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OFFICIAL SIGNING — President Brock Tessman formally signs the Okanagan Charter on April 26. The charter is a commitment by NMU to support and implement holistic health programs and initiatives for students, staff and faculty.
Tessman signs Okanagan Charter, committing to holistic health for NMU
April 28, 2023
Graduate Studies and Research office holds Coffee and Chat
Graduate Studies and Research office holds Coffee and Chat
April 27, 2023
NMU administration details plans for campus mental health, wellbeing
NMU administration details plans for campus mental health, wellbeing
April 27, 2023
EARTH FEST — Environmental student organizations collaborated to host Earth Fest during the ninth annual Andertons Earth Week at NMU. Pictured: Jonas Trombetta, Hoop House (left) and Mary Kelly, Gamma Theta Upsilon and Hoop House (right).
GTU celebrates ninth annual Anderton’s Earth Week with Earth Fest
April 26, 2023
THE AMAN PROJECT — The Refugee Outreach Collective Humanitas and NMUs philosophy department is hosting a fundraiser to raise funds for the Aman Project, a humanitarian organization located in Istanbul, Turkey, that supports LGBTQ+ refugees and asylum seekers are in need of assistance. Donation are encouraged but not required to enter the events raffle.
Refugee Outreach Collective Humanitas raises funds for Aman Project
April 26, 2023
HOME AWAY FROM HOME — NMU Senior Rylynn Sladek poses for a photo while on a hike in Marquette. Sladek has chosen to stay in the Upper Peninsula for the past two summers due to the variety of activities, from beach days to farmer’s market hauls, that the community has to offer.
Opinion – Should I stay or should I go?
May 5, 2023
Satire — Please stop making movies about me
Satire — Please stop making movies about me
May 2, 2023
Editorial — Best of The North Wind 22-23
Editorial — Best of The North Wind ’22-’23
April 26, 2023
REFLECTIONS — I am posing at South Haven beach during sunset. With graduation approaching swiftly, I wanted to reflect on my college experience and how it has positively impacted my character and outlook on life.
Opinion — Leaping into the unknown
April 26, 2023
Opinion — Review of NMU Theatre and Dances production of Grease
Opinion — Review of NMU Theatre and Dance’s production of “Grease”
April 25, 2023
HOCKEY FANS — Tessman and his family at a Red Wings hockey game in March. They are still rocking the NMU gear in Detroit.
Brock’s backstory: President Tessman’s journey through running, teaching and finding balance
April 21, 2023
Premier bridal show launches at NMU’s Northern Center
April 21, 2023
THE THEORY OF NOTHING — Up-and-coming hip hop artist, Sophia Gielniak, recently released her album The Theory of Nothing - PHI-3PO on YouTube and Soundcloud delving into nontraditional hip hop that uses academic and philosophical language.
The Theory of Nothing – PHI-3PO: an academic hip-hop album
April 12, 2023
AGAINST ALL ODDS — Joseph Calderon poses next to the land acknowledgment sign, located in the academic mall, that denotes that NMU is on the ancestral homelands of the Anishinaabe Three Fires Confederacy of Ojibway, Odawa, and Potawatomi Indians. Calderon enrolled at NMU in 2021, returning to higher education after failing at other institutions along the West Coast.
Exceeding expectations: Joseph Calderon’s return to higher education
April 12, 2023
GROUP PHOTO - Steve Burns with Platform Personalities. Burns sent a video of himself to the student organization to help promote the event.
Platform Personalities on Steve Burns: Mental health, childhood nostalgia, Marquette winters
April 12, 2023
TEE UP — Eric Yun finished the season with performances that are now in the NMU record book. He will return next year for his senior season.
M Golf: ‘Cats finish season strong, Sprecher ties GLIAC record 137
April 28, 2023
Lacrosse: Wildcats, CSP to face off in first round of GLIAC tournament
Lacrosse: Wildcats, CSP to face off in first round of GLIAC tournament
April 28, 2023
HUNTING — The Cats are second in the GLIAC and will host Davenport and GVSU this weekend to finish the season with a chance at first place. (Photo courtesy of the NMU athletics department)
Lacrosse: ‘Cats win three straight, back home for final two games
April 21, 2023
Battleship H2O - The event only takes place once a semester, but Battleship H2O is a fun and competitive sport for everyone on campus.
All hands on deck: Battleship H2O returns
April 21, 2023
CLIMB - Korfker and DeVries help each other climbing during Midnight Madness.
Midnight Madness at the PEIF
April 14, 2023

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All content by Ray Bressette

‘Hockeyville USA’ Marquette to host NHL game Oct. 4

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June 1, 2016

Former Wildcat signs with Pittsburgh Steelers

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June 1, 2016

Athletic facilities seek future upgrades

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April 20, 2016

Ostrowsky’s experience can lead NMU to success

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April 13, 2016

Out with the old, in with the new

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April 6, 2016

A sit-down with NMU’s new defensive coordinator

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April 6, 2016

’Cats bring NFL talent to lead defense

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March 30, 2016

Month of madness for college basketball fans

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March 23, 2016

University to release new logos

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March 16, 2016

Hockey season in review with head coach Walt Kyle

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March 16, 2016

Women’s basketball team shows glimpse of future

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March 9, 2016

Playoffs begin at Ferris for Wildcat hockey team

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March 9, 2016

Wildcats lose opener to Tech and home ice destiny

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March 5, 2016

Home-and-home with Tech will determine NMU’s fate

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March 4, 2016

How NMU can clinch home ice for the WCHA playoffs

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March 3, 2016

Comeback falls short, NMU’s season ends at Ashland

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March 3, 2016

‘Cats travel to No. 6-ranked Ashland to open playoffs

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March 1, 2016

Injured Wildcat offense goes quiet against Tech

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February 26, 2016

Women’s basketball team visits Tech before playoffs

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February 24, 2016

‘Cats sink Lakers in U.P. rivalry, closing in on playoffs

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February 18, 2016

Meet Ron Fonger, the NMU grad who uncovered the Flint water crisis

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February 17, 2016

Senior weekend can inch ’Cats closer to playoffs

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February 17, 2016

Hockey team’s fights for home ice continues hosting ’Bama

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February 17, 2016

O.J. Simpson vs. Steven Avery: Is there a difference?

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February 10, 2016

Ferris series may decide playoff home ice

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February 10, 2016

Gaspervich’s double-double tops Bulldogs for season sweep

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February 6, 2016

’Cat Scratch Fever

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February 3, 2016

’Cats look for first sweep of season against Anchorage

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February 3, 2016

Future vs. Past: Newton will overshadow Manning’s final Super Bowl

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February 3, 2016

Wildcats welcome Tech for rivalry matchup

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February 1, 2016

Injury-plagued ‘Cats host archrival Huskies Monday night

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February 1, 2016

Road trip before Tech slated for men’s basketball team

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January 27, 2016

Wild rivalry weekend could determine ’Cats’ season

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January 27, 2016

Men’s basketball team host top GLIAC opponent

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January 20, 2016

NMU hosts Nanooks in first 2016 home series

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January 13, 2016

Sall embarks on third return to Ferris

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January 13, 2016

‘Cats can’t take advantage of late chances against Michigan

Ray Bressette
December 29, 2015

Wildcats face Michigan in GLI

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December 29, 2015

Shine’s penalty shot finishes hat trick, last-second win

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December 5, 2015

Sall disappointed in home opener

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December 4, 2015

’Cats travel south to Alabama-Huntsville

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December 2, 2015

Men’s basketball team opens GLIAC play at home

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December 2, 2015

Women’s basketball team hits LSSU tourney

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November 18, 2015

Men’s basketball team drops regular season opener

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November 18, 2015

Izzo praises his alma mater

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November 11, 2015

State down, Michigan to go for men’s basketball

Ray Bressette
November 11, 2015

Greg Hardy’s verdict proves NFL, court system flaws

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November 11, 2015

Men open season against B1G teams

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November 4, 2015

Men’s basketball takes gradual steps towards future

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November 4, 2015

Liewen rebounds from two-year injury

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November 4, 2015

Women’s basketball retools for future

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November 4, 2015

Volleyball ’Cats spike nation’s top opponent

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November 4, 2015

Tolvanen continues to shine in scoreless tie with Bemidji

Ray Bressette
October 30, 2015

Wildcat athletics deserve more of your support

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October 28, 2015

Packer legend brings Lambeau leap to NMU

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October 21, 2015

’Cats prepare to pounce on Husky hockey

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October 21, 2015

‘Cats look to sink Lakers in home opener

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October 14, 2015

Football team brings winning record to Detroit

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October 14, 2015

Freshman goalie brings NMU to 2-2 tie with Wisconsin on opening night

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October 10, 2015

Hockey team faces B1G opponent Wisconsin

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October 7, 2015

Faculty fear job, course cuts for Winter 2016 semester

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September 30, 2015

’Cats take on Dogs in classic U.P. rivalry

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September 23, 2015

Football hosts Hillsdale for homecoming

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September 16, 2015

Soccer ’Cats host conference opponents

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September 16, 2015

Wildcats soar over Hawks in home opener

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September 12, 2015

Football team hosts Hawks in home opener

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September 10, 2015

Football travels to Northwood for season opener

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September 3, 2015

Volleyball season starts with Wildcat Open

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September 3, 2015

Catching up with former Wildcat Justin Florek

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August 27, 2015

Knight brings championship experience to NMU football

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August 27, 2015

’Cats aim to ‘finish the job’ this season

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August 27, 2015

The last you’ll hear about deflategate…hopefully

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August 27, 2015

Track team’s season ends at NCAA Championships

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June 4, 2015

Sall piecing together roster for third season

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June 4, 2015

Hockey team announces 2015-16 recruiting class

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June 4, 2015

Colla and Gruber sign professional contracts

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April 23, 2015

NMU Football team wraps up spring with intrasquad matchup

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April 23, 2015

Wildcats set school track and field records

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April 16, 2015

Football team hosts annual spring game

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April 16, 2015

’Cats host rivals in spring finale

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April 9, 2015

Track team opens outdoor play in Wisconsin

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April 2, 2015

Spartans and Badgers compete for NCAA Final Four Glory

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April 2, 2015

It’s time for the MLB to forgive Pete Rose

Ray Bressette
March 26, 2015

Volleyball team continues spring sessions at Michigan Tech

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March 19, 2015

Hockey season ends at Bowling Green

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March 19, 2015

Hockey ’Cats draw Falcons in first round

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March 12, 2015

Wildcats say goodbye to six seniors

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March 12, 2015

Wildcats swept by Huskies in regular season finale

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March 8, 2015

‘Cats and Dogs scratch for home ice in regular-season finale

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March 6, 2015

Road to repeat begins at Grand Valley for ‘Cats

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March 3, 2015

’Cats host rival Huskies before GLIAC tournament

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February 26, 2015

Playoff picture tightening on hockey ’Cats

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February 19, 2015

Hockey team gets second chance with Bemidji

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February 12, 2015

Football team recruits six U.P. natives for 2015 season

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February 5, 2015

Hockey ’Cats return to non-conference play in Duluth

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February 5, 2015

Hockey team hosts last-place Seawolves

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January 29, 2015

Legion of Boom faces destiny in Super Bowl XLIX

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January 29, 2015

’Cats scratch with Nittany Lions

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January 22, 2015

Wildcats muzzle Huskies in series win

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January 15, 2015

Ski team earns national honors

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January 15, 2015
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