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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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STUDENT ART - NMU student artists sell crocheted turtles, handcrafted necklaces and rings, paintings and digital art to customers at the Students Art Gallery x Ore Dock pop-up shop. The next pop-up shop is scheduled for April 6.

Pop-up shop gives students experience in pricing, selling artwork

Ryley Wilcox • February 24, 2023

The Students’ Art Gallery* (SAG*) hosted a pop-up shop at the Ore Dock Brewing Co. Wednesday, Feb. 22 from 5 to 8 p.m., giving student artists an opportunity to sell their work. There were a total...

GRAND PLANS—A model of the planned BotEco Center was created by the NMU art department to aid in the project’s completion.

Revamping the Ore Dock

Akasha Khalsa • November 14, 2019

Plans for the Ore Dock, a relic of Marquette’s mining past, to be transformed into the BotEco Center, a new tourist attraction featuring a full botanical garden and event space, are being aided by students...

CALM AND COLLECTED—Records from a variety of genres are available at the Vinyl Record Shows like classical records. Jessica Parsons/NW

Collabin’ over & collectin’ music

Jessica Parsons • November 14, 2019

Study hours at the Ore Dock Brewing Co. ended and music equipment and instruments were brought in along with shuffling feet, kicking off snow. Upstairs had something for the many flannel-wearers; there...

BROWSING TUNES—The community is invited to explore a variety of vinyl records at the four-day pop-up show at the Ore Dock from Thursday, Nov. 7 to Sunday, Nov. 10. Photo courtesy of Jon Teichman

Sift through vinyl, sip on bubbly

Jessica Parsons • November 7, 2019

Musicians and music fanatics have a certain obsession, passion and attraction to sound waves that have danced from generation to generation. In Marquette, there exists a community that brings these people...

EMBRACING LOVE— Free Mom Hugs was one of the many organizations with a booth set up during Marquette Comes Out at the Ore Dock on Friday, Oct. 11. Mary McDonough/NW

Marquette gathers in support of LGBTQIA+

Denali Drake • October 17, 2019

Rainbow merchandise lined the walls of the Ore Dock Brewing Co. preparing for an emotional, empowering and exciting night of acceptance. Marquette Comes Out was designed as an open event for the community...

SIP SIP, AHH—Yoopers celebrate after Plaidurday Photo on Pete White Public Library steps at Ore Dock Brewing Co. during seasonal Six Pointer beer release. Photo courtesy of Rachel Haggerty

Brewing up, rocking out Plaidurday style

Rachel Haggerty • October 10, 2019

A sea of plaid enthusiasts entered the Ore Dock Brewing Co. last weekend as it hosted the Plaidurday Photo After Party and the seasonal release of the Six Pointer beer.  Hundreds of people dressed...

Band members from left: Beau Ranke, Neil Krause, Jens Staff and Soren Staff have produced three albums since forming in 2014. The first two were more Bluegrass while their newest album blends their original sound, punk-folk and Americana. Photo courtesy of Kyle Lehman

Them Coulee Boys are back in town

Maggie Duly • August 29, 2019

Americana band Them Coulee Boys continues to develop music that encompasses the feeling of the Midwest. Originally from Eau Claire, Wisconsin, the band of four are making their third appearance on Friday,...

Photo courtesy of The Organgrinders and Ore Dock Brewing Co. The Organgrinders, a blues band originally from Wisconsin, croons harmonica and rifts guitar on stage at a performance. The band will rock out again at the Ore Dock Brewing Co. at 7 p.m. this Friday and Saturday.

The Organgrinders to bring bluesy beats – Ore Dock Brewing Co. will host a weekend of rocking guest musicians

Jamieson Greenough • January 25, 2018

The Organgrinders, a blues band originating out of Southeast Wisconsin will be on hand to lay down the funky jams this Friday and Saturday at 7 p.m. at the Ore Dock Brewing Co., along with some other local...

Photo courtesy of Ore Dock Brewing Co: Left, local musician Kerry Yost performs at a past venue. Right, NMU junior public relations major Heather Evans strums a tune. Both women will show their talents at an Ore Dock Brewing Co. concert at 8 p.m. on Thursday.

Speaking up and singing out: Concert features local female songwriters

Jackie Jahfetson • November 16, 2017

The soft rhythm of six strings resonates. Chords exchange a soft conversation, and then a voice of nostalgia whispers feelings of long-lost love. The tone takes you on a journey back to the days when innocence...

Writers to tell narratives of power, violence

Writers to tell narratives of power, violence

Benny Garbacz • November 16, 2017

The Ore Dock Brewing Co. will host its monthly literary reading “Bards & Brews” at 7 p.m. tonight, Nov. 16 with the theme “Unquieting: Power, violence, and narratives that refuse to stay silent.”...

Funky Dance kicks of annual U.P. Folklife Festival

Nolan Krebs • September 13, 2012

The sounds of the Mississippi Delta will be heard in Marquette on Friday, Sept. 21, as the U.P. Folklife Festival kicks off its fifth year with a Funky Folk Dance at the Ore Dock Brewing Company. The...

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