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NEW SEMESTER—Located in C.B. Hedgcock, NMUs Financial Aid office is a source for students whether it be with scholarships, job opportunities or internships.
On campus sources for job opportunities, future career skill builders
April 29, 2022
Sam Rush/NW
ASNMU swears in new assembly
April 27, 2022
POETRY IN MOTION - Topaz Winters reads aloud some of her work as a part of the Visiting Writers Series. Winters is an accomplished writer from Singapore at only 22 years old who recently published her third poetry collection.
Visiting poet Topaz Winters reflects on her writing journey
April 26, 2022
SHAKE IT OFF—Mark Shevy, professor and Zumba instructor, leads a Zumba class with a positive attitude. Shevy will lead the Stress-Buster Zumbathon event tomorrow from 7-8:30 p.m. at the PEIF.
Stress-Buster Zumbathon held Friday for students to shake off stress
April 21, 2022
EARTH WEEK— DivestNMUs climate march will end at Cohodas Hall with speakers and informational tables. Ryley Wilcox/NW
DivestNMU closes Earth Week with guest speaker and climate march
April 21, 2022
Opinion—It’s time for an Unhinged Girl Spring
Opinion—It’s time for an Unhinged Girl Spring
April 27, 2022
Opinion—Growing up in a cult…not fun
Opinion—Growing up in a cult…not fun
April 26, 2022
Letter to the Editor—Dotson suspension highly suspect
Letter to the Editor—Dotson suspension highly suspect
April 21, 2022
Editorial—Caring for yourself during exam week
Editorial—Caring for yourself during exam week
April 19, 2022
Opinion—Why I’m a recovering perfectionist
Opinion—Why I’m a recovering perfectionist
April 15, 2022
PROMOTED - Abby O’Connell and Jondular Schertz are NMU Marching Bands new drum majors for the 22-23 season. They are expected to have around seven performances this year which is more than usual and will keep the drum majors busy with practicing for each show.
Meet NMU’s new drum majors chosen for ’22-’23 season
May 1, 2022
FINAL PERFORMANCE - Erin Colwitz directs her choirs on Thursday April 21. For many senior performers, this was their final choir performance.
Choirs reflect on social justice issues in final concert
May 1, 2022
POETRY IN MOTION - Topaz Winters reads aloud some of her work as a part of the Visiting Writers Series. Winters is an accomplished writer from Singapore at only 22 years old who recently published her third poetry collection.
Visiting poet Topaz Winters reflects on her writing journey
April 26, 2022
Medicine garden to be created over summer months
Medicine garden to be created over summer months
April 26, 2022
Coffee Crawl raises awareness about sexual assault
Coffee Crawl raises awareness about sexual assault
April 22, 2022
EARTH WEEK CELEBRATION—The Conservation Crew poses for a group picture. NMUCC continues to prioritizing outdoor sustainability. Photo courtesy of Conservation Crew.
Conservation Crew co-leaders promote Earth Day, their group
April 27, 2022
TIME TO PLAY THE GAME—Marquettes newest gaming store, Iron Golem Games, holds new opportunities for gamers to come and enjoy. Dallas Wiertella/NW
Iron Golem Games presents area’s newest gaming hub
April 22, 2022
CLAWING TO THE FINISH—NMU midfielder #12 Madeline Bittell rifles a pass to a teammate during the Wildcats 13-10 loss to Concordia St Paul on Wednesday, April 13. NMU closes out the regular season this weekend against Davenport and Grand Valley State. Travis Nelson/NW
Lacrosse plays for GLIAC seeding in final regular season weekend
April 22, 2022
A FUN ENDING—NMU swimmers look ready for an event earlier in the season. Both teams had good seasons, and finished the year with a team scrimmage. Photo courtesy of NMU Athletics
Swim and Dive ends successful season with fun team scrimmage
April 20, 2022
FF—NMU midfielder #30 Maddi Bast runs with the ball while being heavily pursued by Concordia St. Paul #4 midfielder Katie Moynihan. The Wildcats have dropped their third straight game, all at home. Travis Nelson/NW
Laxers ousted by Concordia St. Paul, 13-10
April 15, 2022

The North Wind

The North Wind
All content by Lucy Hough

Upcoming workshop available through NMU Beaumier Heritage Center

October 25, 2012

Wildcat Market offers venue for student entrepreneurs

October 11, 2012

NMU students featured in statewide Pure Michigan singalong

September 13, 2012

DeVos exhibit features artists influenced by U.P.

September 6, 2012

LGBT community deserves partner benefits

October 13, 2011

Elections go to revote

April 7, 2011

Marquette to Milan

April 7, 2011

Russell is a great example for ASNMU candidates

March 24, 2011

Dining Services changes should include students

February 24, 2011

Students torn about speech selection process

February 10, 2011

Godfrey lends name to marrow drive

February 3, 2011

Wong’s salary increase raises questions

January 27, 2011

Olson Library removes unused books

December 2, 2010

Respected sports info director dies at age 49

December 2, 2010

Margot tours into U.P. for ‘Buzzard’

October 28, 2010

ASNMU pres. should be paid

October 21, 2010

NMU student dies in accident

October 14, 2010

‘Campus PD’ visits NMU

October 7, 2010

Upper Peninsula Pride

October 7, 2010

North Wind tours Kennecott mine

September 30, 2010

Struggle continues for PEIF pass

September 2, 2010

Den shouldn’t have changed

September 2, 2010

Futures strengthened with internships

June 3, 2010

Marquette social networking site opens

June 3, 2010

Administration sees changes in positions

April 22, 2010

Lopez, Russell win ASNMU election

April 8, 2010

Indie band headlines on Nothern’s campus

March 25, 2010

NMU is home ‘Swede’ home for ’Cats

March 18, 2010

NMU rugby hosts tourney

March 18, 2010

GLBT history should be taught in schools

February 25, 2010

Student dies in tragic car accident

February 20, 2010

Smoking ban affects local businesses

January 14, 2010

Blogs offer interesting future for news

November 12, 2009

UAW president talks to the U.P.

November 12, 2009

Professor dies, NMU grieves

November 5, 2009

Bookstore mourns loss of 21-year employee

November 5, 2009

Professor dies, NMU grieves

November 5, 2009

Bookstore mourns loss of 21-year employee

November 5, 2009

Existence of God debated by students

November 5, 2009

Cogeneration plant awaits approval

October 29, 2009

Hundreds receive newly available H1N1 vaccinations

October 29, 2009

Business competition inspires ingenuity

October 29, 2009

Cogeneration plant awaits approval

October 29, 2009

Hundreds receive newly available H1N1 vaccinations

October 29, 2009

Business competition inspires ingenuity

October 29, 2009

Lemon Run raises money for unique cancer foundation

October 22, 2009

Briefs

October 22, 2009

Lemon Run raises money for unique cancer foundation

October 22, 2009

Briefs

October 22, 2009

Benefits program a cause for contention

October 15, 2009

Greenhouse connects community, NMU

October 8, 2009

Sellers without permit solicit campus residents

October 1, 2009

Briefs

October 1, 2009

H1N1 identified on Northern’s campus

September 24, 2009

Housewives deserve respect too

September 24, 2009

Student jobs lost as Call Center closes

September 17, 2009

City, NMU partner to improve WiMax

September 17, 2009

Construction a hassle for Marquette drivers

September 10, 2009

Keep searching for a trayless solution

September 10, 2009

Keep searching for a trayless solution

September 10, 2009

Construction a hassle for Marquette drivers

September 10, 2009

New wireless network connects Marquette

August 27, 2009

‘Promise’ in jeopardy

August 27, 2009

New wireless network connects Marquette

August 27, 2009

‘Promise’ in jeopardy

August 27, 2009

New wireless network connects Marquette

August 27, 2009

‘Promise’ in jeopardy

August 27, 2009

Meal plan prices increase with new year

June 4, 2009

Meal plan prices increase with new year

June 4, 2009

Meal plan prices increase with new year

June 4, 2009

New ASNMU board prepares for the fall

April 23, 2009

Four students lose way on Hogback

April 9, 2009

Gender-blind housing policy proposed

March 26, 2009

Puppy scam reaches The North Wind

March 26, 2009

Sex columnist is honest with Northern

March 26, 2009

Crime an issue in campus parking lots

March 12, 2009

New entry system not worth the cost

March 12, 2009

Project faces resistance from EPA and Sierra Club

February 26, 2009

Preparations made for budget cuts

February 12, 2009

Worn Dome turf to be replaced

February 5, 2009

SFC receives funds for winter semester

January 29, 2009

NMU receives Carnegie classification

January 29, 2009

Michigan schools give Gift of Life

January 22, 2009

Campus events to test new technology

January 22, 2009

New résumé service to be offered

January 15, 2009

ASNMU works to make good on plan

December 4, 2008

Adjuncts move toward goals

December 4, 2008

Blacks reflect on Obama’s win

November 13, 2008

Take responsibility for online content

November 13, 2008

Republicans subdued as GOP suffers election night losses

November 6, 2008

Gossip site causes stir with students, administrators

October 30, 2008

Imam speaks on issues of Islamic faith

October 23, 2008

New study focuses on student migraines

October 16, 2008

Wireless problems plague dormitories

October 9, 2008

Cardboard building contest to let students ‘become’ homeless

October 2, 2008
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