Sad News

Jack Ozegovic, instructor in NMC’s Fine Arts Department for over 20 years, passed away December 15. He was 86 and a resident of Lawrence, Kansas at the time of his passing. Read his obituary here.

From Glenn Wolff:

“I have learned sadly that we lost another very fine artist and elder yesterday. Jack Ozegovic, a great friend and mentor to me and many others, created the Printmaking department at Northwestern Michigan College back in the ’60s. Learning intaglio and lithography in that studio under his patient instruction, then working as his assistant, had a profound influence on me as an artist. He was also wise enough to boot my ass out the door after two years, insisting I go on to art school, when I was wavering about leaving. It was a true full circle honor recently to be hired by NMC and take over teaching that printmaking class. Thank you Jack. I will strive to do justice to that wonderfully analog shop that you created.”

From Paul Welch:

“Jack Ozegovic, Norm Averill, and I (right to left) were the beginning of the NMC Art department in the early 1960’s. We hired Jack from Gettysburg College, to develop the printmaking program at the college. It was his efforts and others who saw the major growth of the fine arts in the 1960’s and ’70s. Eventually, because of fine arts expansion, the art program moved into the Bauhaus designed Shirley Okerstrom Fine Arts Building on the campus. Jack is gone but not forgotten.”

New degrees approved

TRAVERSE CITY — New degrees in culinary sales and surveying will be offered beginning with the fall 2019 semester after unanimous approval by NMC’s Board of Trustees Monday.

Both associate in applied science degrees are intended to offer additional employment options to students post-graduation.

The culinary sales degree includes culinary and general business courses already offered at NMC. It will expand upon the college’s current restaurant-focused culinary offerings and prepare students to work in food and beverage sales and marketing departments.

“As the popularity of specialty foods grows, so does the demand for education and training. It is envisioned that this program would serve to define NMC as a regional leader in this area,” said Stephen Siciliano, vice president for academic affairs.

The surveying degree complements existing training in marine technology and unmanned aerial systems. NMC offers the only bachelor’s degree in marine technology in the nation and has gone from being an early adopter in UAS training to an industry leader.

“With the addition of this degree, NMC will have a comprehensive pathway from degree through professional development in the platform triad of marine, air, land – unique among community colleges nationally,” said Marguerite Cotto, vice president for lifelong and professional learning.

Registration for fall semester classes begins March 13, 2019.

 

Release date: December 18, 2018

For more information:

Diana Fairbanks
Executive Director of Public Relations, Marketing and Communication
dfairbanks@nmc.edu
(231) 995-1019

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President’s Update for December 17, 2018

Thank you all for everything you do in pursuit of “Keeping Learning at the Center.”

Notable Accomplishments provided by Faculty and Staff

This section recognizes the good work being done and linkages to the Strategic Directions (SD) and Institutional Effectiveness Criteria (IE) are provided where possible. (more…)

Congratulations to the winners of the 2018 Ugly Holiday Sweater Contest!

Congratulations to NMC’s Student Life team, winners of the 2018 Ugly Holiday Sweater Contest and the coveted contest trophy!

The winning submission was determined via applause-o-meter at the NMC Holiday Party Friday, Dec. 14. Other outstanding entries included the Business Office, Dennos Museum Center, Extended Education and the University Center! We’re already looking forward to NEXT year!

Media Mentions for December 17, 2018

The following college events and stories have appeared in the media in the past 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.

Culinary institute, chefs celebrate retiring director’s legacy
Record-Eagle, Dec. 15

The “Building Skills Competition” Pits NMC Vs TBA Students
Ticker, Dec. 13

Rotary Charities announces fall grant recipients
Ticker, Dec. 12
Record-Eagle, Dec. 13

Marine industry expects worker shortage. So what are the jobs like?
Cleveland Plain-Dealer, Dec. 11

Yen Yoga and Fitness Classes for NMC Employees

Exclusive offer from Yen Yoga for NMC employees and those authorized for employee tuition waivers! Purchase a 30-class package for $40 with a 100% tuition waiver (normally a $360 value). Start your classes anytime, December through April; expires 12 months after purchase date. Easy 2-step sign-up: 1) call NMC Extended Educational Services at (231) 995-1700 to enroll; 2) then call Yen Yoga and Fitness at (231) 421-5496 to sign up for your first class. With more than 115 classes a week (check schedule at yenyogafitness.com), Yen is Northern Michigan’s largest class-based fitness studio, offering yoga, indoor cycling, group fitness, TRX and more. Teachers and staff at Yen know that walking into a yoga or fitness studio can be intimidating at first, so they strive to create an environment that is welcoming and non-judgmental – emphasizing mind, body, spirit and joy.

Wellness Updates

Tips for how to MAINTAIN and NOT GAIN this holiday season!

Welcome NMC’s new Well-Being Coordinator from Blue Cross:

Marissa Jarrett
mjarrett@bcbsm.com
(313) 296-9306

Marissa’s BIO can be seen HERE.

 

Upcoming Wellness Break- DESK EXERCISES

Join Marissa as she guides you through exercises you can do at your desk to help you maintain posture, calorie burning, and muscle balance. Optional: water bottle to use as a weight.

Monday- December 17, 2018

10 a.m.- University Center 106

12 p.m.-Les Biederman 206

2 p.m.- Great Lakes 111

3 p.m.- Parsons Stulen 112

Media Mentions for December 10, 2018

The following college events and stories have appeared in the media in the past 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.

Find inspired stories, art, gifts at The Dennos
Record-Eagle, Dec. 7

Kids cricket camp at NMC
TV 9 & 10, Dec. 5

NMC student arrested for damaging vehicle
Record-Eagle, Dec. 5

Local photographer’s exhibit shines a light on opioid crisis
UpNorthLive, Dec. 5

Local pioneer shares Air Force One secrets
UpNorthLive, Dec. 3

Northern Michigan leaders look back on experiences with George H.W. Bush
UpNorthLive, Dec. 3

Soo locks upgrade would bring local, national impact
Petoskey New-Review, Dec. 2

Intramural Basketball

Season starts Sunday, January 27 for six weeks. Two games per week played Monday – Thursday. At 2:10, 3:10 or 4:10 p.m. or the new time offering Sundays 9:10, 10:10 p.m. 

All players must be current NMC students! All teams must be co-ed! At least one female player must be on the court at all times or you will play short. Female points count double.

Mandatory Captains’ meeting and Sign-up Deadline:

  • Thursday, January 24 at 5 p.m. in the PE Lobby.
  • Registration forms are located throughout campus or pick up one at the Fitness Center in North Hall. Turn in rosters to Steve Dixon at the Fitness Center or bring them to the mandatory captains meeting.

For more information or questions, please call Steve Dixon at 995-1379

Sponsored by N.M.C. Student Life/Student Activities and N.M.C. Physical Education, Sports and Recreation