Feb 3, 2022 | Intercom, Student News
Good afternoon NMC community,
We have some important updates and reminders on NMC’s masking policy and resources as we continue to respond to the evolving COVID-19 pandemic:
- NMC now has 19 locations offering FREE N95 respirators across its five campuses.
- N95 and KN95 respirators provide the best filtration and protection against the virus; the college recommends you wear this option whenever possible; surgical masks offer the next best level of protection and are available at all entrances to our buildings. Cloth masks provide the least protection.
- Cloth masks, if used, should be washed daily after each use according to CDC recommendations. If cloth masks are visibly soiled, users will be asked to replace it with a clean mask or a college provided N95 respirator or surgical mask.
- Masks and respirators must cover both the nose and mouth with no gaps, unless you are eating or drinking.
- Scarves, bandanas, and neck gaiters are no longer considered acceptable. Users will be asked to replace these with a college provided respirator or mask.
- Please dispose of any surgical masks in one of our many campus trash receptacles to reduce littering on campus grounds. The polypropylene material used for surgical masks is not biodegradable.
Thank you for your commitment to keeping NMC’s learning environments safe. For more information and resources on NMC’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic, including the case dashboard, please visit the Keep Safe hub. If you have any questions related to these issues please contact us through the COVID-19 feedback form.
Feb 3, 2022 | Intercom, Student News
Good afternoon NMC community,
We have some important updates and reminders on NMC’s masking policy and resources as we continue to respond to the evolving COVID-19 pandemic:
- NMC now has 19 locations offering FREE N95 respirators across its five campuses.
- N95 and KN95 respirators provide the best filtration and protection against the virus; the college recommends you wear this option whenever possible; surgical masks offer the next best level of protection and are available at all entrances to our buildings. Cloth masks provide the least protection.
- Cloth masks, if used, should be washed daily after each use according to CDC recommendations. If cloth masks are visibly soiled, users will be asked to replace it with a clean mask or a college provided N95 respirator or surgical mask.
- Masks and respirators must cover both the nose and mouth with no gaps, unless you are eating or drinking.
- Scarves, bandanas, and neck gaiters are no longer considered acceptable. Users will be asked to replace these with a college provided respirator or mask.
- Please dispose of any surgical masks in one of our many campus trash receptacles to reduce littering on campus grounds. The polypropylene material used for surgical masks is not biodegradable.
Thank you for your commitment to keeping NMC’s learning environments safe. For more information and resources on NMC’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic, including the case dashboard, please visit the Keep Safe hub.
Feb 2, 2022 | Intercom, Student News
TRAVERSE CITY — Northwestern Michigan College is the only community college and the only non-coastal school to make an online ranking of the top ocean engineering programs in the nation.
CollegeFactual.com lists NMC’s Bachelor of Science in Marine Technology program as the fourth most-focused ocean engineering program in the country, behind only the U.S. Naval Academy, Florida Institute of Technology and the University of Rhode Island.
“The bachelor’s of science in Marine Technology at NMC is directly focused on developing the global workforce in support of the new blue economy. Our program is unique in that it provides the applied skills and competencies directly required by businesses and industries,” said Hans Van Sumeren, director of NMC’s Great Lakes Water Studies Institute. “NMC BSMT graduates work throughout the Great Lakes, United States, and around the world. They are highly competitive in the job market and bring a diverse set of skills to their employers.”
NMC’s bachelor’s degree in Marine Technology offers students the opportunity to gain technical skills and competencies leading toward a better understanding of the world’s dynamic water resources. Graduates of the program have 100-percent employment in the marine industry. (Read about one successful student here.) Associate degrees in Engineering Technology-Marine and Freshwater Studies are also available. Find out more at nmc.edu/marine-tech.
Release date: February 2, 2022
For more information:
Hans Van Sumeren
Director, Great Lakes Water Studies Institute
(231) 995-1793
hvansumeren@nmc.edu
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
Feb 2, 2022 | Intercom, Student News
TRAVERSE CITY — Northwestern Michigan College is the only community college and the only non-coastal school to make an online ranking of the top ocean engineering programs in the nation.
CollegeFactual.com lists NMC’s Bachelor of Science in Marine Technology program as the fourth most-focused ocean engineering program in the country, behind only the U.S. Naval Academy, Florida Institute of Technology and the University of Rhode Island.
“The bachelor’s of science in Marine Technology at NMC is directly focused on developing the global workforce in support of the new blue economy. Our program is unique in that it provides the applied skills and competencies directly required by businesses and industries,” said Hans Van Sumeren, director of NMC’s Great Lakes Water Studies Institute. “NMC BSMT graduates work throughout the Great Lakes, United States, and around the world. They are highly competitive in the job market and bring a diverse set of skills to their employers.”
NMC’s bachelor’s degree in Marine Technology offers students the opportunity to gain technical skills and competencies leading toward a better understanding of the world’s dynamic water resources. Graduates of the program have 100-percent employment in the marine industry. (Read about one successful student here.) Associate degrees in Engineering Technology-Marine and Freshwater Studies are also available. Find out more at nmc.edu/marine-tech.
Release date: February 2, 2022
For more information:
Hans Van Sumeren
Director, Great Lakes Water Studies Institute
(231) 995-1793
hvansumeren@nmc.edu
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
Feb 1, 2022 | Intercom, Student Events
Join Experiential Learning Program Coordinator Amy Burns Bailey, the host for this LinkedIn 101 webinar 1–2 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 17. Social media consultant Chaim Shapiro, who specializes in LinkedIn, will offer information on:
- Creating a LinkedIn profile that stands out and gets you noticed
- Finding and engaging the people that can make all the difference for your job search
- How to create and amplify your personal brand.
Shapiro is also Director of the Office for Student Success at Touro College in New York City and has more than 18 years of experience working in college administration. The webinar is free for students, staff and community and is funded by an Experiential Learning Grant.
Jan 31, 2022 | Hawk Owl Helpers and Heroes, Intercom
Thank you to everyone who’s pitching in to help keep the campus community safe through the latest wave of COVID-19: Instructors reporting cases, Health Services assisting with contact tracing, testing, tracking and and last week’s vaccination clinic, Human Resources and the business office with tracking and supplies, including KN95 masks, and the Reimagining Committee for working on guidelines for class safety.
Visit nmc.edu/covid-19 for links to the COVID-19 Case Dashboard and other safety information, including a printable version of the proper face mask wearing poster that’s posted around campus.
Jan 31, 2022 | 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.
Board approves ‘NMC Next’ strategic plan
Record-Eagle, January 25
9&10 News, January 25 (more…)
Jan 28, 2022 | Intercom
Thank you to everyone who attended the Spring 2022 Town Hall Friday, Jan. 28. A recording is now available here.
The program included updates regarding enrollment, COVID-19, the NMC NEXT Strategic Plan and other topics, including a quiz with a chance to win lunch at Lobdell’s with NMC President Nick Nissley.
Jan 28, 2022 | Intercom
President Nick Nissley reintroduced President’s Council at this morning’s Town Hall. To add a little fun, he shared a trivia challenge to see who knows what about PC members. This short quiz is open until 5 p.m. Monday, Jan. 31. We will choose five of the top entries to join President Nissley at Lobdell’s for lunch!
(Please note: We ARE offering partial credit for answers and don’t worry, quiz results will not impact your GPA or your permanent record.)
Thanks for playing, and watch the Intercom for answers and winners!
Jan 27, 2022 | Intercom, Tech Bytes
Using bookmarks in a browser makes it easy to return to web pages that are important to you.
Check out this brief 5-minute video on using Bookmarks in a Chrome Browser.
Jan 27, 2022 | Intercom, Student Events
The Passport Student Talk Series is a chance to explore other cultures through the experiences of NMC students.
Please join us Friday, Feb. 11 from 12:15–1 p.m. in West Hall Room 106 to hear one of our NMC students, Olesya Nikolaeva, talk about her home country of Russia.
Feel free to bring your lunch along as we relax and learn about this fascinating country.
Global Endorsement students, please bring your GE passport so that it can be stamped to earn your GE event points!
Jan 27, 2022 | HR Corner, Intercom
Kudos to Magda Stewart: Magda arranged for nursing students to attend the Munson Virtual Provider Symposium, providing an opportunity for future nurses to interact, learn from and engage with Munson Healthcare providers, as well as providers from the University of Michigan, on topics including non-opioid pain management and ethical considerations during the COVID pandemic. Thank you for connecting our students to these incredible educational opportunities.
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!
Jan 27, 2022 | HR Corner, Intercom
Welcome to NMC!
- Leah Nelson — Residence Hall Front Desk
- Ryan Ward — Adjunct Aviation Instructor
- Tiff Falls — Milliken Auditorium Technician Assistant
Jan 27, 2022 | Intercom, Student News
NOTE: Updated March 1 to note that face masks are now recommended rather than required.
TRAVERSE CITY — Employers are invited to register for Northwestern Michigan College’s 16th annual Career Fair, to be held March 3 at the Hagerty Center on the Great Lakes Campus.
Held in partnership with Northwest Michigan Works and Networks Northwest, the Career Fair runs from 2–6 p.m. Employers will have the opportunity to recruit job-seekers for career-track, seasonal and entry-level positions as well as internships and service learning.
The event is open to students, NMC alumni and community members. Employer registration is $25 and available online. Due to COVID-19, participants are limited and face masks are recommended at the event.
To register or for more information, visit nmc.edu/career-fair.
Release date: JANUARY 27, 2022
For more information:
Katie Sommer-Ford
NMC Advising Center
ksommer@nmc.edu
231-995-1040
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
Jan 27, 2022 | Intercom, Student News
NOTE: Updated March 1 to note that face masks are now recommended rather than required.
TRAVERSE CITY — Employers are invited to register for Northwestern Michigan College’s 16th annual Career Fair, to be held March 3 at the Hagerty Center on the Great Lakes Campus.
Held in partnership with Northwest Michigan Works and Networks Northwest, the Career Fair runs from 2–6 p.m. Employers will have the opportunity to recruit job-seekers for career-track, seasonal and entry-level positions as well as internships and service learning.
The event is open to students, NMC alumni and community members. Employer registration is $25 and available online. Due to COVID-19, participants are limited and face masks are recommended at the event.
To register or for more information, visit nmc.edu/career-fair.
Release date: JANUARY 27, 2022
For more information:
Katie Sommer-Ford
NMC Advising Center
ksommer@nmc.edu
231-995-1040
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
Jan 27, 2022 | Intercom, President Updates
It’s an exciting and busy time at NMC! Please join us for a virtual town hall to hear the latest from President Nissley on the work that unites us as a college community, including the official launch of NMC Next our new strategic plan!
The event is planned for this Friday, January 28, 2022, from 8–9 a.m. Topics will include: enrollment, NMC Next Strategic Plan, COVID-19, Q&A, and a little something for each of you!
The session will be recorded for those unable to attend.
To join, please use the Zoom webinar link included below or in the calendar appointment.
When: Jan 28, 2022 08:00 AM Eastern Time (US and Canada)
Topic: Town Hall – Spring 2022
Please click the link below to join the webinar:
US: +16465588656,,92440559833# or +13017158592,,92440559833#
Dial(for higher quality, dial a number based on your current location):
US: +1 646 558 8656 or +1 301 715 8592 or +1 312 626 6799 or +1 669 900 6833 or +1 253 215 8782 or +1 346 248 7799
Webinar ID: 924 4055 9833
We look forward to coming together as a college community Friday morning! See you then!
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President’s Office
1701 E. Front Street
Traverse City, MI
Phone: (231) 995-1010
Jan 26, 2022 | Intercom, Student News
January 26, 2022
If a strategic plan is a roadmap, where will NMC Next take the college? Following unanimous approval by NMC’s Board of Trustees Monday, imagine the impact on the Grand Traverse region:
View/download the brochure »Residents who want to upskill or change careers are reaching their goals faster with accelerated programs, more online options and expanded credential choices. By engaging with hands-on, real-world problem solving, they’re also having a richer experience and becoming independent, self-directed learners, skills they’ll bring into the workforce.
In the most diverse era ever, the college is a model for diversity, equity and inclusion, exemplifying how other regional employers can attract talent and serve customers. Mutually beneficial partnerships, like the ones nursing enjoys with Munson Medical Center, and culinary with the region’s hospitality industry, are visible on multiple campuses. Taxpayers will report even higher levels of satisfaction with “our community’s college.”
All of those are among the plan’s 24 objectives and action items, which fall under five strategic goal areas:
- Future-focused education
- Student engagement and success
- Diversity, equity and inclusion
- Community partnership and engagement
- Institutional distinction and sustainability
Progress will be measured and made available through trackers for each area at nmc.edu/strategic-plan.
The vote is the culmination of NMC’s most comprehensive strategic planning process in decades, which began in February 2021 and drew input across all college constituencies. From community to students and trustees to faculty and staff, more than 1,000 participants provided input to the process, including answering surveys, participating in focus groups and feedback sessions and serving on the work team or steering committee.
“The voices and critical insights of the entire NMC community are central to the success of NMC Next, and I’m so gratified by how generously our many stakeholders have shared their time and talents,” said NMC President Nick Nissley. “This data-driven plan positions us to meet the needs of the region, be a community college leader, yet also agile enough to adapt to changing conditions in higher education.”
Jan 25, 2022 | Intercom, Student News
TRAVERSE CITY — Northwestern Michigan College’s Board of Trustees unanimously approved a new strategic plan, NMC Next, which will guide the college through 2025 at its regular meeting Monday.
The vote is the culmination of NMC’s most comprehensive strategic planning process in decades, which began in February 2021 and drew input across all college constituencies. From community to students and trustees to faculty and staff, more than 1,000 participants provided input to the process, including answering surveys, participating in focus groups and feedback sessions and serving on the work team or steering committee.
“The voices and critical insights of the entire NMC community are central to the success of NMC Next, and I’m so gratified by how generously our many stakeholders have shared their time and talents,” said President Nick Nissley. “This data-driven plan positions us to meet the needs of the region, be a community college leader, yet also agile enough to adapt to changing conditions in higher education.”
The college now will begin to measure progress on the plan’s 24 objectives and action items, which fall under five strategic goal areas:
- Future-focused education
- Student engagement and success
- Diversity, equity and inclusion
- Community partnership and engagement
- Institutional distinction and sustainability
Vice President for Strategic Initiatives Jason Slade will oversee the plan implementation. The college has already achieved one objective with the hiring of Marcus Bennett as special assistant to the president for diversity, equity and inclusion. Each area will see activity this year, involving the whole college, Slade said.
“We’ll need everybody’s help in getting to those goals,” he said, which will help keep NMC at the forefront of higher education.
The college will also hold itself publicly accountable by maintaining online progress trackers in each area, at nmc.edu/strategic-plan.
Release date: JANUARY 25, 2022
For more information:
Diana Fairbanks
Associate Vice President of Public Relations, Marketing and Communications
dfairbanks@nmc.edu
(231) 995-1019
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
Guess Who? (PC edition)