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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
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
The Delft Bistro sign welcoming festival goers to the multitude of venues hosting the Fresh Coast Film Festival
Fresh Coast Film Festival, the freshest
November 6, 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
The event was originally scheduled to be held at the Berry Events Center, but has since been moved. Graphic courtesy of NAE.
Northern Arts & Entertainment to host concert at Jamrich
November 12, 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
Dallas Wiertella

Dallas Wiertella, Multimedia Editor

Through my experience here at the North Wind I have been able to have the privilege of highlighting students through all forms of multimedia journalism. Whether I’m in front or behind the camera, I aim to highlight human achievement in whatever way I can!

All content by Dallas Wiertella
Students protest against Israel-Hamas war with campus encampment

Students protest against Israel-Hamas war with campus encampment

Dallas Wiertella
April 30, 2024
The legend of Sal- Grand finale

The legend of Sal- Grand finale

Dallas Wiertella
April 26, 2024
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[Photo] WLAX returns home after away series and bye week

Lily Gouin
April 5, 2024
ASNMU hosts friendship-bracelet ice cream social for Spread Goodness Week

ASNMU hosts friendship-bracelet ice cream social for Spread Goodness Week

Dallas Wiertella
March 20, 2024
LOCAL INTERNSHIPS — Partridge Creek Farms in Ispheming hosts tabling event in Jamrich Hall to encourage students to apply to upcoming fall and summer internships.

[Photo] Partridge Creek Farms offers 6 internship opportunities

Rachel Pott
March 18, 2024
BYE WEEK — NMU looks to take a week off from games to prepare for the long road trip to Ohio.

[Photo] Women’s LAX prepares to head to Ohio after an off week

Lily Gouin
March 15, 2024
'Take your time': NMU Public Safety recommends taking it slow when driving in the snow

‘Take your time’: NMU Public Safety recommends taking it slow when driving in the snow

Dallas Wiertella
February 21, 2024
GOAL 'CATS — The Wildcats started their season off strong, scoring 55 goals in the first three games.

[Photo] Women’s Lacrosse sweeps weekend, names Minnie Bittell GLIAC Offensive Player of the Week

Lily Gouin
February 23, 2024
SWOOSH — Wildcats had an impressive win over the Huskies while junior Ana Rhude ties program record.

[Photo] Women’s basketball defeats rival Huskies as the regular season nears its end

Chloe Everson
February 22, 2024
PLAY4KAY — The 'Cats head to Houghton to face off against the Michigan Tech Huskies and raise money for the Kay Yow Cancer Fund.

[Photo] Women’s basketball sets up to play Michigan Tech after back-to-back wins

Lily Gouin
February 16, 2024

[Video] A call for ceasefire: Wildcats take action for Palestine

Amelia Kashian
February 7, 2024
RACE TO THE FINISH — Cross country runners make their way down a trail during a race.

[Photo] Cross Country places top-10 at the NCAA Regional Championship

Lily Gouin
November 10, 2023
FREAKY FRIENDS -- Northern Scales Reptiles presents a rare opportunity for students to be educated and safely interact with reptiles. Leila, the owner's pet, is a Burmese python with one eye.

[Photo] Freaky Friends with Freya and Northern Scales Reptiles

Annamarie Parker
November 9, 2023
SIMULATION — Students run through poverty simulation on Nov. 7.

[Photo] Student Nurses Association hosts simulation to aid understanding of poverty

Rachel Pott
November 9, 2023
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[Photo] W Soccer: No. 8 Wildcats heat up going into playoffs

Chloe Everson
November 9, 2023
KEEPING THE MOMENTUM — The Wildcats get ready for the GLIAC tournament next week starting as the No. 1 seed.

[Photo] W Soccer: No. 11 Wildcats host GLIAC tournament for the first time in history

Chloe Everson
November 7, 2023
SURPRISE GRADUATION — T.J. Tockenson's dusty and forgotten diploma, waiting to be received. Tockenson was deeply surprised when he realized he graduated from Northern three years ago.

Satire — CAMS student discovers he graduated three years ago

Dallas Wiertella
October 31, 2023
TO THE END — Men's soccer completed their formal season this weekend and will be competing for a shot at the GLIAC Championship game on Saturday. Three graduating seniors were also recognized at the games for their contributions to the team over the years.

[Photo] Men’s soccer closes out the regular season with tie at home, honors seniors

Lily Gouin
October 27, 2023
WATCH — Viewers huddle under the tent set up at Mattson Lower Harbor Park to take in a screening at the festival's first night.

[Photo] Feel a wave of emotions at the Fresh Coast Film Festival

Molly Birch
October 23, 2023
SENIOR NIGHT — Graduate Student Fernando Abascal (7) passes the ball down field at home. The Wildcats will host St. Cloud St. for senior night Oct. 22nd at 1 p.m.

[Photo] M Soccer: Wildcats host St. Cloud for final match of regular season

Lily Gouin
October 20, 2023
HANDS IN THE DIRT — Hoop house student organization members harvest potatoes from one of the many plots in the hoop house. The excess produce harvested from the hoop house in donated to the NMU Food Pantry and is available to anyone to get fresh veggies.

[Photo] Hoop house creates learning environment for students, by students

Katarina Rothhorn
October 17, 2023
Wildcats celebrate Plaidurday

Wildcats celebrate Plaidurday

Dallas Wiertella
October 6, 2023
MOVING FORWARD — NMU was unable to get much going last weekend against the top ranked Bulldogs and with No. 16 Davenport coming to Marquette, the coaching staff will look for players to step up and play well against another tough conference opponent.

[Photo] Football: ‘Cats suffer loss, shifting focus to No.16 Davenport

Lily Gouin
October 6, 2023
CHANGES — It isn't uncommon for one to become more like their parents as they grow older, but I didn't expect to start acting like a stereotypical dad. The experience has left me with many questions, some that I never know if I'll answer.

Opinion — Whose dad am I becoming

Dallas Wiertella
October 5, 2023
Engines roar and spirits soar at NMU Homecoming parade

Engines roar and spirits soar at NMU Homecoming parade

Dallas Wiertella and Abigail Faix
September 16, 2023
FALLING FOR FALL FEST — Students flooded the academic mall in waves for Fall Fest 2023.

[Photo] Students flood Academic Mall for Fall Fest

Abigail Faix
September 1, 2023
KICK OFF — Player at last year's kickball tournament prepares to serve the ball onto the field. The annual tournament will be this weekend at the soccer field behind Lincoln Apartments.

[Photo] Kicking off the semester with kickball

Abigail Faix
August 30, 2023
Satire — Please stop making movies about me

Satire — Please stop making movies about me

Dallas Wiertella
May 2, 2023
GOING DARK — The NMU eSports lab in the basement of Harden Hall may be permanently shut down. The team was told they had to shut down operations on Thursday due to lack of financial revenue.

Athletic administration terminates eSports team

Katarina Rothhorn, Dallas Wiertella, and Andie Balenger
April 25, 2023
Opinion — You can call me Sal

Opinion — You can call me Sal

Dallas Wiertella
March 25, 2023
BALANCED — Guard Makaylee Kuhn drives to the basket. (NW File Photo - Feb., 16, 2023)

[Photo] W Basketball: ‘Cats taking huge strides in Coach Thousand’s first year

Chris Anderson
February 17, 2023
Opinion — Is it me or is it my professor?

Opinion — Is it me or is it my professor?

Dallas Wiertella
January 20, 2023
Opinion — Dear holidays, you suck

Opinion — Dear holidays, you suck

Dallas Wiertella
November 18, 2022
FITTING IN – Team Atlas poses for a photo after their first match of the Annual Kickball Tournament put on by NMU Housing. The kickball tournament is one of the first opportunities for students living in the dorms to find a group of friends within their houses and halls.

Opinion — That one moment

Dallas Wiertella
September 23, 2022
TIME TO PLAY THE GAME—Marquette's newest gaming store, Iron Golem Games, holds new opportunities for gamers to come and enjoy. Dallas Wiertella/NW

Iron Golem Games presents area’s newest gaming hub

Dallas Wiertella, Staff Writer
April 22, 2022
SHAKE IT OFF—Mark Shevy, professor and Zumba instructor, leads a Zumba class with a positive attitude. Shevy will lead the Stress-Buster Zumbathon event tomorrow from 7-8:30 p.m. at the PEIF.

Stress-Buster Zumbathon held Friday for students to shake off stress

Dallas Wiertella, Staff Writer
April 21, 2022
CHAMPION 'CATS—Ondrej Zach poses after winning the National Championship in the 1650-yard freestyle. The Wildcats had a solid go at it at Nationals with 13 All-American recipients. Photo courtesy of Ondrej Zach.

Swim and Dive cherishes postseason accomplishments

Dallas Wiertella, Staff Writer
March 24, 2022
GOING FOR IT ALL—The NMU Women's Hockey team poses for a team photo. The team travels to St. Louis this week to battle for the national title at the ACHA National Tournament. Photo courtesy of Isabella Oldani.

Women’s hockey vies for ACHA national title in St. Louis

Dallas Wiertella, Staff Writer
March 15, 2022
'CATS PULL THE UPSET—This beautiful view overlooks Harlow Lake in Marquette. This is one of many places in the outdoors that the community can visit to take advantage of what the U.P. has to offer. Photo courtesy of Jack Green

Local trails and outdoor adventures provide student fun

Dallas Wiertella, Staff Writer
February 24, 2022
GLIAC CHAMPIONS—The NMU women's swim and dive team celebrates its GLIAC title win last week. Photo courtesy of Izzy McCabe.

Women’s swim and dive captures GLIAC title, men come in second

Dallas Wiertella, Staff Writer
February 16, 2022
THE GREAT OUTDOORS—PEIF Outdoor Rec Center (ORC) student employee Lexi Hagan stands at the ORC window during business hours. Students can get rental equipment here. Dallas Wiertella/NW

Marquette area offers winter equipment rental opportunities

Dallas Wiertella, Staff Writer
February 10, 2022
SWIMMING PAST THE PROTOCOLS—Izzy McCabe poses during the Wildcats' swim and dive home meet. The swim and dive team, and all athletics at NMU, are dealing with the challenge of the COVID-19 protocols. Dallas Wiertella/NW

Swim and dive, all NMU athletes dealing with COVID-19 protocols

Dallas Wiertella, Staff Writer
January 31, 2022
TWO WINS AWAY—The NMU Northstar women's rugby celebrates with their regional championship trophy after a lopsided victory against Minnesota State-Moorhead. The team now heads to Tennessee to face Wayne State College in the national semifinals, and are two wins away from winning it all. Photo courtesy of Rachel Placeway.

Northstar rugby’s historic season continues into national championships

Dallas Wiertella, Staff Writer
December 3, 2021
SCALING UPWARD—A pair of South Superior Climbing Club members climbing in the Marquette area. The club offers plenty of experiences for those looking to get into rock climbing. Photo courtesy of Micah Carroll.

South Superior Climbing Club gives students rock climbing experiences

Dallas Wiertella, Staff Writer
November 18, 2021
BIG BUCK CHASE—NMU student Travis Bessner poses with one of his two bucks last year. Bessner said that he was lucky to get two a year ago, and time will tell if others can be as lucky this year when the season begins on Monday.

Rifle hunting nearly underway as season approaches

Dallas Wiertella, Staff Writer
November 12, 2021
REGIONAL RUGBY—The NMU Northstar rugby team huddles up during an earlier game this season. After defeating the University of Chicago 43-0, the team heads to Elkhart, Indiana for the Midwest Regionals this weekend. Photo courtesy of Rachel Placeway.

Northstar rugby heads to Indiana for Midwest Regional championship

Dallas Wiertella, Staff Writer
November 9, 2021
CHASING GREATNESS—NMU swimmer Ondrej Zach represents the Wildcats at the collegiate level, and his country of the Czech Republic on the national swimming stage. Photo courtesy of Ondrej Zach.

Czech student racks up swimming accolades

Dallas Wiertella, Staff Writer
November 2, 2021
TRYING TO BEAT YOUR RIVAL—The NMU volleyball team celebrates a point against Ferris State on Friday, Sept. 17. The newest edition of the U.P.'s biggest rivalry between NMU and MTU will commence on Saturday inside of Vandament Arena. Photo courtesy of NMU Athletics.

Volleyball hosts Michigan Tech in anticipated rivalry rematch

Dallas Wiertella, Staff Writer
October 28, 2021
FALL FISHING SEASON—A local fisher catches a small mouth bass. With the fall season in fall swing, it's a prime time to fish in the Marquette area. Dallas Wiertella/NW

Plentiful fishing opportunities surround Marquette area

Dallas Wiertella, Staff Writer
October 7, 2021
HOME SWEET HOME— The NMU Volleyball team huddles up after scoring a point while the bench celebrates behind them. A few of NMU's sports teams had an eventful weekend at home for homecoming. Photo courtesy of NMU Athletics

Wildcats’ homecoming recap: Volleyball earns split, swim and dive breaks three pool records

Dallas Wiertella, Staff Writer
October 7, 2021
COMING BACK CHAMPS—The NMU Men's Swim and Dive team won the CSCAA Open Water Nationals in Lawrence, Kansas this past weekend. Pictured is the winning team Grant Combs, Jasper Pullinen, Ondrej Zach and Thibault Auger. due to a lack of lifeguards

Wildcat swim and dive finds success despite adversity

Dallas Wiertella, Staff Writer
September 30, 2021
ROARING RESPONSE—Freshman middle blocker Olivia Webber attempts a spike against Davenport on Sunday, Sept. 19. NMU looks for a response this weekend on the road against Northwood and Lake Superior State. Brendan Sullivan/NW

‘Cats volleyball looks to bounce back after tough home weekend

Dallas Wiertella, Staff Writer
September 24, 2021
GALES OF SEPTEMBER—The NMU Sailing team poses for a picture. Even when temperatures dip and the wind picks up, you can find the sailors navigating the waters of Lake Superior. Photo courtesy of Kenadee Torres.

NMU sailing stays “Seasoned by Superior” through late fall

Dallas Wiertella, Staff Writer
September 23, 2021
NICE TO BE BACK ON THE ICE—The NMU Women's Hockey team celebrates on the ice in a previous season. Now with the 2021-22 season set to begin, the Wildcats look to celebrate more. Photo courtesy of Faith Delgado.

NMU Women’s Hockey returns to ice after long time away

Dallas Wiertella, Staff Writer
September 13, 2021
DUNGEONS, DRAGONS, WILDCATS, OH MY—NMU club Dungeons and Wildcats (DnW) poses for a group picture. DnW welcomes new members to the group to play along in Dungeons and Dragons whether players are experienced or not. Photo courtesy of Brendan Sullivan.

Dungeons and Wildcats welcomes students to role right in

Dallas Wiertella, Staff Writer
September 7, 2021
WILDCAT TOUGHNESS—The NMU Women's Rugby team poses for a team picture. The Rugby squad is coming on its first match of the season with the University of Wisconsin-Stout on Saturday, Sept. 18. Photo courtesy of Mandie Kytola.

Rugby gears up for new season and players

Dallas Wiertella, Staff Writer
August 30, 2021
Exercise and recreational resources available at the PEIF

Exercise and recreational resources available at the PEIF

Dallas Wiertella
June 2, 2021
QUITE AN OPENING TEST—The NMU Women's Soccer celebrates a goal. The 'Cats will have almost two weeks of practice and a scrimmage under their belts when they square off with Division I UWGB in an exhibition match on Friday, Aug. 27. Photo courtesy of NMU Athletics.

Women’s soccer gears up for GLIAC Tournament play

Dallas Wiertella
April 25, 2021
GOTTA CATCH 'EM ALL— The recent Pokémon card trend has taken the community and country by storm. It's been a common theme to see community members with packs of cards at their disposal. Dallas Wiertella/NW

Risk and reward: Pokémon card frenzy creates industry uncertainty

Dallas Wiertella
April 22, 2021
TOURNEY CHAMPS—The NMU Volleyball team poses for a celebratory picture after defeating Michigan Tech in straight sets in the GLIAC Tournament title game. The Wildcats picked up their first conference tournament title in 18 years. Photo courtesy of NMU Athletics.

‘Cats volleyball wins first GLIAC Tournament title since 2003

Dallas Wiertella
April 16, 2021
NEARING THE END—The NMU Women's Soccer team celebrates a goal at home in a game earlier this season. The Wildcats look to close out the regular season with a pair of conference home games against Purdue Northwest and Wisconsin-Parkside. Photo courtesy of NMU Athletics.

Women’s soccer ends regular season with two home tilts

Dallas Wiertella
April 15, 2021
CONFERENCE CHAMPS—The NMU Volleyball team earned a share of the GLIAC title with Michigan Tech after splitting the series against the Huskies this past weekend. The 'Cats open up GLIAC Tournament play as the second seed. Photo courtesy of Meghan Meyer.

Volleyball splits conference title with Michigan Tech

Dallas Wiertella
April 8, 2021
GLIAC PLAY UNDERWAY—The NMU Women's Lacrosse team heads into conference action with a match against Concordia-St. Paul. Photo courtesy of Emily Renfrew.

Women’s Lacrosse begins conference play against Concordia-St. Paul

Dallas Wiertella
March 26, 2021
MOUNT BOHEMIA CLOSED FOR SEASON—It's not snowy anymore like the picture of a ski lift, and that means spring is coming soon. Mount Bohemia is now closed for the season, and will be welcoming new guests in the winter. Photo courtesy of Samantha Tschirhart.

Ski season at Mount Bohemia now closed, but future visits require experience

Dallas Wiertella
March 23, 2021
ALL THEY DO IS WIN—Sophomore setter Lauren Van Remortel sets the ball for one of her NMU teammates earlier this season. The NMU Women's Volleyball team is off to a strong start this year, winning seven of their first eight games. Photo courtesy of Lauren Van Remortel.

Volleyball starts season red hot with seven-game win streak

Dallas Wiertella
March 18, 2021
BOWING OUT—NMU sophomore guard Samantha Potter goes up for the contested layup over two Davenport defenders last season. The NMU Women's basketball team is going up against Lake State and Ferris State and hopes to improve both defense and offensive strategies.

Wildcats’ Women’s Basketball season ends in GLIAC Tournament with 61-45 loss to Davenport

Dallas Wiertella
March 4, 2021
WINNING WILDCATS—Sophomore guard Makaylee Kuhn goes up for a contested layup on multiple Purdue Northwest defenders. She had 34 points for game, and the Wildcats won 73-61 over Purdue Northwest. Dallas Wiertella/NW.

Wildcats’ Women’s hoops win series opener to set up sweep over Purdue Northwest

Dallas Wiertella
March 1, 2021
GOING FOR GLIACS—The NMU Swim and Dive team has faced obstacles this season like many other have. But now the Wildcats are competing the GLIAC Championships despite the turbulent season they've had to overcome. Photo courtesy of Connor Dorff.

NMU Swim and Dive in midst of GLIACs after turbulent season

Dallas Wiertella
February 19, 2021
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