Feb 6, 2019 | Intercom, Student Events, Student News
6th Annual NMC SVA Chili Cook Off, February 20 from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. in Health Science Atrium.
- $1 donation for 3 samples
- $1 for a bottle of water
Come vote for your favorite chili or enter to win! Anyone can enter, see rules below.
Chili Cook Off Rules
- Chili cook-off registration forms must be submitted no later than 5 p.m. on February 15. Register by filling out & submitting the registration form, which can be obtained/submitted in the Military & Veteran Services Office, located in the Tanis Building.
- The chili entry must be in a crock-pot or electric roaster to maintain appropriate temperature.
- Chili must be brought on site the day of the cook-off (by 10 a.m.). If preferred or needed, you can drop it off earlier in the morning to the NMC Enrollment Services Office.
- Each cook must prepare a full crock pot of chili to be judged (a donation of 12-16 servings of chili is recommended). Prizes are awarded to first, second and third place.
- You do not need to be present to win
- NMC SVA members will serve your chili if you are unable to do so
- Crock pots can be picked up from the Health Science Atrium at 1:30pm or from the Enrollment Services Office later in the day.
NOTE: The SVA will provide an assigned table, electricity, testing cups, spoons and bowls for the public, ballet box, and rubber gloves. If you are serving chili, please wear a hat.
All proceeds benefit NMC student veterans!
Feb 6, 2019 | Intercom, Student Events, Student News
JD Lindeberg, President of Resource Recycling Systems (RRS) presenting at Milliken Auditorium February 21, 2019 at 6 p.m. $15.00 tickets at the door. FREE to students! For more details visit TCIAF.COM or call 231.995.1844
Feb 4, 2019 | Intercom, Student Events, Student News
The NMC Jazz Bands will be appearing at the West Bay Beach Holiday Inn in Traverse City in community outreach performances on Thursday, February 28, and Thursday, March 7 at 7 p.m. FREE admission.
Feb 4, 2019 | Intercom, Student Events, Student News
NMC’s Office of Student Life will host Immigration: Michigan & Beyond, a free, one-day conference, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Friday, March 1 in Milliken Auditorium.
Registration begins at 8:30 a.m. At 9:00 a.m. Marcelo Betti, JFON Immigration Attorney, will begin the conference with Immigration 101, followed by local stories and a panel discussion featuring Marcello Betti, John King of King Orchards, Rev. Wayne Dziekan Diocese of Gaylord, and Gladys Munoz, Justice and Peace Advocacy Center. At 11:30 a.m. participants will hear from Susan Reed, managing attorney for the Michigan Immigrant Rights Center. The conference concludes at 12:30 p.m. with a complimentary lunch and coffee and conversation with speakers.
The event is free, but please register by February 22. To register online, go to nmc.edu/student-life and click the Immigration: Northern Michigan & Beyond link.
Jan 14, 2019 | Intercom, Student Events, Student News
At Festival of Foods, you will learn new cooking skills and get fresh ideas from area chefs and gourmet food artisans. Enjoy tasty samplings in this learn-a-lot-quick experience on Saturday, Feb. 2, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. for $99. Each hour highlights four workshops you select your favorite 4 of the 16 options. Local presenters, including Chef Eric Nittolo (Lochenheath Golf Club), Chef Janene Silverman (Raduno), Andre Bushell (Dickey’s BBQ) and Kim Fish (The Cheese Lady), will be joined by many outstanding chefs and food experts and there will be tastings throughout. View the schedule of sessions here, then register for this sellout event by calling 231-995-1700!
Jan 9, 2019 | Intercom, Student Events, Student News
Saturday, Jan. 19, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.,
Sunday, Jan. 20, 11 a.m.-3 p.m.
Grand Traverse Resort and Spa
The Home Builders Association of the Grand Traverse Area (HBAGTA) is pleased to present the 35th annual Home EXPO. Each year the Home EXPO showcases new building trends, products, ideas, and inspiration! Whether you are a homeowner looking to buy or if you’re planning to build a new home, this family-friendly event is for you!
NMC’s Construction Technology department will host a booth highlighting the actual plans of the build the students are doing for the competition as well as offering information regarding programs offered in the construction trades to Expo attendees.
Jan 9, 2019 | Intercom, Student Events, Student News
This semester we are starting something new. It’s called Meals on the Move. It will be a cook-to-order hot meal. Any given day from 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Where? The Hawks Nest in East Hall, the Lobby of Health & Science Building, or the Lobby near Northwest Grind-Starbucks. Follow The Hawk Owl Cafe on Facebook for more information! Let’s find Chef Jason!
This will be a cashless location and will only accept Credit or Meal Plan Cards.
Jan 3, 2019 | Intercom, Student Events, Student News
Friday, January 18, 1-3 p.m., University Center 09 (basement)
Are you interested in finding out more about GVSU’s Master’s of Physician Assistant Studies (PAS) program? Come to the PAS program preview event on January 18 from 1-3 p.m. During this afternoon session, you will have a chance to meet with the PAS program assistant director, members of the PAS Admission Committee, Advisor, and current GVSU PAS students. We will be available to answer any of your admission and/or program related questions and will also provide a tour of the facilities used by the PAS program. This event is open to anyone interested in the PAS program.
Please RSVP here if you plan to attend.
This event will also be supported by the Northwestern Michigan College (NMC) Pre-PA club.
Jan 3, 2019 | Intercom, Student Events, Student News
Tuesday, February 12, 2019, 5:30-6:30 p.m.
NMC University Center Room 204, upstairs
Need help finding scholarship dollars? Free Workshop! RSVP now.
Grand Valley State University in Traverse City is offering a one-hour workshop on university and local scholarships available to you. This is a great asset for both current students as well as people thinking about going back to school! Learn Tips and Tricks on how to write a winning essay and what the committees are looking for. With any questions or concerns, please email us at nminfo@gvsu.edu or call our office at (231) 995-1785.
RSVP at GVSU.edu/traverse/events.
Nov 29, 2018 | Intercom, Student Events, Student News
A documentary showing and panel discussion about invasive species, sponsored by Phi Theta Kappa, will be held on December 5 from 7-9 p.m. in the Milliken Auditorium. Excerpts from the documentary “Making Waves– Battle for the Great Lakes” will be shown, and four local experts on the issue will come together to share their stories and answer questions from community members. The event is free for everyone.
Nov 29, 2018 | Intercom, Student Events, Student News
Are you interested in studying the natural sciences, humanities, or social sciences at the University of Michigan? The College of Literature, Science, and the Arts os coming to talk with you about transferring. Tuesday, December 3 from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. in the Health & Science Building Lobby. If you can’t make it during this time, please email Michael Hartman at mrhartma@umich.edu to schedule another time to learn more about transferring to LSA.
Nov 19, 2018 | Intercom, Student Events, Student News
Dani Woods, the LGBTQ Liaison of the Detroit PD, and Taylor Comiskey, the LGBTQ Liaison of the Traverse City PD, will lead a presentation on inclusivity, awareness, and sensitivity at Northwestern Michigan College on Wednesday November 28, 2018 from 7 p.m.-9 p.m. in Scholars Hall Room 217.
TC Sings! will begin the event with a lively and inviting performance to celebrate diversity within our community.
Nov 19, 2018 | Intercom, Student Events, Student News
NMC EES Tae Kwon Do Instructor Tania Arens will be teaching self-defense techniques and providing an opportunity to practice on Tuesday, December 4 at 5:30 p.m. at the P.E. Building.
Tania has been studying Tae Kwon Do at NMC since 2007 and obtained the rank of 1st Degree Black Belt in 2015. She has taught under the guidance of Tae Kwon Do instructors Robert Odette and Dough Mehl and is currently the Youth Tae Kwon Do instructor for NMC Extended Education.
Please wear loose, comfortable clothing. This event is FREE to all NMC Students.
Nov 12, 2018 | Intercom, Student Events, Student News
This Wednesday, Nov. 14, between 1-6 p.m., the Michigan Blood Drive Bus will be taking blood donations in the Maple Lot on NMC’s main campus.
Nov 12, 2018 | Intercom, Student Events, Student News
The Annual Thanksgiving Feast will take place in the Hawk Owl Cafe In the Oleson Center November 14 from 10:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Sponsored by Student Life and Sodexo.
Cost: $7.99 Per Plate
Nov 6, 2018 | Intercom, Student Events, Student News
On Saturday, December 1 the NMC Jazz Bands and Vocal Jazz Ensemble will perform in concert at Milliken Auditorium at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $12 for adults, $7 for students and seniors, and FREE to NMC students with ID.
The groups will be performing an array of swinging jazz standards plus Latin music styles by Count Basie, Miles Davis, Horace Silver, Leonard Bernstein, Tito Puente and more.
Nov 1, 2018 | Intercom, Student Events, Student News
The annual Walk for Health & Housing begins at 5:30 p.m. at the Great Lakes Campus, Monday November 12 and will continue through downtown Traverse City with speakers addressing various topics along the way. The walk will last approximately two hours. The walk is hosted by Ryan Hannon of Street Outreach, Good Will in collaboration with ENG111, SOC101 & SWK121 classes. The walk helps to raise awareness to the issues of homelessness and food insecurity. Students, faculty, staff and all community members are strongly encouraged to come and participate in this powerful event.
Oct 29, 2018 | Intercom, Student Events, Student News
Monday November 5
Scholars Hall Room 109, 4-5 p.m.
NMC Black Student Union, the International Migrant Foundation, NMC International Affairs, and Youth Peacebuilders presents “A Justice for A Justice: Ensuring the Rule of Law and Democracy for Peace”, an event with guest speaker Kumar Sinha (left), former Chief Justice of the Bangladesh Supreme Court, and Speaker Golam Rabbani, an international social worker and human rights attorney.
Come learn about international politics and grasp the tools to promote international peace!
6th Annual NMC SVA Chili Cook Off, February 20 from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. in Health Science Atrium. 
