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Narcan training provides emergency response education
September 27, 2023
BUILT FOR TOMORROW — Jacobetti Complex renovated to include new spaces and new technology. A rededication ceremony was hosted Friday, Sept. 15 celebrating the complexs renovation.
Jacobetti Complex receives modern makeover
September 22, 2023
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Join President Tessman for Fun Run
September 20, 2023
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LGBTQ2S+ People of Faith Coffee Hour creates conversation and community
September 18, 2023
STARTING THINGS OFF — The Pick One promotion aims to help students transition to campus life, and increases involvement on campus at the same time. Students have until Monday, Oct. 9, to earn points for the promotion. Photo courtesy of Center for Student Enrichment
“Pick One” encourages campus engagement
September 15, 2023
RIGHT AROUND THE CORNER — New Age Tattoo, one of the few places around town at which anyone can get a tattoo. While I have yet to get one myself, I cant say I havent looked up their prices online before.
Opinion — An outsider’s appreciation of tattoos and piercings
September 28, 2023
GETTING OUTSIDE — Taking a break from studying at Pebble Beach to breathe and enjoy one of the sunnier days in Marquette (with a coffee of course).
Opinion — An in-denial caffeine addict
September 27, 2023
COOKING — Having an oven is an easy way to make and prepare meals of almost any kind. If you live in the dorms, using the shared kitchen may be awkward, but it can lead to friendly interactions with your neighbors.
Editorial — Learning to cook for yourself
September 26, 2023
RELAX — Sometimes taking a minute by the lake can help clear your mind. When you have classes you dislike, its important to try and stay as positive as possible.
Opinion — What to do when you hate your classes
September 21, 2023
TALKING IT OUT — Politics are probably one of the trickiest topics out there. Remembering to keep your cool is the easiest way to prevent things from getting heated. Joleigh Martinez/NW
Editorial — Staying friendly when discussing politics
September 21, 2023
PURE PERFECTION — Sarah Saead, a manager at The Crib and an NMU alum, makes a beautiful latte with a foam leaf on top.
The perfect excuse to grab a cup of coffee
September 28, 2023
BRAINSTORMING — NAE members attend their weekly meeting to share ideas and begin planning. Photo courtesy of Brianna Weaver
Student org spotlight — Northern Arts and Entertainment plans big-ticket entertainment
September 27, 2023
SLIDING INTO THE GAMES — Students dove in headfirst at this years Dead River Games.
Dive into the Dead River Games
September 21, 2023
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Join President Tessman for Fun Run
September 20, 2023
ALWAYS CLIMBING — Slugs Bluff became the first climber-owned rock-climbing area last year and this years first Slug Fest is a celebration of that milestone. The festival will include programs for climbers as well as community volunteer projects to continue the legacy of stewardship of Slugs Bluff. Photo courtesy of John Miller.
Climbers gear up to scale Slug’s Bluff
September 20, 2023
CELEBRATION — The Cats celebrate a long-awaited win after starting the season 2-10, performing a 3-0 sweep against Michigan Tech.
W Volleyball: ‘Cats get 3-0 sweep over Michigan Tech
September 27, 2023
TRADITION — Established in 1979, the Moosemen hold the distinction of being NMUs oldest campus club.
Moosemen rugby embracing tradition with new season underway
September 22, 2023
LONE GOAL — The Cats took a 1-0 win against the Panthers but were unable to find the back of the net against the Cardinals, taking a weekend split before the long road trip coming up.
M Soccer: NMU takes weekend split, long road trip ahead
September 22, 2023
INJURED — Graduate quarter back Mariano Valenti went down with an injury last week leading to promotion of junior QB Jake Bilitz for his first collegiate start. NMU dropped the home match up 3-34 and will look for a win against Quincy this weekend.
NMU Football: ‘Cats looking for first win against Quincy
September 22, 2023
HISTORY — Cats look to continue to dominate the national polls after hitting No.13 in the country for the first time in program history. NMU will be on the road this weekend against Ferris St and Saginaw Valley.
W Soccer: No. 13 NMU looks to continue dominance on the road
September 22, 2023
Engines roar and spirits soar at NMU Homecoming parade
Engines roar and spirits soar at NMU Homecoming parade
September 16, 2023
InterVarsity Christian Fellowship hosts ultimate cantaloupe
InterVarsity Christian Fellowship hosts ultimate cantaloupe
September 3, 2023
The Story of Jake Witt
July 14, 2023
Divest NMU Climate Change Protest- April 20, 2023
July 14, 2023
NMU Student Gun Violence Protest – April 13, 2023
July 14, 2023

The North Wind

The North Wind
All content by Michael Williams

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Pure Michigan: Or, don’t drink the water in Flint

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January 13, 2016

Faculty union plan protest march

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April 23, 2015

Native American studies major proposed, approved by Academic Senate, ASNMU

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April 23, 2015

A memory of fire: eulogy for Eduardo Galeano

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April 16, 2015

You should be ashamed of yourself

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April 16, 2015

Election investigation launched during vote

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March 19, 2015

Campus confused about rape kit funding and associated costs

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March 12, 2015

Review: “Sour Soul” by Ghostface Killah and Badbadnotgood

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February 26, 2015

Homelessness becomes more visible

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February 19, 2015

Michigan legislature sets bar for NMU

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February 12, 2015

Swipe with caution

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February 5, 2015

StarHawk

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February 5, 2015

Rape kit fund to be on ASNMU referendum

Michael Williams
February 5, 2015

Student government proposes FOIA fund

Michael Williams
February 5, 2015

University moves forward with amnesty

Michael Williams
January 29, 2015

Joey’s a$$ bad album drops, like hopes and expectations

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January 29, 2015

Hockey head coach benched for Penn State series

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January 22, 2015

Marquette poet a “visiting” writer

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January 22, 2015

Ecology book free for Wildcats

Michael Williams
January 22, 2015

Review: Not quite pulp fiction, essays from John Jeremiah Sullivan

Michael Williams
January 22, 2015

Michigan’s misguided efforts to weed out welfare bums

Michael Williams
January 15, 2015

Charlie Hebdo and the limits of solidarity

Michael Williams
January 15, 2015

Eagle Mine permit considered illegal by opponents

Michael Williams
January 15, 2015

Panda Bear meets the Grim Reaper

Michael Williams
January 15, 2015

Sex and violence a college problem

Michael Williams
June 5, 2014

Former Wildcats bid for different county districts in coming election

Michael Williams
June 5, 2014

NMU grad opts for city commission

Michael Williams
April 24, 2014

Supreme Court upholds segregation

Michael Williams
April 24, 2014

Mania at PEIF competition

Michael Williams
April 10, 2014

In the Left corner: Everyone loses with Affordable Care Act

Michael Williams
April 10, 2014

BP spills into Lake Michigan; Obama poised to salt wound

Michael Williams
April 3, 2014

NMU student runs for Congress

Michael Williams
April 3, 2014

Q&A: Activist addresses drones

Michael Williams
April 3, 2014

Climate change: Luck of the draw

Michael Williams
March 20, 2014

Eagle Mine permit assault on regulation

Michael Williams
March 20, 2014

Come Walk With Us: Traditional Pow Wow to be held

Michael Williams
March 13, 2014

In the Left Corner: Minimum wage increase debated

Michael Williams
March 13, 2014

Anderton remembered by NMU student body

Michael Williams
March 13, 2014

NMU should commit to ‘Good Food’

Michael Williams
February 27, 2014

Students need Stone Creek, not Howard Schultz

Michael Williams
February 20, 2014

Group seeks cannabis decriminalization

Michael Williams
February 13, 2014

Speaker talks sustainable food

Michael Williams
February 13, 2014

Greening Northern: An ecological campus

Michael Williams
February 13, 2014

Cold snaps and bug zaps: the Vortex’s silver lining

Michael Williams
February 6, 2014

Media perpetuates mass violence

Michael Williams
January 30, 2014

Meth on the rise-Number of meth lab busts in the Upper Peninsula under police radar

Michael Williams
January 23, 2014

You, let’s talk about debt, baby…

Michael Williams
January 23, 2014

Resolutions need not come once a year

Michael Williams
January 16, 2014

Great Lakes radiation puts ball in our court

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December 5, 2013

Black Friday epitomizes American culture

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November 21, 2013

Professor bias subverts classroom, grading process

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November 14, 2013

Staff Column- In defense of smokers and not smoking

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November 7, 2013

Michigan-based writer to visit Marquette, speak at NMU

Michael Williams
November 7, 2013

Halloween decor wreaks of unoriginality

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October 31, 2013

Speakers address impending global crisis

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October 31, 2013

Rumors of new slogan triggers online petition

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October 24, 2013

Staff Column: Danger looming in Great Lakes pipelines

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October 24, 2013

Shutdown highlights paradox in government

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October 17, 2013

Guest Column: Environmental progress requires innovation

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