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HIKE AND HANG — One of several panoramic views that can be seen along the hike to the hidden Wetmore Pond. Students from the ORLM department have planned a relaxing, yet educational, hiking event or people to attend.

Students lead hike to Wetmore Pond

Andie Balenger April 18, 2023

As part of the Earth Week festivities on campus, students from the outdoor recreation leadership and management (ORLM) department will be guiding people on a mile-and-a-half loop hike to the hidden Wetmore...

Editorial — How to prepare for the later years of college

Editorial — How to prepare for the later years of college

North Wind Editorial Board January 26, 2023

After a long and relaxing winter break, returning to campus for a new semester may have felt like a fever dream for some students. Reverting to a hyper-scheduled week filled with classes, extracurriculars...

NMU International Studies Program

Study abroad informational sessions to be hosted weekly

Andie Balenger January 23, 2023

The International Programs Office will be hosting weekly learning sessions over Zoom for students interested in studying abroad.  With travel opportunities in over 50 different countries, Study Abroad...

Should universities get rid of minors?

Should universities get rid of minors?

North Wind Staff November 14, 2019

At a university like Northern, presented with options upon options of majors and minors to choose from, it’s difficult to choose and narrow down a path to study. Not all majors require minors. In...

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