Read about what our Training Services team is up to including upcoming classes that you may be able to take for free using the tuition reimbursement benefit: http://mailchi.mp/nmc/
Read about our most recent intern’s experience getting a glimpse of his future career industry, Manthei Redi-Rock history, the upcoming annual Michigan Lean Conference, and one paper company’s continuous improvement journey.
KUDOS- (praise or respect that you get because of something you have done or achieved) defined by Merriam-Webster.com
Submit a Kudos here.
Kudos to: Cathy McCall, Dan Wasson, Trisha Domagala, Sam Foster, Zeb McCauley, Alison Thornton, Paul Perry, Ed Blough, Nancy Durecki, Brian Lewis, Phil Trowbridge, Casey White, Michelle Yeider and Gary Schetteck– The assistance provided by these individuals was invaluable as Enrollment Services began the office moves for the new “One Stop Shop.” Their patience, smiles and hard work as we moved offices, relocated computer stations and printers, moved phone lines, patched walls, etc., etc. went above and beyond expectations. Their willingness to make themselves available to answer questions and work individually with team members was very much appreciated. Their good nature and continued smiles as we threw last minute changes their way were contagious!
August Lunch and Learns:
August 7- Outdoor Safety- bugs, burns and barbecues!
August 28 – Topic to be determined
Please watch your calendars for details and location!
Are you looking for career opportunities? Find them here! jobs.nmc.edu. Current openings include:
The following employees are celebrating an anniversary soon. Please join us in congratulating them!
The library has purchased many new books so far this new year. You can view a handful here along with partial descriptions or go here to see the full listing. These books are on display in the library’s lobby.
Calling ALL faculty, staff and students — help our Hawk Owls on move-in day, Friday, August 25! Sign up for a shift, get a t-shirt, be a friendly face — many hands make light work, so let’s give our new and returning students a warm welcome!
Sign up and log in using your NMC email address here.
Sign up solo, with a colleague, or your entire team. Please feel free to sign up for more than one shift and don’t hesitate to share this sign-up link with other NMC faculty and staff.
Questions? Feel free to contact Meg Young at myoung@nmc.edu
Thank you in advance for the time and consideration!
Please refer to the News section of the NMC employee homepage to see the end results of the Step Challenge! Thank you to all who participated and those who cheered on your co-workers!
Are you looking for career opportunities? Find them here! jobs.nmc.edu. Current openings include:
The following employees are celebrating an anniversary soon. Please join us in congratulating them!
KUDOS- (praise or respect that you get because of something you have done or achieved) defined by Merriam-Webster.com
Submit a Kudos here.
Kudos to the Enrollment Services Team – Cathryn Claerhout, Cindy Deemer, Georgenia Hromada, Jason Smith, Jessica Johnson, Jessie Elliott, Judy Arnold, Judy Druskovich, Julie Hansen, Kaite Lemkie, Katie Malone, Kevin D’Alessandro, Kristi Hallett, Linda Berlin, Lindsay Reed, Lisa Wilmeth, Praju Nivargi, Rorie Kawula, Scott Herzberg, Shannon Friedgen, Sheila Rupp, Sue Newman and Travce Holka – During the past two months, the Enrollment Services Team (Admissions, Records & Registration, Student Financial Services) has done a phenomenal job phasing in the new “One Stop Shop”. They have been bravely smiling through getting new duties, computers, phones and offices. The team is displaying grit, patience, and perseverance while keeping a sense of humor and positive environment for students.
Kudos to Don Cunningham and Todd Haines – A huge thank you to Don, Todd, and the facilities workers for their assistance when the air conditioning went out at the University Center impacting the GVSU Physician Assistant Studies program! Their mid-term exam and practicum was scheduled and we were able to move the students into an area of the University Center that had working AC, which involved moving medical beds, tables, chairs and other equipment. They also helped advocate for our students to have a standalone air conditioning unit in the lab room and ITV room which we could not move. Thank you for your efforts in keeping a comfortable environment for our students to learn.
KUDOS- (praise or respect that you get because of something you have done or achieved) defined by Merriam-Webster.com
Submit a Kudos here.
Kudos to Roy Bartle– I attended the teacher workshop at NMC this past week, and Roy went above and beyond in providing food for all of us teachers; breakfast was supposed to start at 7:30, but many of us were awake and needing coffee earlier than that; Roy made coffee and food available earlier each day, having coffee and fruit and breads available at 6:45!! He chatted with each of us and answered our many questions about the area, he bent over backwards to make us feel comfortable, he just did an amazing job and we are all so very thankful for his hospitality and hard work!!!
Kudos to Deb Patterson for her scheduling prowess and her ability to manage customer needs with manageability. There are a number of behind the scenes logistics that she has to consider for every event on campus. Deb has many customers on and off campus and she does a great job making everything work and most people reschedule for the next year! Thanks Deb for all of your hard work!
Kudos to Jeffrey Cobb, director of Canticum Novum, Peggy Johnson served as piano accompanist, and Mike Hunter assisted with percussion as they led this choir to a performance in Carnegie Hall, June 24, 2017. This choir performed in area churches and Milliken Auditorium with classical and contemporary compositions in a variety of languages. These NMC employees deserve kudos! Bravo!!
Kudos to Chef Bob Rodriquez and a group of students and area chefs once again worked with the Detroit Red Wings Hockey Organization while they held their Prospect Camp at Center Ice in Traverse City. Bob and his volunteer students worked with the Detroit Red Wings Dietician, Lisa McDowell, to create and prepare food that delivered maximum nutrition and fuel for the hockey players’ bodies. This event was highlighted by the cooking class put on at the GLCI for the players. Players rotated through 9 stations where they learned to prepare healthy foods using only 5 ingredients each. Way to go Chef Bob, once again sharing your skills and knowledge with others.
The contest will close on July 14th, but steps can be entered until July 21. We will announce the employee/teams with the highest steps after the 21st!
The leaderboard is in the July Newsletter!
Find it here!
Are you looking for career opportunities? Find them here! jobs.nmc.edu. Current openings include:
The following employees are celebrating an anniversary soon. Please join us in congratulating them!
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Dear Colleagues,
I have some good news to report from our state leaders today. Governor Snyder has signed the fiscal year 2018 budget which finalizes several important items for NMC.
This signing marks the end of the legislature’s annual budget process. The budget spends $16.6 billion on school, colleges and universities. It also includes final approval for NMC’s multi-million dollar 21st Century Innovation Center project, a slight 2% increase in our state funding formula allocation and a $1 million investment in the Michigan Transfer Network (MTN) to modernize the MTN website and increase accessibility to information about college and university credit transfers.
The inclusion of these priorities for NMC and community colleges statewide would not have been possible were it not for the leadership of our elected officials, and I would like to personally thank those leaders who represent us in Northern Michigan including Representative Inman, Senator Schmidt and Senator Booher.
In addition, I believe this budget shows the state’s commitment to community colleges and the work that we do every day preparing learners for success through a competency based, knowledge application furthering their pursuit of social and economic success. We are excited to move forward with the West Hall Innovation Center and we will continue to update you on the project.
Timothy J. Nelson, President
1701 E. Front Street Traverse City, MI
Phone: (231) 995-1010
Thank you all for everything you do in pursuit of “Keeping Learning at the Center.”
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