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IMPORTANT POINTS — Helen Bienek, president of Spooner Hall, discusses points to propose to NLD faculty.
Conversations to improve NMU Dining
September 29, 2023
CLAIMING MICHIGAN — The canoe showcased at the exhibit, Claiming Michigan: The 1820 Expedition of Lewis Cass, which is now on display at the The Beaumier Heritage Center until January.
Exploring the expedition of Lewis Cass at Beaumier
September 29, 2023
Joleigh Martinez/NW
Narcan training provides emergency response education
September 27, 2023
BUILT FOR TOMORROW — Jacobetti Complex renovated to include new spaces and new technology. A rededication ceremony was hosted Friday, Sept. 15 celebrating the complexs renovation.
Jacobetti Complex receives modern makeover
September 22, 2023
Joleigh Martinez/NW
Join President Tessman for Fun Run
September 20, 2023
UNION AT WORK — A truck parked on campus during the faculty contract negotiations. Watching a union settle disputes in real time was a pretty big deal for me, and it spread across campus as well.
Opinion — The strength in union power
September 29, 2023
RIGHT AROUND THE CORNER — New Age Tattoo, one of the few places around town at which anyone can get a tattoo. While I have yet to get one myself, I cant say I havent looked up their prices online before.
Opinion — An outsider’s appreciation of tattoos and piercings
September 28, 2023
GETTING OUTSIDE — Taking a break from studying at Pebble Beach to breathe and enjoy one of the sunnier days in Marquette (with a coffee of course).
Opinion — An in-denial caffeine addict
September 27, 2023
COOKING — Having an oven is an easy way to make and prepare meals of almost any kind. If you live in the dorms, using the shared kitchen may be awkward, but it can lead to friendly interactions with your neighbors.
Editorial — Learning to cook for yourself
September 26, 2023
RELAX — Sometimes taking a minute by the lake can help clear your mind. When you have classes you dislike, its important to try and stay as positive as possible.
Opinion — What to do when you hate your classes
September 21, 2023
IMPORTANT POINTS — Helen Bienek, president of Spooner Hall, discusses points to propose to NLD faculty.
Conversations to improve NMU Dining
September 29, 2023
PURE PERFECTION — Sarah Saead, a manager at The Crib and an NMU alum, makes a beautiful latte with a foam leaf on top.
The perfect excuse to grab a cup of coffee
September 28, 2023
BRAINSTORMING — NAE members attend their weekly meeting to share ideas and begin planning. Photo courtesy of Brianna Weaver
Student org spotlight — Northern Arts and Entertainment plans big-ticket entertainment
September 27, 2023
SLIDING INTO THE GAMES — Students dove in headfirst at this years Dead River Games.
Dive into the Dead River Games
September 21, 2023
Joleigh Martinez/NW
Join President Tessman for Fun Run
September 20, 2023
GOALS NEEDED — NMU has scored just five goals all season and with four of their losses coming in one score matches.
M Soccer: Offensive struggles lead to three straight losses
September 29, 2023
SETTING IN — Transfer quarterback Mariano Valenti had a huge night against Quincy University throwing for 368 yards and scoring three touchdowns after having two turnovers in each of his first two starts.
Football: Fourth quarter woes continue to plague the Wildcats, start season 0-4
September 29, 2023
NATIONALLY RANKED — No.18 NMU will look to make a jump in the national polls this weekend when they face No.13 Grand Valley in Marquette. NMU is 6-1-1 on the season after a tough loss to Saginaw Valley and will look to get back in the win column this weekend.
W Soccer: No. 18 NMU, No. 13 GVST to face off in top 25 battle
September 29, 2023
CELEBRATION — The Cats celebrate a long-awaited win after starting the season 2-10, performing a 3-0 sweep against Michigan Tech.
W Volleyball: ‘Cats get 3-0 sweep over Michigan Tech
September 27, 2023
TRADITION — Established in 1979, the Moosemen hold the distinction of being NMUs oldest campus club.
Moosemen rugby embracing tradition with new season underway
September 22, 2023
Engines roar and spirits soar at NMU Homecoming parade
Engines roar and spirits soar at NMU Homecoming parade
September 16, 2023
InterVarsity Christian Fellowship hosts ultimate cantaloupe
InterVarsity Christian Fellowship hosts ultimate cantaloupe
September 3, 2023
The Story of Jake Witt
July 14, 2023
Divest NMU Climate Change Protest- April 20, 2023
July 14, 2023
NMU Student Gun Violence Protest – April 13, 2023
July 14, 2023

The North Wind

The North Wind
All content by Trinity Carey
Pictured above is the Cleveland Cliff Mining Co. in 1960. The building is now the vacant Cliffs-Dow Chemical Co. which rests along the Lake Superior shoreline. The city intends to sell the property in the near future. Photo courtesy of Superior View

City to sell Cliffs-Dow

Trinity Carey
April 26, 2018
Lakeshore may move inland

Lakeshore may move inland

Trinity Carey
April 19, 2018
The Sustainable Garden Club acts to manage a completely student-run garden to empower and educate fellow students. They empathize sustainable practices such as permaculture. Photo by: Trinity Carey

Garden club plans project

Trinity Carey
April 12, 2018
‘Big Pitch’ new business contest selects winner

‘Big Pitch’ new business contest selects winner

Trinity Carey
April 5, 2018
Garden Bouquet and Design, lcoated on Spring Street, offers unique floral arrangements, build your own terrarium sets, home decorations, apothecary and more. Photo by: Trinity Carey

Garden Bouquet offers unique floral arrangements & more

Trinity Carey
March 29, 2018
Students to present business ideas at The Big Pitch

Students to present business ideas at The Big Pitch

Trinity Carey
March 27, 2018
Cosmetology students work at their styling stations in the cosmetology salon located in the Jacobetti Complex. Photo by: Trinity Carey

Cosmic cuts: NMU cosmetology students get hands-on professional experience styling hair, nails at Jacobetti Complex

Trinity Carey
March 22, 2018
A member of the Northern Michigan University chapter of Best Buddies sports mismatched socks to spread awareness about the unique personalities of individuals with Down Syndrome. Photo by: Trinity Carey

Odd socks for WDSD

Trinity Carey
March 22, 2018
NMU’s Best Buddies to become official chapter

NMU’s Best Buddies to become official chapter

Trinity Carey
March 15, 2018
Beers are bottled and available in the tasting room every Saturday. Photo by: Lindsey Eaton

Wish you were beer

Trinity Carey
March 1, 2018
Community members have decorated the statue of Phil Niemisto located in his pocket park.

Phil Niemisto: Window Washer, Gardener, Giver, Local Icon and Old Soul

Trinity Carey
February 27, 2018
Dravland

Community to spread goodness

Trinity Carey
February 22, 2018
Rochester

Student athlete administers CPR to save a life

Trinity Carey
February 8, 2018
The right to choose is still relevant

The right to choose is still relevant

Trinity Carey
February 1, 2018
Locals placed a chook hat on the statue after hearing about the vandalism. Photo by: Emma Case

Phil statue to be repaired

Trinity Carey
February 1, 2018

Professors shed light on communism

Trinity Carey
January 25, 2018
Junior early childhood ed. major Cassie Crooks and retail manager and partner Paul Vafa getting their caffeine fix. Photo by Lindsey Eaton

Coffee Made With Care

Trinity Carey
January 18, 2018
Medicinal plant major course now available

Medicinal plant major course now available

Trinity Carey
January 18, 2018
Photo by Trinity Carey: The newly formed Food Recovery Network at NMU discusses why food waste is a problem and the ways they plan to provide a solution to members of the campus community in a classroom in Jamrich Hall.

Local chapter forms to cut down food waste

Trinity Carey
December 7, 2017
Photo courtesy of Marquette City Public Works: The mouth of the Carp River, pictured above, is eroded due to the storm surge from October that also tore up asphalt in Shiras Park. The damage caused by the storm totals nearly $100,000 but repairs are being made.

Carp River mouth faces repairs after October storm

Trinity Carey
November 30, 2017
Former NMU professor seen as one of U.P.’s top writers

Former NMU professor seen as one of U.P.’s top writers

Trinity Carey
November 16, 2017
Photo by Emma Case: Lake Superior is experiencing a rise in water levels mostly due to a an increase in precipitation for this region over the last five years.

Lake Superior water levels reach historic high

Trinity Carey
November 9, 2017
Photo by Neil: Senior English writing major Alberto Flores runs with a Rugby ball also known as a “quanco.” A traditional quanco is made of pig bladder and is diamond shaped to make it easier to throw.

Moosemen ranked ninth

Trinity Carey
November 2, 2017
Local counties plan homeless awareness activities

Local counties plan homeless awareness activities

Trinity Carey
October 26, 2017
Photo by Neil Flavin: Phil Niemisto sits beside the newly unveiled statue of his own likeness in the downtown Marquette pocket park named in his honor during the public ceremony Tuesday, celebrating his local fame as an iconic window washer.

Statue honoring Marquette icon unveiled

Trinity Carey
October 19, 2017
Seasonal change improves the soul

Seasonal change improves the soul

Trinity Carey
October 12, 2017
UNITED offers array of talks on diversity

UNITED offers array of talks on diversity

Trinity Carey
September 21, 2017
Lindsey Eaton

Campus ministry group plans relief for Harvey, Irma victims

Trinity Carey
September 14, 2017
Discussing the problem: NMU preps for visiting poet

Discussing the problem: NMU preps for visiting poet

Trinity Carey
September 7, 2017
The man behind the metallic masterpieces

The man behind the metallic masterpieces

Trinity Carey
August 31, 2017
A Superior view: Kayak tours at Presque Isle offer a new sight-seeing perspective of the peninsula

A Superior view: Kayak tours at Presque Isle offer a new sight-seeing perspective of the peninsula

Trinity Carey
June 8, 2017
Can a mid-midlife crisis be a thing?

Can a mid-midlife crisis be a thing?

Trinity Carey
June 8, 2017
Looking north?

Looking north?

Trinity Carey
April 27, 2017
Get your Thill at Thill’s Fish Market

Get your Thill at Thill’s Fish Market

Trinity Carey
April 20, 2017
Making strikes toward sustainability

Making strikes toward sustainability

Trinity Carey
April 13, 2017

Stepping back into the roaring fashion of WWI

Trinity Carey
April 13, 2017
Winter Marketplace

Winter Marketplace

Trinity Carey
April 6, 2017
Rokerthon at NMU

Rokerthon at NMU

Trinity Carey
March 30, 2017
Professionally piercing the 906

Professionally piercing the 906

Trinity Carey
March 23, 2017

Dorms go dark to make a difference

Trinity Carey
March 23, 2017
Students exhibit at the Peter White

Students exhibit at the Peter White

Trinity Carey
March 16, 2017

Money means less to millennials

Trinity Carey
February 23, 2017
We’re all mad in Winterland

We’re all mad in Winterland

Trinity Carey
February 23, 2017
FRT goes mad

FRT goes mad

Trinity Carey
February 16, 2017
Lipstick, lashes, love

Lipstick, lashes, love

Trinity Carey
February 9, 2017
Two games. Zero waste.

Two games. Zero waste.

Trinity Carey
February 2, 2017

Meet Seeds & Spores

Trinity Carey
January 26, 2017

Forum of decorum

Trinity Carey
January 19, 2017

A Christmas classic coming to the community

Trinity Carey
November 30, 2016

Being undeclared isn’t a bad thing

Trinity Carey
November 9, 2016

Karlee Metzger: An Interview by Trinity Carey

Trinity Carey
November 2, 2016

‘Cirque Du Soleil’ meets Marquette

Trinity Carey
October 26, 2016

Fresh Coast Film Festival

Trinity Carey
October 19, 2016

NMU alumni take odyssey of lifetime

Trinity Carey
October 19, 2016

Former NMU professor writes thrilling theories

Trinity Carey
October 12, 2016

Music with a message coming to NMU

Trinity Carey
October 12, 2016

NMU alumnus shoots a photography first

Trinity Carey
October 5, 2016

Absentee voting deadline nears

Trinity Carey
October 5, 2016

Local boutique hosts fashion show

Trinity Carey
September 28, 2016

Vinyl show is one for the record

Trinity Carey
September 21, 2016

The reality of homelessness

Trinity Carey
September 21, 2016

Students prep for Homecoming Parade and bonfire

Trinity Carey
September 21, 2016

Art Exhibit

Trinity Carey
September 21, 2016

New professer from U of M to NMU

Trinity Carey
September 14, 2016

Marquette ranked amongst safest campuses

Trinity Carey
September 14, 2016

History of the Past(y)

Trinity Carey
September 14, 2016

Zero Degrees Art Gallery

Trinity Carey
September 7, 2016

Escape reality with Escape Marquette

Trinity Carey
September 7, 2016

Utility tricks and tips for college renters

Trinity Carey
August 24, 2016

The man next to Aoy

Trinity Carey
August 24, 2016

Major decision: Most undergrads change major multiple times

Trinity Carey
June 1, 2016

Coney dogs go mobile in Marquette

Trinity Carey
June 1, 2016
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