Nov 25, 2024 | Intercom, Student News
Eric Hines of WNMC is proud to announce the first on-air Speaker Series premiering at 7:30 a.m. on Tuesday November 26, 2024. The first guest will be Scot Zimmerman, who is the Community President at Mercantile Bank. WNMC’s inaugural session came from a collaboration with Alex Tank, Director of IAF and Megan Bylsma, NMC’s Director of Corporate and Foundation Relations as Mercantile is the season sponsor of the International Affairs Forum. This series will continue to engage business leaders and listeners from around our community. We hope you’ll tune in tomorrow.
Nov 25, 2024 | Intercom, Student News
Cybersecurity pop-up’s are complete for Fall 2024! The winners of the prizes are Ava Plamondon and Neil Streeter! Kudos to Neil for being a cybersecurity expert and still being willing to test his knowledge.
Thanks to everyone who played a game. Good Cybersecurity choices are core to NMC’s well-being!
Nov 25, 2024 | Intercom, Menu, Student News
The Hawk Owl Café will have special operating hours during the week of Thanksgiving and will only be serving daily specials on Monday and Tuesday.
Monday, November 25
Italian Pasta Bake with meatballs
served with garlic crostini and green beans
Italian Pasta Bake with roasted vegetables (V)
served with garlic crostini and green beans
The protein option is $9.99 and the vegetarian option is $7.99.
Tuesday, November 26
Beef Tacos with lettuce, tomato, cheese and chipotle ranch
served with tortilla chips, queso blanco and refried beans
Tofu Tacos with lettuce, tomato, cheese, and chipotle ranch (V)
served with tortilla chips, queso blanco and refried beans
The protein option is $9.99 and the vegetarian option is $7.99.
Wednesday, November 27
Thanksgiving Break – No Special
Northwest Grind will be open from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. and the café will be open from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Thursday, November 28
Closed – Happy Thanksgiving!
Friday, November 29
Closed – Happy Thanksgiving!
Saturday, November 30
Closed – Happy Thanksgiving!
Sunday, December 1
Thanksgiving Break – No Special
Northwest Grind will be open from 2–6 p.m.
Nov 22, 2024 | Student News
Spring textbooks will be available on Dec. 1. Stop by the NMC Campus Bookstore or check them out online at bookstore.nmc.edu. Looking to use financial aid for your books? Spring financial aid will be available Dec. 9–Jan. 30.
Fall textbook rentals are due back by Tuesday, December 17. All rentals should be returned to the NMC Campus Bookstore located in the Health & Science Building on NMC’s Front Street Campus.
Books that have been purchased can be sold back during December 9-13.
Nov 22, 2024 | Intercom, Student News
Whether you’re hosting a “Friendsgiving”, snowed in, home for the holidays, or just plain bored over break—the NMC Library has plenty of options to make this winter amazing, including many exciting NEW arrivals to the collection!
Play a board game to get the holiday party started with some friendly competition! We’ve added over 20 new games to the collection this semester, from classics like Battleship, Scrabble, and Trouble, to new favorites like Wavelength, Azul, and Monikers. We’ve even added some RPGs like Mausritter and The Quiet Year for those looking for a more immersive experience!
Learn an instrument, because nothing beats cabin fever like picking up a new hobby! This semester, we’ve added bongo drums for percussion and a headphone amplifier for quieter practice sessions!
Piece together a puzzle and relax while also boosting your mental agility! We recommend the Women in Art puzzle, featuring a diverse array of fifteen accomplished artists, from well-known figures such as Frida Kahlo and Georgia O’Keefe to lesser-known trailblazers including nineteenth-century African American sculptor Mary Edmonia Lewis and Hopi-Tewa ceramic artist Nampeyo!
Try your hand at crafting and create a truly unique, handmade gift for your loved one! This semester, we’ve added an art projector, calligraphy set AND weaving loom to the collection!
Browse our full collection of Library of Things in the online catalog.
Nov 21, 2024 | Intercom, Student News
NMC is hosting a mobile food pantry in partnership with Feeding America from 3-5 p.m. on Monday, Nov. 25 in the Maple Lot of the Front Street campus.
The tentative list of menu items includes carrots, apples, cheese, potatoes, squash, rice, peppers, grapes and juice. College caffeine fiends rejoice: we anticipate we will also have a donation of 1000 bottles of mountain dew.
Walk or drive-thru options exist. Come over and drive-thru OR bring a backpack or reusable bag and take what you and your household can use in the next 7-10 days.
This program is specifically designed to support NMC students [and their households] by supplementing their diets with fresh, healthy produce while helping to free up financial resources to cover other household expenses. Everyone is welcome. Take as little or as much as you need for your household.
One additional distribution will be offered this later semester on Monday, December 2. Seven additional pantries will be held during the spring semester.
Nov 20, 2024 | Community Report, Intercom, Student News
November 20, 2024
Mike Morefield, a maintenance apprentice at LearUpdated for the modern economy, apprenticeships are flourishing at NMC in traditional as well as new fields, helping create a workforce equipped for the 21st century.
“There are so many wins,” said Zoe Lilly, manager at Lear Corp. in Traverse City, which has had 16 apprenticeships with NMC, for tool and die and maintenance positions. From her employer perspective, the chief win is a reliable pipeline of staff in an era when it’s difficult to hire externally.
“It’s easier to train from within. The partnership with NMC has been great,” Lilly said.
Apprenticeships, which are being recognized this week as National Apprenticeship Week, have spread beyond traditional trade and manufacturing fields, too.
“There’s a national shortage in surgical technologists. We were struggling with getting applicants, period,” said Amy Verburg, director of surgical services at Munson Medical Center. That has started to shift since the hospital started a surgical technologist apprenticeship with NMC in 2023.
“It looks like it’s gaining momentum,” Verburg said.
From the student/ employee perspective, it’s a way to cover their educational costs — flipping the historical script. Apprenticeships originated in the Middle Ages as unpaid labor exchanged for the opportunity to learn from a skilled trades or craftsman.
“As soon as an opening came up, I went for it,” said Mike Morefield, who started as an assembly worker at Lear in 2020, entered the manufacturing apprenticeship program in 2021 and earned his certificate in 2023. Lear paid for his tuition, books, and basic tools. Other companies reimburse for tuition.
As an apprentice Morefield started at 74% of the journey worker wage of $33 per hour. Within four years he reached the full journey worker wage.
“All of the teachers were very supportive,” said Morefield, 36, who had last been in a classroom in 2006.
Surgical Technology student Danielle Ellis, 30, is enthusiastic about her career path, which includes an apprenticeship at Munson.
“I’m getting paid to learn,” said Ellis. Her tuition is paid through Michigan Reconnect. She has the added incentive of a $10,000 signing bonus after she completes her one-year program.
“I’m already guaranteed a job,” she said. “I totally think I made the right move.”
Surgical Technology coordinator Breana Goodell said the attraction of the apprenticeship has boosted enrollment, too.
“This is really helping get more students to come in. Our numbers have gone up significantly,” she said.
Nov 19, 2024 | Intercom, Student News
Derek Councilor
(high resolution image)TRAVERSE CITY — NMC has named Derek Councilor, an apprentice at Sara Lee Frozen Bakery as its 2024 Apprentice of the Year for his exceptional work ethic.
Councilor, 38, of Traverse City, has been completing his apprenticeship since 2022. He works full-time in the maintenance department on second shift at Sara Lee Frozen Bakery while taking courses toward four different certificates. The first three are from NMC.
- Manufacturing Apprenticeship
- Engineering Technology – Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC)
- Construction Technology – HVAC/R Technology
- Apprenticeship Certificate from the U.S. Department of Labor Office of Apprenticeship
Councilor’s colleagues praised his abilities at a ceremony held Wednesday at NMC’s Parsons-Stulen Building in conjunction with National Apprenticeship Week. He was commended for his high-quality on-time work, friendliness, knowledgeability and leadership among his peers, and attendance and early arrival.
“He is a multi-team player,” said Dan Wallington, maintenance department manager, adding that Councilor works with the operations team as well as maintenance and helps train more junior employees. “Derek helps continue the confidence we have in the apprenticeships.”
Sara Lee currently has three active apprentices and two who have graduated from NMC’s program. Senior Human Resources generalist Caitlin Zielinski said apprentices accelerate through the company’s skill grid at a doubled pace.
“It’s twice the speed of anyone doing on the job training,” Zielinski said. “It is so beneficial and I hope it continues to grow.”
Councilor said he likes the opportunity to advance quickly, too, which he’s seen modeled with previous apprentices.
“I like the classes. It’s all stuff I’m interested in,” he said. “Our last apprentice is now our lead electrician.”
Find out more at nmc.edu/apprenticeships
Release date: NOVEMBER 19, 2024
For more information:
Cari Noga
NMC Communications Director
cnoga@nmc.edu
(231) 392-1800 (Call or text)
NON-DISCRIMINATION POLICY NOTICE
Northwestern Michigan College does not discriminate in admission, campus activities, education, employment, housing, public accommodation or public service on the basis of age, color, creed, disability, gender identity/expression, handicap, height, marital or familial status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, service in the military, veteran’s status, weight, or any other legally protected status under federal, state, or local law. No act of retaliation shall occur to any person making a charge, filing a complaint, testifying or participating in any discrimination investigation or proceeding. nmc.edu/non-discrimination
Nov 19, 2024 | Intercom, Student News
NMC Esports‘ Rocket League team comprised of Luke Bobrowski, Maddox Cullimore, Kaden Novath and Grant Shivley won their first Divisional Championship last night! Make sure to congratulate them for representing us on a regional stage. Stay tuned as our Overwatch team is on the cusp of winning an additional championship.
Go Hawk Owls!!!
Nov 18, 2024 | Intercom, Student News
Mark your calendars! Registration for College for Kids 2025 will open on Monday, February 3 at nmc.edu/kids. Classes will run Monday through Thursday, from June 16 through July 31. Perfect for kids and teens ages 3-17 this summer.
Nov 18, 2024 | Intercom, Student News
NMC has added new software that displays emergency alerts on all NMC computers on campus. This system will be integrated into the monthly emergency text, phone and email tests run on the first Monday of each month. Expect to see the first one Monday, Dec. 2. Learn more about NMC’s emergency alert system and commitment to a safe campus.
Nov 18, 2024 | Intercom, Menu, Student News
The Hawk Owl Café serves specials daily on Monday through Friday from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. and 4:40–6 p.m. The protein option is $9.99 and the vegetarian option is $7.99.
Monday, November 18
Lamb Gyros with pita bread
served with lemon rice and Greek orzo salad
Falafel Gyros with pita bread (V)
served with lemon rice and Greek orzo salad
Tuesday, November 19
Sesame Chicken Stir Fry
served with basmati rice and egg rolls
Sesame Tofu Stir Fry (V)
served with basmati rice and egg rolls
Wednesday, November 20
Thanksgiving Meal Special ($9.99 per meal)
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- Turkey or Tofurky (V)
- Mashed potatoes with gravy
- Green bean casserole
- Fresh rolls with butter
- Pumpkin pie with whipped cream
Thursday, November 21
Sun-Dried Tomato Rigatoni with Italian sausage
served with garlic bread and broccoli
Sun-Dried Tomato Rigatoni with roasted vegetables (V)
served with garlic bread and broccoli
Friday, November 22
Hawk Owl Café smashburger with bacon and onion straws
served with garlic aioli, sweet potato fries and asparagus
Impossible Burger with cheese & onion straws on brioche (V)
served with garlic aioli, sweet potato fries and asparagus
Nov 15, 2024 | Intercom, Student News
Traverse City — The NMC Board of Trustees Audit Committee will meet at 2:30 p.m. on Tuesday, November 19 in room 14 (lower level) of the Timothy J. Nelson Innovation Center on NMC’s Front Street campus, 1701 E. Front Street, Traverse City. The meeting notice is available here.
The Board of Trustees will host a study session at 3 p.m. the same day, also in room 14 of the Timothy J. Nelson Innovation Center. The meeting notice and agenda are available here.
For more information, please contact the President’s office at (231) 995-1010.
Release date: november 15, 2024
NON-DISCRIMINATION POLICY NOTICE
Northwestern Michigan College does not discriminate in admission, campus activities, education, employment, housing, public accommodation or public service on the basis of age, color, creed, disability, gender identity/expression, handicap, height, marital or familial status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, service in the military, veteran’s status, weight, or any other legally protected status under federal, state, or local law. No act of retaliation shall occur to any person making a charge, filing a complaint, testifying or participating in any discrimination investigation or proceeding. nmc.edu/non-discrimination
Nov 11, 2024 | Intercom, Menu, Student News
The Hawk Owl Café serves specials daily on Monday through Friday from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. and 4:40–6 p.m. The protein option is $9.99 and the vegetarian option is $7.99.
Monday, November 11
Slow-roasted pot roast with gravy. Served with mashed potatoes and green beans.
Roasted sweet potato (V) with kale. Served with mashed potatoes and green beans.
Tuesday, November 12
Indigenous People’s Dinner with Chef Sam Anglin (served from 4:30 PM – 6:00 p.m.)
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- Three Sister Buffalo Casserole with maple-roasted squash
- Toasted wild rice
- Tossed salad with strawberry maple vinaigrette, pumpkin seeds and dried blueberries
- Manoomin sweet treat
- Blue corn blueberry bread pudding
- Healing tea
$7.00 for students and $14.00 for community members.
Wednesday, November 13
Orange popeye chicken bowl with mandarin oranges. Served with rice and bosco sticks.
Baked Tofu Bowl (V) with mandarin oranges. Served with rice and bosco sticks.
Thursday, November 14
Breakfast for Dinner!
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- French toast sticks with syrup or quiche lorraine. Served with sausage patties and links.
- Quiche (V). Served with fresh fruit.
Friday, November 15
Beer-battered cod sandwich with tartar sauce. Served with creamy coleslaw and French fries
BBQ jackfruit (V) with brioche bun. Served with creamy coleslaw and french fries.
Nov 8, 2024 | Intercom, Student News
TRAVERSE CITY — The Policy Committee of Northwestern Michigan College’s Board of Trustees will meet at 2:30 p.m. on Tuesday, November 12 in the President’s Conference Room of the Tanis Building on NMC’s Front Street campus, 1701 E. Front St., Traverse City. The official meeting notice is available here.
For more information, please contact the President’s office at (231) 995-1010.
Release date: november 8, 2024
NON-DISCRIMINATION POLICY NOTICE
Northwestern Michigan College does not discriminate in admission, campus activities, education, employment, housing, public accommodation or public service on the basis of age, color, creed, disability, gender identity/expression, handicap, height, marital or familial status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, service in the military, veteran’s status, weight, or any other legally protected status under federal, state, or local law. No act of retaliation shall occur to any person making a charge, filing a complaint, testifying or participating in any discrimination investigation or proceeding. nmc.edu/non-discrimination
Nov 8, 2024 | Intercom, Student News
Stop by the campus bookstore for new student-made products!
2025 calendars and holiday greeting cards are available until the end of the year—don’t wait! Limited quantities are available.
Nov 7, 2024 | Intercom, Student News
Have fun meeting new people while learning to swing dance with the NMC Swing Dance Club.
The club meets every Saturday from 7-9 pm in room 120 of the Rajkovich Physical Education Center on NMC’s Front Street Campus. All are welcome.
Nov 6, 2024 | Community Report, Intercom, Student News
November 6, 2024
At Northwestern Michigan College, we’re proud to be a partner in building a stronger, more vibrant community. In a new publication arriving in Grand Traverse County mailboxes next week – our inaugural Community Report – we demonstrate how NMC is improving lives right here, from offering high-quality education and workforce training to supporting local innovation and leadership.
This report shares real stories of student success and community impact, showing how NMC is dedicated to making Grand Traverse County a better place to live, work, and grow. Whether you’re a local resident, business owner, partner or student, you’ll see how NMC is helping shape a brighter future for all of us. For example:
- A nursing pipeline of 160 students plus a partnership with Munson that means graduates can go straight from classroom to patient bedside.
- Six new Grand Traverse County sheriff’s deputies in the last 15 months, thanks to accelerated, high-quality law enforcement training, strengthening community safety
- A first-of-its kind study that identified microplastics in the Boardman River. NMC’s data will contribute to better decisions about how to manage the impact on this major feeder of Grand Traverse Bay.
- Ways you can explore, discover and connect locally and globally, from listening or streaming WNMC radio to attending an International Affairs Forum lecture at the Dennos Museum
The report will be mailed to Grand Traverse County residents and businesses mid-November. Read the online version here. Request a copy here.
