Past Issues - Northern Magazine

Creating a more sustainable world through education. 

Pioneering approaches, partnerships and opportunities. Plus welcoming a new NMU president!

Pioneering approaches, partnerships and opportunities. Plus welcoming a new NMU president!

Alumni who play their part in professional sports,

Alumni who play their part in professional sports,

Alumni on the edge of innovation.

Climbing toward health and human equity in an altered world.

Our students persevered and in this issue we honor them.

A professor's quest to shine light on a wildlife pioneer. 

The histories of achievement at Northern Michigan University.

Transforming and innovating aren't just catch phrases on campus; they're action verbs.

Sustainability in action on campus and in the community.

Faculty and students are making great strides and discoveries, as are leading scientists across the nation who once studied here.

And those behind the builds; transforming Marquette, Detroit, and galaxies far, far away.

Inspiration, ideas, and wonder. NMU faculty unlock the secrets.

Consider this issue a backstage pass to the likes of American Idol and the Academy Awards.

Meet the Wildcats who are on the front lines of America's biggest issues.

From athletes to artists, meet the Wildcats who are rolling up their sleeves and helping Detroit get back on its feet.

Five months in, President Fritz Erickson explains why NMU needs to be less humble, more creative, and continually amazing.