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Disability Services updates on-campus ESA procedures
Disability Services updates on-campus ESA procedures
October 3, 2023
MGH DEMOLITION — Above-grade demolition for the former Marquette General Hospital to begin in October. The former hospital is located south across West College Avenue from the Northern Center on Northern Michigan’s campus and just under half a mile from Marquette’s Third Street Business Center.
NMU Foundation details plans for former MGH site
October 3, 2023
IMPORTANT POINTS — Helen Bienek, president of Spooner Hall, discusses points to propose to NLD faculty.
Conversations to improve NMU Dining
September 29, 2023
CLAIMING MICHIGAN — The canoe showcased at the exhibit, Claiming Michigan: The 1820 Expedition of Lewis Cass, which is now on display at the The Beaumier Heritage Center until January.
Exploring the expedition of Lewis Cass at Beaumier
September 29, 2023
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Narcan training provides emergency response education
September 27, 2023
UNION AT WORK — A truck parked on campus during the faculty contract negotiations. Watching a union settle disputes in real time was a pretty big deal for me, and it spread across campus as well.
Opinion — The strength in union power
September 29, 2023
RIGHT AROUND THE CORNER — New Age Tattoo, one of the few places around town at which anyone can get a tattoo. While I have yet to get one myself, I cant say I havent looked up their prices online before.
Opinion — An outsider’s appreciation of tattoos and piercings
September 28, 2023
GETTING OUTSIDE — Taking a break from studying at Pebble Beach to breathe and enjoy one of the sunnier days in Marquette (with a coffee of course).
Opinion — An in-denial caffeine addict
September 27, 2023
COOKING — Having an oven is an easy way to make and prepare meals of almost any kind. If you live in the dorms, using the shared kitchen may be awkward, but it can lead to friendly interactions with your neighbors.
Editorial — Learning to cook for yourself
September 26, 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
EYES LOCKED — Students have their eyes on the prize of cash winnings for the tournament. Photo courtesy of Ethan Vadnais
A comeback for the eSports club
October 3, 2023
IMPORTANT POINTS — Helen Bienek, president of Spooner Hall, discusses points to propose to NLD faculty.
Conversations to improve NMU Dining
September 29, 2023
PURE PERFECTION — Sarah Saead, a manager at The Crib and an NMU alum, makes a beautiful latte with a foam leaf on top.
The perfect excuse to grab a cup of coffee
September 28, 2023
BRAINSTORMING — NAE members attend their weekly meeting to share ideas and begin planning. Photo courtesy of Brianna Weaver
Student org spotlight — Northern Arts and Entertainment plans big-ticket entertainment
September 27, 2023
SLIDING INTO THE GAMES — Students dove in headfirst at this years Dead River Games.
Dive into the Dead River Games
September 21, 2023
GOALS NEEDED — NMU has scored just five goals all season and with four of their losses coming in one score matches.
M Soccer: Offensive struggles lead to three straight losses
September 29, 2023
SETTING IN — Transfer quarterback Mariano Valenti had a huge night against Quincy University throwing for 368 yards and scoring three touchdowns after having two turnovers in each of his first two starts.
Football: Fourth quarter woes continue to plague the Wildcats, start season 0-4
September 29, 2023
NATIONALLY RANKED — No.18 NMU will look to make a jump in the national polls this weekend when they face No.13 Grand Valley in Marquette. NMU is 6-1-1 on the season after a tough loss to Saginaw Valley and will look to get back in the win column this weekend.
W Soccer: No. 18 NMU, No. 13 GVST to face off in top 25 battle
September 29, 2023
CELEBRATION — The Cats celebrate a long-awaited win after starting the season 2-10, performing a 3-0 sweep against Michigan Tech.
W Volleyball: ‘Cats get 3-0 sweep over Michigan Tech
September 27, 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
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

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Graphic courtesy by Marquette County Health Department

MCHD hosts COVID, Flu vaccination clinic

Dreyma Beronja • October 19, 2022
From noon until 2 p.m. today, the Marquette County Health Department will host a COVID and Flu vaccination clinic for those eligible.
Graphic courtesy of NMU

COVID-19 isolation protocols clarification, new Pfizer booster

Dreyma Beronja, News Editor • September 14, 2022
In a campus-wide email sent out Wednesday morning, interim president Kerri Schuiling clarifies confusion on COVID-19 protocols on campus.
HEALTHY CAMPUS — NMUs Health Center offers various services to the campus community, including monkeypox testing.

Monkeypox: What to know

Ayanna Allen, Assistant News Editor • September 9, 2022

COVID-19 was the largest collective trauma event that has happened in this lifetime. Many people have reported that their lives have been permanently changed because of the ongoing pandemic. With monkeypox...

STAYING SAFE—NMU Ada B. Vielmetti Health Center continues to offer COVID-19 vaccinations and boosters via appointment.

COVID-19 at-home tests available, vaccinations and boosters at Health Center

Dreyma Beronja, News Editor • September 7, 2022
In a campus-wide email sent out on Tuesday, interim president Kerri Schuiling addresses some COVID-19 updates with vaccinations, at-home tests and reminders to staying safe and healthy.
Editorial—Masking changes on campus

Editorial—Masking changes on campus

North Wind Staff • March 18, 2022
Despite the excitement that might come along with a reduction in masking, as with any COVID-related policy change, there are many concerns to take into account.
COVID questions

COVID questions

Katarina Rothhorn, Features Editor • February 26, 2022
While getting COVID-19 does generate some immunity, Sharp advises against relying on a previous infection for future immunity. Being infected with COVID-19 and getting vaccinated are not the same thing.  “If you get infected with the virus, the virus has, as part of its biology, ways to suppress your immune system,” Sharp said. “Yes, you will generate antibodies so that you can defeat the virus and survive, but some of those factors that the virus has may have effects that diminish the ability to have long lasting immunity.”
Getting COVID impacts on mental health

Getting COVID impacts on mental health

Katarina Rothhorn, Features Editor • February 17, 2022

It is well known that the COVID-19 pandemic has created changes in everyone’s mental health. Loss of family members and friends, altered social situations and increased uncertainty has led to higher...

COVID-19 cases are low at NMU at the beginning of the 2022 fall semester - graphic

Marquette area sees decrease in COVID cases, free KN95 masks for public

Dreyma Beronja, News Editor • February 3, 2022
COVID cases in the area have decreased since last week and KN95 masks become available to the public for free through the Marquette County Health Department.
Staying sane in quarantine: 5 ways to not turn into a mindless zombie

Staying sane in quarantine: 5 ways to not turn into a mindless zombie

Dreyma Beronja, News Editor • February 2, 2022
Quarantine can be hard. Being alone for a week or more and having to miss school and work can add stressors to your life that does not help the already hard situation. Having things to do not only helps the time go by, but keeps your mind active and helps you feel less dead to the world.
CROSS CULTURAL - Olivia Dunn, a Polish-American student, makes perogies with her German Slavic studies major friend and Polish exchange student friend in what she calls a true coming together of different cultures to appreciate one. Dunn has made friends from all over the globe in her program in Oldenburg, Germany.

Global experiences during a global pandemic

Katarina Rothhorn, Features Editor • February 2, 2022

Olivia Dunn, third year international studies major, grew up in a Polish American household and knew she loved languages and travel at a young age. She learned Polish and has a language certification...

QUARANTINED—Students who live on campus who test positive for COVID-19 have the option to either return home if feeling well enough to do so or stay on campus in the first floor of Spooner Hall, the designated on-campus quarantine and isolation hall.

NMU medical director addresses quarantine, omicron concerns

Ayanna Allen, Staff Writer • January 31, 2022
As the semester continues, Dr. Christopher Kirkpatrick, NMU medical director, addresses concerns regarding the new omicron variant, vaccines, quarantining on campus and positive test results on campus.
COVID on campus: how NMU is handling the omicron variant

COVID on campus: how NMU is handling the omicron variant

Dreyma Beronja, News Editor • January 27, 2022
With the Winter 2022 semester kicking off and Omicron cases rising, NMU COVID taskforce explains how the campus is still running while keeping everyone safe.
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