Apr 28, 2023 | Intercom, Student Events
On Tuesday, May 2 at 3:30 p.m., Theater 152 students will present “An Evening of David Ives”—a selection of comic plays from All In The Timing, winner of the 1994 John Gassner Playwriting Award. The class performance will showcase the work of Theater 152 acting students. It will be held in the theater located in room 217 of Scholars Hall.
The running time is approximately one hour and ten minutes.
Admission is free; no tickets required. We hope to see you there!
Apr 26, 2023 | Intercom, International Affairs Forum, Student Events
NMC’s International Affairs Forum will discuss press freedom around the world on Wednesday, May 10 at 6:30 p.m. in the Milliken Auditorium at the Dennos Museum Center. IAF will welcome to the stage career journalists Joyce Barnathan and Gene Gibbons. Joyce Barnathan was president of the International Center for Journalists (ICFJ) for 15 years where she helped advocate for quality journalism on the forefront of a changing media landscape. Previously, Barnathan served as the executive editor, Global Franchise, for BusinessWeek. Before that, she served as the Asia regional editor and Hong Kong bureau manager.
Barnathan came to BusinessWeek from Newsweek, where she served as State Department correspondent, Moscow Bureau Chief, and Special Projects Correspondent covering presidential elections.
Barnathan holds a bachelor’s degree in Russian and Chinese studies and a master’s degree in Asian studies from Washington University, as well as a master’s degree in journalism from the University of Missouri. She is the winner of five Overseas Press Club Awards, including three as part of BusinessWeek’s Asia team, as well as the National Headliner Award. She is a trustee of the Arthur F. Burns Fellowships Program and serves on the steering committee of the Global Forum for Media Development.
Barnathan is committed to strengthening the news media to ensure that we all enjoy vibrant, democratic societies.
Gene Gibbons covered Presidents Nixon, Ford, Carter, Reagan, George H.W. Bush and Clinton during a 40-year career as a political journalist. Gibbons is a former Reuters’ chief White House correspondent and previously was a Washington-based United Press International (UPI) reporter.
Gibbons served on the board of the White House Correspondents Association and is a past president of the Radio-Television Correspondents Association. His career highlights include serving as a Presidential Debate panelist in 1992 and as a Joan M. Shorenstein Fellow at Harvard’s Kennedy School of Government in 2010. He has appeared on The PBS NewsHour and other telecasts. Gibbons has written and released a memoir entitled BREAKING NEWS Six Presidents – The Queen – A Pope: A Life in Journalism.
The event at Milliken Auditorium is open to the public and will be available to livestream, including a public Q&A. The event includes a welcome reception with refreshments at 5:30 p.m..
In-person tickets are required and available for purchase at TCIAF.com or at the door for $15 per person. Attendance for students and educators is free. Registration is required to livestream.
For in-person tickets, livestream registration, and all event details, visit TCIAF.com.
Apr 25, 2023 | Student Events
The Marine Technology Society is hosting a party to celebrate the end of the year on Thursday, May 4 from 4:30-7 pm at the pier at the Great Lakes Campus. Join us for food, games and ROVs!
Please RSVP if you plan to attend. If you have any questions, contact Shelby Satkowiak at satkow2@mail.nmc.edu.
In the event that the weather is poor that day, the party will be held indoors at the Parsons-Stulen Building.
Apr 21, 2023 | Student Events
Join the NMC Marine Technology Society on Monday, April 24 at 10:30 a.m. in the Timothy J. Nelson Innovation Center room 106/107 for a live virtual tour of Schmidt Ocean Institute’ s new 360-foot R/V Falkor (too) during its current expedition researching deep-sea coral off the coast of Puerto Rico. This is a rare opportunity to explore a research vessel while it’s underway with a chance to talk to scientists, marine technicians, ROV pilots and crew. There will be food. All are welcome. Please RSVP if you plan to attend.
Apr 18, 2023 | Intercom, Student Events
The NMC Jazz Lab Band and Jazz Big Band will be performing their final concert this semester on April 22 at 7:30 p.m. in the Milliken Auditorium. Selections by Niehaus, Yasinitsky, Hooper, Garling, Mingus, Goodwin, Beethoven, Shorter, Kubis, Jarvis, Barbieri, Lewis and Norman will be featured. The bands are hot and the music is cool so come on out and celebrate America’s premier art form: JAZZ!
Doors open at 7:00pm and the show starts at 7:30pm with a brief intermission between groups!
Tickets at the door are $15 for Adults, $10 for Seniors and free for NMC students with their student ID. Tickets can be purchased at simpletix.com.
Apr 18, 2023 | Student Events
Calling all graduates! Public Relations is looking for volunteers to have their photo taken before this year’s Commencement ceremony. We are planning to meet on Friday, May 5 at 3 p.m. in the Milliken Auditorium at the Dennos Museum. NMC President Nick Nissley will be on location with us so you can have your photo taken with him while discussing your post-graduation plans! As a bonus, you’ll get a sneak peek on the new Commencement setup we are unveiling this year.
All graduates are welcome; bring yourself, your fellow graduates, your cap/gown/tassel and commemorate this moment! Photos will be shared with you afterwards.
If you aren’t graduating this year and plan to be in the area this summer, Public Relations is also seeking volunteers to be featured in photos for our 2023-2024 viewbook and other marketing materials.
If you are interested in attending, send us a quick email at publicrelations@nmc.edu.
Apr 14, 2023 | Intercom, Student Events
On Tuesday, April 18, join your fellow NMC community members to support an important cause on campus. Light up the Night is an evening of awareness and solidarity surrounding sexual assault and sexual harassment. Free food, a special activity, candle light vigil, and more will be provided.
Attendees should meet in the Timothy J. Nelson Innovation Center lobby at 5:30 p.m. The event is open to students, faculty, staff and the local community.
Apr 14, 2023 | Intercom, Student Events
Join drum circle leader and facilitator Lori Fithian on Tuesday, April 18 at 4 p.m. for a Drummunity workshop that is a high-energy, fun, and empowering activity. A ‘Drummunity’ drum circle can promote stress release and relaxation!
Attendees should meet outside the Timothy J. Nelson Innovation Center, if the weather permits. Otherwise, meet in room Timothy J. Nelson Center room 106/107.
This event is open to students, faculty, staff and the local community. Prepare for loud drumming!
Apr 14, 2023 | Intercom, Student Events
The Honors & Leadership Convocation for the class of 2023 will be held on Friday, May 5 in the Milliken Auditorium at the Dennos Museum. A reception will begin at 4:30 p.m. with the ceremony following at 5:30 p.m.
Recognition will be given for the accomplishments of students both inside and outside of the classroom over the last year, including academic area awards, student groups, leadership awards and more. Students who are being recognized at this year’s event will receive an invitation to RSVP for the event.
Faculty and staff who are presenting awards should contact Katie Sommer-Ford to confirm.
For questions, please contact the Advising Center at advising-frontoffice@nmc.edu or (231) 995-1040.
Apr 14, 2023 | Student Events
NMC has partnered with Davenport University to offer a seamless transfer for those interested in earning their Bachelor of Science in Nursing. Join representatives for a virtual informational session on Wednesday, April 19 at 12:30 p.m. to discuss how you can complete your BSN at Davenport University in just 10 courses. Applications are open for Summer and Fall.
Benefits of completing your BSN at DU include:
Apr 13, 2023 | Student Events
As you near the completion of your certificate or Associate’s degree, it can be overwhelming to think about the next step after graduation. We invite students to join us on Thursday, April 27 at 1 p.m. in the Timothy J. Nelson Innovation Center room 106/107 for a 1.5 hour interactive workshop on design thinking.
You’ll learn how to “think like a designer” in order to develop a constructive and effective approach to designing your life and finding your vocation. This workshop is adapted from the Stanford Life Design Lab, from which NMC Instructors Steve Rice, Lindsey Dickinson and Kristy McDonald are certified.
Apr 12, 2023 | Student Events
The library’s finals studyfest returns! Join us on Thursday, April 27 from 4 p.m. to midnight for a night of camaraderie and commiseration and get the fuel and support you need to knock out your final assignments and exam prep.
Librarians, Success Coaches, and Writing Center staff will be on hand to help, and we’ll have snacks, as well as a pancake bar from 6–8 p.m. hosted by Student Success. Hope to see you there!
Apr 6, 2023 | Student Events
Davenport University is hosting an informational session at NMC’s University Center, room 209 on Tuesday, April 11 at 5:30 p.m. for students who are interested in earning their BSN.
Topics covered will include:
- Recognition of your NCLEX-RN license and Associate of Nursing with NMC
- Flexible course offerings
- Financial Aid Consortium Agreement that allows attendance at both schools concurrently
If you have questions, please contact Zach Whitaker, Campus Director and Nursing Advisor, at zwhitaker@davenport.edu or (616)732-1180.
Apr 6, 2023 | Intercom, Student Events
The Passport Student Lecture Series is a chance to explore other cultures through the experience of NMC students.
Join us as Maritime student Jose Reynoso-Mazoy talks about life and culture in Mexico on Wednesday, April 12 from 11:45 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. in the Timothy J. Nelson Innovation Center, Rm 106/107. Attendees will get to make homemade tortillas, sample fresh pico de gallo and other Mexican treats.
Global Endorsement students, please bring your GE passport so that it can be stamped to earn your GE event points!
Apr 6, 2023 | Intercom, Student Events
Come and visit Founders Hall, home of the NMC Audio Tech program! We are hosting an open house on Friday, April 14 from 3-10 p.m.
All are welcome to come and see our recording space, mix rooms, and live-streaming setup. Aspiring musicians and music lovers are encouraged to stop by and check out what students in the program have access to year-round: guitars galore (electric, acoustic bass guitars, even a baritone!), Steinway B grand piano, hi-fi professional grade speakers, 4K Blackmagic cameras, and more!
Check us out in Founders Hall on Main Campus, next to the Health and Science Building and behind the Timothy J. Nelson Innovation Center!
Apr 3, 2023 | Intercom, Student Events
Campus Life is hosting a volleyball tournament on Monday, April 17 at 8 p.m. in the Rajkovich Physical Education Center. This tournament is open to all NMC students, staff and faculty. The deadline to sign up is April 16. Maximum of 6 players per team.
Mar 29, 2023 | Intercom, Student Events
Join us for a free community discussion related to adult mental health in Northern Michigan presented by GVSU Traverse City and NMC. Panelists from across the community will share information and local resources related to this important topic to care for our community.
Wednesday, April 12, 2023 (7:30–9:30 a.m.)
- Registration and Continental Breakfast: 7:30–8 a.m.
- Program Start: 8 a.m.
Location:
The Hagerty Center at Northwestern Michigan College
715 East Front St,Traverse City, MI 49686
This event is free and open to the public. For more info and to register, go to gvsu.edu/hfnorthernmich/.
Registration deadline is Monday, April 10.
The Health Forum of Northern Michigan is offered in the fall and spring of each year. It is a collaboration between the GVSU Traverse City Regional Center and Northwestern Michigan College. It is supported by a planning committee of community leaders in the Grand Traverse area. The event is sponsored by Blue Cross Blue Shield of West Michigan.
Mar 28, 2023 | Student Events
Join us to learn self-defense techniques from a local martial arts instructor on Friday, April 7 from 10-11 am in the Rajkovich Physical Education Center (Gym). This event is free and open to all NMC students.
Questions? Email bhanbury@nmc.edu
