Jul 28, 2022 | HR Corner, Intercom
Kudos to Glenn Wolff: This summer, several students have shared with us examples of Glenn going above and beyond to help them as a faculty advisor and we wanted to take a moment to say Thank You! Whether it is still meeting with a student even if they do not want to continue with an art major or walking them through completing orientation, Glenn is a great example of going above and beyond as a faculty advisor and we appreciate the little things he does to support us and our students!
Experts suggest maintaining an “attitude of gratitude” increases positivity for yourself and for others. Please encourage your colleagues by submitting a KUDOS. Let them know you appreciate their hard work and are thinking of them!
Jul 27, 2022 | HR Corner, Intercom
Human Resources will roll out NEOED Recruiting (Insight/Online Hiring Center and Onboard). These systems will replace SilkRoad Recruiting and Onboarding as phase one of NMC’s transition to new talent software. NEOED offers features and functionality that are mobile-friendly and better support NMC’s new employees and hiring managers. Watch for more information soon!
Jul 22, 2022 | HR Corner, Intercom
Kudos to Dave Weaver: Thank you, Dave, for assisting in the University Center computer lab for the College for Kids: Battle Royale: Make Your First Fortnite Style Video Game (Grades 3-5) classes. We had 32 young Hawk Owls in these classes this week. Dave went above and beyond by helping to “fix the bugs” and keep things running smoothly for our students and instructor.
Kudos to Jan Root, Cathy Brown, Brian VanSipe, Nancy Durecki, Judy Chu, Logan Deater and Andrea Grabowski: Writing & Reading Center (WRC) Summer 2022 staff—Logan Deater, Andrea Grabowski and myself (Carrie) recently undertook a major overhaul of the physical WRC space, creating a more accessible and inviting Center for students and employees alike to enjoy. The revamp of the WRC would not have been possible without the kind assistance of Jan Root, Cathy Brown, Brian VanSipe, Nancy Durecki and Judy Chu. Brian took the desk apart, making sure the carpet and area that once housed the desk were spotless after the desk’s removal, while Jan, Cathy and Nancy helped facilitate work orders and the logistics regarding removing/replacing office furniture. Extra special thanks to Judy, our WRC Director, for embracing the drastic changes, which Logan, Andrea and I began on a whim without first seeking approval. The Writing & Reading Center has consistently played an integral role in the development of confident writers, and the new space will continue to foster the learning and growth necessary for students to further hone their writing skills. Thank you to Jan, Cathy, Brian and Nancy for helping all of us at the WRC to create what will hopefully be an even more enriching environment for students. And thank you to Logan and Andrea for your enthusiasm in developing and implementing this project with me. NMC is lucky to have you all—you put the “community” in community college.
Kudos to Dave Gates, Steve Dix and Chris Little: Dave, Steve and Chris played vital roles in the reorganization/revamping of the Writing & Reading Center’s (WRC) physical space. Our telephone and computers found new homes within Scholars Hall 221, requiring new network connections and cords. Dave, Steve and Chris took care of the necessary work in very quick fashion, and were great fun to talk to while they were at the WRC. Thank you all for your dedication to creating spaces which allow for the best learning experience for each of our students. NMC is so lucky to have people like Dave, Steve and Chris!
Experts suggest maintaining an “attitude of gratitude” increases positivity for yourself and for others. Please encourage your colleagues by submitting a KUDOS. Let them know you appreciate their hard work and are thinking of them!
Jul 22, 2022 | HR Corner, Intercom
Staff – MyPDCA Annual Review and Goal Dates:
- July 1 – Staff Supervisor reviews & meetings completed
- July 22 – Employee Goals created/submitted electronically
- July 29 – Goals reviewed/approved by supervisors
- July 29 – Employees begin working on new goals & learning plans
Faculty FPE Evaluations and Goal Cycle:
- July 31 – Faculty Supervisor Writes Review
- July 31 – Manage Meeting
- July 31 – Acknowledge Meeting (both, electronically)
Jul 22, 2022 | HR Corner, Intercom
Welcome to NMC!
- Lindsey Bradeen – Hagerty Events Supervisor
- Jennifer Tripp – Dental Assistant Instructor
- Tarah Connell, Student Employee – Writing Center Reader
- Kay Hart, Supplemental – Bookstore Clerk/Cashier
- Cameron Nelson, Student Employee – Fitness Center
- Aidan Pool, Student Employee – Residence Hall Front Desk
- Kristen Romps – Adjunct Communications Instructor
Jul 22, 2022 | HR Corner, Intercom
Shannon Schultz was recently promoted to Assistant Controller! Congratulations, Shannon!
Jul 11, 2022 | HR Corner, Intercom
The following employees are celebrating an anniversary soon. Please join us in congratulating them!
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Jul 11, 2022 | HR Corner, Intercom
Kudos to Kyle Morrison: We are so lucky to have Kyle at NMC! After the craziness of a recent new student orientation, some of our supplies went missing and after two weeks of searching, were nowhere to be found. After accepting that they probably were gone for good, Kyle was determined to help us find them, and he did! Thank you for always taking the extra step (or bike ride) to help another team in need Kyle.
Experts suggest maintaining an “attitude of gratitude” increases positivity for yourself and for others. Please encourage your colleagues by submitting a KUDOS. Let them know you appreciate their hard work and are thinking of them!
Jul 11, 2022 | HR Corner, Intercom
Welcome to NMC!
- Elliot Richards – Supplemental Technology Help Desk
- Nicole Lenz – Supplemental Food Service (Front of House)
- Tonya Davis – Supplemental Food Service (Front of House)
- Nolan Pelkey – Adjunct Flight Instructor
Jul 11, 2022 | HR Corner, Intercom
The 2022–23 NMC Wellness Program (newly named) Hawk Owl Health began Friday, July 1st. This is what you need to do:
- Register: Log in or sign up for your member account at member.priorityhealth.com/login
- Choose Healthy Living-Wellbeing Hub
- Accept the terms and conditions and you are ready to use the Virgin Pulse platform
If you prefer to use a mobile device, download the Virgin Pulse app from the App Store or Google Play after you have completed the registration process above- Personalize your Virgin Pulse platform experience under the My Profile tab
- Take your Health Assessment under the Health tab (complete by September 30 to earn a $10 gas card!)
- Engage in the platform often to receive health and wellbeing tips based on your needs and interests while earning points along the way
- Earn chances to win- Quarterly prize drawings based on the total points you earn
- $25 gift card in October 2022: 20 winners
- $50 gift card in January 2023: 10 winners
- $125 gift card in April 2023: 4 winners
- $250 gift card in July 2023: 2 winners
- Questions? Contact Virgin Pulse Customer Service
“Dramatic changes can be hard to sustain. Instead focus on making small changes that are meaningful to you. Change leads to change.”
– Victor Moon, Priority Health
Jul 1, 2022 | HR Corner, Intercom
The following NMC employees were recently promoted. Congratulations!
- Katharine Marvin, Director of Development
- Jennifer Hricik, Interim Associate Vice President of Annual Giving
- Daniel Goodchild, Director of Technical Academic Area
- Alex Tank, IAF Communications & Production Coordinator
- Marcus Bennett, Special Assistant to the President for DEI and Associate Dean of Campus Life
Jul 1, 2022 | HR Corner, Intercom
Kudos to Carrie Dunklow: She took it upon herself to lead deep cleaning the Writing and Reading Center. This was important because it helped the space to look more put-together and less distracting for all who enter. It also was just healthier. No more caked on dust or germs. We can start the next semester with a clean space. Hopefully it will minimize the amount of allergies or other sickness, like COVID-19. Thanks!
Kudos to Tiffani Wilke: This June Tiffani Wilke, NMC Math & Science Instructor taught an Extended Education community class called Storm Science. The class ran for 3 weeks, meeting twice weekly. What a great testimonial we received!
“Last night my husband and I completed a 10-hour class called Storm (Science) at the college. It was taught by a meteorologist named Tiffani Wilke. She and the class were fabulous, spectacular, could not have been better!!!”
Thank you Tiffani for sharing your expertise, passion, and valuable time with NMC Extended Education students. What you do has a very big impact.
Experts suggest maintaining an “attitude of gratitude” increases positivity for yourself and for others. Please encourage your colleagues by submitting a KUDOS. Let them know you appreciate their hard work and are thinking of them!
Jul 1, 2022 | HR Corner, Intercom
Welcome to NMC!
- Aidan Alusic-Bingham, Supplemental – NMC Vessel Deck AB
- Eric Boals, Supplemental – Law Enforcement Coach
- Lizzie Brown, Student – Writing Center Reader
- Colleen Burry, Records & Registration Assistant
- Samuel Council, Supplemental – GLMA Culinary Intern
- Andre Dean, Supplemental – ESports Assistant and Head Coach
- Timothy Deptula, Supplemental – NMC Vessel AE
- Gail Eickenroth, Student – Success Ambassador
- Noah Essig, Supplemental – Tutor & Instructional Support
- Carolyn Fairchild, Supplemental – GLMA Culinary Intern
- Kyle Ferrill, Adjunct – Audio Technology
- Stuart Ford, Materials Specialist
- Ethan Golab, Supplemental – GLMA Culinary Intern
- Margo Hellem, Supplemental – Food Service – Front of House
- Jeffrey Jaeger, Student – Library
- Gwendolyn Kuca, Supplemental – Dennos Museum Center
- Harold LaLonde, Supplemental – Tutor & Instructional Support
- Preston Matheny, Student – Residence Halls
- Lucas Russcher, Adjunct – Aviation Flight Course
- Reece Sivek, Groundskeeper
- Alexis Vedder, Adjunct – Aviation Flight Course
- Alexander Walsh, Supplemental – Student Success Coach
Jun 24, 2022 | HR Corner, Intercom
Kudos to Facilities: Facilities has been doing a great job supporting Extended Education with College for Kids. EES just kicked off summer 2022 programming and Facilities has helped with everything from room/building unlock schedules and troubleshooting to air conditioning (and assisting quickly when it isn’t working!) – to moving picnic tables for our youngest Hawk Owls. Thank you for ALL that you do, Facilities!
Kudos to Marcus Bennett: Marcus, with the help of E3, put on a successful Juneteenth celebration. It was well attended and nice to see such a celebration on campus. Thanks to all who made this event possible!
Kudos to Kari Kahler and student mentors: Kari Kahler recruited over 30 NMC students to be mentors to the 5th graders at Blair Elementary School. They had a kickoff assembly (last Fall) with President Nissley and gave each 5th grader a t-shirt that said, “Future Hawk Owl”. The mentors spent time with their 5th grader weekly and provided leadership lessons. The 5th graders had a tour of NMC campuses this spring. On the last day of their 5th grade year, Kari and some of the NMC mentors made breakfast for the 5th graders and attended their graduation ceremony. Kari was the guest speaker for their elementary graduation. Congratulations on a wonderful opportunity for our NMC students to be leaders and mentors in the community!
Experts suggest maintaining an “attitude of gratitude” increases positivity for yourself and for others. Please encourage your colleagues by submitting a KUDOS. Let them know you appreciate their hard work and are thinking of them!
Jun 24, 2022 | HR Corner, Intercom
On July 1, NMC will launch our new wellness program. Here are just a few of the many changes you will see and experience:
- A new Priority Health wellbeing platform powered by industry leader Virgin Pulse
- Hundreds of healthy habit ideas and a digital coaching resource that allows you to choose the health and wellbeing topics that are important to you
- Daily health and wellbeing tips that are quick and easy to read
- A rewards system where you can earn points every day by engaging with the platform and turn those points into an opportunity to win cash-based gift cards every quarter
- A Nutritional Guide that gives you access to hundreds of healthy recipes as well as ideas to meet your diet and nutrition goals
Check out the wellbeing hub flier below; it has all the details you’ll need to get started and the ways to get any of your questions answered.
After your Fourth of July holiday celebrations are over, set a reminder to register, take your health assessment, and get started with the new NMC wellness program! The sooner you start, the more points you can earn! If you take the health assessment by September 30, 2022, you will earn a $10 gas card. Please remember that your specific health assessment answers are confidential and not shared with NMC.
Help us name our wellbeing program
If you have an idea to brand our wellness program to make it stand out and capture our wellness journey, please submit your idea here by June 24, 2022. The person with the winning suggestion will win a NutriBullet Blender which will come in handy for making healthy smoothies all year long. The NutriBullet is courtesy of NMC and Priority Health.
Thank you all for taking part in our goal of helping all NMC employees improve their health and wellbeing one healthy habit at a time.
Please check your calendar for invitations to one of 3 informational meetings about the new platform. These meetings will occur on Friday, June 17 at 10 a.m., Thursday, June 23 at 2 p.m. and Monday, June 27 at 11 a.m.
Questions can be directed to Hollie DeWalt in Human Resources at hdewalt@nmc.edu.
Jun 20, 2022 | HR Corner, Intercom
The following employees are celebrating an anniversary soon. Please join us in congratulating them!
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Jun 20, 2022 | HR Corner, Intercom
Kudos to April Kesler, Janet Lively and Sarah Montgomery-Richards for helping to run a session at the ETOM (Educational Technology Organization of Michigan) Spring Conference and Retreat on Friday, June 10th. Each instructor took time out of their busy summer schedules to share their ideas about “Engaging Online Learners” with colleagues from around the state. Thank you. Thank you. Thank you!
Kudos to the grounds crew of Bob Bugai, Bill Long and Reece Sivek who unloaded the semi containing the crates and boxes for our summer exhibition Environmental Impact. While we requested their assistance in advance, facilities employees are always there for us at a moment’s notice, and for all those that we have forgotten to give kudos to over the years, we appreciate each and every one of you.
Experts suggest maintaining an “attitude of gratitude” increases positivity for yourself and for others. Please encourage your colleagues by submitting a KUDOS. Let them know you appreciate their hard work and are thinking of them!
Jun 10, 2022 | HR Corner, Intercom
Kudos to Cathy Brown for repurposing furniture for us. I needed an instructor’s chair that was a higher chair than standard. She found one nearby and brought it over to my classroom. No lead time, no waiting and no cost.
Kudos to Erika Cotner, Brittany Hanbury & Emily Crull: As of May 31, year-to-date hires for NMC, including regular staff & faculty, supplemental employees, adjunct instructors and students, was 60. A more typical year (2021, for example) is 35. Kudos to Erika, Brittany (and Emily Crull, who has since moved to PRMC but also played a part in this accomplishment) for keeping high service levels while nearly doubling volume. We all appreciate all your hard work through these challenging times!
Experts suggest maintaining an “attitude of gratitude” increases positivity for yourself and for others. Please encourage your colleagues by submitting a KUDOS. Let them know you appreciate their hard work and are thinking of them!
