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THANKS HOWARD — Students sign a large Starbucks coffee cup to give their thanks back to Schultz for his donation to the university.
NMU Alumni makes big change on campus through donation
November 20, 2024
THE CLIMB - Students climb the wall at the PEIF for the ORC's Midnight Madness event.
Students soar high at climbing event
November 18, 2024
CLIMATE FINDINGS - Students, staff and community members gather to listen to Stoner and his research findings on climate change.
Dr. Alexander Stoner introduces climate anxiety, illusion of economic growth
November 15, 2024
CULTURE SHOCK - Students gathered in The Science Building for the Culture Shock Film Society’s showing of "Hundreds of Beavers" last Thursday.
Culture Shock Film Society hosts movie showings to broaden students’ worldview
November 15, 2024
A STITCH IN TIME - President of Feminism for All Lindsey Herron shows students how to sew running and overcast stiches.
Feminism for All creates environment for students to learn new skill
November 11, 2024
Maria Hoenke
Opinion — How colloquialisms perpetuate stigmas around mental health diagnoses
December 9, 2024
KNOCK OUT — Jake Paul and Mike Tyson had their show down premier on the popular streaming app Netflix on Nov. 15.
Opinion — Jake Paul and Mike Tyson showdown leaves viewers unimpressed, wanting more
December 4, 2024
A pile of finished books, and a 'to read' pile. A few were inspired from social media, mystery book dates and a desire to take advice from writing experts.
Opinion — The Status of literature in the digital age: are we missing the point?
November 21, 2024
GO OUT AND VOTE — Ishpeming residents head inside the second voting station in their city, on the morning of Nov. 5. Much like I had, peacefully utilizing their rights as Americans.
Opinion — Ruminating on the day I voted
November 19, 2024
The bell pulled from the Edmund Fitzgerald in the Great Lakes Shipwreck Museum at Whitefish Point.
Opinion — The gales of November remember, so do we
November 19, 2024
STOP AND LOOK — Students check out hats and gloves that have been laid out for them to take.
Chilly days, warm hearts: First Impressions’ giveaway fosters community support
December 9, 2024
STOP AND LOOK — Students are shown how to weave string through their dreamcatcher.
A day of dreamcatchers
November 22, 2024
ALL SET UP — Clothing is laid out for a sustainable swap as part of the Green Friday event.
EcoReps celebrates sustainability
November 21, 2024
BIG SMILES — Tau Kappa Epsilon poses after their rush event with several potential new members. (Photo courtesy of TKE Instagram.)
Breaking Stereotypes — One fraternity’s journey
November 18, 2024
WITNESS AND ACT — The Refugee Outreach Collective ends their Refugee Voices of Resilience event with a call to action.
Students hear refugees’ powerful stories
November 15, 2024
Kuehl hits 1,000 points, leads Wildcats to Victory after break
Kuehl hits 1,000 points, leads Wildcats to Victory after break
December 9, 2024
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Women’s soccer wins GLIAC and heads to NCAA tournament
November 22, 2024
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Womens Basketball season starts with hot streak
November 22, 2024
Hockey ends home weekend in tough losses
Hockey ends home weekend in tough losses
November 15, 2024
Photo Courtesy of NMU Athletics
Women’s basketball opens 2024-25 season with tournament play
November 14, 2024
Pizza Cat — Vol. 22
Pizza Cat — Vol. 22
December 2, 2024
STOP AND LOOK — Students are shown how to weave string through their dreamcatcher.
A day of dreamcatchers
November 22, 2024
Pizza Cat — Vol. 21
Pizza Cat — Vol. 21
November 18, 2024
Tacky tourist vibes take over Lakeview Arena with themed open skate
Tacky tourist vibes take over Lakeview Arena with themed open skate
November 12, 2024
Pizza Cat — Vol. 20
Pizza Cat — Vol. 20
November 12, 2024

The North Wind

The North Wind
Lacrosse: Wildcats, CSP to face off in first round of GLIAC tournament

Lacrosse: Wildcats, CSP to face off in first round of GLIAC tournament

Chris Anderson • April 28, 2023

The Wildcats ended their regular season with four straight wins and a loss to Grand Valley to finish with a 10-6 record, the best in program history. With the GLIAC being such a small conference for lacrosse,...

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W Basketball: ‘Cats fall short to Saginaw Valley, end season 15-13

Lily Gouin • March 3, 2023

The Women Wildcats traveled up to Houghton last Saturday to face off against their U.P. rival Michigan Tech falling short, 68-80. This loss rounded out the regular reason for the Wildcats who finished...

BOWING OUT—NMU sophomore guard Samantha Potter goes up for the contested layup over two Davenport defenders last season. The NMU Women's basketball team is going up against Lake State and Ferris State and hopes to improve both defense and offensive strategies.

W Basketball: ‘Cats looking forward, tough road trip ahead

Chris Anderson • January 26, 2023

The Wildcats suffered back-to-back losses last week against Michigan Tech and Grand Valley, the top two teams in the GLIAC. The Wildcats were able to build a 7-point lead early against the nationally ranked...

LOOKING AHEAD - After a great season the seen the 'Cats earn a 23-9 record. The team will be looking ahead to next season after falling in the first round of the NCAA tournament.

Volleyball: NMU loses to Quincy University in first round of NCAA tournament

Chris Anderson • November 18, 2022

Women's volleyball went all the way to 5 sets with Grand Valley State in the semifinal round of the GLIAC tournament but ended up losing 16-14 in the final set, losing 3-2. Sophomore Jacqueline Smith had...

First tournament brings win versus host

Katie Bultman • March 28, 2013

The Wildcats took to the road on Saturday, March 23 for their first tournament of the spring volleyball season to finish with a solid three split matches and one victory match over host, Eastern Michigan...

Volleyball returns for spring tourney season

Katie Bultman • March 21, 2013

Wildcat volleyball is back in session for a spring tournament season that begins this weekend. The NMU women’s volleyball team has taken to the gym once again for practices that will prepare the ’Cats...

Wildcats fire up for tournament shot

Cody Boyer • November 8, 2012

The NMU volleyball ’Cats spiked their way to a win and a loss over the weekend, splitting their games against Hillsdale and Northwood. The Wildcats took on the Hillsdale Chargers on Friday, Nov....

Golfers finish Regionals, gear up for GLIAC’s

Karly Ratzenberger • October 4, 2012

The golf team played in the NCAA Regional tournament on Saturday, Sept. 29 through Monday, Oct. 1. The Wildcats finished the match in 21st place out of 24 teams with an overall score of 638. Head coach...

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