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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 Shaina James

ASNMU has promising future

Shaina James
April 11, 2013

ASNMU Judiciary full, focused on improvement

Shaina James
April 4, 2013

ASNMU board approves second ASNMUJ member

Shaina James
March 28, 2013

ASNMU debates set for Friday

Shaina James
March 28, 2013

ASNMU considers finances

Shaina James
March 21, 2013

Olympic board vote could leave USOEC with an uncertain future

Shaina James
February 21, 2013

Alumni honored for education methods

Shaina James
February 7, 2013

Enrich college life, attend lectures

Shaina James
January 31, 2013

Kindness in community noticed

Shaina James
January 31, 2013

Meth lab discovered on Presque Isle

Shaina James
January 24, 2013

Student drowning labeled accidental

Shaina James
January 24, 2013

Participate in MLK Day events

Shaina James
January 17, 2013

Police investigate soccer player drowning

Shaina James
December 6, 2012

Respect nature, act responsibly

Shaina James
November 29, 2012

Dated music tires students

Shaina James
October 18, 2012

NMU leading rusher could face time in jail

Shaina James
October 11, 2012

Student funeral planned

Shaina James
September 20, 2012

Poor range for WiMAX

Shaina James
September 13, 2012

Commencement speaker announced

Shaina James
April 26, 2012

Provost to be approved by Board

Shaina James
April 19, 2012

Choices needed for summer classes

Shaina James
April 12, 2012

Emergency response plan needs awareness

Shaina James
March 29, 2012

NMU provost candidates announced

Shaina James
March 22, 2012

Survey about weapons on campus

Shaina James
March 1, 2012

Graduate student conducts survey

Shaina James
February 23, 2012

NMU hockey televised nationally

Shaina James
February 16, 2012

Ski race offered for everyone who can ‘bear’ the cold

Shaina James
February 16, 2012

Fear shouldn’t stop a vacation

Shaina James
February 9, 2012

Financial Aid extends hours for FAFSA help for students

Shaina James
February 2, 2012

Starbucks patio completely smoke-free

Shaina James
February 2, 2012

False reports of Joe Pa’s passing went out before death

Shaina James
January 26, 2012

WiMAX dongles now available for students with Macs

Shaina James
January 26, 2012

Internet censorship bills postponed

Shaina James
January 26, 2012

MGH recognized for breast cancer imaging program

Shaina James
January 19, 2012

Board purchases house near campus

Shaina James
January 19, 2012

Students’ charges reduced in stolen property cases

Shaina James
December 8, 2011

Cabinet offers various campus expertise

Shaina James
December 8, 2011

Bomb threats damper Black Friday shopping

Shaina James
December 1, 2011

Students arrested: Six NMU hockey players charged with possession of stolen property

Shaina James
November 17, 2011

Jamrich Hall plans sent for approval to demolish current buildings

Shaina James
November 10, 2011

Extra credit brings up questions

Shaina James
November 3, 2011

Adjuncts approve to join AAUP

Shaina James
October 28, 2011

Bike thefts go unreported to the local authorities

Shaina James
October 20, 2011

Mandatory drug testing at schools is unconstitutional

Shaina James
October 20, 2011

Jamrich renovation options laid out

Shaina James
October 13, 2011

Board approves budget for current year

Shaina James
October 6, 2011

Adjuncts receive ballots to vote on joining AAUP

Shaina James
September 29, 2011

Adjuncts seek representation by the American Association of University Professors

Shaina James
September 22, 2011

NMU Mac users will soon have access to WiMAX

Shaina James
September 15, 2011

Social networking sites don’t belong in the classroom

Shaina James
September 8, 2011

Discussion of a smoke-free campus reopened

Shaina James
September 8, 2011

24-hour lounge maybe discontinued due to lack of use

Shaina James
September 1, 2011

Residence halls near capacity

Shaina James
September 1, 2011

Event held for brain tumor center

Shaina James
April 21, 2011
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