Read about what our Training Services team is up to including upcoming classes that you may be able to take for free using the tuition reimbursement benefit: https://mailchi.mp/nmc/nmc-training-services-june-2019-newsletter
This month’s topics include the Michigan Lean Conference, Industry 4.0 and Lean Principles, A Spike in Skilled Trades, Shoreline Fruit, upcoming workshops and more!
Tuesday- June 11- 3-4 p.m.
Market proof your retirement
Throughout your career, you probably heard repeatedly how important saving for retirement is. However, as the day approaches, there are additional questions you’ll have to ask yourself. Am I overexposed to market losses? Will I outlive my money? Am I confident that I can retire on my terms? In retirement—and the years leading up to it—protecting your savings becomes just as important as growing it. Join us to learn how to create your own personal pension* with TIAA Traditional, offered by Teachers Insurance and Annuity Association of America (TIAA).
Click Here for more information and to register!
Engage your Senses on a Well Being Walk
Please Join Well-Being Coordinator- Marissa Jarrett on a wellness walk engaging the senses!
June 4, 2019
TED Talk- Happy Secrets to Better Work
June 17, 2019
Join Marissa as she shares a TED talk and discussion on why Happy Workplaces are the most productive and successful. Presentations will be scheduled on several campuses- details to follow!
The library has purchased many new books so far this year. You can view a handful here along with descriptions or go here to see the full listing. These books are on display in the library’s lobby.
TRAVERSE CITY — More than 500 young anglers are expected at the fourteenth annual Rotary Kids Free Fishing Day, set for 9 a.m.- 1 p.m. Saturday, June 15 at NMC’s Great Lakes Campus, 715 E Front St., Traverse City.
This is a free event for kids to fish with the help of caring community volunteers. It is a collaborative event, offered to the community since 2006 by several partner organizations. Last year, more than 500 kids participated. This year, even more kids are expected to hook one of the 750 rainbow trout to be stocked in in the Great Lakes Campus harbor.
More than 60 volunteers assist with equipment set-up, fish cleaning, and kids’ safety. The event also features fish painting by the Great Lakes Children’s Museum, free pizza and new this year the GOREC ~ Greilick Outdoor Recreation & Education Center’s — Mobile Fishing Camp. U.S. Coast Guard Air Station Traverse City will perform an air rescue by helicopter demonstration (as scheduling allows).
Christopher DeGood
Kids Free Fishing Day Committee
cdegood@bria2.com
Mobile: 231.420.5601
Long known as a smart financial choice, NMC is increasingly simply the smart choice, as determined by students well-positioned to know best.
So far, 13 valedictorians and 3 salutatorians from northern Michigan’s Class of 2019 have been admitted to NMC for fall. More than 120 students have a grade point average of 3.9 or better, on a 4.0 scale.
“We’ve had a good run this year,” said Cathryn Claerhout, director of admissions. “We’ve got people who are not (just) looking at us to save money, it’s because we’ve got their program.”
Manton High School valedictorian Isabela Bivens (left) is one. She also received the Founder’s Scholarship, worth $8,000. Bivens is member of the National Honor Society who runs cross country and track and field, has a black belt in tae kwon do and works as an assistant martial arts instructor and on a farm. Her older sister Catherine attended NMC, too, and her positive experience also influenced Bivens.
“I know she was challenged there so I’m pretty excited to go,” she said, adding she plans to take general classes, perhaps focusing on sciences.
Ellsworth High School valedictorian Kevin Dickinson (right) is likewise following in a sibling’s footsteps. His brother Roger graduated with a degree in visual communications in 2016. Dickinson considered attending a four-year school but decided he’d prefer to stay closer to home. Like Bivens, his favorite subject is math and he’s a member of the National Honor Society. Dickinson also plays basketball and participates in Little Buddies, a mentoring program with the local elementary school.
“We hang out with them and try to be a good influence on them,” said Dickinson, who will study creative writing at NMC.
There’s still time to apply and register for fall classes. Upcoming orientation dates are June 10 and 25. Sign up here.
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.
Education newsmakers: Faculty excellence award winners
Record-Eagle, May 27
NMC faculty, administration remain at odds over salaries
Record-Eagle, May 27
Edsons receive award
Record-Eagle, May 26
Matching milestones: Mother, son graduate together
Record-Eagle, May 26
NMC names 2019 honorees of highest honor
Ticker, May 25
It’s a wrap: for real, this time
Record-Eagle, May 24
NMC names three outstanding alumni
Ticker, May 22
Record-Eagle, May 22
NMC inks articulation agreements with LSSU, MTU
Record-Eagle, May 22
Enrollment slide continues at NMC
Record-Eagle, May 22
Presidential profile approved by NMC Board
Record-Eagle, May 21
NMC Barbecue coverage
UpNorthLive, May 20
TV 9 & 10, May 19
NMC barbecue to be held Sunday
UpNorthLive May 19
Record-Eagle, May 16
May Newsletter- Click here
Did you receive your $50 e-gift card yet?
This is a reminder that the physician qualification form and health assessment are due on May 31, 2019, for those employees enrolled in Blue Cross with NMC.
If you have already completed your requirements, please make sure you check your Rewards page on your BCHW portal to verify you received credit for your activities. In order to receive credit and earn your $50 e-gift card for your completed activities, you must have a registered account on bcbsm.com.
Check out the instructions under “Challenges” on the Wellness page here.
This year’s Smart Commute Week is June 3-7! The week consists of events that promote cycling, walking, taking the bus and carpooling. Smart Commute is for everyone. Free daily breakfasts are hosted at various locations around town for smart commuters. NMC will be hosting a breakfast stop at The Dennos on Tuesday, June 4 from 7-9 a.m.!
Every year community members challenge each other to a friendly competition known as the Smart Commute Week Challenge. Last year NMC came in 7th place and we hope you join the team this year and help us reach the top!
To join NMC’s Smart Commute team, fill out the brief Google Doc form here.
The following employees are celebrating an anniversary soon. Please join us in congratulating them! (more…)
Are you looking for career opportunities? Find them here! jobs.nmc.edu. (more…)
Thank you all for everything you do in pursuit of “Keeping Learning at the Center.”
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…)
Watch out for SMISHING Attacks – Fraudulent texts delivered directly to your phone! Read more here!
College for Kids summer classes are filling fast. View the available classes for ages 3 to 17 HERE then call Extended Education at 995-1700 to enroll; employee tuition waivers apply. One-week enrichment classes begin June 17 and continue all summer. Details at nmc.edu/kids.
The Business Office and HR are collaborating with IT to implement a new payroll and HR solution for the College called ADP Workforce Now. The conversion will take place later this summer and impacts all employees. ADP replaces Banner Self-Service’s platform for viewing info such as pay history, leave balances, tax forms, and other personal information. It will also change the way we enter and approve hours worked, and how we request and approve time off. More information on the platform and training will be provided at a later date.
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.
Art and culture summit, network bring organizations together
Record-Eagle, May 17
NMC culinary students compete for scholarship with small plate creations
Record-Eagle, May 18
The Towne Plaza
Northern Express, May 18
New agreement allows NMC, LSSU to collaborate
UpNorthLive, May 2
Operational continuity is a second, but critical, priority. As initial responses are completed, Emergency Management Team staff will focus on operational continuity planning by developing an assessment of damage, program disruptions, and other continuity problems. As the complete assessment emerges, Emergency Management Team staff will identify and recommend the most effective recovery plan for the College. If possible, academic programs and basic services will be resumed immediately.
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Celebrating her 30+ year career at NMC, Sue served the college over the years in the Health Occupations Office, the Deans Office, the Vice President’s Office and the Business Academic Area. Join us in seeing her off on life’s next adventure!
Sue DeCamillis’ Retirement Celebration
Lobdell’s – 715 E. Front Street
Tuesday, May 21, 2019
Open House 4–6 p.m.