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NMU WellBeing promotes its Wildcat World Mental Health Day and related events. (Graphic courtesy of NMU Marketing.)
NMU WellBeing to host Wildcat World Mental Health Day
October 6, 2024
TEAMWORK- RA Kaitlyn Straschinske and her teammate, freshman Christine Corner, celebrate after knocking down a "kubb," bringing them one step closer to winning the game of the same name.
Birch West learn about Swedish culture, bond with neighbors at ‘Learn to Play Kubb’ event
October 3, 2024
CLEAN UP - NMU Conservation Crew members Anna Tousley, Korina Benavidez and Taylor Kenyon, along with volunteers, display the loads of trash found on campus at their latest clean-up event.
Conservation Crew hosts campus-wide cleanup
October 3, 2024
Poverty Simulation helps students work with diverse groups
Poverty Simulation helps students work with diverse groups
October 1, 2024
The Nursing Program celebrates their 125th anniversary showcasing photos of past nurses on their welcome banner
School of Nursing hosts alumni event for past, current nursing students
September 30, 2024
Harry, the stray cat that is depicted in this article, happily enjoying the sun.
Opinion- Adopt, don’t shop
October 4, 2024
DICHOTOMY- One news paper relies solely on the web and the other nearly solely on print. Are they dying?
Is the paper being killed off?
October 3, 2024
With the closing of Ralph's Italian Deli I had to get their cudighi sandwich one last time. Why is it so sad to know I'll never have another again?
A Eulogy to Cudighi
October 1, 2024
Opinion — NMU Guide to Partying
September 25, 2024
HOMECOMING BEANIES — Sitting immortalized in a glass case in the Beaumier U.P Heritage Center, these beanies held a fun tradition and should be set free and make a return.
Opinion — Bring back the Beanies
September 20, 2024
Cozy Cram Session - The waiting area of the Writing Center is decked out with lighting and wall decor to create a welcoming environment for students.
Cozy Cram Sessions offered at Writing Center
October 4, 2024
BIG STEPS — A student walks into NMU's WellBeing Center, one of many places a student can utilize in order to make their college transition smoother.
Managing homesickness, loneliness, wellbeing in college
October 3, 2024
SHOCKING STUDIES — Evolutionary psychologist Sarah Hill explains the severity of birth control side effects such as increases in depression and suicide rates.
Students, faculty learn about the body on birth control
October 3, 2024
GETTING READY — On Oct. 5, Michigander, supporting act Abby Holliday and opener Jasno will perform at the Northern Center for the Great Lakes Groove. (Photo courtesy of Thomas Chicka.)
NoMAD to host Great Lakes Groove concert this fall
September 26, 2024
BUILDING COMMUNITY — Students attend the second annual Upper Peninsula Day of Theatre to answer trivia questions and gain more knowledge about theatre during various workshops.
Musical fraternity builds connections at Upper Peninsula Day of Theatre workshop
September 25, 2024
Men’s soccer ends weekend at home with split
Men’s soccer ends weekend at home with split
October 6, 2024
NW File Photo
Wildcats remain winless heading into homecoming weekend
September 20, 2024
WILDCAT GOAL — The Men's Soccer team celebrates after a goal.
Men’s Soccer starts season off strong
September 17, 2024
NW File Photo
Women’s soccer ends Minnesota weekend in split
September 16, 2024
Track and field holds success in recent meet preparing for GLIAC outdoor championships
April 26, 2024
Pizza Cat — Vol. 14
Pizza Cat — Vol. 14
September 30, 2024
Golf carts, candy and campus pride shine at 125th Homecoming Parade
Golf carts, candy and campus pride shine at 125th Homecoming Parade
September 24, 2024
Pizza Cat — Vol. 13
Pizza Cat — Vol. 13
September 23, 2024
Dead River Games kick off 125th anniversary Homecoming week with tradition, fun, and school spirit
Dead River Games kick off 125th anniversary Homecoming week with tradition, fun, and school spirit
September 17, 2024
Pizza Cat Vol. 12
Pizza Cat Vol. 12
September 17, 2024

The North Wind

The North Wind
All content by Mary Wardell

Goodbye, Tobacco

Mary Wardell
April 17, 2014

Campus up in smoke: Quitting for myself (and others)

Mary Wardell
April 17, 2014

Community debates mine permit

Mary Wardell
March 27, 2014

Eagle Mine permit challenged

Mary Wardell
March 20, 2014

Raj Patel talks social theory, our global future

Mary Wardell
March 13, 2014

Former NMU student remembered after death

Mary Wardell
February 27, 2014

Snow Removal: Take a seat next to the men behind it all

Mary Wardell
February 20, 2014

NMU: Then & Now

Mary Wardell
February 6, 2014

Ignorance is bliss when you’re a resource baron

Mary Wardell
February 6, 2014

Ice Ice Baby: Eben Ice Caves

Mary Wardell
January 30, 2014

Dietary supplements prove untrustworthy

Mary Wardell
December 4, 2013

Students cope with stress as semester ends

Mary Wardell
November 21, 2013

Lab researches neuromuscular disease

Mary Wardell
November 7, 2013

Let’s Do the time warp again: Rocky Horror Show

Mary Wardell
October 24, 2013

Cuarón gets heavy with zero gravity

Mary Wardell
October 24, 2013

Speaker advocates for education reform

Mary Wardell
October 17, 2013

Staff Column: Wolf legislation shoots down citizen rights

Mary Wardell
October 17, 2013

Colors usher in new season

Mary Wardell
October 10, 2013

Alum returns with poetry, perspective

Mary Wardell
October 10, 2013

Café presents affordable meals by aspiring cooks

Mary Wardell
October 3, 2013

Wildcat Willy: A Furry History in Green and Gold

Mary Wardell
September 19, 2013

Speaker to address cultural rights

Mary Wardell
September 19, 2013

Shoreline run planned to help ski club

Mary Wardell
September 12, 2013

Career fair extends job opportunities

Mary Wardell
September 12, 2013

Wildcats Prepare to March by the Numbers

Mary Wardell
September 5, 2013

Electronic artist experiments with sight and sound

Mary Wardell
September 13, 2012
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