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BUILT FOR TOMORROW — Jacobetti Complex renovated to include new spaces and new technology. A rededication ceremony was hosted Friday, Sept. 15 celebrating the complexs renovation.
Jacobetti Complex receives modern makeover
September 22, 2023
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Join President Tessman for Fun Run
September 20, 2023
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LGBTQ2S+ People of Faith Coffee Hour creates conversation and community
September 18, 2023
STARTING THINGS OFF — The Pick One promotion aims to help students transition to campus life, and increases involvement on campus at the same time. Students have until Monday, Oct. 9, to earn points for the promotion. Photo courtesy of Center for Student Enrichment
“Pick One” encourages campus engagement
September 15, 2023
UPDATE - There is now a new COVID-19 booster vaccine to be offered.
COVID-19 protocol update: new vaccine to be offered
September 14, 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
TALKING IT OUT — Politics are probably one of the trickiest topics out there. Remembering to keep your cool is the easiest way to prevent things from getting heated. Joleigh Martinez/NW
Editorial — Staying friendly when discussing politics
September 21, 2023
QUALITY TIME — Simon and Chili go squirrel watching together at their spots on the windowsill.
Opinion — It’s okay to ‘replace’ a pet
September 19, 2023
FREE TRANSPORTATION — The bike I now use to get campus, as parking has become too unreasonable for me. Biking is just one of many ways you can get around without having to cough up the change for gas money.
Opinion — Alternative means of getting around
September 18, 2023
OUTRAGE — NMU Barstool posted this photo to its Instagram story on Sept. 11, 2023.
Opinion — NLD must apologize for serving “sausage bomber” sandwich on 9/11
September 12, 2023
SLIDING INTO THE GAMES — Students dove in headfirst at this years Dead River Games.
Dive into the Dead River Games
September 21, 2023
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Join President Tessman for Fun Run
September 20, 2023
ALWAYS CLIMBING — Slugs Bluff became the first climber-owned rock-climbing area last year and this years first Slug Fest is a celebration of that milestone. The festival will include programs for climbers as well as community volunteer projects to continue the legacy of stewardship of Slugs Bluff. Photo courtesy of John Miller.
Climbers gear up to scale Slug’s Bluff
September 20, 2023
SOMETHING IS COOKING — The Hospitality Club hosted a cooking demo with Chef Alex Palzewicz, showing students how to use simple ingredients for simple recipes.
Ideas cooking in the NMU hospitality kitchen
September 19, 2023
CLOSER BONDS — Students gather to eat ice cream at one of the clubs first socials of the semester. Photo courtesy of Dana Hinckley
Diversity in Disability hosts inclusive ice cream social
September 18, 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
LONE GOAL — The Cats took a 1-0 win against the Panthers but were unable to find the back of the net against the Cardinals, taking a weekend split before the long road trip coming up.
M Soccer: NMU takes weekend split, long road trip ahead
September 22, 2023
INJURED — Graduate quarter back Mariano Valenti went down with an injury last week leading to promotion of junior QB Jake Bilitz for his first collegiate start. NMU dropped the home match up 3-34 and will look for a win against Quincy this weekend.
NMU Football: ‘Cats looking for first win against Quincy
September 22, 2023
HISTORY — Cats look to continue to dominate the national polls after hitting No.13 in the country for the first time in program history. NMU will be on the road this weekend against Ferris St and Saginaw Valley.
W Soccer: No. 13 NMU looks to continue dominance on the road
September 22, 2023
ALWAYS CLIMBING — Slugs Bluff became the first climber-owned rock-climbing area last year and this years first Slug Fest is a celebration of that milestone. The festival will include programs for climbers as well as community volunteer projects to continue the legacy of stewardship of Slugs Bluff. Photo courtesy of John Miller.
Climbers gear up to scale Slug’s Bluff
September 20, 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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Beautiful Bodies: discussion on fat liberation and body positivity

Beautiful Bodies: discussion on fat liberation and body positivity

Madoline Plattenberg • March 22, 2023

Feminism for All, Diversity and Disability and the Student Equity and Engagement Center (SEEC) hosted a two-part workshop series diving into loving ourselves, the history of fat liberation and body positivity...

PAY WHAT YOU MAKE - Feminism For All members sell homemade and store bought goodies. They have gluten free and vegan options.

Feminism for All hosts ‘pay what you make’ bake sale

Dreyma Beronja • December 6, 2022
To raise awareness of pay equity in the workforce, NMU student organization Feminism for All will be hosting a wage gap bake sale on Tuesday, Dec. 6 across from Starbucks.
Feminism For All to sell baked goods in support of equal pay

Feminism For All to sell baked goods in support of equal pay

Andie Balenger • November 28, 2022

Highlighting pay disparity within the United States workforce, Feminism For All will be hosting its annual Wage Gap Bake Sale on Dec. 6 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Baked goods, including cookies, Oreo balls...

SOLIDARITY — Slut Walk attendees watch as speakers share their stories of sexual assault and harassment at the Wildcat Statue. Feminism For All hosted its sixth annual Slut Walk on Friday, an event uniting people in support of sexual assault awareness and prevention on campus.

Slut Walk draws large crowd, victims of assault share stories

Andie Balenger • October 18, 2022

Near-freezing temperatures and rain did not stop over 50 people from participating in the Slut Walk Friday afternoon, an annual event uniting people in support of sexual assault awareness and prevention...

COLLECTIVE SUPPORT — Poster-making at Feminism for All weekly meeting on Oct. 10 in preparation for the annual Slut Walk. The organization will be hosting another pre-poster making event on Oct. 14 at 3:30 p.m. in the Hunt and Van Antwerp residence hall lobbies.

Feminism for All prepares for upcoming Slut Walk

Ryley Wilcox • October 13, 2022
In preparation for this year's Slut Walk, Feminism for All met on Monday to create posters for the upcoming walk.
SAFER SEX - Devin Ziembiec (left) and Reyna Defoe (right) stand in front of the tables for Condomonium in Jamrich Hall. They passed out numerous educational pamphlets, latex-free condoms, dental dams and other sexual education materials.

Condomonium celebrates inclusive safer sex

Katarina Rothhorn, Features Editor • March 15, 2022

Paper bags lined both sides of the hallway in Jamrich for students passing through to pick up on their way from class. But for some reason, many students seemed to find taking these free goodie bags kind...

Finding a middle ground: how student orgs navigate online challenges

Finding a middle ground: how student orgs navigate online challenges

Katarina Rothhorn, Features Editor • January 26, 2022

The Winter 2022 semester began with a sudden announcement that the first two days of classes would be canceled, the rest of the first week would be online and student organizations would have to meet virtually...

Members of Feminism For All sell homemade baked goods such as banana muffins, vegan chocolate chip muffins and rice crispies. The price differences for each patron emphasized the disproportionate wages people are typically paid based off of their identity.

Bake sale emphasizes pay gap

Joshua La Gorio, Contributing writer • November 4, 2021

In Jamrich, many students lined up for Starbucks to start another day when the smell of muffins, cookies and Oreos wafted over from the ticket booth only a few steps away. A white board listed prices:...

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Feminism for All hosts annual Slut Walk

Ayanna Allen, Staff Writer • September 9, 2021
Feminism for All will host its annual Slut Walk on Friday, Sept. 10. The hope with the Slut Walk is to provide a space for the campus community to confront rape culture, bring around awareness surrounding sexual assault and reclaim the word.
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