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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
Maria Hoenke
Opinion — How colloquialisms perpetuate stigmas around mental health diagnoses
December 9, 2024
KNOCK OUT — Jake Paul and Mike Tyson had their show down premier on the popular streaming app Netflix on Nov. 15.
Opinion — Jake Paul and Mike Tyson showdown leaves viewers unimpressed, wanting more
December 4, 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
STOP AND LOOK — Students check out hats and gloves that have been laid out for them to take.
Chilly days, warm hearts: First Impressions’ giveaway fosters community support
December 9, 2024
STOP AND LOOK — Students are shown how to weave string through their dreamcatcher.
A day of dreamcatchers
November 22, 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
Kuehl hits 1,000 points, leads Wildcats to Victory after break
Kuehl hits 1,000 points, leads Wildcats to Victory after break
December 9, 2024
NW File Photo
Women’s soccer wins GLIAC and heads to NCAA tournament
November 22, 2024
NW File Photo
Womens Basketball season starts with hot streak
November 22, 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
Pizza Cat — Vol. 22
Pizza Cat — Vol. 22
December 2, 2024
STOP AND LOOK — Students are shown how to weave string through their dreamcatcher.
A day of dreamcatchers
November 22, 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

The North Wind

The North Wind

Antonio Anderson, Opinion Editor

All content by Antonio Anderson
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

Antonio Anderson
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

Antonio Anderson
November 19, 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.

[Photo] Opinion — The Status of literature in the digital age: are we missing the point?

Hannah Jenkins
November 21, 2024
BE PREPARED — Winter is coming.

Opinion — NMU Guide to Winter

Antonio Anderson
November 13, 2024

Opinion — Coolest campus costumes

Antonio Anderson
November 7, 2024
The Delft Bistro sign welcoming festival goers to the multitude of venues hosting the Fresh Coast Film Festival

Fresh Coast Film Festival, the freshest

Antonio Anderson
November 6, 2024
Not all of us figured out how to pass our exams, but after reading this it (hopefully) will change.

Opinion — NMU Guide to passing exams

Antonio Anderson
November 4, 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.

[Photo] Editorial — The Guns on Campus

Editorial Board
November 7, 2024
RAKE IT UP - An NMU student rakes leaves at a community member's home, making a difference one leaf at a time.

[Photo] Students rake leaves, leave positive mark on community for Make a Difference Day

Megan Voorhees
November 3, 2024
NW File Photo

Opinion — The issue with the football team

Antonio Anderson
October 25, 2024
A post on X by Liam Payne in 2020, reminiscing on his time in One Direction. This tweet sparked rumors of the band getting back together, yet they never would.

[Photo] Editorial — One Direction, in which to grieve

Editorial Board
October 28, 2024
DEER TRACKS- Along a sandy portion of the trail, I could tell a Doe and its young baby beat me down the trail.

Opinion — How a hunter loves their prey

Antonio Anderson
October 24, 2024
As it gets colder and the college blahs set in, its important to break out of your bubble, and you can with these tips.

NMU Guide to breaking out of your bubble

Antonio Anderson
October 23, 2024
There is no line drawn in the sand.

Opinion — Terror against terror: is a line ever going to be drawn?

Antonio Anderson
October 21, 2024
With the students not being allowed traditional discounts, the doors are closed to some. The game at the Superior Dome could set a bad precedent for future sports games.

Opinion — The Superior Showdown: is it prioritizing students?

Antonio Anderson
October 17, 2024
DICHOTOMY- One news paper relies solely on the web and the other nearly solely on print. Are they dying?

Is the paper being killed off?

Antonio Anderson
October 3, 2024
With the closing of Ralph's Italian Deli I had to get their cudighi sandwich one last time. Why is it so sad to know I'll never have another again?

A Eulogy to Cudighi

Antonio Anderson
October 1, 2024

Opinion — NMU Guide to Partying

Antonio Anderson
September 25, 2024
HOMECOMING BEANIES — Sitting immortalized in a glass case in the Beaumier U.P Heritage Center, these beanies held a fun tradition and should be set free and make a return.

Opinion — Bring back the Beanies

Antonio Anderson
September 20, 2024
How does current Willy compare with the five previous iterations? Take a look and find out for yourself.

Opinion — My Favorite Willy

Antonio Anderson
September 20, 2024
IS IT AN ISSUE- You can almost guarantee that every student will complain about the parking at NMU. Is it a valid complaint, or one about a minute issue. Get the opinion from a commuting student, whose entire education relies on finding a spot to park.

OPINION — Breaking down the campus parking issue from a commuter’s view

Antonio Anderson
September 13, 2024
OLD DOGS CAN LEARN NEW TRICKS- You've been a professor for a while now, and have taught countless students. Now this new generation came along and you have no idea how to reach your students. Read this guide to figure out how to solve that problem.

OPINION — NMU Survival Guide for professors

Antonio Anderson
September 13, 2024
JUST AN IDEA - The fool proof main points a freshman should follow, at Northern Michigan University, to be successful.

NMU Survival Guide for incoming Freshmen

Antonio Anderson
September 6, 2024
Into The Cat's Maw- The gate of Fall Fest on the first day of classes, on Monday, was packed with students, faculty and other visitors looking at what the campus and Marquette community has to offer.

Take a virtual walk through Fall Fest

Antonio Anderson
August 30, 2024
A LEGACY - Elijah Bieri still keeps up on the Marquette salamander migration as well as he can from across the world in Sydney, Australia. He still has a fondness for the study craze he started six years ago. Photo courtesy of Elijah Bieri

Alum Elijah Bieri becomes savior of the salamanders

Antonio Anderson
April 8, 2024
COUNTING CASH - Two student volunteers organize their station, before the event starts.

NMU’s Poverty Simulator finishes up for the year, issues arise

Antonio Anderson
April 4, 2024
LINED UP - Students pack in and wait patiently for their turn to get into the WellBeing Fair.

Success of the Wildcat WellBeing Fair

Antonio Anderson
April 4, 2024
A QUESTION ON CAMPUS - The truth behind Casino Night is simple - it is all real.

The truth behind the secret student ‘casino’ on campus

Antonio Anderson
April 3, 2024
SPREADING SOUNDS - Local music legends Jim and Ray share their music with any and all passing through in the Lydia B. Olson Library basement.

Jim and Ray spread goodness through music at NMU

Antonio Anderson
March 18, 2024
BOUNCING BALLOONS - A child works on keeping a balloon in the air to win a prize, one of the many games the PSY 312 class put on.

Psychology class hosts activities for kids

Antonio Anderson
March 1, 2024
TAKING A HIT — Two athletes on the NMU Women's Wrestling team grapple during practice.

The battle between wrestlers and weight

Antonio Anderson
February 27, 2024
GETTING READY — McArthur sets up a film for an audience attending the Culture Shock Film Society showing last Thursday.

Culture Shock Film Society loses its leader

Antonio Anderson
February 27, 2024
THE MOMENT — Drag star BoyJ basks in the crowd after their performance.

More than 500 people attend NMU drag show

Antonio Anderson
February 14, 2024
The NMU hospitality program's 2022 main event, the "Gala of the Galaxies." Photo courtesy of the NMU Hospitality Program

A new beginning for the Hospitality Main Event

Antonio Anderson
February 7, 2024
Eli Saylor gives advice on how they won an NMU english award.

Past participant gives advice on NMU’s English Awards contest

Antonio Anderson
January 31, 2024
WATCH PARTY — The Northern Michigan College Democrats hosted a watch party for Gov. Whitmer's State of the State address. The event was open to all NMU students and community members.

NMU College Democrats club hosts watch party

Antonio Anderson
January 30, 2024
NMU alumni starts a business and thanks NMU's hospitality program.

NMU Alumni starts business and thanks hospitality program

Antonio Anderson
January 19, 2024
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