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BRAINSTORM - Two students carefully design their sprigs that will be placed on Wildcat Willy’s shirt during the first of several workshops with artist George Rodriguez.
Students work with Artist George Rodriguez in workshops, artist talk
October 10, 2024
WORKING TOGETHER - Members and staff of the NMU music department donated an assortment of baked goods to be sold to help raise funds for the NAfME.
NAfME hosts bake sale to support future music educators
October 10, 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
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
For environmentalists like me, studying and using these methods first-hand has provided me with a much deeper understanding of their use.
Opinion — Ecological Restoration or Destruction?
October 10, 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
LOUD AND CLEAR — Student Sami Brown opens for Maddie & Tae at NMU's Homecoming Concert.
Profile — Sami Brown takes the stage
October 10, 2024
REACHING OUT — Students attending a Wildpups event reach to pet Boris for comfort in between classes.
A closer look — The life of an NMU Wildpup
October 7, 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
Men’s soccer ends weekend at home with split
Men’s soccer ends weekend at home with split
October 6, 2024
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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
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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. 15
Pizza Cat — Vol. 15
October 7, 2024
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Plaid takes over campus as community gathers for 12th annual Plaidurday photo
October 7, 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

The North Wind

The North Wind
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

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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

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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

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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

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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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