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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
TV6 CANATHON — Marquette Ending Hunger has placed 17 donation boxes — like the one pictured above — around campus in every building, including academic buildings and residence hall lobbies to collect cans for the can drive.
Marquette Ending Hunger collects cans, funds for TV6 Canathon
November 16, 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
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
WINNERS — The womens soccer team celebrates following their win against UW-Parkside and earning their first ever GLIAC tournament champion title. Photo courtesy of Anna Melnikoff
W Soccer: Wildcats to host national tournament regionals amidst a historic season
November 15, 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

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Life on the coast: 2022’s Fresh Coast Film Fest

Harry Stine • October 20, 2022

The Fresh Coast Film Festival, which ran from Oct. 13-16, featured over 80 films, ranging from 60-second shorts to full-length screenings. “The festival has been absolutely amazing this year,” filmmaker...

Gala of the Galaxy is out of this world

‘Gala of the Galaxy’ is out of this world

Madoline Plattenberg, Assistant Sports Editor • March 31, 2022

For one night only, the lobby of the Jacobetti Center will be transformed into a spaceship called the "HM Voyager," presenting out of this world galactic décor, high-end food and exceptional entertainment...

Photo courtesy of Lanni Lantto

UP Wild hosts hike in ‘Old Town’ Negaunee

Dreyma Beronja, News Editor • September 16, 2021
UP Wild hosts haunted hike through "Old Town" Negaunee on Saturday.
Photo courtesy to María Arenillas FALL KICKOFF—Those in the Languages, Literatures and International Studies department celebrated the 2019 fall semester with their annual kickoff event. This year with classes being back in person, the LLIS met on Whitman Lawn to celebrate the start of the fall semester.

LLIS kicks off fall semester with social gathering

Dreyma Beronja, News Editor • September 12, 2021
The Languages, Literatures and International Studies department kicked off the fall semester with their Fall Kickoff event. The kickoff was held at Whitman Lawn on Thursday.
Photo courtesy of NMU Conservation Crew COMMUNITY CLEANUP—On Saturday April 17, NMUs Conservation Crew pitched in to help clean up Lower Harbor Mattson Park. The cleanup was apart of the 2021 Earth Week celebration.

Earth Week activities look to promote sustainable future

Joad Blaauw-Hara • April 20, 2021
Anderton's Earth Week 2021 kicks off with a park cleanup with NMU's Conservation Crew. The week of events aims to promote a more sustainable future for NMU.
National Student Employment Week showcases appreciation for student workers

National Student Employment Week showcases appreciation for student workers

Ashley Beronja • April 14, 2021
Throughout the week of April 11, National Student Employment Week will be celebrated sharing the appreciation towards student employees on campus.
Photo courtesy of University Marketing and Communications POWWOW—The Native American Student Association will be holding a virtual celebration to educate the breakdown of a traditional powwow with dancers, drum songs and guest speakers about the celebration.

Upcoming powwow to uplift Native American community, educate students and community on culture

Joad Blaauw-Hara • March 25, 2021
On April 3 NMU’s Native American Student Association will host a virtual powwow that will educate students about Native American culture from 1 to 3 p.m.
Photo courtesy of Amber Morseau RED DRESS—The CNAS will participate in The REDress Project as part of the MMIW week. The REDress Project focuses on the issue of missing and the murder of indigenous women.

CNAS readies for MMIW week with red dress installation and other events

Ayanna Allen • March 22, 2021
The Center for Native American Studies plans to introduce Murdered and Missing Indigenous Women week to the NMU community March 22 through the 26.
Photo courtesy of Emma Drever

Remembering Ruth Bader Ginsburg, a legacy

Peter Smedley • September 29, 2020
Graphic courtesy of Emma Drever
TACKLING THE NOW—Poet Jericho Brown, recipient of prestigious awards such as the National Book Award and a 2009 American Book Award, is scheduled to present at NMU.

Poet finds art in current issues

Jake Bekemeyer • October 17, 2019

A critically-acclaimed poet who tackles complex societal topics and has recieved several awards for his writing will visit NMU this week. The NMU Visiting Writers series will host Jericho Brown at...

Participate in MLK Day events

Shaina James • January 17, 2013

NMU’s decision to designate Martin Luther King Jr. Day as a university holiday is a welcome one, though it lagged behind the federal government by almost 30 years. That is not to say Northern is the...

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