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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
Maria Hoenke
Opinion — How colloquialisms perpetuate stigmas around mental health diagnoses
December 9, 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
STOP AND LOOK — Students check out hats and gloves that have been laid out for them to take.
Chilly days, warm hearts: First Impressions’ giveaway fosters community support
December 9, 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
Kuehl hits 1,000 points, leads Wildcats to Victory after break
Kuehl hits 1,000 points, leads Wildcats to Victory after break
December 9, 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
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 Lucy Hough

Upcoming workshop available through NMU Beaumier Heritage Center

Lucy Hough
October 25, 2012

Wildcat Market offers venue for student entrepreneurs

Lucy Hough
October 11, 2012

NMU students featured in statewide Pure Michigan singalong

Lucy Hough
September 13, 2012

DeVos exhibit features artists influenced by U.P.

Lucy Hough
September 6, 2012

LGBT community deserves partner benefits

Lucy Hough
October 13, 2011

Elections go to revote

Lucy Hough
April 7, 2011

Marquette to Milan

Lucy Hough
April 7, 2011

Russell is a great example for ASNMU candidates

Lucy Hough
March 24, 2011

Dining Services changes should include students

Lucy Hough
February 24, 2011

Students torn about speech selection process

Lucy Hough
February 10, 2011

Godfrey lends name to marrow drive

Lucy Hough
February 3, 2011

Wong’s salary increase raises questions

Lucy Hough
January 27, 2011

Olson Library removes unused books

Lucy Hough
December 2, 2010

Respected sports info director dies at age 49

Lucy Hough
December 2, 2010

Margot tours into U.P. for ‘Buzzard’

Lucy Hough
October 28, 2010

ASNMU pres. should be paid

Lucy Hough
October 21, 2010

NMU student dies in accident

Lucy Hough
October 13, 2010

‘Campus PD’ visits NMU

Lucy Hough
October 7, 2010

Upper Peninsula Pride

Lucy Hough
October 7, 2010

North Wind tours Kennecott mine

Lucy Hough
September 30, 2010

Struggle continues for PEIF pass

Lucy Hough
September 2, 2010

Den shouldn’t have changed

Lucy Hough
September 2, 2010

Futures strengthened with internships

Lucy Hough
June 2, 2010

Marquette social networking site opens

Lucy Hough
June 2, 2010

Administration sees changes in positions

Lucy Hough
April 22, 2010

Lopez, Russell win ASNMU election

Lucy Hough
April 8, 2010

Indie band headlines on Nothern’s campus

Lucy Hough
March 25, 2010

NMU rugby hosts tourney

Lucy Hough
March 18, 2010

NMU is home ‘Swede’ home for ’Cats

Lucy Hough
March 18, 2010

GLBT history should be taught in schools

Lucy Hough
February 25, 2010

Student dies in tragic car accident

Lucy Hough
February 20, 2010

Smoking ban affects local businesses

Lucy Hough
January 14, 2010

UAW president talks to the U.P.

Lucy Hough
November 12, 2009

Blogs offer interesting future for news

Lucy Hough
November 12, 2009

Bookstore mourns loss of 21-year employee

Lucy Hough
November 5, 2009

Professor dies, NMU grieves

Lucy Hough
November 5, 2009

Bookstore mourns loss of 21-year employee

Lucy Hough
November 5, 2009

Professor dies, NMU grieves

Lucy Hough
November 5, 2009

Existence of God debated by students

Lucy Hough
November 5, 2009

Cogeneration plant awaits approval

Lucy Hough
October 28, 2009

Business competition inspires ingenuity

Lucy Hough
October 28, 2009

Hundreds receive newly available H1N1 vaccinations

Lucy Hough
October 28, 2009

Cogeneration plant awaits approval

Lucy Hough
October 28, 2009

Business competition inspires ingenuity

Lucy Hough
October 28, 2009

Hundreds receive newly available H1N1 vaccinations

Lucy Hough
October 28, 2009

Briefs

Lucy Hough
October 21, 2009

Briefs

Lucy Hough
October 21, 2009

Lemon Run raises money for unique cancer foundation

Lucy Hough
October 21, 2009

Lemon Run raises money for unique cancer foundation

Lucy Hough
October 21, 2009

Benefits program a cause for contention

Lucy Hough
October 14, 2009

Greenhouse connects community, NMU

Lucy Hough
October 7, 2009

Briefs

Lucy Hough
September 30, 2009

Sellers without permit solicit campus residents

Lucy Hough
September 30, 2009

Housewives deserve respect too

Lucy Hough
September 23, 2009

H1N1 identified on Northern’s campus

Lucy Hough
September 23, 2009

City, NMU partner to improve WiMax

Lucy Hough
September 16, 2009

Student jobs lost as Call Center closes

Lucy Hough
September 16, 2009

Construction a hassle for Marquette drivers

Lucy Hough
September 9, 2009

Keep searching for a trayless solution

Lucy Hough
September 9, 2009

Construction a hassle for Marquette drivers

Lucy Hough
September 9, 2009

Keep searching for a trayless solution

Lucy Hough
September 9, 2009

‘Promise’ in jeopardy

Lucy Hough
August 26, 2009

New wireless network connects Marquette

Lucy Hough
August 26, 2009

‘Promise’ in jeopardy

Lucy Hough
August 26, 2009

New wireless network connects Marquette

Lucy Hough
August 26, 2009

‘Promise’ in jeopardy

Lucy Hough
August 26, 2009

New wireless network connects Marquette

Lucy Hough
August 26, 2009

Meal plan prices increase with new year

Lucy Hough
June 3, 2009

Meal plan prices increase with new year

Lucy Hough
June 3, 2009

Meal plan prices increase with new year

Lucy Hough
June 3, 2009

New ASNMU board prepares for the fall

Lucy Hough
April 22, 2009

Four students lose way on Hogback

Lucy Hough
April 8, 2009

Sex columnist is honest with Northern

Lucy Hough
March 25, 2009

Puppy scam reaches The North Wind

Lucy Hough
March 25, 2009

Gender-blind housing policy proposed

Lucy Hough
March 25, 2009

New entry system not worth the cost

Lucy Hough
March 11, 2009

Crime an issue in campus parking lots

Lucy Hough
March 11, 2009

Project faces resistance from EPA and Sierra Club

Lucy Hough
February 26, 2009

Preparations made for budget cuts

Lucy Hough
February 12, 2009

Worn Dome turf to be replaced

Lucy Hough
February 5, 2009

NMU receives Carnegie classification

Lucy Hough
January 29, 2009

SFC receives funds for winter semester

Lucy Hough
January 29, 2009

Campus events to test new technology

Lucy Hough
January 22, 2009

Michigan schools give Gift of Life

Lucy Hough
January 22, 2009

New résumé service to be offered

Lucy Hough
January 15, 2009

Adjuncts move toward goals

Lucy Hough
December 4, 2008

ASNMU works to make good on plan

Lucy Hough
December 4, 2008

Take responsibility for online content

Lucy Hough
November 13, 2008

Blacks reflect on Obama’s win

Lucy Hough
November 13, 2008

Republicans subdued as GOP suffers election night losses

Lucy Hough
November 6, 2008

Gossip site causes stir with students, administrators

Lucy Hough
October 29, 2008

Imam speaks on issues of Islamic faith

Lucy Hough
October 22, 2008

New study focuses on student migraines

Lucy Hough
October 15, 2008

Wireless problems plague dormitories

Lucy Hough
October 8, 2008

Cardboard building contest to let students ‘become’ homeless

Lucy Hough
October 1, 2008
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