Spooky savings at the Bookstore!
Stop by the bookstore in your costume on Halloween for 31% off one apparel item!
Voya Accounts- schedule an account review
Participants in the State of Michigan 401(k) and 457 Plans with Voya can schedule an account review here if you are interested. This will allow you to make informed decisions about your retirement account.
If you have questions or need assistance registering, please call (517) 284-4422.
Board of Trustees regular meeting
The NMC Board of Trustees will hold its regular monthly meeting Monday, Oct. 21 at 5:30 p.m. in Timothy J. Nelson Innovation Center, Room 106/107. More information is available here.
For more information, please contact the President’s office at (231) 995-1010.
Kudos!
Klohie Roche; Klohie initiated, arranged, and managed the Fall semester Wing Ceremony for the Aviation Division. This ceremony is to celebrate the achievement of the pilots who complete the program. Klohie took on a huge responsibility including scheduling the ceremony, managing all of the attendees and their guests, ordering the food and decorations, and managing a small group of volunteers to make it all happen. She did all of this on her own time outside her normal duties as a Flight Instructor for the program. Today I saw all of the hard work come together as the final setup was completed for the ceremony.
Kaitlyn DeBoer; Kaitlyn was wandering by when a huge order came in for the NMC Food Pantry. She stepped up and helped for an hour to haul, unpack, and shelve various foods and hygiene products for our students. Thank you, Kaitlyn, for your impromptu help!
Records and Registration; Kudos to the Records and Registration department for their work to prepare the Spring and Summer schedules and configure Banner for registration next week. We are ready to go!
Student Government Association; Kudos to the SGA for their work. They are an open and welcoming group that provides opportunities for all students to get involved. We appreciate them.
Frank Jabour; I would like to give kudos to Frank Jabour for bringing home the Aviation Division’s newest airplane. Frank sacrificed his weekend and time away from home to fly to Kansas to bring home our airplane. He and the Assistant Chief Flight Instructor navigated challenging weather and demonstrated safe and effective risk management strategies to help the program grow. Thank you Frank!
Bilal Sheikh; I would like to give kudos to Bilal Sheikh for bringing home the Aviation Division’s newest airplane. Bilal sacrificed his weekend and time away from home to fly to Kansas to bring home our airplane. He and the Chief Flight Instructor navigated challenging weather and demonstrated safe and effective risk management strategies to help the program grow. Thank you Bilal!
Marcus Bennett and Ali Thornton; Thank you to Marcus Bennett and Ali Thornton for facilitating the Book Read: Understanding Jim Crow. The questions and discussions among the group were thoughtful and insightful. I hope NMC provides more opportunities for book discussions like this!
Experts suggest maintaining an “attitude of gratitude” increases positivity for yourself and for others. Please encourage your colleagues by submitting a KUDOS. Let them know you appreciate their hard work and are thinking of them!
Welcome our newest hires
These employees recently started working at the college. Let’s welcome them to the NMC community!
- Devin Dunlap – Student – Residence Hall Front Desk
- Annabelle Christopher – Student – Student Life Office Assistant
- Shelbie Gray – Student – Enrollment Services Office Assistant
- Ryan Bredahl – Supplemental – Kitchen & Dining Room Help at Lobdells
- Jacob Barley – Student – Engineering Technology Lab Assistant
- Noah Thomas – Student – Aviation Line Crew
NMC Mobile Food Pantry – Preliminary results of our first three distributions
Since early September, NMC has hosted three mobile food pantries. We would like to share some preliminary data from our first six weeks of operation. Pantries are offered twice monthly on Mondays, from 3–5 p.m. in the Maple Lot of NMC’s main campus. Those who show up are provided about 7–10 days worth of fresh foods and perishable goods, or what they need for their household. We serve both drive-thru and walk-thru participants.
Mobile Pantry Distribution Statistics:
|
Date |
Lbs. Distributed |
Households |
Individuals Served |
% served NMC affiliated households |
|
Sept 9 |
4529 |
93 |
233 (inc. 103 children) |
70% (65/93) |
|
Sept 23 |
4085 |
69 |
220 (inc. 84 children 29 sr., 4 veterans) |
70% (48/69) |
|
Oct 7 |
2984 |
96 |
230 (inc. 101 children, 24 seniors, 4 veterans) |
74% (71/96) |
We have four more distributions in 2024: October 28th, November 4th and 25th, and December 2nd. In the spring, NMC will host distributions on January 20th, February 3rd and 24th, March 3rd and 17th, and April 7th and 21st. These will all be on Mondays, 3–5 p.m., in the Maple Lot.
Student Health Services 2024 flu clinics
Flu season is upon us once again and Student Health Services will be hosting three more flu clinics this Fall. As a reminder, we are located in the Les Biederman Building, room 106 on the Front Street campus.
Our three clinics are as follows:
- Wednesday, Oct. 23, from 2–3 p.m.
- Monday, Oct. 28, from 1–2 p.m.
- Tuesday, Oct. 29, from 1–2 p.m.
If you can’t make these dates please call us at (231) 995-1255 to schedule an appointment; we have limited walk-in availability.
For students the price of a flu shot is $15 and for staff without NMC insurance the cost is $20.
Study Abroad Photo Contest & Scottish Band!
Visit the hallway of the Timothy J. Nelson Innovation Center to see the winning photographs from the Study Abroad 2024 experiences. You will get to vote on your favorite animal. These animals were photographed on Study Abroad trips to India, Costa Rica, Ireland, Switzerland and Brazil.
Stroll on over to Room 106 to listen to a Scottish band from noon to 1 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 23.
The Case for Christ movie showing
Movie Night 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 19, Fine Arts Auditorium, Free Admission, sponsored by Ratio Christi.
Text (260) 580-2722 for details.
Thanks to the CIE and PDI
Thanks to the Center for Instructional Excellence and the Professional Development Institute, who have teamed up to offer a full day of professional development tomorrow. Check out the schedule here and enjoy the day of Creating a Caring and Connected Community.
Who’s been a Hawk Owl Helper or Hero for you? Let us know at publicrelations@nmc.edu!
Media mentions for October 14, 2024
The following college events and stories have appeared in the media recently. 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 NMC Library.
ENTERING THE DRONE ZONE: Drug delivery via uncrewed aircraft
Record-Eagle, Oct. 13
DroneXL, Oct. 13 (more…)
Upcoming Extended Education classes for employees – Oct. 14
Did you know that your tuition waiver benefits extend beyond credit classes? Take a fitness class, learn a new hobby, or even enjoy a date night with your partner. Check out these upcoming classes! Place the class in your shopping cart in order to see the discount. Need help setting up your profile? Look for “EES” in the Help Desk drop down menu.
Family Dinner Fun
Ready to trade the drive-thru for delicious, healthy creations? Through sizzling, chopping, and simmering, you’ll discover how quick and easy it is to make healthier versions of your favorite fast foods.
Saturday, October 19; 10a – 12p
Employee price: $46 for two people (public price: $125)
Fantastic Tofu
Unlock the potential of tofu! This hands-on class will transform you from tofu skeptic to tofu enthusiast. Learn essential techniques to achieve perfectly crispy or melt-in-your-mouth textures.
Tuesday, October 22; 6 – 8:30p
Employee price: $37 per person, includes a beverage (public price: $125)
Mixed Media Art: Fiber Focused
This class explores various mixed media techniques involving fiber. Under the tutelage of artist Amber Coulter, participants will work with gelli plates, stencils, paints, inks, and handmade stamps and incorporate fabric in many forms.
4 sessions; Fridays, November 1 – 22; 10a – 12p
Employee price: $32 (public price: $99)
Need help setting up your profile? Look for “EES” in the Help Desk drop down menu.
On the menu: Hawk Owl Café specials for Oct. 14–18
The Hawk Owl Café serves specials daily on Monday through Friday from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. and 4:40–6 p.m. The protein option is $9.99 and the vegetarian option is $7.99.
Monday, October 14
Orange Chicken & Broccoli Bowl with mandarin oranges and ramen served with rice & Bosco sticks
Tofu & Broccoli Bowl (V) with mandarin oranges and ramen served with rice & Bosco sticks
Tuesday, October 15
Professional Development Day – No Special
Open 11 a.m.–6 p.m.
Wednesday, October 16
Spaghetti & Meatballs with marinara sauce and parmesan served with garlic bread & broccoli
Roasted Vegetables (V) with marinara sauce and parmesan served with garlic bread & broccoli
Thursday, October 17
Breakfast for Dinner!
French Toast Sticks with Syrup
Sausage Patties
Veggie Egg Strata (V)
Fresh Fruit
Friday, October 18
Beer-Battered Cod Sandwich with tartar sauce served with creamy coleslaw & French fries
BBQ Jackfruit (V) with brioche bun served with creamy coleslaw & French fries
Board of Trustees audit committee meeting
The NMC Board of Trustees will hold its regular monthly meeting Monday, Oct. 21 at 5:30 p.m. in Timothy J. Nelson Innovation Center, Room 106/107. More information is available here.
For more information, please contact the President’s office at (231) 995-1010.
NMC Employee Discounts at Local Businesses
- Performance Plus Oil Change — Show NMC ID for 10% off all services
- ABC Warehouse — Show NMC ID to receive their employee discount
Dental plan providers
Are you covered under NMC’s Dental Plan with Blue Cross? Please find the current list of in-network providers here.
Lactation Spaces
Lactation Spaces have been identified at NMC campuses for your use if needed. Please contact HR with any questions or further need for support.
Welcome our newest hires
These employees recently started working at the college. Let’s welcome them to the NMC community!
- Jake Renguso – Student – Switchboard Operator & Innovation Center Welcome Desk Attendant
- Rachel Hadley – Supplemental – Nurse
- Katelynn Probert – Supplemental – Banquet Server
- Chuck Cleghorn – Supplemental – Neurodiversity Peer Mentor
- Derek Hampel – Supplemental – Kitchen & Dining Room Help at Lobdells
- Veronica Boals – Student – Audio Tech Lab Assistant
- Arriam Windish – Student – Audio Tech Lab Assistant
- Waleed Khalaf – Student – Aviation Line Crew