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FRIENDLY COMPETITION — The track and field contestants all receive trophies after competing against each other in the SAAC's jeopardy event.
Student Athlete Advisory Committee hosts family feud
March 21, 2025
MAKING ART— Rebecca Daly discusses protest art with students interested in creating their own.
Student Leader Fellowship Program teaches students about protest art, history
March 21, 2025
BAKE SALE — NMU's Entomology Club hosted a two-day bake sale in Jamrich Hall.
Students get buggy at on-campus bake sale
March 18, 2025
TEACH — NMU student Libby Myren presents the difference between misinformation, disinformation and what drives someone to spread them online.
Misinformation, disinformation event teaches students to think critically
March 18, 2025
TELL YOUR STORY - Hanif Abdurraqib stands before his audience, inspiring them with his words.
Writer Hanif Abdurraqib visits NMU
March 12, 2025
From left: Executive Chef Derek Estes and student employees Evie McCully and Teiolla Harvey present a mango Noba freeze with boba. (Photo courtesy of NMU)
New drinks on campus: Boba
March 20, 2025
TOO MUCH SNOW — The blizzard that ravaged the U.P. on March 5, just a few days prior grass was starting to come out. Once again I believe the Upper Peninsula's Fake Spring.
The greatest slight of winter, False Spring
March 19, 2025
ALL SET UP — The Dungeons and Wildcats table for Fall Fest in the 2024 fall semester.
Being in a club makes college better
March 19, 2025
STOP AND LOOK — Spring break is a time to enjoy the weather, as the wind warms and the grass grows through the snow.
The boons and banes of spring break
March 19, 2025
EXPRESS YOURSELF- News Editor Megan Voorhees puts herself out their in an odd way. Graphic by Deirdre Northrup-Riesterer
Getting back out of my hermit shell
February 27, 2025
DIVING IN — Students share laughs in the pool during the movie.
Dive-in— Interactive movie showing of Moana 2
March 21, 2025
BE WELL— A Wildpup poses while participating in the WellBeing Fair.
WellBeing Fair promotes campus, community resources
March 21, 2025
LOVE FOR LANGUAGE — Marquette community members join NMU students and faculty on campus for Poetry without Borders.
Poetry without Borders exceeds expectations
March 20, 2025
LET'S PARTY — Hunt Hall's 21st Annual Root Beer Bash will take place this Friday.
Hunt Hall to host Root Beer Bash
March 20, 2025
COOKING UP A STORM — A table filled with home made dishes.
Hoop Soup — Hoop House enjoys recent harvest
March 17, 2025
Women’s basketball comes to an end after tournament run
Women’s basketball comes to an end after tournament run
March 21, 2025
Josie Lakosky Leads NMU Women’s Lacrosse Team
Josie Lakosky Leads NMU Women’s Lacrosse Team
March 21, 2025
Wildcats show promise in first game of season under Head Coach Erin Egolf
Wildcats show promise in first game of season under Head Coach Erin Egolf
March 20, 2025
Women’s wrestling season comes to an end after the championships
Women’s wrestling season comes to an end after the championships
March 19, 2025
PRACTICE MAKES PERFECT — Chris Black practices his swings at the Marquette County Golf Club. Black has been playing golf since he was 12 when he learned with his father in Northern Ireland.
The NMU golf teams put up solid numbers over spring break
March 19, 2025
Wildcats show promise in first game of season under Head Coach Erin Egolf
Wildcats show promise in first game of season under Head Coach Erin Egolf
March 20, 2025
Pizza Cat — Vol. 30
Pizza Cat — Vol. 30
March 19, 2025
Pizza Cat — Vol. 29
Pizza Cat — Vol. 29
March 11, 2025
St. Thomas hands NMU back-to-back losses in Wildcats’ home finale
St. Thomas hands NMU back-to-back losses in Wildcats’ home finale
February 27, 2025
Pizza Cat — Vol. 28
Pizza Cat — Vol. 28
February 18, 2025

The North Wind

The North Wind
All content by Ray Bressette

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

Ray Bressette
June 1, 2016

Former Wildcat signs with Pittsburgh Steelers

Ray Bressette
June 1, 2016

Athletic facilities seek future upgrades

Ray Bressette
April 20, 2016

Ostrowsky’s experience can lead NMU to success

Ray Bressette
April 13, 2016

Out with the old, in with the new

Ray Bressette
April 6, 2016

A sit-down with NMU’s new defensive coordinator

Ray Bressette
April 6, 2016

’Cats bring NFL talent to lead defense

Ray Bressette
March 30, 2016

Month of madness for college basketball fans

Ray Bressette
March 23, 2016

University to release new logos

Ray Bressette
March 16, 2016

Hockey season in review with head coach Walt Kyle

Ray Bressette
March 16, 2016

Women’s basketball team shows glimpse of future

Ray Bressette
March 9, 2016

Playoffs begin at Ferris for Wildcat hockey team

Ray Bressette
March 9, 2016

Wildcats lose opener to Tech and home ice destiny

Ray Bressette
March 5, 2016

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

Ray Bressette
March 4, 2016

How NMU can clinch home ice for the WCHA playoffs

Ray Bressette
March 3, 2016

Comeback falls short, NMU’s season ends at Ashland

Ray Bressette
March 3, 2016

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

Ray Bressette
March 1, 2016

Injured Wildcat offense goes quiet against Tech

Ray Bressette
February 26, 2016

Women’s basketball team visits Tech before playoffs

Ray Bressette
February 24, 2016

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

Ray Bressette
February 18, 2016

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

Ray Bressette
February 17, 2016

Senior weekend can inch ’Cats closer to playoffs

Ray Bressette
February 17, 2016

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

Ray Bressette
February 17, 2016

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

Ray Bressette
February 10, 2016

Ferris series may decide playoff home ice

Ray Bressette
February 10, 2016

Gaspervich’s double-double tops Bulldogs for season sweep

Ray Bressette
February 6, 2016

’Cat Scratch Fever

Ray Bressette
February 3, 2016

’Cats look for first sweep of season against Anchorage

Ray Bressette
February 3, 2016

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

Ray Bressette
February 3, 2016

Wildcats welcome Tech for rivalry matchup

Ray Bressette
February 1, 2016

Injury-plagued ‘Cats host archrival Huskies Monday night

Ray Bressette
February 1, 2016

Road trip before Tech slated for men’s basketball team

Ray Bressette
January 27, 2016

Wild rivalry weekend could determine ’Cats’ season

Ray Bressette
January 27, 2016

Men’s basketball team host top GLIAC opponent

Ray Bressette
January 20, 2016

NMU hosts Nanooks in first 2016 home series

Ray Bressette
January 13, 2016

Sall embarks on third return to Ferris

Ray Bressette
January 13, 2016

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

Ray Bressette
December 29, 2015

Wildcats face Michigan in GLI

Ray Bressette
December 29, 2015

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

Ray Bressette
December 5, 2015

Sall disappointed in home opener

Ray Bressette
December 4, 2015

’Cats travel south to Alabama-Huntsville

Ray Bressette
December 2, 2015

Men’s basketball team opens GLIAC play at home

Ray Bressette
December 2, 2015

Women’s basketball team hits LSSU tourney

Ray Bressette
November 18, 2015

Men’s basketball team drops regular season opener

Ray Bressette
November 18, 2015

Izzo praises his alma mater

Ray Bressette
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

Ray Bressette
November 11, 2015

Men open season against B1G teams

Ray Bressette
November 4, 2015

Men’s basketball takes gradual steps towards future

Ray Bressette
November 4, 2015

Liewen rebounds from two-year injury

Ray Bressette
November 4, 2015

Women’s basketball retools for future

Ray Bressette
November 4, 2015

Volleyball ’Cats spike nation’s top opponent

Ray Bressette
November 4, 2015

Tolvanen continues to shine in scoreless tie with Bemidji

Ray Bressette
October 30, 2015

Wildcat athletics deserve more of your support

Ray Bressette
October 28, 2015

Packer legend brings Lambeau leap to NMU

Ray Bressette
October 21, 2015

’Cats prepare to pounce on Husky hockey

Ray Bressette
October 21, 2015

‘Cats look to sink Lakers in home opener

Ray Bressette
October 14, 2015

Football team brings winning record to Detroit

Ray Bressette
October 14, 2015

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

Ray Bressette
October 10, 2015

Hockey team faces B1G opponent Wisconsin

Ray Bressette
October 7, 2015

Faculty fear job, course cuts for Winter 2016 semester

Ray Bressette
September 30, 2015

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

Ray Bressette
September 23, 2015

Football hosts Hillsdale for homecoming

Ray Bressette
September 16, 2015

Soccer ’Cats host conference opponents

Ray Bressette
September 16, 2015

Wildcats soar over Hawks in home opener

Ray Bressette
September 12, 2015

Football team hosts Hawks in home opener

Ray Bressette
September 10, 2015

Football travels to Northwood for season opener

Ray Bressette
September 3, 2015

Volleyball season starts with Wildcat Open

Ray Bressette
September 3, 2015

Catching up with former Wildcat Justin Florek

Ray Bressette
August 27, 2015

Knight brings championship experience to NMU football

Ray Bressette
August 27, 2015

’Cats aim to ‘finish the job’ this season

Ray Bressette
August 27, 2015

The last you’ll hear about deflategate…hopefully

Ray Bressette
August 27, 2015

Track team’s season ends at NCAA Championships

Ray Bressette
June 4, 2015

Sall piecing together roster for third season

Ray Bressette
June 4, 2015

Hockey team announces 2015-16 recruiting class

Ray Bressette
June 4, 2015

Colla and Gruber sign professional contracts

Ray Bressette
April 23, 2015

NMU Football team wraps up spring with intrasquad matchup

Ray Bressette
April 23, 2015

Wildcats set school track and field records

Ray Bressette
April 16, 2015

Football team hosts annual spring game

Ray Bressette
April 16, 2015

’Cats host rivals in spring finale

Ray Bressette
April 9, 2015

Track team opens outdoor play in Wisconsin

Ray Bressette
April 2, 2015

Spartans and Badgers compete for NCAA Final Four Glory

Ray Bressette
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

Ray Bressette
March 19, 2015

Hockey season ends at Bowling Green

Ray Bressette
March 19, 2015

Hockey ’Cats draw Falcons in first round

Ray Bressette
March 12, 2015

Wildcats say goodbye to six seniors

Ray Bressette
March 12, 2015

Wildcats swept by Huskies in regular season finale

Ray Bressette
March 8, 2015

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

Ray Bressette
March 6, 2015

Road to repeat begins at Grand Valley for ‘Cats

Ray Bressette
March 3, 2015

’Cats host rival Huskies before GLIAC tournament

Ray Bressette
February 26, 2015

Playoff picture tightening on hockey ’Cats

Ray Bressette
February 19, 2015

Hockey team gets second chance with Bemidji

Ray Bressette
February 12, 2015

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

Ray Bressette
February 5, 2015

Hockey ’Cats return to non-conference play in Duluth

Ray Bressette
February 5, 2015

Hockey team hosts last-place Seawolves

Ray Bressette
January 29, 2015

Legion of Boom faces destiny in Super Bowl XLIX

Ray Bressette
January 29, 2015

’Cats scratch with Nittany Lions

Ray Bressette
January 22, 2015

Wildcats muzzle Huskies in series win

Ray Bressette
January 15, 2015

Ski team earns national honors

Ray Bressette
January 15, 2015
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