Welcome to NMC, Scott!

Scott FairbankScott Fairbank joined NMC as a the Director of Maritime Admissions on February 15, 2016. He can be reached at (231) 995-1213 or sfairbank@nmc.edu.

Scott is a native of Dansville, Michigan.  He served nine years on nuclear submarines upon enlisting in the U.S. Navy and after earning his commission as a U.S. Navy Officer he served the remainder of his 27 year Navy career on various ships around the world as a Surface Warfare Officer.  His second to last tour of duty brought him to Traverse City as the Naval Science Instructor at the Great Lakes Maritime Academy.  He retired from active duty in 2013 following an 11 month deployment to Bahrain.  Scott (BA, U of M) and his wife Mary (BS, Illinois State; MSW U of M; ADN, NMC), an RN, live on Old Mission Peninsula with their three children, ages 15, 13 and 9. (more…)

Welcome to NMC, Lynne!

Lynn MLynne Moritz joined NMC as the President’s Office Administrative Assistant on February 8, 2016. She can be reached at (231) 995-1017 or lmoritz@nmc.edu.

Lynne is  originally from Livonia, MI – about 20 minutes from Detroit. She moved to East Lansing to attend Michigan State University, where she earned her Bachelor’s Degree in History and also studied Psychology and Secondary Education. Her husband is originally from Traverse City and after 10 years in the Lansing area they relocated here this fall for his career. After leaving the teaching profession Lynne has held various positions, with her most recent being as an administrative assistant at an ISP in East Lansing. She loves reading, crossword puzzles, yoga, Spartan football, and being outdoors with her husband and puppy (a 1-year-old lab/pointer mix named Otto). (more…)

Welcome to NMC, Lindsey!

Lindsey KimballLindsey Kimball joined NMC as a Custodian – 2nd Shift on February 1, 2016. She can be reached at (231) 995-1935 or kimball@mail.nmc.edu.

Lindsey is 37 years old, and has two daughters ages 6 and 12. She and her husband of 16 years live in South Boardman, South-East of Traverse city on a small farm. They raise most of their own food on their farm which includes sheep, chicken, pigs, and ducks. They love to garden, and can or freeze most of what they grow. Lindsey owned her own residential cleaning business before she came to NMC. The economy for some people along with many clients becoming elderly made her decide it was time for something a bit more stable. She also attends NMC part time pursuing a degree in Environmental Science. Lindsey looks forward to meeting new people here at NMC! (more…)

Welcome to NMC, Sandy!

Sandra MisarasSandy Misaras joined NMC as a Custodian – 3rd Shift on February 1, 2016. She can be reached at (231) 995-1935 or smisaras@nmc.edu.

Sandy was born and raised near the Tri Cities, attended Delta Community College, and earned an Associates in Science Degree. She has lived all over the state while enjoying a great 30 years in hospitality management -and has spent the last 12 years in the Traverse City area working at Great Wolf Lodge and West Bay Beach. She has two grown children, a wonderful son in law, and two grandchildren. Sandy says her little farm is her hobby, and she also train dogs and competes with bird dogs. She loves the out of doors, and everything this area has to offer the outdoor enthusiast. (more…)

Welcome to NMC, Angie!

Angie LawAngie Law joined NMC as the Coordinator of Data Reporting and Analysis on January 4, 2015. She can be reached at (231) 995-1561 or alaw@nmc.edu.

Angie was born in Grand Haven, MI and completed high school in Harbor Springs, MI. After high school she attended Michigan State University where she earned a Bachelor’s and Master’s Degree in Communications. Following graduate school she lived in Seattle, Washington for eight years, gaining experience in data management/analysis while working at a local social service non-profit; YWCA of Seattle. She relocated to Traverse City in May 2015 to be closer to her boyfriend. She enjoys yoga, hiking, craft projects, reading and spending time with her family.  (more…)

Welcome to NMC, Katharine!

Katharine ZurekKatharine Zurek joined NMC as Annual Giving Specialist on January 4, 2016. She can be reached at (231) 995-1030 or kzurek@nmc.edu.

Katharine hails from Grosse Pointe, Michigan and earned a bachelor’s degree in English Literature and Women’s Studies and a master’s degree in Social Work, both from the University of Michigan. Prior to earning her master’s degree, Katharine worked in the nonprofit sector in both direct service and administrative roles, including work at a Detroit area domestic violence shelter as well as at the Northwest Michigan Community Action Agency in Traverse City. Katharine enjoys reading, knitting, hiking, snowshoeing, and strolling through farmer’s markets.  (more…)

Welcome to NMC, Lynn!

Lynn TilsonLynn Tilson joined NMC as a Training Specialist on October 19, 2015. She can be reached at 995-2006 or ltilson@nmc.edu.

Born in Sault Ste. Marie, MI, Lynn has lived in the Traverse City area for many years.  Recently, though, having worked in Ohio & Pennsylvania, Lynn is delighted to be back in the Gr. Traverse region working as a Training Specialist in Training Services.

Lynn did her undergraduate work at Aquinas College earning a Bachelor of Science degree in Secondary Education and completed a Master of Arts degree in Education at Ball State University. (more…)