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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
A pile of finished books, and a 'to read' pile. A few were inspired from social media, mystery book dates and a desire to take advice from writing experts.
Opinion — The Status of literature in the digital age: are we missing the point?
November 21, 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
ALL SET UP — Clothing is laid out for a sustainable swap as part of the Green Friday event.
EcoReps celebrates sustainability
November 21, 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
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
All content by Sadie Brink
TIME TO PLAY THE GAME—Here is the brand new gaming setup for the NMU Esports team in Harden Hall. Now the wait is on from COVID-19 to when they can use it. Photo courtesy of Mark Kirkendall.

Esports prepping to start playing in its new home

Sadie Brink
November 24, 2020
LAXERS ADD NEW ASSISTANT COACH—Elizabeth Forbes has been hired as an assistant coach to Women's Lacrosse Head Coach Lindsey LeMay's staff. Photo courtesy of Elizabeth Forbes.

Elizabeth Forbes hired to Wildcats’ lacrosse staff

Sadie Brink
November 11, 2020
Photo courtesy of State of Michigan DNR NOT WABBIT SEASON, IT’S DUCK SEASON—Duck season has begun in the U.P. as of Saturday, Sept. 26, and will run through late November.

Fresh duck hunting season takes flight

Sadie Brink
September 30, 2020
Photo courtesy of NMU Esports Club

Esports: The newest team on campus

Sadie Brink
September 22, 2020
Superior Dome field

PEIF, Superior Dome closed to the public through October 1

Sadie Brink
August 26, 2020
Photo courtesy of Sadie Brink

PEIF reopens in modified style for fall semester

Sadie Brink
August 24, 2020
CHAMPIONSHIP MEET—The Wildcats look to dethrone Grand Valley State, the program that has won every GLIAC championship this century. Photo courtesy of NMU Athletics.

‘Cats run towards GLIAC’s

Sadie Brink
February 27, 2020
First win of LeMay era sets up new energy

First win of LeMay era sets up new energy

Sadie Brink
February 27, 2020
BIG TIME AT THE BIG DAWG—Sophomore Anna Kelley runs for the Wildcats with competitors right behind, and everyone was behind the Wildcats at the Big Dawg Invitational this past weekend. Photo courtesy of NMU Athletics.

Track and field impresses at Big Dawg Invite

Sadie Brink
February 13, 2020
RUNNING THE GAUNTLET—The Wildcats have a tough stretch ahead of them, beginning on Saturday, Feb. 8 with the Pointer Invite. Photo courtesy of NMU Athletics

Track and field heads for Stevens Point

Sadie Brink
February 6, 2020
Head Coach Jenny Ryan

Track and field dominates at only home meet

Sadie Brink
January 23, 2020
CHAMPIONSHIPS IN GRASP—After what has been a very successful start to the season, both skiing teams are pushing towards the NCAA Championships. Photo courtesy of NMU Athletics.

Skiiers win at Tech Trails

Sadie Brink
January 16, 2020
ALL ABOARD—NMU Swim and Dive is on the rollercoaster to NCAA Championships as its tough stretch begins. Photo courtesy of NMU Athletics.

Swim and dive race toward crucial stretch

Sadie Brink
December 5, 2019
MIDWEST REGIONAL CAPS SEASON'S END—The Wildcats finish its season with an 11th place finish at the Midwest Regional. Photo courtesy of NMU Athletics.

‘Cats XC wraps up with 11th place finish

Sadie Brink
November 14, 2019
‘CATS SHUTOUT ASHLAND—Freshman Francisco Espinoza kicks a ball during a regular season home game for the Wildcats. Photo courtesy of NMU Athletics.

Soccer defeats Ashland on Senior Day

Sadie Brink
November 7, 2019
Head Coach Jenny Ryan

Women’s XC finishes fifth at GLIAC meet

Sadie Brink
October 31, 2019
MIDWEST REGIONAL CAPS SEASON'S END—The Wildcats finish its season with an 11th place finish at the Midwest Regional. Photo courtesy of NMU Athletics.

Runners capture U.P. championship

Sadie Brink
October 24, 2019
RUNNING FOR BRAGGING RIGHTS—The Wildcats will host Michigan Tech for the cross country U.P. championship. The teams faced off in a scrimmage in the preseason. Photo courtesy of NMU Athletics.

Wildcats vie for U.P. title against Tech

Sadie Brink
October 17, 2019
AVID ADVENTURERS—The SSCC is looking for new members to join their group to experience the U.P.’s beautiful nature for themselves. Denali Drake/NW

Marquette climbers ascend local walls

Sadie Brink
October 10, 2019
HOPING FOR COMEBACK—The Wildcats will be on the road this week, as they travel downstate to take on the Ferris State Bulldogs and Northwood Timberwolves on Friday, Oct. 4 and Saturday, Oct. 5. Photo courtesy of NMU Athletics.

Volleyballers drop three GLIAC matches

Sadie Brink
October 3, 2019
RUNNING AWAY WITH SUCCESS—NMU goes into the Roy Griak this weekend with real momentum, and they are wanting to continue to improve as the season progresses. Photo courtesy of NMU Athletics.

`Cats prep for Roy Griak

Sadie Brink
September 25, 2019
REPEATING SUCCESS — After a great 2018-19 season, the Wildcats have high expectations this year. Photo courtesy of NMU Athletics.

Just keep swimming

Sadie Brink
September 19, 2019
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