Employee Anniversaries
The following employees are celebrating an anniversary soon. Please join us in congratulating them!
#LNAP 2017: The Library’s Long Night Against Procrastination
It’s back! On April 20, the NMC Osterlin Library and Student Success Center will be open until 2:00 a.m. Writing and Reading Center readers, librarians, and tutors from the NMC Tutoring Center will be available until LATE to help with final papers and assignments.
Free pizza, free snacks, free coffee & drinks, and multiple raffle drawings for prizes will help keep you inspired to CRUSH your finals! See you there.
Great Lakes Maritime Academy hosts open ship
TRAVERSE CITY — The community is invited to the Great Lakes Maritime Academy’s open “ship” showcasing the training ship State of Michigan from noon to 3 p.m. April 22. The day will include:
- Guided tours of the T/S State of Michigan
- Interaction with current Maritime cadets
- An opportunity to learn more about the Maritime Academy and the maritime industry
Tours will begin at the pier security gate entrance on the north side of NMC’s Great Lakes campus, 715 E. Front St. Low-heel, closed-toe, soft-soled shoes are highly recommended. The event will occur rain or shine.
Release date: April 11, 2017
For more information:
Scott Fairbank
Great Lakes Maritime Academy
sfairbank@nmc.edu
(231) 995-1200
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-discriminationSpring performances
TRAVERSE CITY — NMC’s performance ensembles will offer a full slate of spring concerts during April and May.
Friday, April 21 NMC Concert Band presents “Dance The Night Away” 7:30 p.m., Milliken Auditorium. Tickets $12 adults, $7 students and seniors. Admission for NMC students with student ID is free.
Saturday, April 22 NMC Jazz Bands and NMC Vocal Jazz Ensemble, 7:30 p.m., Milliken Auditorium. Tickets are $10 for adults, and $5 for students and seniors in advance; $12 & $7 at the door. Admission for NMC students with student ID is free.
Sunday, April 23 NMC Grand Traverse Chorale and NMC Chamber Singers share the stage with the Traverse Symphony Orchestra for a performance of Beethoven’s Symphony No. 9. 3 p.m., Corson Auditorium, Interlochen Arts Academy. Ticket prices vary.
Sunday, April 23 NMC Dance Department presents A Spring Dance Showcase, 7 p.m., Milliken Auditorium. Tickets $7.
Sunday, April 30 NMC Children’s Choirs 3 p.m., Lars Hockstad Auditorium. Tickets $15 adults, $10 for students and seniors.
Saturday May 13 NMC Canticum Novum presents choral music by masters old and new. 7:30 p.m., First Presbyterian Church, Elk Rapids. Suggested donations of $15 for adults, $10 for students and seniors, will be taken at the door.
Friday, May 19 and Saturday, May 20 NMC’s Canticum Novum presents a “A Spring Evening of Wine, Sweets and Song.” 7:30 p.m., Dennos Museum Sculpture Court.
Tickets for all events except the May 13 donation concert are available at mynorthtickets.com. Call (800) 836-0717
Release date: april 5, 2017
For more information:
Jeffrey Cobb
NMC Director of Music Programs
jecobb@nmc.edu
(231) 995-1338
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-discriminationNMC Dance Department presents A Spring Dance Showcase
The Northwestern Michigan College Dance Department will present A Spring Dance Showcase on Sunday, April 23 at 7 p.m. at Milliken Auditorium on the campus of NMC. The showcase performance will feature solo and group dances under the direction of Dorothy Eisenstein.
The concert will celebrate four historical figures of dance through innovative choreography performed by faculty and students. Various styles of dance will be featured including modern dance, jazz, improvisation, and hip hop.
General admission tickets are $7.00. Tickets are available in advance at mynorthtickets.com or by calling (800) 836-0717.
Benefits Corner: This Month, “Save Your Vision”
Most of us work at a computer these days. Unfortunately, too much computer work can harm our vision. Computer-related vision problems are so common, the American Optometric Association has determined that many computer users suffer from Computer Vision Syndrome (CVS). Are you one of them?
CVS is comprised of eye and vision problems related to frequent and extensive computer use. Eye strain, blurred vision, dry eyes and a stiff neck are some of the symptoms of CVS. The good news is, a few easy changes can help most issues.
This month, simply take the following small steps for healthy computer vision:
Make smart screen adjustments.
The resolution, contrast and glare on your computer screen can wreak havoc on your eyes. You can prevent eye strain and squinting by adjusting your monitor for the highest resolution possible.
- Contrast is the difference in light and dark between the characters and the background—and intense contrast is alarming to your eyes. You should select a contrast that is a comfortable midpoint between bright and dark.
- Glare doesn’t help much, either. If overhead lights or nearby windows are causing glare and reflections that decrease your screen visibility, this can make your eyes tired. To reduce glare, use dimmer switches or window shades. You can also move your computer screen so it’s out of direct sunshine or bright lights.
Just blink.
It might sound silly, but while you’re busy concentrating on your computer task at hand, you may forget to blink. This can cause your eyes to become dry and irritated. “Artificial tear” eye drops can help—just be sure to choose the appropriate kind if you wear contact lenses. If you work from home, you may want to use a humidifier near your desk.
Back away from the computer.
Short, frequent breaks during computer tasks are important to relieve your eye stress. This is especially important if you’re intensely focused on a challenging task. Every 20–30 minutes, it’s important to get up and walk away. Also, allow your eyes to look into the distance (at least 20 feet away) to give them a rest from close-up work.
Check your prescription.
If you wear glasses (especially bifocals) or contact lenses, your prescription may not be quite right for a computer-related reading task. The distance and angle of a computer screen is usually higher up and farther away than when you’re reading a book or newspaper. Simply check with your eye doctor.
Don’t skip your annual eye exam!
It’s important to keep up to date on eye exams. Your eye doctor may recognize symptoms and give pointers for good eye health. Let him or her know if you work frequently with computers to make sure the contact lenses or glasses you wear are the best for computer tasks.
It’s important to take precautions for wellness! By keeping your eyes and body in good health, you’ll be able to continue to perform at your best, without discomfort or injury.
Provided by Meritain Health, Benefits and Wellness Journal, March 27, 2017.
Wellness
What is clean eating?
Clean eating is a balanced diet that focuses on whole grains, fruits, vegetables, fats and protein. It also encourages you to control portion sizes. It doesn’t ban any food groups.
The Eat-Clean principles are:
- Eat six small meals a day.
- Eat breakfast every day, within an hour of getting up.
- Eat lean protein and complex carbohydrates at every meal.
- Have two or three servings of healthy fats every day.
- Get fiber, vitamins, nutrients and enzymes from fresh fruits and vegetables.
- Control your portions.
- Drink two to three liters of water (about 13 8-ounce cups) every day.
This may seem like a lot. Chris recommends picking one principle a week. For example, choose to drink two to three liters of water per day, each day, beginning April 3 and ending April 7. To be successful, track your water consumption in an app such as myfitnesspal or Fitbit.
Find healthy recipes and informative videos on the Blue Cross® Health & Wellness website, powered by WebMD®, to help you improve or add variety to your diet. You can contact our Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan wellness coordinator, Chris Barr, for help locating these resources. He can be reached at cbarr@bcbsm.com, cbarr@nmc.edu, or 313-969-8753. Be well.
Employee Anniversaries
The following employees are celebrating an anniversary soon. Please join us in congratulating them!
Last Day to Drop- Friday, April 7
This Friday, April 7 is the LAST DAY for your students to drop regular 15-week classes. Please encourage those students in your classes who may benefit from exercising this option to check with Student Financial Services prior to dropping. Dropping by Friday means the student receives a ‘W’ on their academic transcript instead of a grade for the class. Questions? Contact a professional advisor in the Advising Center at 5-1040. Thank you!
Registration PUSH!
Join us in promoting Summer and Fall registration this week! 
Remind your students to see their advisor, make a Plan, and get registered for classes before April 7 (our next New Student Orientation). You’ll see monitor announcements, emails, and banners around campus encouraging students to register. Join in to help make this a big registration PUSH for our students! Contact Advising for more tips at advising@nmc.edu
Olivia Gatwood – Spoken word poet
NMC Student Life, NMC Voices and NMC SUGR present: Olivia Gatwood, Wednesday, April 12th, 6 p.m., at the NMC Oleson Center.
Olivia Gatwood is a nationally ranked slam poet, she has received national recognition for her poetry, writing workshops, and work as a Title IX Compliant educator in sexual assault prevention and recovery.
Take Back the Night April 13
NMC’s Office of Student Life in collaboration with NMC Voices and NMC SUGR, will host a Take Back the Night march and rally on April 13th.
The event is free and open to the campus community and general public. Participants will meet at 5 p.m. outside of West Hall on NMC’s main campus to rally and march (march beginning at 5:15 p.m.) to the Hagerty Center.
The march will conclude at the Hagerty Center around 6:30 p.m., where participants will gather for music, conversation, and most importantly, to speak out.
Sexual Assault Awareness Week – April 10-14, 2017
Tuesday, April 11th
- 10 a.m.-1 p.m. – “Ask A Survivor” ft. Natasha Alexenko, West Hall Conference Rm
- 6 p.m. – Self-Defense Class, Oleson Center
Wednesday, April 12th
- 5-7 p.m. – Spoken Word Poet ft. Olivia Gatwood
Thursday, April 13th
- 5 p.m. – Rally and march outside West Hall
- 6:30 p.m. – Speakout begins at the Hagerty Center
Kudos!
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 Mike Torre: The student art show at the Dennos is stunning!
I took my class and it was a joy to see the art, meet the artists, appreciate the awards and watch the pride on the faces of the artist families/teachers.
Bravo Mike and everyone in the art/vis com depts. at NMC!
This is exactly one of the functions the Dennos was intended for…keep this going.
Thank you for working with the area schools to make this happen Mike.
I can’t say enough about how critical these efforts are to the beauty and strength of our place in the world.
Wellness
March is National Nutrition Month. Each week, our Blue Cross® Blue Shield® of Michigan wellness coordinator, Chris Barr, will provide recommendations for weekly goals to help you improve your diet. Always talk to your doctor before making any changes if you are managing a chronic condition.
Tips for meal planning:
- Pick healthy snacks that are ready to eat and require little effort.
- Get the family involved by asking for their favorite meal.
- Stick to steam bags for veggies if raw storage isn’t an option.
- Reward yourself if you stick to the plan all week.
Find healthy recipes and informative videos on the Blue Cross® Health & Wellness website, powered by WebMD®, to help you improve or add variety to your diet. You can contact our Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan wellness coordinator, Chris Barr, for help locating these resources. He can be reached at cbarr@bcbsm.com, cbarr@nmc.edu, or (313) 969-8753.
Be well
Training Troubleshooting Tips
Having difficulty completing FERPA training? Here are some tips:
- Use Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox
(This course is not compatible with Internet Explorer or Safari.) - Course loading issues: try closing out of the training/browser and reopen the browser window. Allow 20-30 seconds for the course to load.
- Pages won’t forward: Be sure to click all tabs/buttons and us scroll bars prior to clicking “Next”
- Training stays in your task list after completing it: Click the browser refresh button. The training should disappear from your Talent Portal “Task List”.
Also:
- Did you know: You can access KnowBe4 Computer and Data Safety training through the NMC Talent Portal? Click on the Learning tile and enroll through the Course Catalog.
Need additional assistance? Contact Human Resources at 995-2612 or hr@nmc.edu.
*Coming soon: Title IX training/refresher training
Received your Retirement & Recognition Reception Invitation?
Wondering who will be honored this year?
The list exists on the NMC Employee Home Page on the left side under “Announcements” as Save the Date: Retirement & Recognition Reception.
Employee Anniversaries
The following employees are celebrating an anniversary soon. Please join us in congratulating them!