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To promote the study of American Sign Language and the appreciation and understanding of Deaf culture by organizing educational and cultural activities open to all interested members of the University and local community.

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Athletes in Action offers collegiate athletes an environment where they can gather together and talk about how to connect their faith with their sport.

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NMU Mission
Northern Michigan University's distinctive academic mission and career programs are nurtured by exceptional teaching and extensive opportunities for scholarship, creativity, and engagement. Our supportive, connected community empowers students, graduates, faculty and staff to contribute to a diverse and sustainable world.

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Northern Michigan University promotes an active environment to foster strong minds and bodies, inspires innovation and inclusion through community engagement, and develops leaders capable of local and global impact.

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The Department of Intercollegiate Athletics and Campus Recreation mission is to promote academic excellence, interpersonal growth and social development, embrace diversity, teach versatile lifetime skills, foster spirit and tradition, and build a lifelong connection to Northern Michigan University.

Department of Athletics and Campus Recreation Vision
The Department of Intercollegiate Athletics and Campus Recreation promotes: 1) distinction in academic achievement and athletic competition; 2) commitment to fiscal responsibility, compliance, diversity and gender equity; 3) personal development of students and staff; 4) service to community and customers; 5) connection with campus and former students; and 6) recognition of student-athlete and alumni success.

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We are the NMU SAE Baja Racing Team, based out of the Jacobetti Complex. Baja SAE is a national business and engineering competition that enables students to design, fabricate, and race small, single-seater Baja cars against other school Baja teams, both regionally and nationally. In addition to the design and racing aspects of the competition, there is also a business presentation that looks at things like sales, marketing, and financials. While many of our active team members are a part of the Engineering Technology department, we also have members from a variety of other majors who can put their skills to use for the benefit of the team. Our engineering majors design and build the car, our art and design majors create team promotional material, and our business majors handle the team's budget and marketing.

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As a team member, you will have the opportunity to expand upon your classroom learning in an open shop with other students who share the same interests. We have the opportunity to learn from each other and get hands-on experience that simply isn't possible in the classroom.

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Our mission is to bring like-minded individuals together to better themselves physically and learn about resistance training/exercise.

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The NMU Board and Ski Club is open to all students interested in becoming part of the winter outdoor community in Marquette. We welcome all students no matter their level of experience. Throughout the season we will hold many club activities and take a few trips to different hills around Michigan! This club is a great way to stay busy during the long winter season and make some new friends!

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The purpose of Cats Connect is to (a) create a space where student-athletes can share their own thoughts and experiences and start conversations relating to overall well-being. (b) Having useful resources, discussions, and events so that student-athletes can learn about overall wellbeing and create community amongst athletes. (c) Participate and connect with foundations that also share the goal of focusing on healthy student athletes

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The Club Cross Country team is a group of motivated, passionate athletes that are looking for a competitive college running experience. Our main goal is to compete and grow within the GLIAC conference. We accept runners of all skill levels and adapt training to suit their needs. Email swatling@nmu.edu for more information.

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The Club Nordic Ski team is a team aimed at having fun and racing against other schools in the region through the Midwest Collegiate Ski Association. There are four regular season races and all team members are encouraged to race. The team is open to skiers of all abilities although having prior experience is preferred. All team members are encouraged to participate in volunteering events on the club's behalf. For more information check out the link to our rec sports page: https://www.nmu.edu/recsports/nordic-ski-club ."

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The NMU Crew team is a group of dedicated people who have fun while practicing to compete in regattas. This is a fun and interesting team to join if you are looking for something new to try. It is a lot of hard work but is incredibly rewarding. We take anyone. So even if you don't know how to row no problem we will teach you.

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The NMU Conservation Crew is a student-led organization dedicated to educating students and community members about the environment by hosting group hikes, trash clean-ups, and conservation-related workshops and events. Additionally, the club regularly collaborates with like-minded organizations in Marquette to ensure students are an active part of protecting the local environment.

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Because of the extensive amounts of workshops and volunteering our organization does, members can expect to network with a variety of environmental professionals that could ultimately help advance their career and build their resume. The benefits of this club are not only relevant to EEGS/Biology students, but also Education, Marketing, Communications, Economic, and Political Science majors. We strongly believe environmental awareness is a valuable skill that every person should have and welcome anyone into our club at any point in the semester.

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To get more people out riding bikes. We do trail riding in the fall, Fatbiking in the winter, and gravel/road primarily in the spring. The goal is to get as many people as we can to come out with us and enjoy riding their bikes.

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The NMU Dance Team encourages student dancers to continue the sport through college. The team performs at various games and events on campus, as well as traveling to competitions. We perform all kinds of dancing including but not limited to jazz, pom, hip hop, contemporary and more.

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Northern Michigan University Disc Golf Club strives to provide a place for students to go out and play disc golf with fellow peers and a safe place to unwind from the week. We will also give a way for those interested to learn and compete should they want to.

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We are a vibrant group of ordinary students at NMU who dance, laugh, and have a good time. No dance experience is necessary; all that is needed for class is a clean pair of tennis shoes or tap shoes, a water bottle, and a positive attitude. Join us, and bring along your friends! :-)

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We are an organization working with NMU to provide competitive gaming on campus. Currently, we are accepting anyone with the passion to play video games in hopes to spread E-Sports throughout campus.

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access to top-of-the-line gaming equipment, a chance to compete against other big colleges including Michigan, Ohio st, Organ, Michigan Tech, and More!!

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Exercise is Medicine® On Campus (EIM-OC) calls upon universities and colleges to promote physical activity as a vital sign of health. EIM-OC encourages faculty, staff and students to work together toward improving the health and well-being of the campus community by:
-Making movement a part of the daily campus culture
-Assessing physical activity at every student health visit
-Providing students with the tools necessary to strengthen healthy physical activity habits that can last a lifetime
-Connecting university health care providers with university health fitness specialists to provide a referral system for exercise prescription.

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The Northern Michigan University Figure Skating Team is compiled of a group of young women who have invested a considerable amount of their lives in the sport of figure skating. Members take pride in what they do and are dedicated to the sport. The team prides themselves on providing an opportunity for collegiate skaters to improve their skill and take advantage of competition opportunities throughout the season. Through performances, appearances, and volunteer activities, the Northern Michigan University Figure Skating Team serves as NMU ambassadors.

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There is no real expectations within the club at this time. We are currently working on getting a boat for the club to enter tournaments. Through fundraisers and finding sponsorships, the club will be able to get funds to be able to work towards a boat and all items that the club will need. You do not need to be an avid fisherman to be in the club, all students are welcome to join. Myself and other members would love to help anyone and everyone that wants to learn about anything that has to do with fishing. If you have any questions, feel free to send an email and we would love to help you out.

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Founded in August 2023 with the goal to make Northern the greenest in the GLIAC, Green Athletics is a student-driven working group consisting of student-athletes, coaches, and other administrators striving to create and promote sustainable changes within NMU's Athletic Department.

Through collaboration and communication with SHINE, NMU Wildcats and other campus entities, Green Athletics hopes to create long-lasting change throughout NMU, the surrounding Marquette community, and the world beyond. Green Athletics serves as a "sustainability spokesperson" for NMU Athletics, and helps contribute to the growing number of sustainability initiatives throughout NMU.

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Promoting health and physical wellness through recreation.

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The NMU Hip Hop Dance Crew's purpose is to empower young people who love to dance, create school spirit, pride, and loyalty. Our objective is to promote leadership, diversity, and responsibility. We give everyone a chance to audition and encourage all from no dance experience to many years of experience to audition for our crew! Variety in our choreography gives every dancer the chance to show their strengths. We believe in working hard to be the best crew that we can be!

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To bring people together through the sport of casual and/or competitive dancing. As well as to practice wellness in a fun, social setting.

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Underwater Hockey and Rugby Team

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The NMU Men's club basketball team is a group of students who share a passion for playing basketball and want to compete with other clubs in the region. The team's mission is to promote sportsmanship, teamwork, and physical fitness among its members and the campus community. The team welcomes players of all skill levels and backgrounds, and strives to create a fun and supportive environment for everyone. The team also organizes social events and fundraisers to support its activities and goals.

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The Men's Lacrosse Club is active in the Great Lakes Lacrosse League, which provides varsity level competition for lacrosse clubs across the Midwest. NMU competes in the Central Division of the GLLL Division 2, which includes clubs from UW-Madison, UW-Stevens Point, UW-Oshkosh, UW-Milwaukee, UW-Platteville, UW-Whitewater, Marquette and Michigan Tech. We are looking for interested individuals that have prior playing experience or a strong desire to become quality lacrosse players and are dedicated to the team and improving their skills. For more information, email nmumenslax@yahoo.com or reach out via Instagram @nmumenslax.

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We aim to be a competitive soccer team in the Northern Conference of the Midwest Alliance Soccer Conference, striving for a yearly appearance at the Regional Tournament. We are committed to continuous improvement, both individually and as a team, while fostering strong relationships that enhance everyone's college experience.

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Competitive Growth – Improve skills and performance by competing at a high level in the Northern Conference of the Midwest Alliance Soccer Conference.
Personal Development – Build discipline, leadership, and perseverance through training and competition.
Team Camaraderie – Develop strong friendships and a supportive network that enhances the college experience.
Networking & Opportunities – Connect with players, coaches, and alumni for future career and athletic opportunities.

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Our mission is to support Northern Michigan University students in their pursuit of excellence in volleyball. To promote camaraderie, competition, physical/mental health, and fun through volleyball by developing standards of good sportsmanship, knowledge, and skill development.

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-Introduced to the world of Men's volleyball
- Be apart of a great group of guys

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As a competitive ACHA program here at NMU, we have a unique opportunity to provide students a college path that includes a demanding hockey schedule with a focus on academic excellence. Our schedule consists of ~30 games that includes travel all over the Midwest.
Team president: Jace Moore

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Mooseman Rugby, Since 1979.

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"To carry on the Upper Peninsula tradition of mushing through the education of the younger generation."

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The mission of NMU Club Swim & Dive is to provide a fun, inclusive, and competitive swimming and diving environment for students of all skill levels. We strive to promote health, teamwork, and sportsmanship while representing Northern Michigan University at collegiate club swim meets.

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The club is open to anyone, regardless of experience level or free time-Even if you're simply interested in how it all works and want to learn more! We plan to focus on underwater conservation, exploration, and education. We are also planning fun activities like beach clean-ups, movie nights, trivia nights, bonfires, diving and more!

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Northern Bowling is a club created for people who want to bowl in a welcoming environment. Whether you have a past in bowling, have never bowled before, or are just looking for something to get you out of your dorm, Northern Bowling is here for you. This club is very non-committal and will occur once a week at this time. If once a week does not work for the greater good, every two weeks will be taken into consideration. This club is meant to be for fun! Fun fact, both the Co-Presidents bowled on a competitive and professional level, so you make it as serious as you want it to be (we are still welcoming despite any competition that may occur). Again, if you are looking for something fun to do, or learn a new skill, Northern Bowling is for you. So come check it out, have some fun, and who knows if you'll find a new hobby :)

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Northern Fencing Club's objective is to teach people about the the three different fencing styles and weapons (epee, sabre, and foil). Activities include training and practice, and occasional in-club tournaments.

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We are a welcoming community to swimmers of all levels and skill sets. Our club is open to those who want to compete in a league or just swim with a team and make new friends.

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Northern Moves is a walking club here at NMU! A walking club consists of a group of people going on a walk (obviously) with the intention of staying healthy, enjoying the outdoors, and making new friends along the way!

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The Organization for Outdoor Recreation Professionals' goal is to provide real experiences in the outdoor recreation industry for members who are looking for professional ways to get involved in the community. Our members are looking for professional ways to build their resumes while simultaneously benefiting community members. Email Ali Myers at alimyers@nmu.edu for more information.

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Puckheads is a student organization that aims to engage students during hockey games. We coordinate with other departments to make the student section as fun as possible!

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Puckheads is a great way to get involved in the hockey community at Northern! We are a very spirited group that loves the game and loves the fans even more! This club is a great way to meet new people and get involved!

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NMU Rec Sports seeks to create a campus culture where the pursuit of a balanced lifestyle is encouraged and valued by providing a comprehensive program of sports, recreation, leisure activities, educational opportunities and services.

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NMU Running Club provides a social outlet for runners of all levels and paces. The club hopes to create an atmosphere that emphasizes running and companionship- truly creating a community of runners on NMU's campus.

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The Sailing Team puts Northern Michigan's largest natural resource to good use. Based out of Marquette's Lower Harbor, the Sailing Team sets sail on Lake Superior in both the fall and spring seasons. The racing members compete at regattas across the Midwest under the Midwest Collegiate Sailing Association (MCSA), a regional denomination of the inter-Collegiate Sailing Association (ICSA). The team welcomes students who have no sailing experience, but would like to learn! "Recreational Member" status is available for those who don't yet feel comfortable racing. Email sailing@nmu.edu for more information.

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This club is for students who enjoy riding snowmobiles, dirt bikes, motorcycles, side by sides, you name it and hanging out with likeminded people. This club started with an emphasis on snowmobiles but as we've grown we've found a lot of members and incoming freshmen have other powersports and we'd love to be more inclusive! The club is meant for people to make new friends and make new memories exploring the trails around the UP.

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The South Superior Climbing Club promotes and encourages a safe and inclusive rock climbing community among NMU students and community members.

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Our mission is to educate students and community members on the rules of Spikeball, along with encouraging exercise, fun, and positive team engagement.

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The purpose of the Student Athlete Advisory Committee (SAAC) is to serve as the voice of the student-athletes within the campus community and to promote communication between student-athletes and athletic administration.
Email our E-Board at saac@nmu.edu for more information.

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Chapter of the national Student Veterans of America organization. Group allows student-veterans to socialize, organize and conduct activities related to their interests and community service, and to be able to connect with other veterans in the area.

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We are a group of people who love to swing dance! We're no professionals, but we are here to help teach and practice swing dancing and line dancing for pure enjoyment!

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Our mission is to provide a safe, friendly, and inclusive space to explore surfing and surfing pop culture with people who share similar interests. Additionally, we will strive to enhance the community at Northern Michigan University and surrounding areas through related volunteer work such as beach clean-ups and surf lessons.

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The tennis club is a group of students that want to stay active by playing tennis and meet others.

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Helping students to pursue running at any level. Whether you are simply looking to stay healthy or run competitively in colligate track meets, this is the place for you.

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Ultimate Frisbee's goal is to get the sport of Ultimate Frisbee known in our community and of course to win at tournaments. Email mmraz@nmu.edu for more information.

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To promote the scholarship and practice of Historical European Martial Arts (HEMA)

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Open to everyone, including new players. Have fun and continue the sport that you love.

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Our goal is to give girls of all skill levels the chance to play soccer in a fun, competitive setting.

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We are a team looking to compete and have fun! We make it possible to keep playing the sport you love while focusing on school.

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Woman's Club Volleyball is a fun, but competitive team that travels to lower Michigan and Wisconsin for tournaments. Volleyball is a great way for women to make new connections, and gain experience in college. Although having fun means a lot to us, we also want to win, but don't have the stress that high school, and travel ball may have put on you. So why not give it a try make new friends have new experiences, and play a sport that you enjoy. We also put on fundraisers throughout the year to give back to our community and raise funds for our club.

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Qualifications: Previous competitive volleyball skills preferably from high school/club level. Members must be full-time students at NMU and may have to meet a minimum GPA requirement that is yet to be determined. Members must also pay dues that are decided every semester but are usually around or less than $100 - this covers all travel expenses (hotels, rental cars, tournament fees, gas money, etc.)

Benefits: We have tryouts at the start of every semester (there is a $5 tryout fee). Usually, we have 3-4 tournaments a semester and 2 practices a week in the Vandament Arena from 9pm - 11pm. We also do a lot of team bonding activities and grow together as a team. In regards to volunteering, we spend a lot of time with local volleyball clubs and help younger athletes grow their love for the sport as well as their confidence.

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The NMU Women's Hockey Team was established in 2000. We are a member of the CCWHA (Central Collegiate Women's Hockey Association) Division II, which includes Michigan State University, University of Notre Dame, Loyola University of Chicago, Central Michigan University, Adrian College, and Miami-Ohio University. We are also a part of the ACHA (American Collegiate Hockey Association) which is an organization of over 461 college and university affiliated programs that provides structure, regulates operations, and promotes the quality of collegiate ice hockey. In addition to playing teams within our conference, we also schedule games against other Division I and II programs within the CCWHA/ACHA. As a team, we care deeply about one another and prioritize having a positive attitude. We are all very committed, hard working individuals who are always looking to improve ourselves and to uplift one another.
Contact our team with any questions or comments- northern.mich.wh@gmail.com

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Fall Practices are 6-8pm at Wright Street Field!

Our mission is to grow the sport of rugby by bringing it to Northern Michigan University. We want everyone who is interested to be able to learn and play the sport. This team will create opportunities for friendship, competition, physical activity, and growth of knowledge for rugby. Rugby is an inclusive sport where everyone has a place, and our purpose is to help everyone find their place on, and off, the field.

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Our mission is to provide a comfortable space for NMU students to deepen their yoga practice and connect with other students who are passionate about yoga and wellness! We want to cultivate an atmosphere that allows students to speak freely, incorporate their own ideas into our group practices, strengthen their mind-body connection, and relieve stress from the struggles of academic and personal lives.

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We will be utilizing on campus and off campus spaces, while meeting bi-weekly. We will have a yoga-based activity for club members that will explore practices integrated with yoga, as well as building our relationship as a group! We are currently meeting every other Friday of each month at Unity Yoga Co-Op on Washington St @ 6pm.