Spring 2015 Transfer Fair is March 18

book-stair-to-graduation-cap-graduate-walk-up-stairs-39854596Over 30 university representatives will be on NMC’s campus on Wednesday, March 18 from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. to talk with students, staff and faculty about their programs and the transfer process. The university representatives will be in two locations:

  • Welcome Center in Science/Math Building
  • West Hall – Main Level

This is your opportunity to discuss transfer requirements and get information on degrees available at a variety of schools without having to travel to each university. Bring your questions and explore your options! (more…)

NMC will hold workshops on writing the experiences of homelessness

Join fellow writers at NMC’s free weekly writing workshop for folks experienced with housing vulnerability. The public are welcome and you do not need to be a registered NMC student to attend. The workshop take place on Tuesdays from 7 – 9 p.m. in Scholars Hall 209. Writing supplies will be provided.

For more info contact: Susan Odgers at (231) 392-6843, cell/text or sodgers@nmc.edu.

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Veterans creative writing workshop

TRAVERSE CITY — A creative writing workshop for veterans will again be offered in spring semester, with regular monthly meetings held from 10 a.m. to noon the third Friday of the month  in Scholars Hall room 101. Future meetings will be held March 20 and April 17.

In addition, open office hours will be offered to veterans weekly, from 3 to 4 p.m. every Wednesday in Scholars Hall room 102. Veterans can get writing support for academic writing assignments or other writing projects.

For more information, contact Teresa Scollon (231) 383-2958.

Release date: January 6, 2015

NON-DISCRIMINATION POLICY NOTICE

Northwestern Michigan College is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, disability, genetic information, height, weight, marital status or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions. nmc.edu/non-discrimination

Apply for the W.R. Angell Scholarship and Peta Williams Memorial Scholarship

NMC Science and Math Faculty are pleased to announce the W.R. Angell Scholarship and Peta Williams Memorial Scholarship.  All natural sciences are included-Astronomy, Biology, Chemistry, Environmental Science, Geology and Physics.

To complete an application and review the selection criteria go to:
https://www.nmc.edu/programs/academic-offices/science-math/scholarships.html

Note that the application, recommendations, and all supporting information must be postmarked or received in the Science and Math Office (located on the 2nd floor of the Les Biederman Building, LB 203G) no later than Friday, April 10.   (more…)

NMC Technology Help Desk- Tech tips: Switching between Google Drive and Microsoft Office

Technology grows and adapts at a staggering rate, and as such so does the interaction between office programs. For years Microsoft office was the automatic choice for word processing, image displays, presentations and spreadsheets for the vast majority of users, and while it is still important, there are unique and widely used advantages in using the Google Office equivalent as well. The interaction between the two is very different and as such it is beneficial to know how to go back and forth between the two. (more…)

Nominate today, the Foundation Excellence Awards deadline is March 13

Honor hardworking instructors or colleagues by nominating them for a Foundation Excellence Award.

The NMC Foundation Excellence Awards promote exemplary service to students and clients and recognize the outstanding demonstration of NMC’s values. Multiple awards are granted annually and the recipients are announced at the annual service awards reception in April. All college employees are eligible for this award — regular and adjunct faculty, and staff. (more…)

Global Endorsement students travel to view Shen Yun

Shen YunA select group of Students involved in the NMC Global Endorsement got a chance to travel to Grand Rapids on Sunday to view Shen Yun – 5000 years of Chinese culture through music and dance. A unique insight into Chinese history, this traveling production is actually forbidden in China! To learn more about Shen Yun click here! (more…)

Spring 2015 programs at the Dennos Museum Center

JinwonChang-Dennos1 resizedThe Dennos Museum Center at Northwestern Michigan College presents its schedule of public programs happening from February through May 2015. These programs are presented for a variety of audiences, in conjunction with the current schedule of exhibitions. For more information on exhibitions, visit http://www.dennosmuseum.org/exhibitions/index.html.

“This spring the Museum is exploring new collaborations with Habitat for Humanity, NMC’s Great Lakes Culinary Institute, and Grand Traverse County Parks and Recreation,” says Jason Dake, Curator of Education. “Each organization has welcomed the opportunity to reach new audiences in unique ways, and we’re excited to build on these relationships to better serve the community.” (more…)

IAF Unplugged at The Little Fleet on Feb. 20

Hey TC!  Wanting to be in the (global) know?–here’s your chance. Say hello to International Affairs Forum Unplugged – a casual, meet-up where real conversations about real-time issues are happening!

Friday, Feb. 20, from 5:30 -6:30 p.m. at The Little Fleet, join us to elaborate, connect, and chat over drinks! First stop? Cuba! No need to bring your passport! Join Cuban blogger, journalist and professor at the University of Havana, Elaine Diaz Rodriguez for a real insider’s perspective.  Curious about how long the Castro brothers can hold out against change that is surely coming? Want to hear how Cuba’s new generation is getting around limits on the internet? Wonder what young Cubans think of the future? (more…)

NMC Music Department Recital

Join us February 22 at 3:00 p.m. in the Milliken Auditorium for a wonderful afternoon of  chamber and choral music featuring the NMC Music Faculty, the Grand Traverse Chorale, and the NMC Dance Department. Donations will be taken at the door for the NMC Music Student Scholarship Fund. (more…)

Ninth annual Career Fair at the Hagerty Center on March 5

Students and the public are invited to NMC’s ninth annual Career Fair, set for 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. March 5 at the Hagerty Center on NMC’s Great Lakes Campus.

Employers from professional and occupational fields will be recruiting for career-track positions, seasonal and entry-level opportunities, as well as internships, service learning and networking opportunities. (more…)

The Cashore Marionettes to perform at the Dennos

Janos Zelinka (Photo by Matt Cashore)The Dennos Museum Center at Northwestern Michigan College will present the Cashore Marionettes production Life in Motion on Saturday, February 28, 2015 at 8:00 PM in Milliken Auditorium. Tickets are $25 advance, $28 at the door and $22 for museum members plus fees. Tickets may be purchased on line at www.dennosmuseum.org, or by calling the Museum Box office at 231-995-1553; also at 1-800-836-0717 or www.MyNorthTickets.com. (more…)