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SUN POWER — NMU students listen as a member of the solar panel installation crew explains how the bifacial panels work. The fully operational panels, located next to the SHINE building on Presque Isle Avenue, are the largest project to be financed entirely by the Green Fund, a five-dollar per semester student-paid fee.
Campus solar panels funded entirely by NMU students
January 30, 2023
WINTER FAIR - The Winter Student Organization Fair gives student organizations an opportunity to share their clubs with other students and recruit new members.
Center for Student Enrichment hosts Winter Student Organization Fair
January 27, 2023
BLOOD DRIVE - NMU nursing students Lauren Smith (left) and Megan Hendrickson (right) check in student blood donors. On Jan. 26, the American Red Cross held a blood drive in the Olson Library with help from NMU School of Nursing.
Campus blood drive encourages students to donate amidst blood shortage
January 27, 2023
FACULTY BIENNIAL — DeVos Art Museum hosts gallery of works by NMU Art and Design department faculty. The display can be viewed until March 31 during the gallerys hours, Mondays-Wednesdays 12-5 p.m., Thursdays 12-8 p.m. and Fridays 12-5 p.m.
Faculty Biennial exhibition opens at DeVos Art Museum
January 27, 2023
MUSIC CONFERENCE - NMU Jazz Combo (pictured below the staircase) performing after attending the collegiate reception at the 18th Annual Michigan Music Conference in Grand Rapids. NMU NAfME (pictured at the top of the stairs) also attended the collegiate reception.
NMU music students attend Annual Michigan Music Conference
January 26, 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
MEMORY BOX — For the chances I did not take, the people I did not meet and the places I did not go. A little fear meant nothing in comparison to that regret. Life is short, but man is it full when you look back at all the things you were too scared to do, but did it anyways.
Opinion – The everyday life of your average hermit
January 27, 2023
Editorial — How to prepare for the later years of college
Editorial — How to prepare for the later years of college
January 26, 2023
Opinion — Streaming services have killed movie magic
Opinion — Streaming services have killed movie magic
January 25, 2023
Opinion — How Ticketmaster is ruining live music
Opinion — How Ticketmaster is ruining live music
January 24, 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
Author Colin Clancy
NMU Alumni Releases Debut Novel “Ski Bum”
December 13, 2022
ART POSTER - Award winning poster for the SAG art competition. The pieces chosen to be in the display include submissions from students in many different majors.
SAG brings Monsters and Mythos to campus library
December 13, 2022
From right to left, Sarah ONeill and Alex Belz (Assistant News Editor).
The North Wind Celebrates 50 Years of student voices, independent journalism
December 9, 2022
BOWING OUT—NMU sophomore guard Samantha Potter goes up for the contested layup over two Davenport defenders last season. The NMU Womens basketball team is going up against Lake State and Ferris State and hopes to improve both defense and offensive strategies.
W Basketball: ‘Cats looking forward, tough road trip ahead
January 26, 2023
FIERCE RIVALRY — NMU and Tech go head to head on the court last weekend. Next, they go up against the top four teams in the GLIAC, including Ferris State on the road.
M Basketball: Wildcats on the road, face tough test ahead
January 26, 2023
GEAR UP - Serkowski believes having basic knowledge of how to defend yourself is vital to your safety and teaches Self-Defense 101 in order to help students do just that.
Self-Defense 101 teaches students basic defense skills
January 24, 2023
LOOK AHEAD - Star guard Max Bjorklund led all scorers with 22 points in the win over Tech. Bjorklund is also on the Bevo Francis award top-100 watchlist.
M Basketball: NMU dominates Tech 90-65, Falls to GVST snapping 8-game win streak
January 18, 2023
GET READY - The Mens Hockey team warms up in the Berry to get ready for this weekend at Ferris State. The Cats are coming off a weekend split with the MIchigan Tech Huskies.
M Hockey: NMU splits with Tech, heads to Ferris before mid-season break
December 9, 2022

The North Wind

The North Wind
All content by Levi Erkkila
Calumet area named Hockeyville USA, granted money for arena

Calumet area named Hockeyville USA, granted money for arena

April 4, 2019
Members of the NMU Women’s Basketball team celebrate a field goal during its first-round matchup against Ashland University. Photo courtesy of NMU athletics

Basketball avenges GLIAC Championship loss

March 21, 2019
The NMU Women’s Basketball team huddles at center court. Photo courtesy of NMU athletics

Bring on the Eagles

March 13, 2019

Advantage ’Cats in feline fight

February 28, 2019

Playoff basketball returning

February 21, 2019

One last victory at home

February 13, 2019
Sophomore guard/forward Lexi Smith dribbles down the lane in a previous home matchup against Michigan Tech University. Smith has appeared in each of the 21 games played this season. Photo courtesy of NMU Athletics

Rebound win against the Pride

February 7, 2019
Junior forward/center Jessica Schultz dribbles low in the paint while senior guard Tess Weatherly stands ready.

Pesky Huskies nip ’Cats

January 30, 2019
NMU players on the bench jump up in excitement after converting a key basket against Davenport University. Photo courtesy of NMU Athletics

Women ’hoopers slide into first place in GLIAC

January 24, 2019
Photo courtesy of NMU Athletics. Darby Youngstrom drives to the basket in Northern’s recent victory over Ferris State University. For the sixth time this season, and fourth time in GLIAC play, NMU women’s basketball held their opponent under 50 points on their way to defeating Ferris State University 53-42.

’Cats climb division ranks

January 17, 2019
Sophomore forward Lexi Smith rises up for a shot last season at home against Wayne State University. Photo courtesy of NMU Athletics

Women’s basketball soars

December 6, 2018
Room for improvement following tourney

Room for improvement following tourney

November 29, 2018
NMU senior guard Tess Weatherly looks to pass the ball to an open teammate against Finlandia University. Photo courtesy of NMU athletics

Lady ’Cats grind out two tough wins on the road

November 15, 2018
In a scrimmage against Lake Superior State University, senior guard Sydney Dillinger dribbles the ball through a fleet of Laker defenders in an attempt to make a play for the ’Cats. Photo by: Neil Flavin

New season for women’s basketball

November 8, 2018
Women’s soccer falls

Women’s soccer falls

November 1, 2018
Comeback attempt winds up too little, too late

Comeback attempt winds up too little, too late

October 26, 2018
Wildcats lose final home game

Wildcats lose final home game

October 18, 2018
Team senior captain Aimee Colla (no. 16) stares downfield with teammates during a break in play.

Close losses stifle ’Cats

October 11, 2018
Photo courtesy of NMU Athletics An aerial photo of the women’s soccer team captures a throw in from NMU’s senior defenseman Anna Worman.

Rival Huskies secure victory

October 4, 2018
Women’s soccer stands tall

Women’s soccer stands tall

September 27, 2018
Soccer road warriors

Soccer road warriors

September 20, 2018
Freshman midfielder Caroline Halonen makes a play on the ball in a road contest last weekend. The 1-2-1 team will take on Purdue University-Northwest and the University of Wisconsin-Parkside this weekend. Photo courtesy of NMU athletics

September 13, 2018
Crowd unaffected by alcohol

Crowd unaffected by alcohol

April 26, 2018
Expect an East Coast champion

Expect an East Coast champion

April 12, 2018
Freshmen midfielders Bianca Kinder and Hannah Seaman, sophomore midfielder/defender Leiss Luyckx and senior goaltender Brianna Bangle stand in the foreground of a team huddle Wednesday against St. Paul. Photo by: Emma Case

First half struggles continue, too little too late

April 5, 2018
Head coach Grant Potulny signs 8-year contract

Head coach Grant Potulny signs 8-year contract

March 29, 2018
Sophomore swimmer Rachel Helm earned her second career NCAA Championship victory after placing first in the 200-yard backstroke. Helm finished first at last year’s NCAA Championship in the 100-yard backstroke.

Domination in the pool

March 22, 2018
Season finishes with a soft thud

Season finishes with a soft thud

March 15, 2018
Playoff basketball on the menu for women’s basketball

Playoff basketball on the menu for women’s basketball

March 1, 2018
Freshman midfielder/attacker Tess Kostelec (Columbia, Maryland) leads the ball forward in Saturday’s exhibition loss against Albion College. Kostelec assisted on a goal and registered one shot.Photo by: Neil Flavin

Youthful Laxers ready to jump-start program

February 22, 2018
Freshman guard/forward Lexi Smith scored 10 points in Saturdays win against Saginaw Valley State University. Photo by: Lindsey Eaton

Women’s basketball fights for playoff positioning

February 15, 2018
Junior guard Tess Weatherly stands tall against GVSU’s Jenn Deboer. NMU was able to stop the Lakers in the first half, but had trouble scoring in the final 20 minutes. Photo by: Lindsey Eaton

Wildcats show inconsistency at home

February 8, 2018
Senior guard Jordan Perez protects the basket in a previous home game this season. The Wildcats will play home at the Berry Events Center Thursday after playing their last five games on the road. Photo by: Lindsey Eaton

Wildcat shooters can’t complete comeback bid

February 1, 2018
Senior Defenseman Jordan Klimek lines up at the faceoff circle, ready to start a play. The Wildcats scored six goals this weekend thanks to smart offensive zone puck movement. Photo by: Lindsey Eaton

Wildcats retain possession of Cappo Cup

January 25, 2018
Men’s b-ball is 2-0 in GLIAC

Men’s b-ball is 2-0 in GLIAC

December 7, 2017
Photo by Neil Flavin: Junior guard Naba Echols drives toward the hoop, attempting to make a shot past three St. Norbert players in an earlier season. Echols was named to last year’s all-GLIAC second team. He also started all 26 games, averaging a team high of 33.3 minutes per game.

Men’s Basketball set to start GLIAC play

November 30, 2017
Men’s basketball is 2-0

Men’s basketball is 2-0

November 16, 2017
Photo by: Lindsey Eaton: In an earlier game in the season, sophomore midfielder Nick Metcalfe carries the ball out of Northern’s defensive third and looks to make a play down the field.

Men’s soccer falls to Saginaw

November 9, 2017
Photo by: Lindsey Eaton: In an earlier game in the season, sophomore midfielder Nick Metcalfe carries the ball out of Northern’s defensive third and looks to make a play down the field.

Men’s soccer beats Tiffin in quarter-finals

November 2, 2017
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