Media Mentions for August 24

Aug 24, 2018 | Intercom, Media Mentions

The following college events and stories have appeared in the media in the last week. 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 Osterlin Library.

NMC’s Great Lakes Culinary Institute named among the best culinary schools in the country
UpNorthLive (TV 7&4 / 29&8), August 20

Aviation program has record number of international students
9&10 News, August 24

The Incredible Story of 644 Delta Romeo
MyNorth.com

Lewiston boy achieves Eagle rank
UpNorthVoice.com, August 20

Education Newsmakers (Dean’s List)
Record-Eagle, August 20

Voyaging on the Sea Bear in Duluth Harbor and beyond
Duluth News Tribune, August 16

Kudos!

Aug 24, 2018 | HR Corner, Intercom

KUDOS- (praise or respect that you get because of something you have done or achieved) defined by Merriam-Webster.com

Submit a Kudos here. (more…)

Catering is back!

Aug 20, 2018 | Intercom, Student News

Starting on Monday, August 27, Dining Services’ catering department will re-open.

Note: We may have some limitations operating from our temporary location. While the West Hall Innovation Center project is underway, Dining Services will be located in the Oleson Center.

Innovation Center Project Updates

Aug 17, 2018 | Intercom, Student News

With the multi-million-dollar West Hall Innovation Center project now underway, several NMC departments, offices and services that were located in West Hall have moved to other locations on main campus.

Here’s a partial list of what’s moved and where:

  • Student ID Cards: Tanis Room T 142
  • Dining Services: Oleson Center
  • NMC Bookstore: Health & Science Room HS 101
  • Tutoring: Osterlin Room O 210
  • Student Life: Osterlin Room O 152
  • International Services: Scholars Hall Room SH 29
  • Veterans Lounge: Osterlin Room O 103
  • Apartment Management: Biederman Room LB 104
  • Childcare: Phys Ed Building Room P 206

For more on the project, including project renderings, a timeline and a longer list of department, office and service moves, visit nmc.edu/innovation.

To view the updated campus map, visit nmc.edu/maps.

The project is slated to be completed in the fall of 2019.

Great Lakes Culinary Institute named among best culinary schools

Aug 17, 2018 | Intercom

TRAVERSE CITY — The Great Lakes Culinary Institute at Northwestern Michigan College (NMC) has been named among the 30 best culinary schools for 2018 by Best Value Schools.

This ranking was created using the National Center for Education Statistics’ College Navigator database to identify the 30 best culinary schools in the United States based on the following methodology:

  • Variety of Degree Programs
  • Program Length
  • Methods of Preparedness
  • Facilities
  • Reputation
  • Cost

The Great Lakes Culinary Institute’s facility is located on NMC’s Great Lakes Campus. It is comprised of four culinary labs including a bakery, introductory and food skills kitchen, an advanced cooking kitchen, a garde manger kitchen, a beverage management outlet and Lobdell’s, a 90-seat training restaurant.

“NMC is proud to have grown the Great Lakes Culinary Institute from its beginning to the impressive program it is today, producing incredible chefs and culinary entrepreneurs practicing throughout our region and around the world,” says Timothy J. Nelson, NMC President. “We are also excited to be a leader in the future of this field, developing new ways to engage with and educate the culinary leaders of tomorrow.”

The Great Lakes Culinary Institute at NMC offers both an associate’s degree in culinary arts and various certificate programs. Regardless of the program, students get hands-on training in state-of-the-art kitchens, as well as an internship opportunity for professional networking. Read more about the program at nmc.edu/culinary.

Best Value Schools researches and provides objective, accurate, and up-to-date facts about colleges and universities that deliver the best overall value for the educational dollar. The site addresses relevant and important topics, including financial aid and assistance, support and service for the student, and return on investment (ROI). Best Value Schools answers frequently asked questions and offers tips and information related to college savings and more. Read the full article at the following link: www.bestvalueschools.com/rankings/culinary-schools/

RELEASE DATE: August 17, 2018

For More Information:

Fred Laughlin
Great Lakes Culinary Institute Director
flaughlin@nmc.edu
(231) 995-1197

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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

NMC Wellness Activities

Aug 17, 2018 | HR Corner, Intercom

Are you looking for a way to get in a quick 15-minute cardio charge?

Join Chris Barr on Monday, August 27 at your campus for a 15-minute full-body resistance band workout on the lawn.

Chris will have the bands — just bring yourself!

  • 10-10:15 a.m.- University Center- meet in front of outside entrance to EES
  • Noon-12:15 p.m.- Main Campus- meet in front of the Phys Ed Building
  • 1:30-1:45 p.m.- Great Lakes Campus- meet in front of the main entrance
  • 2:30-2:45 p.m.- Parsons Stulen- meet in front of the main entrance

Walk In Advising

Aug 13, 2018 | Intercom

Have students who need fall schedule help?! Walk-In Advising sessions will be available 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. August 13-29. These 15-minute sessions are offered on a first-come-first-served basis in the Advising Center (Osterlin). Call (231) 995-1040 or advising@nmc.edu with questions.

NMC Dining Services – New locations and hours!

Aug 13, 2018 | Intercom, Student News

NMC Dining Services’ Fall 2018 locations and hours will be as follows. The new hours begin August 24:

Hawk Owl Café

Open 7 Days a week
10:30 a.m.–7 p.m.
Located in the Oleson Center – NEW LOCATION!

Hawks Nest

Monday–Friday, 7 a.m.–9 p.m.
Saturday & Sunday, 9 a.m.–9 p.m.
Located in East Hall  – Cashless location

Northwest Grind – Starbucks

Monday–Thursday, 8 a.m.–5:15 p.m.
Located in the Osterlin Building

For details, contact Dining Services at (231) 995-1688.
For more information, visit nmcdining.sodexomyway.com.

Kudos!

Aug 10, 2018 | HR Corner, Intercom

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 Jason Dake-  Jason took the alumni from NMC’s first class on a tour of the Dennos Museum Center to highlight the recent improvements to the space. Jason did a wonderful job engaging all of the guests and sharing concrete examples of what the expansion makes possible for visiting student groups and our whole community. Thank you, Jason!

August 20 Events – RSVPs needed!

Aug 9, 2018 | Intercom, President Updates

If you have not already done so, please complete this Google Form to indicate which Experiential Learning Session you plan to attend. There are two sessions being offered on the morning of Monday, August 20, and four additional sessions will be held in September for staff and adjunct faculty who cannot attend August 20 activities. (more…)

NMC to use renewable energy source for new Innovation Center

Aug 9, 2018 | Intercom

TRAVERSE CITY — Northwestern Michigan College will install a geothermal system to support its new West Hall Innovation Center, currently under construction.

The Board of Trustees Building and Site Committee voted unanimously to support the recommendation from the construction project manager, citing research into the long-term cost savings to the college and the positive environmental impact.

The geothermal system is estimated to cost an additional $400,000 initially, with an expected payback period of 14.5 years and continued savings to the college for up to at least 30 years.

Committee members felt the renewable energy option was the right thing for the college to do environmentally with the cost data supporting that decision.

Vice President of Finance and Administration Vicki Cook said, “This project is another example of how the college works to strengthen our long-term commitment to our community by seeking out additional opportunities to build systems that are responsible both financially and environmentally.”

Geothermal systems use heat from the earth to provide a clean renewable source of power.

The multi-million-dollar 21st century West Hall Innovation Center is in its early stages of construction with a groundbreaking ceremony planned for September 2018.

RELEASE DATE: August 9, 2018

FOR MORE INFORMATION:

Vicki Cook
Vice President of Finance and Administration
vcook@nmc.edu
(231) 995-1144

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