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POPCORN SALE — Greek life sets up shop in Jamrich Hall ticketing booth to sell popcorn for a local cause.
NMU Greek life collaborates for Sexual Assault Awareness Month fundraiser
April 26, 2024
SHINRIN-YOKU — Jacquie Medina sits with students at shinrin-yoku, also known as forest bathing, event to focus on the nature present around them in order to relax.
Forest bathing event allows participants to relax in the middle of campus
April 26, 2024
ASNMU ASSEMBLY — Introducing ASNMU President Dana Hinckley (left) and Vice President Ruby Joseph (right). Photo courtesy of Dana Hinckley
NMU student body elects new ASNMU assembly, votes on referendums
April 25, 2024
Photo Courtesy of the Northern Climate Network
Students get hands-on experience with climate change simulator
April 18, 2024
TKE to host Wildcat Wellness event promoting mental health
TKE to host Wildcat Wellness event promoting mental health
April 18, 2024
The legend of Sal- Grand finale
The legend of Sal- Grand finale
April 26, 2024
Biology student Grace Charles shares her ideas on how to protect our birds on campus. Photo courtesy of Grace Charles
Opinion–Protecting the birds at NMU
April 26, 2024
Opinion — Its okay to outgrow your college friends
Opinion — It’s okay to outgrow your college friends
April 12, 2024
Opinion — Quiet on Set: Nickelodeon’s cycle of abuse
April 12, 2024
CONSENT — Amid the Gender Fair at NMU and the end of Women’s History Month, it’s time to discuss the danger of sexual coercion.
Opinion — Coercion is still sexual assault
April 11, 2024
SPOTTED — A blue-spotted salamander stops in its tracks on a roadside of Presque Isle Park. Many salamanders could be seen migrating through the park, which caught the attention of students and led to further studies and protective measures.
Students and faculty block roads, conduct studies for blue-spotted salamander project in Marquette
April 26, 2024
ON POINT — Undergraduate student Julia Lietz presents her study on Marquette transportation to an audience member.
Students’ work appreciated at Celebration of Student Scholarship
April 25, 2024
Gamma Theta Upsilon to host Earth Week Trivia Night
Gamma Theta Upsilon to host Earth Week Trivia Night
April 24, 2024
A PROUD COLLECTION — Carico (front) and Mary Kelly (back) pose in front of their food pantry collection. Photo Courtesy of Madison Carico
Profile — Education student Madison Carico explores all her passions at NMU
April 19, 2024
Photo Courtesy of Heather Maurer
4Reels club to host 24-Hour Film Challenge
April 18, 2024
Track and field holds success in recent meet preparing for GLIAC outdoor championships
April 26, 2024
From Wildcat to 2024 Olympian: Greco-Roman wrestling celebrates successful weekend
April 26, 2024
FINAL STRETCH — The Cats look to place second overall in the GLIAC before heading into playoffs.
WLAX hits the road to finish out impressive regular season run
April 26, 2024
Athletic Department set to get new turf roll in Superior Dome
Athletic Department set to get new turf roll in Superior Dome
April 26, 2024
Photo Courtesy of NMU Mens Lacrosse
MLAX gears up to take on NIU Huskies at GLLL Championship Tournament
April 24, 2024
Students protest against Israel-Hamas war with campus encampment
Students protest against Israel-Hamas war with campus encampment
April 30, 2024
Pizza Cat Vol. 10
Pizza Cat Vol. 10
April 23, 2024
Pizza Cat Vol. 9
Pizza Cat Vol. 9
April 17, 2024
ACTION PACKED — NMU played its annual spring game last Saturday.
Northern Michigan Football’s annual spring game ends in landslide
April 11, 2024
Pizza Cat Vol. 8
Pizza Cat Vol. 8
April 8, 2024

The North Wind

The North Wind
Satire—Commuting from home? Here’s three great places to scream out your agony

Satire—Commuting from home? Here’s three great places to scream out your agony

Harry Stine, contributing writer • October 8, 2021
So today I offer up a resource for those like me, because if there’s anything I’ve learned from my time in college, it’s that the best way to solve your problems is by letting your emotions simply explode through nonverbal, yet extremely audible, actions such as screaming. It’s easy, it’s soothing and most of all it’s affordable.
Lucy Blair

Letter to the Editor—Finding home in Calhoun County

Lucy Blair • March 18, 2021
When I read Ashley Beronja's recent opinion column about her experience moving from Battle Creek to Marquette, I couldn't help feeling like I was living a weird Act II of Ashley's story, as someone whose home went from being Marquette to living in Calhoun County, where Ashley grew up.
Marquette

Opinion—Why moving out of your hometown is the best choice you can make

Ashley Beronja • March 10, 2021
Despite leaving something behind that is so familiar, the thrill and rush of something new makes up for that sense of loss immensely.
A view of Marquettes fall trees

Opinion—Autumn brings both beautiful colors and homesick feelings

Alexis Stalker • October 13, 2020
My sweet little farm back home in Clarkston, MI is something I’ve been missing lately. My mother has always had a deep connection to nature, and we finally got our own slice of happiness on the farm during our recent move to the property. I’ve always viewed autumn as a vulnerable state of nature, as everything is in the process of its passing. Going to the woods during this time is a cleansing experience to reset for just a moment with nature. My mother and I always strap on our Tevas and Smartwool socks to brace for the crisp autumn morning air before venturing out with our dog, Junior—who of course gets his own sweater—to wander the woods together.

’Cats earn win at home: Volleyball team ends spring season at Vandament Arena versus alumni team

Katie Bultman • April 18, 2013

The spring season is officially complete for the women’s volleyball team, following a tournament at the Vandament Arena this past weekend. The ’Cats hosted the tournament, resulting in two match...

’Cats end season with two home wins

Katie Bultman • February 28, 2013

The women’s basketball team enter the final week of regular season play with an improved 10 to 11 GLIAC record, resulting from consecutive home wins this past weekend. The ’Cats still have a...

Dome crowded as ’Cats dash at home

William Burns • February 21, 2013

The Northern Michigan University track and field team hosted its one and only home meet of the season and placed in the top three in 11 events. The Wildcats competed in the Northern Challenge at...

’Cats stay hot, look to defend home court

Jon Young • December 6, 2012

There hasn’t been much time to rest for the NMU women’s basketball team as they made two separate trips to Ohio in a seven-day stretch. The good news for the ’Cats is they were able to win...

’Cats drop home opener

Cody Boyer • November 1, 2012

The Wildcat hockey team was unable to turn the tide over the weekend as they faced-off against the Notre Dame Fighting Irish, losing both home-opening games. The No. 16-ranked Wildcats lost to the No....

Online Exclusive: ’Cats drop two at home, hit road this weekend

Karly Ratzenberger • October 18, 2012

The Wildcats had two disappointing match-ups at home last weekend adding two losses to their 3-10 record. On Friday, Oct. 12 the ’Cats were defeated by Ohio Dominican University 0-2 and on Sunday...

NMU returns home in search of wins

Cody Boyer • October 18, 2012

The NMU volleyball team competed at the fifth annual Mizuno GLVC/GLIAC Crossover Tournament last weekend, facing three teams and leaving with three losses. The Wildcats travelled to Illinois to...

Women’s club hockey ’Cats drop home opener against Miami

Dustin Anand • October 11, 2012

Northern Michigan University women’s club hockey team squared off with Miami this past weekend for their season opener. The ’Cats started their season opener Friday, Oct. 5, at the Vandament arena...

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