Jun 29, 2026 | Intercom
TRAVERSE CITY — Northwestern Michigan College’s Great Lakes Culinary Institute will host and operate Cafe Lobdell’s through July 29.
Cafe Lobdell’s is the capstone course in GLCI’s one-year Baking Certificate program. Culinary students will make and serve fresh sweet and savory baked goods, quiche, yogurt parfaits, healthy breakfast bowls plus sandwiches and salads to go, as well as a wide variety of specialty coffee drinks.
No reservations are required. Counter service hours are 7:30–11 a.m. Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays. Cafe Lobdell’s is on the second level of NMC’s Great Lakes campus, 715 E. Front St.
Find out more about culinary programs at nmc.edu/culinary.
Release date: JUNE 29, 2026
For more information:
Cari Noga
NMC Communications Director
(231) 392-1800 (mobile – call or text)
choga@nmc.edu
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Jun 29, 2026 | Intercom, Media Mentions
The following college events and stories have appeared in the media recently. We want to share your media involvement too. Please send information about your NMC-related interview or appearance to publicrelations@nmc.edu. If possible, please include a link to the piece and information about where and when it was used.
Please note access to some stories may be limited by paywalls set up by the media outlet. This includes the Traverse City Record-Eagle, which limits free clicks to five per month. You may also read Record-Eagle articles in the print edition at the NMC Library.
Dennos Museum Center gets a new look and new exhibits
Ticker, June 29
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Jun 29, 2026 | HR Corner, Intercom
Kudos to Denny Nguyen! Denny Nguyen went over and beyond with the setup and tear down of the Juneteenth Celebration on Friday, June 19. Denny just showed up and helped out with anything that needed to be done.
Kudos to Nick Roster, Tiffani Wilke, Cheryl Bloomquist, Melissa Thiebaut, Kim Anderson, Tamella Livengood, Jim Morse, Patty Cron-Huhta, Les Eckert, Lisa Blackford, Tricia Lincoln, Jim Bensley and Tanja Wittrock! A huge thank you to the faculty members who led or co-led this year’s study abroad experiences across four different countries: Kenya, Italy(x2), Guatemala and Scotland. Because of their dedication, 65 students had the unforgettable opportunity to experience new cultures, engage in discipline-specific fieldwork and grow personally.
Kudos to Brittany Hanbury! Kudos to Brittany Hanbury and HR for organizing the employee wellness yoga. It was a great class!
Experts suggest maintaining an “attitude of gratitude” increases positivity for yourself and for others. Please encourage your colleagues by submitting a KUDOS. Let them know you appreciate their hard work and are thinking of them!
Jun 29, 2026 | HR Corner, Intercom
These colleagues have moved on to a new chapter in their lives. We wish them the very best as they navigate a new adventure, and we thank them for their time and dedication to NMC!
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- James Coughlin – Science & Math Instructor
- Benjamin Ertle – Adjunct Certified Flight Instructor
- Jeremy Maloney – Groundskeeper
Jun 29, 2026 | HR Corner, Intercom
These employees recently started working at the college. Let’s welcome them to the NMC community!
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- Harley Burkhard, student employee – Fitness Center Staff
- Austin Meiste, supplemental employee – Aviation Maintenance Technician
Jun 29, 2026 | Intercom, Student News
On Saturday, July 4 and Saturday, July 11, NMC Security will restrict access to the Great Lakes Campus parking lot beginning in the afternoon. Parking is limited to NMC employees, students, their guests and scheduled private events. Please bring your NMC ID and show it to security to access the lot.
Jun 29, 2026 | Intercom
Did you know that your tuition waiver benefits extend beyond credit classes? Take a fitness class, learn a new hobby, or even enjoy a date night with your partner. Check out these exclusive employee passes (remember, you must be logged into your student account to view) and browse classes for you and yours this spring!
Flour will fly and the fun will begin as you dive into the art of making pasta completely from scratch! You will mix, knead, roll and shape your dough using simple ingredients and only your two hands-just like Italian chefs have done for generations. Read more about Master the Pasta-bilities.
Saturday, July 11; 1–3 p.m.
Tuition waiver price: $46 for two people (Public price: $149)
Do you wish your trash bins weren’t so full of wet, stinky stuff? Learn about the processes and the magnificent organisms that turn your trash into valuable soil amendments! We’ll cover the basics about what materials can go into different composting systems, how to launch a small system in your own backyard, and the benefits that come from compost. Read more about Composting 101.
Tuesday, July 21; 3–5 p.m.
Tuition waiver price: $29 per person (Public price: $75)
New! Treat yourself to a night of flavor and fun! Dive into the joy of cooking by preparing a Full Plate: a vibrant appetizer, a savory entrée, and a luscious dessert. Explore new ingredients, sharpen your kitchen skills, and enjoy the reward of eating every course you create. Read more about Date Night: The Full Plate.
Tuesday, August 4; 6–9 p.m.
Tuition waiver price: $62 for two people (Public price: $199)
Jun 29, 2026 | Intercom
We are excited to launch the partnership between eCampus and the NMC Bookstore with the availability of fall books on July 1. As students have expressed their preferences and frustrations around course materials, we have heard them clearly say that they are looking for an easy shopping experience, low prices and the ability to rent and return their textbooks. The partnership with eCampus allows us to better assist our students with what they need.
Benefits to students include:
- Free expedited shipping to the Bookstore in 2-3 business days
- Free shipping to a student’s home for orders over $59
- A price match guarantee, matching competitor websites as well as brick and mortar competitors
- Rental options for all titles (excluding consumable items like lab manuals)
- Visible buyback pricing at time of purchase
- Immediate access for digital purchases
- Free prepaid shipping labels for returning rental books
- Online buyback store and free prepaid shipping labels for any books sold to eCampus
- Select titles include complimentary 7 day digital access while the student’s book is in transit
- Expanded payment options, including credit card, debit card, Venmo, Paypal and financial aid
- A student dashboard that consolidates all information a student needs: rental due dates, access to shipping labels, access to digital books and purchase history
The NMC Bookstore will not have physical inventory in store; students will need to order directly from the eCampus website. It can be found at nmc.ecampus.com; when a student logs into the eCampus website, a personalized list of books and materials is generated for the student, eliminating any confusion over what to purchase.
The NMC Bookstore will continue to stock items such as lab kits, uniforms, school supplies, and all the Hawk Owl merch that our students love. The bookstore staff is available to assist students with ordering and questions about their materials; an ordering kiosk will also be available in the store for students who would prefer to have some support placing their order.
Classes participating in the AutoAccess program will continue to use the same digital platform that students are used to, via the VitalSource Bookshelf. Students will simply use the eCampus Course Materials tab in Canvas instead of the VitalSource tab, and will have the same experience that they are accustomed to.
Faculty will have access soon to a Student Readiness Dashboard; this tool will show which students have purchased their materials (and when), giving better transparency to the data regarding student buying habits.
Fall book information will be available starting July 1 at nmc.ecampus.com; financial aid will be available for students Aug. 3 – Sept. 9.
Please reach out to Sarah Denniston at sdenniston@nmc.edu with any questions.
Jun 22, 2026 | Intercom, Media Mentions
The following college events and stories have appeared in the media recently. We want to share your media involvement too. Please send information about your NMC-related interview or appearance to publicrelations@nmc.edu. If possible, please include a link to the piece and information about where and when it was used.
Please note access to some stories may be limited by paywalls set up by the media outlet. This includes the Traverse City Record-Eagle, which limits free clicks to five per month. You may also read Record-Eagle articles in the print edition at the NMC Library.
Dennos Museum Center opens three summer exhibitions, marks Juneteenth with free admission
9&10 News, June 19
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Jun 22, 2026 | Aviation, Hawk Owl Helpers and Heroes, Intercom
Thanks to the Dennos Museum for opening three new summer exhibits last Friday. “Americans,” a traveling exhibition from the Smithsonian, examines the enduring influence of American Indians on U.S. history, culture and identity. In “This Old House is All We Have,” artist Caroline Monnet explores the connections between economic development, the environment and Indigenous communities through a mix of images and sculpture. “Echoes of Flight” by Xavi Bou uses chronophotography to reveal the hidden beauty of bird flight patterns while encouraging a deeper appreciation of the natural world. The exhibits will be on display through September 6.
Who’s been a Hawk Owl Helper or Hero for you? Let us know at publicrelations@nmc.edu!
Jun 22, 2026 | Intercom, Student News
To help ensure the continued safety of our campus community, fire alarm and sprinkler system testing will take place throughout NMC campuses this summer. Please do not be alarmed if you encounter testing activity in the buildings listed below. Testing is scheduled as follows:
FIRE ALARMS
July 24
Scholars Hall
Health & Science Building
Timothy J. Nelson Innovation Center
Beckett Building
North Hall
Parsons-Stulen Building
July 29
Okerstrom Fine Arts Building
Aviation
Automotive Service Technology Building
Power House
July 30
Osterlin Building
Tanis Building
1880 Apartment
Front Street Flats
Aero Park Labs
July 31
Rajkovich Physical Education Building
Aug 4
Founders Hall
East Hall
Rogers Observatory
Aug 5
Dennos Museum, 7 a.m.
Les Biederman Building
Great Lakes Campus
1882/1884 apts
Aug 6
Oleson Center for Continuing Education
FIRE SPRINKLERS
July 20
Dennos Museum, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
July 21
Scholars Hall, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
July 22
Les Biederman Building, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
July 23
Health & Science Building, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Tanis Building, 2–4 p.m.
July 24
James Beckett Building, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Timothy J. Nelson Innovation Center, 1–4 p.m.
July 27
Dennos Museum, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Fine Arts Building, 2–4 p.m.
July 28
Osterlin Building, 8 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Okerstrom Fine Arts Building, 12–3:30 p.m.
Facilities Building, 3:30–4 p.m.
July 29
East Hall, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
July 29
East Hall, 8 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Aviation, 12–1 p.m.
1880, 1882, 1884 Apartments and Automotive Service Technology Building, 1–4 p.m.
July 31
Rajkovich Physical Education Building, 8–11:30 a.m.
Oleson Center for Continuing Education 11:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Aug. 3
Parsons-Stulen Building, 8 a.m. to Noon
Aero Park Labs, Noon to 4 p.m.
Aug. 4
North Hall, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Aug. 5
North Hall, 8 a.m. to Noon
Great Lakes Campus, Noon to 4 p.m.
Aug. 6
Great Lakes Campus, 8 a.m. to Noon
If you have any concerns about the scheduling, please reach out to Nancy Durecki at (231) 995-1112 or ndurecki@nmc.edu.
Jun 19, 2026 | Intercom
The NMC Board of Trustees will hold its regular monthly meeting Monday, June 22 at 5:30 p.m. in Timothy J. Nelson Innovation Center, Room 106/107. More information is available here.
For more information, please contact the President’s office at (231) 995-1010.
Jun 19, 2026 | HR Corner, Intercom
Kudos to Zach Whitaker! On June 5, Zach Whitaker organized a Pitspitters Night at Turtle Creek Stadium for NMC Alumni and employees. It was a great event and it was nice to have an event where employees, alumni and their families could come together. Just wanted to let Zach know that the event was very appreciated by those in attendance.
Kudos to Brittany Hanbury! Kudos to Brittany Hanbury for all her efforts and support with the NMC Walking Wellness Challenge! I’m looking forward to the next one.
Kudos to Koleen Kerlin-Spigarelli, Melanie Griffith, Skylar Berry, Paul Schoppe and Lisa Eiden! Another successful season of study abroad recently concluded and we would like to recognize the following people for their work in helping to make it happen:
- Koleen Kerlin-Spigarelli and Melanie Griffith,(Student Health Services) for their work in ordering and administering medications, often at a reduced rate for the Kenya team.
- Skylar Berry (Financial Aid), Paul Shoppe (NMC Foundation) for their work investigating and distributing qualifying scholarships to our students. Additional financial support from NMC can often make or break a student’s decision to participate in what can be a life-changing opportunity.
- Lisa Eiden (Student Financial Services) for her work in making sure all student financial strings were tied up prior to departure.
Kudos to Marina Call! Marina’s steadfast commitment to seeing through many components that allow a safe and successful study abroad program to be offered annually is highly commendable! Her attention to various logistical details in making international payments, developing schedules, marketing opportunities, working individually with students and overseas providers (often in Spanish or Italian!) to align interests and alleviate anxiety, and following through with faculty, staff and community members is greatly appreciated.
Experts suggest maintaining an “attitude of gratitude” increases positivity for yourself and for others. Please encourage your colleagues by submitting a KUDOS. Let them know you appreciate their hard work and are thinking of them!
Jun 19, 2026 | HR Corner, Intercom
Do you want to get some extra steps in to meet your goals while connecting with colleagues? Brittany from Human Resources is hosting an employee walk around the Civic Center loop (this is approximately a one-mile walk). This group walk is completely optional but can be a fun way to chat and catch up with colleagues so we hope you’ll join us!
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- Tuesday, June 30, 12:15 p.m.
We will meet in front of the Dennos and plan to leave promptly at the scheduled time so grab your water and we will see you there!
Jun 19, 2026 | HR Corner, Intercom
These employees recently started working at the college. Let’s welcome them to the NMC community!
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- Stephanie Archambeau, supplemental employee – Music Department Box Office Manager
- William Lobsinger – Adjunct Certified Flight Instructor
- Carlos Gomez – Aviation Maintenance Mechanic
Jun 19, 2026 | HR Corner, Intercom
Join NMC Wellness and Yen Yoga for an invigorating outdoor yoga class beneath the pines. This course is free to NMC employees and will be led by Leslie Simionescu from Yen Yoga. Embrace the fresh air, connect with nature and rejuvenate your mind and body. All skill levels are welcome. Start your journey to relaxation and wellness with us today. One lucky attendee will win a brand new yoga bag!
Wednesday, June 24, 11 a.m.
Outside of the Timothy J. Nelson Innovation Center
In the event of rain we will relocate to the gym in the Rajkovich Physical Education Building
Register
Questions? Email bhanbury@nmc.edu
Jun 15, 2026 | HR Corner, Intercom
Thank you to everyone who attended the You Made it Possible Employee Luncheon on May 13, helping us celebrate all of our employees including those receiving excellence and service awards and our retirees!
A photo gallery from the event is available here.
Jun 15, 2026 | Aviation, Hawk Owl Helpers and Heroes, Intercom
Congratulations to NMC Aviation for their registration and upcoming participation in the historic Air Race Classic! We’re proud to cheer on the Cherry Capital Cruisers (Team #33), featuring flight instructor Emma Dyer alongside student Grace Soneral and team lead Rachael Kornoely. Representing NMC in one of the world’s oldest and most competitive all-women air races, this talented crew will be piloting a Cessna Skyhawk 172SP aircraft (N921BB) dedicated to legendary NMC flight instructor and aviation program director Bob Buttleman during the June 23–26 race.
They won’t be flying solo either, backed by a dedicated Traverse City ground support team managing weather, airspace and logistics every step of the way. Best of luck to our amazing aviators as they prepare for this incredible milestone—clear skies ahead, and Go Team 33! Follow along with the flyers starting June 23 here.
Who’s been a Hawk Owl Helper or Hero for you? Let us know at publicrelations@nmc.edu!
