to begin in October. The former hospital is located south across West College Avenue from the Northern Center on Northern Michigan’s campus and just under half a mile from Marquette’s Third Street Business Center.
NMU Foundation details plans for former MGH site
October 3, 2023
IMPORTANT POINTS — Helen Bienek, president of Spooner Hall, discusses points to propose to NLD faculty.
Conversations to improve NMU Dining
September 29, 2023
CLAIMING MICHIGAN — The canoe showcased at the exhibit, Claiming Michigan: The 1820 Expedition of Lewis Cass, which is now on display at the The Beaumier Heritage Center until January.
Exploring the expedition of Lewis Cass at Beaumier
September 29, 2023
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Narcan training provides emergency response education
September 27, 2023
UNION AT WORK — A truck parked on campus during the faculty contract negotiations. Watching a union settle disputes in real time was a pretty big deal for me, and it spread across campus as well.
Opinion — The strength in union power
September 29, 2023
RIGHT AROUND THE CORNER — New Age Tattoo, one of the few places around town at which anyone can get a tattoo. While I have yet to get one myself, I cant say I havent looked up their prices online before.
Opinion — An outsider’s appreciation of tattoos and piercings
September 28, 2023
GETTING OUTSIDE — Taking a break from studying at Pebble Beach to breathe and enjoy one of the sunnier days in Marquette (with a coffee of course).
Opinion — An in-denial caffeine addict
September 27, 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
EYES LOCKED — Students have their eyes on the prize of cash winnings for the tournament. Photo courtesy of Ethan Vadnais
A comeback for the eSports club
October 3, 2023
IMPORTANT POINTS — Helen Bienek, president of Spooner Hall, discusses points to propose to NLD faculty.
Conversations to improve NMU Dining
September 29, 2023
PURE PERFECTION — Sarah Saead, a manager at The Crib and an NMU alum, makes a beautiful latte with a foam leaf on top.
The perfect excuse to grab a cup of coffee
September 28, 2023
BRAINSTORMING — NAE members attend their weekly meeting to share ideas and begin planning. Photo courtesy of Brianna Weaver
Student org spotlight — Northern Arts and Entertainment plans big-ticket entertainment
September 27, 2023
SLIDING INTO THE GAMES — Students dove in headfirst at this years Dead River Games.
Dive into the Dead River Games
September 21, 2023
GOALS NEEDED — NMU has scored just five goals all season and with four of their losses coming in one score matches.
M Soccer: Offensive struggles lead to three straight losses
September 29, 2023
SETTING IN — Transfer quarterback Mariano Valenti had a huge night against Quincy University throwing for 368 yards and scoring three touchdowns after having two turnovers in each of his first two starts.
Football: Fourth quarter woes continue to plague the Wildcats, start season 0-4
September 29, 2023
NATIONALLY RANKED — No.18 NMU will look to make a jump in the national polls this weekend when they face No.13 Grand Valley in Marquette. NMU is 6-1-1 on the season after a tough loss to Saginaw Valley and will look to get back in the win column this weekend.
W Soccer: No. 18 NMU, No. 13 GVST to face off in top 25 battle
September 29, 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
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 Lee McClelland

Preserve biodiveristy in Michigan

Lee McClelland
April 25, 2013

Sixth season of ‘Mad Men’ stays hellishly entertaining

Lee McClelland
April 25, 2013

Music education important part of K-12 curriculum

Lee McClelland
April 18, 2013

Know where you stand on issue of gay marriage

Lee McClelland
April 11, 2013

President Haynes: increasing enrollment, keeping tuition low

Lee McClelland
April 4, 2013

Find out where candidates stand

Lee McClelland
March 28, 2013

Online voting begins Monday, April 1

Lee McClelland
March 28, 2013

Measuring ASNMU’s performance by past administrations

Lee McClelland
March 21, 2013

The sequester comes to NMU; which cuts affect students

Lee McClelland
March 14, 2013

Anderson, Hoffman shine in ‘The Master’

Lee McClelland
March 14, 2013

Batman, Americans fight for glory

Lee McClelland
February 28, 2013

Wildcat pride lacking on campus

Lee McClelland
February 21, 2013

Ignorance binds Americans

Lee McClelland
February 21, 2013

Question military action in Middle East, North Africa

Lee McClelland
February 14, 2013

Scouting out equality for gays

Lee McClelland
February 7, 2013

How identity shaped Civil Rights

Lee McClelland
January 31, 2013

Simplified view of race dangerous

Lee McClelland
January 24, 2013

Editorial: Showcase campus environment

Lee McClelland
January 24, 2013

‘This is 40’ takes a look at contemporary family life

Lee McClelland
January 17, 2013

‘Django’ brings stellar acting, visuals to screen

Lee McClelland
January 17, 2013

Second Amendment right has limits

Lee McClelland
January 17, 2013

NMU’s heading in right direction with Road Map 2015

Lee McClelland
December 6, 2012

One state solution for Israel, Palestine

Lee McClelland
December 6, 2012

Weekly Take Away: Affirmative action masks real problem

Lee McClelland
November 29, 2012

Education key to U.S.-Iran talks

Lee McClelland
November 15, 2012

Americans must unite behind elected officials

Lee McClelland
November 8, 2012

Remember Congress in this election

Lee McClelland
November 1, 2012

UAW 1950 deserves raise to cover health care costs

Lee McClelland
October 25, 2012

Syrians need American assistance

Lee McClelland
October 18, 2012

Fear of Islam in America hindering foreign relations

Lee McClelland
October 11, 2012

Humor reveals social identity of Americans

Lee McClelland
October 4, 2012

Mental health care underfunded in America

Lee McClelland
September 20, 2012

Americans deserve health care

Lee McClelland
September 13, 2012

NASA should encourage competition

Lee McClelland
September 6, 2012

Students hurt by higher tuition: State legislature to blame

Lee McClelland
August 30, 2012

College students need financial advisers

Lee McClelland
June 14, 2012

Digital Tupac image brings new questions for our society

Lee McClelland
April 26, 2012

Immigration rhetoric distorts the issues Path to citizenship harder than most people imagine

Lee McClelland
April 12, 2012

Michigan bill harms education

Lee McClelland
March 22, 2012

Put politics on car bumper

Lee McClelland
March 15, 2012

Diversity helps students learn in school

Lee McClelland
March 1, 2012

Direct corporate anger at government officials, not business CEOs and stockholders

Lee McClelland
February 23, 2012
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