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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
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
Opinion — Coolest campus costumes
November 7, 2024
Room For Improvement- The room students turn in their firearms. As shown, the shooting box lies facing the door, which can cause issues for people walking in to have a gun facing them.
Editorial — The Guns on Campus
November 7, 2024
The Delft Bistro sign welcoming festival goers to the multitude of venues hosting the Fresh Coast Film Festival
Fresh Coast Film Festival, the freshest
November 6, 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
SMARTER, NOT HARDER — Students learn how AI can be used in academically honest ways. (AI-generated Graphic)
AI ate my homework
November 15, 2024
STOP AND SMILE — Student and Rocks and Mineral Club Vice President Thaden Weeks stops and poses in front of a waterfall. This is one of the many different places he stops to teach and learn about geology. (Photo courtesy of Thaden Weeks.)
Profile — Finding passion in geology
November 13, 2024
The event was originally scheduled to be held at the Berry Events Center, but has since been moved. Graphic courtesy of NAE.
Northern Arts & Entertainment to host concert at Jamrich
November 12, 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
Volleyball ends weekend in split
Volleyball ends weekend in split
November 14, 2024
Men’s soccer ends season in road split series
Men’s soccer ends season in road split series
November 8, 2024
Hockey gets swept by rival Michigan Tech
Hockey gets swept by rival Michigan Tech
November 8, 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
Pizza Cat — Vol. 19
Pizza Cat — Vol. 19
November 7, 2024
NMU Students weigh future at the polls in unpredictable 2024 Presidential Election
NMU Students weigh future at the polls in unpredictable 2024 Presidential Election
November 4, 2024

The North Wind

The North Wind
Megan Voorhees

Megan Voorhees, Assistant News Editor

Hi! I’m Megan Voorhees and I’m the Assistant News Editor at The Northwind! I was first introduced to journalism my sophomore year of high school and I’ve been in love with the profession and writing process ever since. I’m majoring in Multimedia Journalism and double minoring in English and Communication Studies. In my free time I love hanging out with my pals, swimming, reading, and thrifting!

All content by Megan Voorhees
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

Megan Voorhees
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

Megan Voorhees
November 18, 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

Megan Voorhees
November 11, 2024
RAKE IT UP - An NMU student rakes leaves at a community member's home, making a difference one leaf at a time.

Students rake leaves, leave positive mark on community for Make a Difference Day

Megan Voorhees
November 3, 2024
FUNDRAISE FOR CHANGE - NMU's Student Veterans of America hosted a fundraiser to donate money to families affected by Hurricane Milton.

Student Veterans of America work for change beyond Marquette

Megan Voorhees
November 2, 2024
Puckheads host annual helmet night, encourage student involvement

Puckheads host annual helmet night, encourage student involvement

Megan Voorhees
October 25, 2024
FILL UP- Mr.Tire air pump that provides free air, and just so happened to make my day better.

Opinion — When I ran out of air

Megan Voorhees
October 23, 2024
BAKE SALE - The NMU women's club lacrosse team sells out all their baked goods while raising money for their team.

Women’s club lacrosse team bakes success

Megan Voorhees
October 21, 2024
BUILDING UP - Progress on the construction of the new NMU library can be seen from the faculty lot behind Jamrich Hall.

Lydia M. Olson construction continues, staff excited for new library

Megan Voorhees
October 16, 2024
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

Megan Voorhees
October 6, 2024
ADVENTURE- Four members of the club are suited up in climbing gear, ready to explore the local copper mines. Photo courtesy of Aura Wahl-Piotrowski

Keweenaw field trip gives students new geology experiences

Megan Voorhees
September 19, 2024
Graphic courtesy of Ruby Joseph

ASNMU to host first Wildcat Farmer’s Market, featuring community, student vendors

Megan Voorhees
September 16, 2024
GETTING INVOLVED - Pick One posts images encouraging students to engage in their promotion to explore new events on campus. Their posters depict prizes that students can win for their participation.

Pick One hosts event to encourage student engagement

Megan Voorhees
September 11, 2024
Student post on social media app YikYak on Sept. 11, 2024.

Opinion — Campus continues negative streak on 9/11 with jokes spreading on YikYak

Megan Voorhees
September 11, 2024
POPCORN SALE — Greek life sets up shop in Jamrich Hall ticketing booth to sell popcorn for a local cause.

NMU Greek life collaborates for Sexual Assault Awareness Month fundraiser

Megan Voorhees
April 26, 2024
Photo Courtesy of the Northern Climate Network

Students get hands-on experience with climate change simulator

Megan Voorhees
April 18, 2024
RECORDS ON RECORDS — Teichman shows a variety of records on display at the Vinyl Emporium. With 10,000 records being brought in from downstate, there is something for everyone at the record show. Photo courtesy of Jon Teichman

Local record show promotes community connectivity

Megan Voorhees
March 28, 2024
PRESENT — DivestNMU member Mackenzie Geary leads Climate @ Noon. Sharing the timeline of their work diving deeper into the road bumps and milestones they encountered during the process.

Climate @ Noon dives into successful divestment proposal

Megan Voorhees
March 25, 2024
READY TO TALK — Student organizations, department heads and faculty sit at their assigned tables awaiting the arrival of students to discuss information regarding their booths.

Student Success Department hosts Majors Fair

Megan Voorhees
March 22, 2024
Opinion — It's okay to give up

Opinion — It’s okay to give up

Megan Voorhees
March 22, 2024
Attendees mingle during lunch sessions on the first day of the event, getting to know their peers and fellow entrepreneurs.

SISU, Innovate Marquette co-host 2nd annual Innovation Week

Megan Voorhees
March 1, 2024
SPINNING WITH THE SNOWFLAKES — Students skate and spin with the snowflakes at a Valentine's Day-themed open skate.

SEC hosts Valentine’s-themed open skate for WinterFest

Megan Voorhees
February 21, 2024
SPINNING WITH THE SNOWFLAKES — Students skate and spin with the snowflakes at a Valentine's Day-themed open skate.

[Photo] CARE Team provides additional services alongside WellBeing Center

Rachel Pott
February 22, 2024
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