A powerful new wolf sculpture, created by Northern State University alumnus John Lopez, now sits proudly above the bar in the Teal Room. More than just a representation of Northern’s mascot, the piece captures the deep pride and spirit of the campus community.
The Story Behind the Sculpture
Lopez didn’t just want to create a standard mascot figure. He aimed to capture something larger—the essence of Northern. “I’m always drawn to movement in my work,” Lopez said. “A wolf howling at the moon just felt right for this piece. It’s such…