Thank you…

Joan Richmond would like to thank the NMC family for their thoughts during her difficult time in the loss of her father. (more…)

Last chance to RSVP!

April 1 is the deadline to RSVP for the annual Retirement & Recognition Reception. The event will be from 4:30 to 7:00 pm (program begins at 5:00) on Thursday, April 10 at Hagerty Center.

Please contact Cheri Paul in Human Resources to convey your attendance plans – cpaul@nmc.edu or 995-1026.

Thank you.

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NMC Alumni Art Show features more than 30 former students

ArtMany prominent alumni of the art department of Northwestern Michigan College will have their works displayed this spring at a one of a kind exhibition, hosted at The Traverse City Art and Design Studio from March 29 through May 31.

“Three Decades of Art of NMC” has been made possible by the efforts of NMC Professor Emeritus Paul Welch.  Seeking to find an outlet for all of the great art, and great artists, produced by the college, Welch, who served as the chair of the NMC Art Department for more than 30 years, came up with the idea of an alumni art show.  The support of community partners has helped bring that idea to life.

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Welcome to NMC Hollie!

Hollie Dewalt Updated PhotoHollie DeWalt joined NMC on March 24, 2014 as the Total Rewards Coordinator in the Human Resources department. She can be reached at (231) 995-1350 or hdewalt@nmc.edu.

Hollie is originally from Pennsylvania, but has lived in Traverse City for about 10 years.  She holds a Masters in Human Resource Management from Central Michigan University. Hollie was previously employed by Grand Traverse County Commission on Aging as the Deputy Director, and also worked for Conflict Resolution Services, an organization providing an array of mediation services.  She just celebrated 23 years of marriage to her husband Pat, and they have two teenage sons.  Hollie enjoys spending time with family and friends, reading, boating, camping, and traveling.  She is also a board member for the Women’s Resources Center, where she volunteers some of her time and expertise. (more…)

Campus Dining’s Spring Break hours

Spring Break Hours for campus dining services:

On March 28 only the Northwest Grind will be open from 7 a.m. till 2 p.m.
All campus dining will be closed until April 6, when they will reopen from 11 a.m. till 7 p.m.
Full schedule of normal operations will resume on April 7.

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2014 BBQ projects selected

bbqlogo-intercomThe Northwestern Michigan College Barbecue Board has selected the college programs that will share more than $44,000 in funding from the 59th annual Barbecue, set for May 18 on main campus.

College employees submit proposals for Barbecue funds to support program and equipment needs, contingent on funds raised that day. A subcommittee reviews and recommends proposals to the Barbecue Board, a group of 25 community volunteers. (more…)

Global Literature Reading Group book- Copies still available!

orphan+master-180x180If you haven’t yet, you need to pick up the new Global Literature Reading Group book, The Orphan Master’s Son, by Adam Johnson. It provides a glimpse into the bizarre world of modern day North Korea.  Huffington Post calls it “an incredibly vivid page-turner of a novel…Romance, coming-of-age tale, adventure and thriller all in one, this book is singular and not to be missed.”

A book discussion will be held on Friday, April 25, 2014, from noon to 1:30 in the West Hall Conference Room.  Copies of the book are available from Tina Ulrich in the library for the subsidized price of $5.  For more information, contact Tina at tulrich@nmc.edu or 995-1063. (more…)

Welcome to NMC, Tracie!

Holka, TracieTracie Holka joined NMC on February 18, 2014 as an Accounting Assistant. She can be reached at (231) 995-2118 or twooden@nmc.edu.

Tracie has lived in Northern Michigan her entire life.  She attended NMC, earning an Associates in Business Management and an Associates in Accounting. Tracie was a general manger (GM) at her previous job for almost 16 years. She joined the NMC family last July in the Student Financial Services Office before transitioning to her current position as Accounting Assistant.  Tracie has two children Ellie, 9 and Max, 5.  They love hitting the pool, biking, going to the movies and bowling.

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