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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
Joleigh Martinez/NW
LGBTQ2S+ People of Faith Coffee Hour creates conversation and community
September 18, 2023
STARTING THINGS OFF — The Pick One promotion aims to help students transition to campus life, and increases involvement on campus at the same time. Students have until Monday, Oct. 9, to earn points for the promotion. Photo courtesy of Center for Student Enrichment
“Pick One” encourages campus engagement
September 15, 2023
UPDATE - There is now a new COVID-19 booster vaccine to be offered.
COVID-19 protocol update: new vaccine to be offered
September 14, 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
TALKING IT OUT — Politics are probably one of the trickiest topics out there. Remembering to keep your cool is the easiest way to prevent things from getting heated. Joleigh Martinez/NW
Editorial — Staying friendly when discussing politics
September 21, 2023
QUALITY TIME — Simon and Chili go squirrel watching together at their spots on the windowsill.
Opinion — It’s okay to ‘replace’ a pet
September 19, 2023
FREE TRANSPORTATION — The bike I now use to get campus, as parking has become too unreasonable for me. Biking is just one of many ways you can get around without having to cough up the change for gas money.
Opinion — Alternative means of getting around
September 18, 2023
OUTRAGE — NMU Barstool posted this photo to its Instagram story on Sept. 11, 2023.
Opinion — NLD must apologize for serving “sausage bomber” sandwich on 9/11
September 12, 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
ALWAYS CLIMBING — Slugs Bluff became the first climber-owned rock-climbing area last year and this years first Slug Fest is a celebration of that milestone. The festival will include programs for climbers as well as community volunteer projects to continue the legacy of stewardship of Slugs Bluff. Photo courtesy of John Miller.
Climbers gear up to scale Slug’s Bluff
September 20, 2023
SOMETHING IS COOKING — The Hospitality Club hosted a cooking demo with Chef Alex Palzewicz, showing students how to use simple ingredients for simple recipes.
Ideas cooking in the NMU hospitality kitchen
September 19, 2023
CLOSER BONDS — Students gather to eat ice cream at one of the clubs first socials of the semester. Photo courtesy of Dana Hinckley
Diversity in Disability hosts inclusive ice cream social
September 18, 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
LONE GOAL — The Cats took a 1-0 win against the Panthers but were unable to find the back of the net against the Cardinals, taking a weekend split before the long road trip coming up.
M Soccer: NMU takes weekend split, long road trip ahead
September 22, 2023
INJURED — Graduate quarter back Mariano Valenti went down with an injury last week leading to promotion of junior QB Jake Bilitz for his first collegiate start. NMU dropped the home match up 3-34 and will look for a win against Quincy this weekend.
NMU Football: ‘Cats looking for first win against Quincy
September 22, 2023
HISTORY — Cats look to continue to dominate the national polls after hitting No.13 in the country for the first time in program history. NMU will be on the road this weekend against Ferris St and Saginaw Valley.
W Soccer: No. 13 NMU looks to continue dominance on the road
September 22, 2023
ALWAYS CLIMBING — Slugs Bluff became the first climber-owned rock-climbing area last year and this years first Slug Fest is a celebration of that milestone. The festival will include programs for climbers as well as community volunteer projects to continue the legacy of stewardship of Slugs Bluff. Photo courtesy of John Miller.
Climbers gear up to scale Slug’s Bluff
September 20, 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 Tyler Young
Volleyball season is over

Volleyball season is over

Tyler Young
November 8, 2018
Rival Huskies strike again

Rival Huskies strike again

Tyler Young
November 1, 2018
Photo by: Jacob Darner The Wildcat Volleyball team took a tight matchup against Lake Superior State down to the wire.

Volleyball playoff race winding to close finish

Tyler Young
October 26, 2018
Volleyball wins again, goes undefeated in tournament

Volleyball wins again, goes undefeated in tournament

Tyler Young
October 18, 2018
Volleyball stands tall, ends winless drought

Volleyball stands tall, ends winless drought

Tyler Young
October 11, 2018
Volleyball struggles continue

Volleyball struggles continue

Tyler Young
October 4, 2018
Wildcat Willy celebrates an NMU point during a team huddle. Photo by Jacob Darner

Struggles build

Tyler Young
September 27, 2018
Tight finish leads to match victory

Tight finish leads to match victory

Tyler Young
September 20, 2018
Senior outside hitter Maggie Liebeck (left) and sophomore outside hitter Cierra Martinez (right) rise up to defend a spike against Michigan Tech University. With the loss, the ‘Cats have now dropped back-to-back games. Photo courtesy of NMU athletics

Perfect record hopes disappear

Tyler Young
September 13, 2018
Nation’s top team stunned

Nation’s top team stunned

Tyler Young
September 6, 2018
NMU athletics/NW Sophomore outside hitter Leticia Antunes rises up for a spike during the University of Illinois at Springfield Capitol City Tournament last weekend. Antunes finished the weekend with 50 kills, which tied her for second most on the team for the weekend.

Red hot season opener

Tyler Young
August 30, 2018
Lacrosse finishes road schedule, heads home

Lacrosse finishes road schedule, heads home

Tyler Young
April 26, 2018
Sophomore defenseman Nicole Smith juggles the ball this past weekend against Davenport University. Photo by: Emma Case

Wildcat Lacrosse snaps 7-game losing streak

Tyler Young
April 19, 2018
Freshman attack/midfielder Tess Kostelec looks to recieve a pass in an earlier contest this season at the Superior Dome. Kostelec this season has 13 points from 8 goals and 5 assists. Photo by: Emma Case

Offensive identity missing

Tyler Young
April 12, 2018
Laxers offense struggles

Laxers offense struggles

Tyler Young
March 29, 2018
Returning home a champion

Returning home a champion

Tyler Young
March 15, 2018
Senior forward Zach Diamantoni skates the puck into the offensive zone as he’s guarded by Michigan Tech freshman defender Seamus Donohue and his teammates eagerly look on. Dia- mantoni skated in 143 games in his four years at NMU, scoring 16 goals and tallying 43 assists, and currently has the sixth most points for the Wildcats this season with 19. Photo by: Lindsey Eaton

Wildcats continue dominance at home, another sellout crowd

Tyler Young
March 1, 2018
Skiers define perfection

Skiers define perfection

Tyler Young
February 22, 2018
Wildcat skiers continue dominance

Wildcat skiers continue dominance

Tyler Young
February 15, 2018

Nordic Skiing takes honors in Houghton

Tyler Young
February 8, 2018
NMU sets records in Saginaw

NMU sets records in Saginaw

Tyler Young
February 1, 2018
Sophomore guard Sam Taylor surveys the court during a past game against the Saginaw Valley State University Cardinals. Last season, Taylor played in all 26 games, started in 20 and totaled 726 minutes. Photo by: Lindsey Eaton

Men’s b-ball drops away game

Tyler Young
January 18, 2018
Photo by Lindsey Eaton: Freshman defender Adam Roeder skates down the ice and surveys the area for a fellow Wildcat to pass to. Prior to NMU, Roeder played for the Janesville Jets where he was captain.

Wildcats prepare for Bemidji

Tyler Young
December 7, 2017
Photo by Lindsey Eaton: Freshman forward Caleb Schroer skates down the rink with the puck in a game earlier in the season. Sophomore forward Darien Craighead cruises down the ice as a potential pass option.

Wildcats fall to Nebraska-Omaha

Tyler Young
November 30, 2017
Football ends season with loss against the Northwood Timberwolves

Football ends season with loss against the Northwood Timberwolves

Tyler Young
November 16, 2017
Women’s Soccer season ends in loss against Ashland

Women’s Soccer season ends in loss against Ashland

Tyler Young
November 2, 2017
Photo by Lindsey Eaton: Junior defender Raven Mitchell steps up and makes a tackle on a Grand Valley Forward. Last season, Mitchell appeared in 17 games and started in 14. Mitchell had one shot on goal in the season.

GLIAC seed clinched: The Women’s Soccer team is bound for playoffs

Tyler Young
October 26, 2017
Women’s soccer loses at home

Women’s soccer loses at home

Tyler Young
October 19, 2017
Photo by Lindsey Eaton: Junior defender Sophia Sachs dribbles around a Michigan Tech player, who is sitting down for whatever reason. Sachs appeared and started in 17 games last season and was named Newcomer of the Year the previous season.

Huskies defeat Women’s Soccer

Tyler Young
October 12, 2017
Women’s Soccer loses and ties

Women’s Soccer loses and ties

Tyler Young
October 5, 2017
An open letter to President Trump

An open letter to President Trump

Tyler Young
October 5, 2017
Wildcats finish fifth in Minnesota

Wildcats finish fifth in Minnesota

Tyler Young
September 28, 2017
First victory for women’s soccer

First victory for women’s soccer

Tyler Young
September 21, 2017
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