News and information for employees, students, alumni and friends of Northwestern Michigan College
Alumni Trivia Night
Celebrate NMC's 75th anniversary with a special Alumni Trivia Night at 6:30 p.m. on Friday, February 27, 2026 at Right Brain Brewery. Beat the winter blues, reconnect, and reminisce with friends and fellow alumni. The questions will focus on NMC's 75th year of...
Fail Forward Week
Failure is scary, but it isn’t the end—it is an opportunity to grow. Student Success will host a week of events dedicated to normalizing setbacks and building resilience so that students can use past missteps to lead to future success. Activities include: Leveling Up!...
Boardman Lake Campus sale finalized
TRAVERSE CITY — The governing boards of both Northwestern Michigan College and the Grand Traverse Band of Ottawa & Chippewa Indians have signed a purchase and sale agreement for the Band to buy NMC’s Boardman Lake Campus. NMC trustees unanimously...
2026 Winter Olympics Curling Watch Party
In collaboration with the Traverse City Curling Club, NMC is hosting an Olympic Curling Watch Party from 1–3 p.m. on Friday, February 13, in the Timothy J. Nelson Innovation Center, room 104/105. Come watch Sweden and Canada face off in one of the most anticipated...
Blood donors
Thanks to the 16 donors who saved 48 lives by donating at the campus blood drive Jan. 22. The drive exceeded its goal of 15 donors. Of the 16, six were first-time donors. Who's been a Hawk Owl Helper or Hero for you? Let us know at publicrelations@nmc.edu!
Fail Forward Week
Failure is scary, but it isn’t the end—it is an opportunity to grow. Student Success will host a week of events dedicated to normalizing setbacks and building resilience so that students can use past missteps to lead to future success. Activities include: Leveling Up!...
2026 Winter Olympics Curling Watch Party
In collaboration with the Traverse City Curling Club, NMC is hosting an Olympic Curling Watch Party from 1–3 p.m. on Friday, February 13, in the Timothy J. Nelson Innovation Center, room 104/105. Come watch Sweden and Canada face off in one of the most anticipated...
Marine Technology Society movie night
The Marine Technology Society is hosting a welcome back movie night for students from 6–9 p.m. on Friday, January 30 in the Timothy J. Nelson Innovation Center, room 104/105. The movie to be watched will be voted on before the showing. For questions, contact Adyn...
IAF resumes expert-led programs in 32nd season
Programs focus on executive power, the new space race, rights of nature, Middle East peace building and climate security TRAVERSE CITY — The International Affairs Forum continues its 32nd season of programs addressing global issues and fostering vital...
Enrollment opens soon for College for Kids summer programs
TRAVERSE CITY — Northwestern Michigan College is looking forward to bringing kids’ summer classes back again in 2026 with its popular College for Kids program. All classes are scheduled to occur in-person, both on NMC campuses and local off-site...
Remembering Nancy Gray
Dear NMC community, It is with a heavy heart that I share the news that our colleague and friend Nancy Gray passed away unexpectedly. Nancy was a teacher through and through. For more than 15 years at NMC, she brought extraordinary care and determination to her work,...
Remembering Nancy Gray
Dear NMC students, It is with a heavy heart that I share the news that our colleague and instructor Nancy Gray passed away unexpectedly. Nancy was a teacher through and through. For more than 15 years at NMC, she devoted herself to students who often found school...
Letter of intent for Boardman Lake campus sale signed
Dear colleagues, As you know, in December NMC’s Board of Trustees authorized me to negotiate with the Grand Traverse Band of Ottawa and Chippewa Indians following their initial offer to purchase the Boardman Lake campus. I’m writing to let you know we have now...
Happy Thanksgiving Hawk Owls!
Folks, While I try to bring an attitude of gratitude to work with me every day, Thanksgiving affords a special opportunity to pause and reflect on all that I have to be thankful for. And, while I am grateful for all that you do every day, Thanksgiving affords me a...
Call for 2026 Fellows nominations
The NMC Board of Trustees Fellows Nominating Committee is seeking nominations for the 2026 Northwestern Michigan College "Fellow" award. The Fellow is NMC's highest honor and the following criteria are taken into consideration during the selection process....
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