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SIRENS! — NMU nursing students were happy to incorporate their future careers into the celebrations with this ambulance-themed golf cart.

Cats parading around town

Luke Odgers, Features Writer September 24, 2025

Since 1935, the Homecoming Parade has been a staple of NMU’s student life and its commitment to the greater Marquette community. Every year, thousands of spectators—students, alumni, locals and tourists—line...

PACKED AND READY — The Student Nurses Association chooses an appropriate theme for this year's homecoming parade.

Packing for camp at the Pre-Parade Party

Amelia Kashian September 16, 2023

In preparation for this year’s homecoming with the theme “Camp NMU,” the Special Events Committee worked hard to organize exciting events prior to this weekend’s activities. They hosted a scavenger...

marching band spells Cats

Marching band prepares for homecoming game

Katarina Rothhorn, Features Editor September 23, 2021

For Joe Sturm, senior alto saxophone player and president of the marching band, this year’s homecoming will be his last. He will march into the Superior Dome on Oct. 2 to play his last homecoming halftime...

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