Mar 2, 2020 | Intercom, Media Mentions
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.
Is TC Ready For Coronavirus? From Hospitals To Schools To Airports, Local Experts Talk Preparation & Advice
The Ticker, Feb. 29 (more…)
Mar 2, 2020 | Intercom
Make a difference in the lives of your colleagues. Nominate them here: *Staff Excellence Award or *Team Excellence Award!
We are seeking nominations for staff colleagues (full-time, part-time, or supplemental) whose work serves to inspire us all, and who:
- Demonstrate NMC’s Values
- Exhibit commitment “above and beyond” to the NMC mission, vision, values and strategic directions,
- Made a difference at NMC over the past year (2019-2020).
Nominations must be received by Friday, March 20, 2020.
*Recipients will receive a monetary award and an engraved plaque to be awarded on April 22, 2020 at the NMC Retirement and Recognition Reception.
Thank you for helping us recognize the great work of our colleagues!
The Employee Recognition Committee:
- Marcus Bennett
- Hollie DeWalt
- Kim Gourlay
- Scott Herzberg
- Lori Hodek, Chair
- Mark Liebling
- Laura Mashburn
- Taylor Nash
- Susan Odgers
- Nancy Parshall
Feb 28, 2020 | Intercom, Tech Tips
Looking for online training for you and your employees? The NMC Technology Help Desk offers a number of eLearn Modules and Screencast videos covering a wide range of technology topics. Check them out!
Feb 28, 2020 | HR Corner, Intercom
This information is available to you for downloading from the Live Webinar Plan Sponsor Landing Page. The March line-up includes some fantastic topics highlighted below. By the way, the webinars are recorded and available on the live webinar platform for 30 days post event:
UPCOMING HOT TOPICS
Introduction to Social Security
Many people collect Social Security benefits but not all understand how benefits are calculated, how to apply or basic strategies for claiming benefits. Learn the basics about Social Security including eligibility, how to apply, how your benefit is calculated and strategies for claiming benefits.
March 17 at 12 p.m. (ET)
Market proof your retirement*
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).**
March 18 at 12 p.m. (ET)
Understanding Health Savings Accounts (HSAs)
You may know about the tax advantages of contributing to a Health Savings Account (HSA), but did you know that HSAs are also a way to save for health care in retirement? This webinar will help you understand unique aspects of HSAs including how they help account owners to pay for current health care expenses and save for those in the future. We hope that you will join us for this educational event.
March 19 at 12 p.m. (ET)
One important note, please ensure that you only share the following link with NMC employees: www.tiaa.org/webinars. Both TIAA members and non-members can take advantage of the webinars. The registration link has a guest log in.
Feb 28, 2020 | HR Corner, Intercom
Members can opt for paperless Explanation of Benefit forms (EOB’s) by first logging in to their Member Portal, then selecting the “My profile” button in the top right hand corner:
- Select Message & Notification settings from the left hand menu:
- Scroll down until you see the toggle for EOB preferences, where you can elect yes or no.
Feb 26, 2020 | Intercom
Due to sudden and unexpected events, we are disappointed to announce that performances by Nive & The Deer Children on Friday, March 6, 2020 are cancelled.
To follow up on previous ticket purchases, please contact the Dennos Museum directly at (231) 995-1055.
Feb 26, 2020 | Intercom, Student News
UPDATE – The Big Little Hero Race has been canceled due to the COVID-19 crisis.
TRAVERSE CITY — Grab your capes, put on your masks, and join local running legend Tony Anderson for the sixth annual Big Little Hero Race Saturday, April 18 on the main campus of Northwestern Michigan College (NMC).
NMC Professional Communications students host the event as an experiential learning project to benefit Big Brothers Big Sisters of Northwestern Michigan (BBBS), which provides professionally supported mentoring services to at-risk children. This year’s race will honor Traverse City resident Tony Anderson, who will join the field and run his final race before his 51st marathon.
As 2020 marks the end of Anderson’s journey to run a marathon in each state, it represents the start of many children’s own journey alongside a Big Brother or Big Sister. Anderson’s endeavor has raised $500,000 for BBBS.
“Would I run 51 marathons to change the cycle of poverty for one kid? Absolutely, yes. There’s nothing more important than changing the cycle of poverty for one kid,” Anderson said.
With the 2020 event, the Big Little Hero Race is expected to surpass $100,000 in funds raised for BBBS.
All races will begin and finish near the Health & Science Building on NMC’s campus. Options include:
● One mile fun run/walk: Free. All participants will receive a gold cape
● 5K run/walk: $20 for students, $30 for adults
● 10K run: $20 for students, $30 for adults
The costume-encouraged Fun Run will begin at 9 a.m. and is followed by the 5K and 10K which simultaneously start at 9:30 a.m. Register by March 8 to receive a $5 discount and free race T-shirt. To register and for more information, please visit biglittleherorace.com.
Food, a children’s carnival and an awards ceremony will follow the races.
Release date: FEBRUARY 26, 2020
For more information:
Kristy McDonald
NMC Instructor
kmcdonald@nmc.edu
(231) 995-1059
Molly Thomas
Student Marketing Leader
thoma593@mail.nmc.edu
(810) 335-7481
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-discrimination
Feb 26, 2020 | Intercom, Student News
UPDATE – The Big Little Hero Race has been canceled due to the COVID-19 crisis.
TRAVERSE CITY — Grab your capes, put on your masks, and join local running legend Tony Anderson for the sixth annual Big Little Hero Race Saturday, April 18 on the main campus of Northwestern Michigan College (NMC).
NMC Professional Communications students host the event as an experiential learning project to benefit Big Brothers Big Sisters of Northwestern Michigan (BBBS), which provides professionally supported mentoring services to at-risk children. This year’s race will honor Traverse City resident Tony Anderson, who will join the field and run his final race before his 51st marathon.
As 2020 marks the end of Anderson’s journey to run a marathon in each state, it represents the start of many children’s own journey alongside a Big Brother or Big Sister. Anderson’s endeavor has raised $500,000 for BBBS.
“Would I run 51 marathons to change the cycle of poverty for one kid? Absolutely, yes. There’s nothing more important than changing the cycle of poverty for one kid,” Anderson said.
With the 2020 event, the Big Little Hero Race is expected to surpass $100,000 in funds raised for BBBS.
All races will begin and finish near the Health & Science Building on NMC’s campus. Options include:
● One mile fun run/walk: Free. All participants will receive a gold cape
● 5K run/walk: $20 for students, $30 for adults
● 10K run: $20 for students, $30 for adults
The costume-encouraged Fun Run will begin at 9 a.m. and is followed by the 5K and 10K which simultaneously start at 9:30 a.m. Register by March 8 to receive a $5 discount and free race T-shirt. To register and for more information, please visit biglittleherorace.com.
Food, a children’s carnival and an awards ceremony will follow the races.
Release date: FEBRUARY 26, 2020
For more information:
Kristy McDonald
NMC Instructor
kmcdonald@nmc.edu
(231) 995-1059
Molly Thomas
Student Marketing Leader
thoma593@mail.nmc.edu
(810) 335-7481
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-discrimination
Feb 25, 2020 | Intercom, Student News
Monday, March 2, 6:30-8 p.m.
McGuire Community Room
Traverse Area District Library
610 Woodmere Ave, Traverse City, MI
NMC library and TADL collaborative programming, with support from the League of Women Voters – Grand Traverse Area, present a discussion featuring our own Nicco Pandolfi and TADL Director Michele Howard about news and (mis)information online.
The presentation and conversation will focus on how the news ecosystem has evolved, different types of misinformation campaigns, and tools and tips for evaluating information, with time dedicated for discussion.
Feb 25, 2020 | Intercom, Student News
Next week, March 2-6, the Student Success Center will have fur friends to help you stay calm through midterms!
The dogs will be here as follows:
- Monday: 9:30-11 a.m., 1-3 p.m.
- Tuesday: 10 a.m.-Noon
- Wednesday: 3-5 p.m.
- Thursday: 8-10 a.m.
- Friday: 9-10 a.m.
Feb 24, 2020 | Intercom, Student News
6-9 PM, Friday, March 13 at JCPenney in the Grand Traverse Mall
GVSU and JCPenney team up to offer up to 60% off select career dress apparel, shoes & accessories with coupon available at the event , which is open to all GVSU, NMC and University Center students and alumni.
Student ID required.
FREE mini makeover & sample from Sephora.
Feb 24, 2020 | Intercom, Tech Tips
Here are some more keyboard shortcuts to help you swiftly format or edit your documents when using programs such as Google Docs or Microsoft Office.
Feb 24, 2020 | Intercom, President Updates
So, here we are, at the fifth of the “Five Behaviors of Cohesive Teams.” What brings us here? The ultimate goal of building greater trust, conflict, commitment and accountability is one thing—achieving greater results as a team. In the case of NMC, we don’t seek to realize results for results sake, nor for a profit motive. We’re driven by a community centered – community serving purpose, and a mission focused on supporting student transformation and success. (more…)
Feb 24, 2020 | Intercom, Media Mentions
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.
New NMC president gets to know area in whirlwind of meetings
Record-Eagle, Feb. 20
(more…)
Feb 24, 2020 | Intercom, Student News
The NMC Bookstore will be closed Tuesday, March 10 as the Health & Science Building atrium is being used as a polling place for the Presidential Primary Election. The bookstore will reopen at 8:30 a.m. Wednesday, March 11.
Feb 24, 2020 | HR Corner, Intercom
HR has made some updates to the PAS. Please find the updated form in the forms section of the NMC website. NMC Home Page > Forms (top banner) > Human Resources > Payroll > Personnel Action Sheet.
This form should be used for all change requests that impact an employee’s pay or position. It will also replace the use of the “Additional Pay Authorization” form.
Feb 24, 2020 | HR Corner, Intercom
Priority Health has a rewards program that gives you a monetary reward for choosing the best value option.
Log into your Priority Health online account.
.Choose the MY HEALTH CARE tab at the top > Cost Estimator
Here is some information about the Rewards Program.
Feb 24, 2020 | HR Corner, Intercom
KUDOS- (praise or respect that you get because of something you have done or achieved) defined by Merriam-Webster.com
Submit a Kudos here. (more…)
