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…)
The Community College Skilled Trades Equipment Program invites the public to join them for a community open house on October 9 from 5:30-8:00 p.m. at the Aero Park Campus, Parsons-Stulen Building at 2600 Aero Park Drive, Traverse City. The open house will feature projects such as:
Join us for an opportunity to tour some of the most sophisticated technology in the country. This event will celebrate the state of Michigan’s recognition of NMC as a leader in talent development.
For those departments wanting to get a head start on their FY’17 Operational Plan A3’s, revised templates are now available on the ORPE intranet site. Look for them here:
https://intranet.nmc.edu/depts/orpe/planning/support-toolbox/templates.html
The Dennos Museum Center at Northwestern Michigan College, in partnership with many educational organizations and businesses throughout the region, presents The Big Draw – Grand Traverse. This series of events in October 2015 will showcase the regional arts scene and celebrate drawing for all ages and abilities. This year’s theme, Every Drawing Tells a Story, will provide a chance to highlight local illustrators and storytellers along with drawing. (more…)
Join us Monday, Oct. 12 from 7:00-9:00 p.m. at the Milliken Auditorium for a night of music to celebrate Indigenous Peoples Day. Larry Plamondon will serve as emcee. (more…)
Join us for the first ever NMC Indigenous Peoples Tradition Pow Wow on Saturday, Oct. 10 from 10 a.m. – 9:30 p.m. at Traverse City Central High School. Event is FREE! Grand Entry will take place at 1:00 & 7:00 p.m. with an intermission at 4:30 p.m.
For more info contact the NMC Native American Student Organization: tparker@nmc.edu or (231) 995-3025 (more…)
The Training Services September 2015 Newsletter is here! Metrics, Visual Management and Huddles to Drive Continuous Improvement, 5 technologies to increase productivity, check out upcoming training workshops and more! Check it out here.
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The library has purchased many new books so far this new year. You can view a handful here or click here to see the full listing. These books are on display in the lobby of the library’s lobby. (more…)
TRAVERSE CITY — More than 30 university representatives will be on NMC’s campus from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. October 13 to talk with students, staff and faculty about their programs and the transfer process. The university representatives will be located in the lobby of the Science/Math Building and in West Hall.
Students have the opportunity to discuss transfer requirements and get information on degrees available at a variety of schools without having to travel to each university. Bring questions and explore your options!
Advising Center
Osterlin Building, main level
(231) 995-1040
advising@nmc.edu
TRAVERSE CITY — Did you study or work at Northwestern Michigan College between 1951 and 1976?
You are invited to celebrate the first 25 years of the College’s history in photos and to help build the Osterlin Library Archives’ knowledge of memorabilia from this period at an Open House Sunday, Oct. 25 at the NMC Osterlin Library. This event is hosted by the NMC Alumni Relations program at the Foundation.
The Open House will be from 1 to 4 p.m., with light refreshments, historic video viewings and a special presentation at 2 p.m. This will include time for you to reconnect with former classmates and professors, and to share their NMC memories with the group.
Photos from the first 25 years that are in need of identification will be on hand for you to review and add your first-hand knowledge to the Archives.
Please also consider bringing NMC photos you would like to donate to the Archives.
RSVP by calling (231) 995-1021 or e-mailing alumni@nmc.edu.
Call (231) 995-1021 or e-mail alumni@nmc.edu.
Join your colleagues for a discussion of what education has been, what it is, and what it should be, as well as what all the changes mean for us as practitioners of the art of teaching.
DATE: Friday, Oct. 2
TIME: Noon-1:30 p.m.
LOCATION: Founders Hall 110
LUNCH: Provided, good conversation guaranteed
RSVP: By Monday, Sept. 28 to rkucera@nmc.edu
Join the conversation.
The Center for Instructional Excellence supports student learning by encouraging faculty-driven initiatives, promoting development of faculty knowledge, and recognizing the achievement of excellence.
No appointment necessary! Flu clinics offered in the Student Health Services office, Biederman Building, room 106. CALL 995-1255 with questions.
The Dennos Museum Center at Northwestern Michigan College will present Janice Keegan’s CD release concert for Firedance on Saturday October 10, 2015 at 8:00 in the Milliken Auditorium of the Dennos Museum Center. Tickets for the concert are $23 in advance ($20 for museum members) and $26 at the door. Call the Milliken Auditorium Box office at 231-995-1553 or MyNorthTickets: 800-836-0717 for tickets or purchase on line at www.dennosmuseum.org. (more…)
Are you looking for career opportunities? Find it here! jobs.nmc.edu. Current openings include:
Nursing Instructor – Mental Health
Curriculum and Instructional Designer
Supplemental Banquet Cook
Supplemental Banquet Server
Supplemental Banquet Bartender
Supplemental Instructional Technology Assistant
Supplemental Test Proctor/Student Success Coach (more…)
Save the Dates for Open Enrollment!
Friday- November 13– choose one of two information meetings:
Nov 13-Nov 25– Open Enrollment Window
Nov 18- Computer Lab for assistance (more…)
The following employees are celebrating an anniversary soon. Please join us in congratulating them! (more…)
The Davenport University Community College Employee Scholarship is available to full-time professors, counselors, administrators and staff and provides coverage for tuition for one class per year, including online and in-seat classes at the graduate or undergraduate-level. Funding is limited, so please contact Randy at 995-1845. Davenport University’s academic schedule is available at www.davenport.edu/ClassSearch and classes are available starting October 28! (more…)
Community College Week and NISOD are proud to announce the opening of the 2016 Scott Wright Student Essay Contest. Three winning student authors will each receive a $1,000 check!
Students at NISOD member colleges are invited to describe a faculty member, staff member, or administrator who encouraged him or her to reach a goal. The faculty members, staff members, or administrators featured in the winning essays will also receive a $1,000 check.
For additional details visit www.nisod.org/studentessaycontest or contact Jenni Peters at jenni@nisod.org or (512) 471-7545. (more…)