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LEAVE NO TRACE — Heather Vivian from Respect Marquette County educates on the impacts of outdoor recreation as part of the organizations mission of protecting natural resources.
Leave No Trace 101 workshop promotes protecting natural resources
December 1, 2023
LOCAL HOUSING — The city of Marquette has faced several challenges regarding affordability in the area.
Marquette city manager addresses affordable housing in the city
December 1, 2023
SHINE PROJECTS — Students gather to strategize and connect with NMU sustainability and all that plays a role in it. Photo courtesy of Jes Thompson
SHINE program provides sustainability progress, opportunities
December 1, 2023
UPGRADE — Harden Hall is set to undergo a two-year renovation that will include a complete redesign of the Lydia M. Olson Library and will add a partial fourth floor. This addition will provide space for the academic offices and classrooms that are currently housed in Gries Hall, such as economics and political science. Rendering courtesy of NMU Facilities.
Harden Hall to receive two-year renovation
December 1, 2023
Campus-wide mental health survey returns to gather new data
Campus-wide mental health survey returns to gather new data
November 17, 2023
NOT A SOUND — A study area in Jamrich, almost devoid of people. Before covid, the halls would be packed with people socializing.
Opinion — The importance of socializing and discussion
December 1, 2023
LAYER UP — A fuzzy hat and large jacket, two essential parts of staying warm in the winter. Adding a few extra layers is highly encouraged, especially when temperatures start to drop into the negatives.
Editorial — Proper protection against cold weather
November 30, 2023
VERY, VERY COLD — A sheet of ice enveloping the land. The Upper Peninsula gets quite cold during the winter, and not enough people understand that.
Opinion — If you dislike winter, why go to Northern?
November 16, 2023
LIFE OF WORK — Me sitting at my desk, preparing for another shift of directing news. Other than the occasional complaint of having to leave for work, I welcome the idea of working for the rest of my life.
Opinion — Preparing to work for the rest of your life
November 14, 2023
TOO MANY HOLIDAYS — Christmas and Thanksgiving, two of the biggest holidays of the year, are only one month apart. With all the travel, scheduling and extra baggage attached, this often makes more stress than holiday cheer.
Opinion — The holidays are too stuffed
November 10, 2023
TALENTED STYLING — With steady hands, a student focuses as she works on an intricate hairstyle.
Students learn in immersive cosmetology experience
November 30, 2023
PINK EXPLOSION — With the help of the Special Events Committee, Campus Cinema is showing the double feature Barbenheimer with a pink runway experience. Photo courtesy of Izabella Filippelli.
From science to fashion: Barbenheimer comes to NMU
November 30, 2023
RIPPLES — From warm clothing to financial support for students, NMU Ripple Effect helps students overcome obstacles they may not be able to solve by themselves. Joleigh Martinez/NW
Ripple Effect: Providing winter clothing, support for NMU students
November 30, 2023
Joleigh Martinez/NW
On vs. off-campus jobs for NMU students
November 16, 2023
TANGERINE — Noah Richardson is an upcoming indie pop artist from Philadelphia. Photo courtesy of Elina Zhang.
From local energy to indie pop: NAE presents Iridescence, Noah Richardson
November 14, 2023
CHAMPIONSHIP MIND — Wildcats dive into the Calvin College Invite this weekend looking for NCAA consideration.
Wildcats Swim & Dive into Calvin College Invite pursuing NCAA consideration, championship qualifications
December 1, 2023
WILDCAT GOAL — Goaltender Benni Halasz watches from his post as the team celebrates a goal. Halasz was named CCHA Goaltender of the week after the Cats swept Augustana at home last weekend.
M Hockey: Halasz earns Goaltender of the Week after weekend split against Falcons
December 1, 2023
COMPETE — The Cats end the regular season ranked five in the GLIAC.
Women’s Volleyball finishes GLIAC tournament season in Quarterfinals against MTU
November 17, 2023
HOME SPLIT — The Northern Michigan womens ice hockey team celebrates win against rival Bulldogs.
Women’s Hockey splits weekend against rival Adrian College
November 17, 2023
GAME WINNER — Josh Zinger with the game-winning goal on Saturday night to take the weekend sweep.
Men’s Hockey celebrates first weekend sweep of season against CCHA opponent LSSU
November 17, 2023
Noah Richardson, Iridescence rock the Northern Center at NAE concert
Noah Richardson, Iridescence rock the Northern Center at NAE concert
December 1, 2023
Students can peruse and purchase plants propagated by teaching staff at the campus greenhouse. The sale runs through this week.
Campus greenhouse hosts plant sale at library
November 14, 2023
Jamming the night away with NoMAD
Jamming the night away with NoMAD
October 29, 2023
Yellow and Green as far as one can see
Yellow and Green as far as one can see
October 26, 2023
Students update their closets sustainably at EcoReps clothing swap
Students update their closets sustainably at EcoReps clothing swap
October 13, 2023

The North Wind

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GET ACTIVE - NMU intramural basketball is a place where you can grow as a person and a team as you connect with others on campus for a great experience.

Excitement builds around intramural basketball as season kicks off

Nathan Kwapisz • March 1, 2023

Intramural basketball is in its second week of the regular season. Teams are excited to grow together as the season progresses and players are excited to create new memories and relive some old ones with...

Opinion—There was only one way for Coach K’s career to end

Opinion—There was only one way for Coach K’s career to end

Travis Nelson, Sports Editor • April 1, 2022
Mike Krzyzewski entered this season in his 42nd and final season as the head coach of the Duke Blue Devils. He announced prior to the season in an unprecedented move that this will be his final season.
Travis Nelson/NW

Men’s Basketball changes the outlook of their season

Travis Nelson • February 11, 2021
The NMU Men's Basketball team has found its offense, and now it has found momentum just in time for a series with Grand Valley State this weekend.
PRACTICE PAWS-E—Most NMU teams are currently in a pause of practices due to increased COVID-19 numbers on campus and in the community. However for Matt Majkrzak and the mens basketball team, the newly released schedule gives them hope. Photo courtesy of NMU Athletics.

Wildcat hoops await any, all upcoming challenges

Travis Nelson • November 19, 2020

Due to an uptick in COVID-19 cases in the Marquette community, all NMU athletic teams not in the midst of preparing for competition in the month of November (exceptions are Hockey and Greco-Roman Wrestling)...

NMU student shoots basketball during game.

State of the program: NMU Men’s Basketball

Travis Nelson • September 3, 2020
ROUNDING THE CORNER: After a whirlwind season that saw its highs and lows, the NMU Men’s Basketball team looks to be more consistent and competitive for a conference title this season. Photo courtesy of NMU Athletics.
Photo by: Emma Case

Conference race heats up with one week remaining

Nate Bellville • February 22, 2018

As the Great Lakes Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (GLIAC) tournament approaches, the Northern Michigan Men’s Basketball team will host the conference’s top two teams. The Wildcats dropped both...

Second-place battle looming for Wildcats

Second-place battle looming for Wildcats

Nate Bellville • February 15, 2018

The Northern Michigan Men’s Basketball team split their last road trip of the season, winning 80-72 over the Northwood University Timberwolves last Thursday, and losing 92-66 to the Saginaw Valley State...

Senior guard Jordan Perez protects the basket in a previous home game this season. The Wildcats will play home at the Berry Events Center Thursday after playing their last five games on the road. Photo by: Lindsey Eaton

Wildcat shooters can’t complete comeback bid

Levi Erkkila • February 1, 2018

The Northern Michigan Men’s Basketball team traveled to Houghton, Michigan, Sunday for a conference battle with rival Michigan Tech University, where the Wildcats lost 77-66. Tech jumped out to...

NMU Women split weekend games

Ryan Spitza • January 25, 2018

The NMU Women’s Basketball team fell to Wayne State last weekend 64-50 before defeating Davenport 67-55 to split last weekend of Great Lakes Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (GLIAC) matchups. The...

Guard Sam Taylor dribbles near halfcourt. This photo was taken from a previous home game. Photo by: Lindsey Eaton

Men’s basketball sweeps down-state roadtrip

Nate Bellville • January 25, 2018

On the road with a three-game losing streak stretching from last weekend, the Northern Michigan Men’s Basketball team rebounded with a sweep at Wayne State University (83-74) and at Davenport University...

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

The Northern Michigan University Men’s Basketball team dropped a pair of away contests last week, losing 78-60 on Thursday, Jan. 11 to Lake Superior State and 74-71 on Saturday, Jan. 13 to Ferris State. Thursday’s...

Neil Flavin: In a game from last season, junior guard Darby Youngstrom lines up, and releases a shot from the charity stripe. Last season, Youngstrom started all 29 games, totaling 885 minutes played.

Women’s b-ball starts GLIAC

Nate Bellville • November 30, 2017

Northern Michigan’s Women’s Basketball team concluded their season-opening seven road game trek with a 63-55 comeback win over the Bellarmine University Knights, but lost 59-49 to the University of...

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