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TELL YOUR STORY - Hanif Abdurraqib stands before his audience, inspiring them with his words.
Writer Hanif Abdurraqib visits NMU
March 12, 2025
LISTEN AND LEARN - Marquette Ending Hunger hosts a trivia night using Quizzizz.
Marquette Ending Hunger hosts trivia night
March 11, 2025
BAKING TIME — Presenter Susan Robison explains what goes into sourdough starter at a Skill Builder called, "The Wonders of Sourdough."
SLFP holds Skill Builder, teaches ins and outs of sourdough making
February 27, 2025
CELEBRATE LOVE - The Black Student Union hosted a bake sale in the Jamrich ticket booth for Black Love Day.
Black Student Union hosts Black Love Day bake sale
February 24, 2025
SWEETS - Upon entering Hedgcock on Valentine's Day, students were met with a variety of sweet treats and homemade Valentines.
Student Support Services hosts festive Valentine’s Day bake sale
February 24, 2025
EXPRESS YOURSELF- News Editor Megan Voorhees puts herself out their in an odd way. Graphic by Deirdre Northrup-Riesterer
Getting back out of my hermit shell
February 27, 2025
In February of 2024, community members and students gathered at the Lower Harbor bell tower in downtown Marquette to protest in support of Palestine.
NMU’s involvement in protesting
February 21, 2025
Beyoncé accepting a Grammy Award at the 2025 music award show. (photo courtesy of GRAMMY.com)
Drama at the Grammys
February 21, 2025
SCENE SETTING — The opening scene of Much Ado About Nothing, as a group of Yoopers sneak up on a deer. Highlighting the setting of the UP and the second week of deer camp.
Much Ado About Nothing — A review
February 20, 2025
Why I think Valentine's Day needs more love
Why I think Valentine’s Day needs more love
February 14, 2025
DONT MISS OUT - Join the South Superior Climbing Club to watch several climbing films and have the chance to win raffle prizes.
South Superior Climbing Club to host Reel Rock 19 showing
March 12, 2025
STOP AND SMILE — Jane Fitkin stops to admire Marquette's natural landscape, which she has gone on to advocate for in a variety of ways.
Profile — NMU alum becomes voice for environment
March 12, 2025
TIME TO JUDGE — Chili chefs get ready for students to judge their recipes at the annual cook-off.
Getting creative at the Annual Chili Cook-Off
February 27, 2025
WAY TO ROCK — Student band Total Head rocks the Northern Center during the Peak 25 Conference.
Total Head takes over Northern Center
February 27, 2025
A GOOD LAUGH - PrimeTime Productions hosted a fun and interactive show with Derrick Knopsnyder that drew laughter out of students.
Comedian laughs with Northern Michigan University
February 26, 2025
SPEEDING BY - Victoria Dybwad racing in the Nordic Ski team's NCAA race.
Nordic Ski takes home gold in NCAA Regionals
March 11, 2025
NMU Women’s Wrestling Boasts Successful Outing at Regional Qualifier
NMU Women’s Wrestling Boasts Successful Outing at Regional Qualifier
February 28, 2025
St. Thomas hands NMU back-to-back losses in Wildcats’ home finale
St. Thomas hands NMU back-to-back losses in Wildcats’ home finale
February 27, 2025
ROAD TRIP — The men's basketball team lost to Michigan Tech over the weekend and will soon leave for their final road trip of the season before GLIAC play.
Men’s basketball faces struggles toward end of season
February 26, 2025
Women’s basketball dominates in weekend matchups
Women’s basketball dominates in weekend matchups
February 21, 2025
Pizza Cat — Vol. 29
Pizza Cat — Vol. 29
March 11, 2025
St. Thomas hands NMU back-to-back losses in Wildcats’ home finale
St. Thomas hands NMU back-to-back losses in Wildcats’ home finale
February 27, 2025
Pizza Cat — Vol. 28
Pizza Cat — Vol. 28
February 18, 2025
Caden Sierra/NW
Wildcats fall short in close battle with Grand Valley State as regionals approach
February 13, 2025
SAFE SEX - Students participate in the Condom Carnival on campus. (Caden Sierra/NW)
Student Equity and Engagement Center hosts Condom Carnival
February 11, 2025

The North Wind

The North Wind

Briefs 11/29/12

NW Staff • November 29, 2012

State News The DNR has announced three cougar sightings in the U.P. this week, one of which was found in northern Marquette County and the other two near the Wisconsin border of Menominee County....

Wildcats stumble on road, still ranked

Cody Boyer • November 15, 2012

The NMU hockey team hiked south to Ohio to face-off against Miami, coming out of the series with another tie and another loss. Following a similar weekend against the Wolverines, the No. 16-ranked...

’Cats dominate at home, pick up two wins

Cody Boyer • October 25, 2012

The NMU volleyball team stormed the Vandament Arena last weekend, defeating Ohio-Dominican and Tiffin following two losses on the road. The Wildcats put an end to their three-match losing streak on...

’Cats adjust to new challenges

Jon Young • September 20, 2012

The road woes continued for the NMU football team last Saturday, Sept. 15, as they dropped a conference game against the Ohio Dominican Panthers, 47-7. Head coach Chris Ostrowsky said his team is committed...

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