The North Wind

Special Events Committee to host a WinterFest open skate

Amelia Kashian • January 25, 2024

Every year, the NMU Special Events Committee (SEC) hosts WinterFest, a series of events held at the start of the winter semester. The events are meant to boost morale and provide opportunities to socialize...

Special Events Committee hosts Open Skates

Madoline Plattenberg • January 31, 2023

Students looking for a fun and relaxing night out are invited to attend Open Skate, hosted by the Special Events Committee, this upcoming Friday, Feb. 3 from 8:30 to 10:30 p.m. at the Lakeview Arena in...

Winter Fest kicks off this Friday, features collaboration with student organizations

Ryley Wilcox • January 26, 2023

Winter Fest begins today with an NMU Wildcat-themed open skate at 8:30 p.m. at the Lakeview Arena, Olson Rink. The open skate event is free for NMU students with free ice skate rentals while supplies...

Holiday open skate hosted by NMU Special Events Committee, plans for Winter Fest

Ryley Wilcox • December 9, 2022

In years past, holiday open skate has had a large turnout of students in attendance, including last year in which the arena sold out of skates. This year, those interested have another change for the holiday open skate.

Ice skating opportunites in Marquette

Katarina Rothhorn, Features Editor • February 4, 2022

With the winter season fully upon us, there are many opportunities for outdoor activities such as skiing, snowboarding and ice skating within the Marquette area. While other winter sports can get a little...