Dec 4, 2015 | Intercom
You will be receiving Form 1095-C from NMC this year to file with your taxes. This is a requirement of the IRS under the Affordable Health Care Act. This form will allow you to report required information about the health insurance coverage offered to you by NMC.
The form will be provided to you by the end of January, so you can use it in the preparation of your 2015 taxes. You will have an option of electronic delivery or paper copy, just as you do for delivery of your W-2. (more…)
Dec 4, 2015 | Intercom
Kudos- Praise or respect that you get because of something you have done or achieved. (defined by Merriam-Webster.com)
Kudos to the following people and departments! If you know of co-workers who are going above and beyond, nominate them for kudos here! (more…)
Dec 4, 2015 | Student News
Student jobs can be found on the Student MyNMC page under “Jobs On Campus.”
Lab Assistant – Biology
Tutor
White Pine Press Staff (more…)
Dec 4, 2015 | Intercom
The following employees are celebrating an anniversary soon. Please join us in congratulating them! (more…)
Dec 2, 2015 | Intercom, Student News
Therapy Dogs are returning to NMC Library during Finals Week! Come see them:
- Monday, December 14, 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.
- Tuesday, December 15, 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Come in for a stress-reducing cuddle! (more…)
Dec 2, 2015 | Intercom, Student News
Join us at the Hawk Owl Cafe on the Monday of finals week (December 14) for brinner- breakfast for dinner from 6:30-8:30 p.m. YUM! (more…)
Dec 2, 2015 | Intercom, Student News
Taco Day will be Tuesday, December 15 at the Hawk Owl Cafe! Join us for these great deals on 1,2,or 3 tacos with a side of rice and beans!
1 Taco & Sides : $4.99
2 Tacos & Sides $5.99
3 Tacos & Sides $6.99 (more…)
Dec 2, 2015 | Intercom, Student News
December 2, 2015
The Accidentals are used to getting shout-outs, from the likes of Billboard Magazine, music festival insiders, and, of course, the audiences who flock to their rootsy, genre-bending shows.
But back home in Traverse City, where they’ve just returned from a West Coast tour swing, Savannah Buist, 20, and Katie Larson, 19, have saved up some shout-outs of their own.
Like to the entire NMC music department, which last year helped Buist score one of The Accidentals’ songs for performance by the 72-piece Traverse Symphony Orchestra. A violinist herself, Buist recalls adjunct instructor Mike Hunter’s comment about her original arrangement for the horn section.
“ ‘You forgot to let them breathe,’ ” she said, with a laugh. With the assistance of Hunter, Dorothy Vogel, Scott Sorenson, Laurie Sears and others, however, the Accidentals and the TSO pulled off the piece.
Buist and Larson have barely had time to breathe themselves this year, playing 230 shows along with recording and touring drummer Michael Dause. Even at home they’ll stay busy, like with a live performance on radio station WNMC at 2 p.m. Thursday. (Buist also guest-DJs for the station late nights when she can.)
Described by one music blogger as “the best unsigned band in America,” both Buist and Larson’s vocal resumes include singing in the NMC Children’s Choir. Larson, chiefly a cellist, recalls her nervousness at auditioning a cappella. She did it, though, and said the lesson is still relevant to the Accidentals.
“The thing that has gotten us this far is pushing out of the comfort zone,” she said.
Instructor Patrick Niemisto, who worked one-on-one with Buist when she was in the Audio Tech program, recalled her enthusiasm for learning. Even though she already played violin, bass and piano, she was interested in learning mandolin from him. (Between them, the Accidentals play a dozen instruments.)
“We would swap tunes, and improvise over the top of things,” he said. “I learned as much from her as she did from me.”
After meeting at Traverse City West High School, the pair transferred to the Interlochen Center for the Arts. Buist graduated in 2013 and Larson in 2014. Buist then earned an Audio Technology certificate at NMC before they decided to pause their formal educations to dedicate themselves full-time to The Accidentals.
“It was really a hard decision not to go to school,” said Larson, who described them as “obsessed with reading and learning and research.”
On the other hand, focusing exclusively on music has paid off.
“It’s been amazing to see what kind of success you get,” Larson said.
At the top of their 2016 goal list is a new album. Then, they hope to return to some of the cities where their fan base is strongest. That would include Traverse City, where the love is mutual.
“Anything in Traverse City has had some part in shaping who we are,” said Larson.
Dec 2, 2015 | Intercom
There is no denying that the holiday season is here. Work and family obligations can seem overwhelming. Even the most disciplined, health conscious person can fall off the wagon and pack on pounds when holiday stress strikes. Colorful cookies and candies lingering around the office and at home can make the New Year feel a little – heavy.
Here are some strategies to fend off holiday bulge and still enjoy the season. (more…)
Dec 2, 2015 | Intercom, Welcome to NMC
Please join us in welcoming these new additions to our NMC staff! (more…)
Dec 2, 2015 | Intercom, Student News
December 2, 2015
The Accidentals are used to getting shout-outs, from the likes of Billboard Magazine, music festival insiders, and, of course, the audiences who flock to their rootsy, genre-bending shows.
But back home in Traverse City, where they’ve just returned from a West Coast tour swing, Savannah Buist, 20, and Katie Larson, 19, have saved up some shout-outs of their own.
Like to the entire NMC music department, which last year helped Buist score one of The Accidentals’ songs for performance by the 72-piece Traverse Symphony Orchestra. A violinist herself, Buist recalls adjunct instructor Mike Hunter’s comment about her original arrangement for the horn section.
“ ‘You forgot to let them breathe,’ ” she said, with a laugh. With the assistance of Hunter, Dorothy Vogel, Scott Sorenson, Laurie Sears and others, however, the Accidentals and the TSO pulled off the piece.
Buist and Larson have barely had time to breathe themselves this year, playing 230 shows along with recording and touring drummer Michael Dause. Even at home they’ll stay busy, like with a live performance on radio station WNMC at 2 p.m. Thursday. (Buist also guest-DJs for the station late nights when she can.)
Described by one music blogger as “the best unsigned band in America,” both Buist and Larson’s vocal resumes include singing in the NMC Children’s Choir. Larson, chiefly a cellist, recalls her nervousness at auditioning a cappella. She did it, though, and said the lesson is still relevant to the Accidentals.
“The thing that has gotten us this far is pushing out of the comfort zone,” she said.
Instructor Patrick Niemisto, who worked one-on-one with Buist when she was in the Audio Tech program, recalled her enthusiasm for learning. Even though she already played violin, bass and piano, she was interested in learning mandolin from him. (Between them, the Accidentals play a dozen instruments.)
“We would swap tunes, and improvise over the top of things,” he said. “I learned as much from her as she did from me.”
After meeting at Traverse City West High School, the pair transferred to the Interlochen Center for the Arts. Buist graduated in 2013 and Larson in 2014. Buist then earned an Audio Technology certificate at NMC before they decided to pause their formal educations to dedicate themselves full-time to The Accidentals.
“It was really a hard decision not to go to school,” said Larson, who described them as “obsessed with reading and learning and research.”
On the other hand, focusing exclusively on music has paid off.
“It’s been amazing to see what kind of success you get,” Larson said.
At the top of their 2016 goal list is a new album. Then, they hope to return to some of the cities where their fan base is strongest. That would include Traverse City, where the love is mutual.
“Anything in Traverse City has had some part in shaping who we are,” said Larson.
Dec 2, 2015 | Intercom, Student News
December 2, 2015
The Accidentals are used to getting shout-outs, from the likes of Billboard Magazine, music festival insiders, and, of course, the audiences who flock to their rootsy, genre-bending shows.
But back home in Traverse City, where they’ve just returned from a West Coast tour swing, Savannah Buist, 20, and Katie Larson, 19, have saved up some shout-outs of their own.
Like to the entire NMC music department, which last year helped Buist score one of The Accidentals’ songs for performance by the 72-piece Traverse Symphony Orchestra. A violinist herself, Buist recalls adjunct instructor Mike Hunter’s comment about her original arrangement for the horn section.
“ ‘You forgot to let them breathe,’ ” she said, with a laugh. With the assistance of Hunter, Dorothy Vogel, Scott Sorenson, Laurie Sears and others, however, the Accidentals and the TSO pulled off the piece.
Buist and Larson have barely had time to breathe themselves this year, playing 230 shows along with recording and touring drummer Michael Dause. Even at home they’ll stay busy, like with a live performance on radio station WNMC at 2 p.m. Thursday. (Buist also guest-DJs for the station late nights when she can.)
Described by one music blogger as “the best unsigned band in America,” both Buist and Larson’s vocal resumes include singing in the NMC Children’s Choir. Larson, chiefly a cellist, recalls her nervousness at auditioning a cappella. She did it, though, and said the lesson is still relevant to the Accidentals.
“The thing that has gotten us this far is pushing out of the comfort zone,” she said.
Instructor Patrick Niemisto, who worked one-on-one with Buist when she was in the Audio Tech program, recalled her enthusiasm for learning. Even though she already played violin, bass and piano, she was interested in learning mandolin from him. (Between them, the Accidentals play a dozen instruments.)
“We would swap tunes, and improvise over the top of things,” he said. “I learned as much from her as she did from me.”
After meeting at Traverse City West High School, the pair transferred to the Interlochen Center for the Arts. Buist graduated in 2013 and Larson in 2014. Buist then earned an Audio Technology certificate at NMC before they decided to pause their formal educations to dedicate themselves full-time to The Accidentals.
“It was really a hard decision not to go to school,” said Larson, who described them as “obsessed with reading and learning and research.”
On the other hand, focusing exclusively on music has paid off.
“It’s been amazing to see what kind of success you get,” Larson said.
At the top of their 2016 goal list is a new album. Then, they hope to return to some of the cities where their fan base is strongest. That would include Traverse City, where the love is mutual.
“Anything in Traverse City has had some part in shaping who we are,” said Larson.
Dec 1, 2015 | Student News
NMC’s UAS Club will hold its first official meeting on Tuesday, Dec. 8 at 5 p.m. in Parson Stulen, room 101 at the Aero Park Campus! Free pizza will be provided! The purpose of the NMC UAS Club is to gain experience in safe RC piloting while making professional connections in the UAS and Engineering Technology industry. Come and get a first hand look at the world of Unmanned Aerial Systems in a club meant for newcomers or veterans. (more…)
Dec 1, 2015 | Intercom, Student News
NMC Hip Hop presents a free demonstration of dance from past and present students. December 14 at 7:15 p.m. at the Dennos Museum. All are welcome! Let’s keep dance alive! (more…)
Nov 30, 2015 | Intercom
Here is an informal account of the Northwestern Michigan College Board of Trustees meeting Monday, November 23, 2015.
Details on the actions items and reports are contained in the Board Packet available online. (more…)
Nov 30, 2015 | Intercom
Are you looking for career opportunities? Find it here! jobs.nmc.edu. Current openings include:
Custodian 3rd Shift
Supplemental Learning Services Office Assistant (more…)
Nov 30, 2015 | Intercom
Please return the Blue Coordination of Benefits Form from your open enrollment packets to Hollie in HR if you have not already done so. Email, or inner-office mail is fine!
Health Savings Accounts– if you are new to the High Deductible Health Plan for 2016 please be sure you open a Health Savings Account at a bank of your choice and report the Account and Routing Numbers to HR. We will not be able to deposit your contribution from NMC without this information. Thanks! (more…)
Nov 30, 2015 | Intercom
Kudos to the following people and departments! (more…)
Nov 30, 2015 | Student News
Student jobs can be found on the Student MyNMC page under “Jobs On Campus.”
Lab Assistant – Biology
Tutor
White Pine Press Staff (more…)
Nov 30, 2015 | Intercom
The following employees are celebrating an anniversary soon. Please join us in congratulating them! (more…)
Nov 30, 2015 | Intercom, Student News
TRAVERSE CITY — Enjoy the sounds of the holiday season with NMC’s performance ensembles at one of the following shows in December:
- Friday, December 4: NMC Chamber Singers and NMC Vocal Jazz Ensemble present holiday music for voices. 7:30 p.m., Central United Methodist Church. Suggested donations $10 adults, $5 students and seniors. (231) 995-1338.
- Sunday, December 6: NMC Jazz Bands Winter Jazz Ensemble Showcase. 7 p.m., Milliken Auditorium. Tickets available at mynorthtickets.com and at the door.
- December 12 and 13: NMC’s Grand Traverse Chorale and Children’s Choir join the Traverse Symphony Orchestra for their Home for the Holidays concert. 7:30 p.m. Dec. 12, 3 p.m. Dec. 13, Lars Hockstad Auditorium. (231) 947-7120 (TSO). Tickets available at mynorthtickets.com
- Monday, December 14: Hip hop demonstration by NMC hip hop. 7:15 p.m. Milliken Auditorium. Free.
- Tuesday, December 15: NMC Concert Band holiday concert. 7:30 p.m., Milliken Auditorium. Tickets available at the door and at mynorthtickets.com.
Read more about NMC’s performance ensembles, which include students and community members, and music programs »
Release date: November 30, 2015
For more information:
Jeffrey Cobb
NMC Director of Music Programs
(231) 995-1338
jecobb@nmc.edu
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
Nov 25, 2015 | Intercom
Q: What are NMC Learning Communities and how do I get involved?
- Learn about the philosophy and purpose of learning communities.
- Hear about the NMC Learning Communities pilot program that will begin in January of 2016.
- Find out about the learning communities getting started at NMC and how to start your own.
Join the conversation. (more…)
Nov 25, 2015 | Intercom
November 25, 2015
Pop quiz: In your first year as a professional farm manager, the challenge Mother Nature most likely will throw at you is:
- A bitter cold, vine-damaging winter
- A late May frost, just as buds are forming in cherry and apple orchards and on grapevines
- An unprecedented August thunderstorm, complete with fruit-hammering hail
- All of the above
Nathan Kulpa, a 2015 graduate of the NMC-MSU plant science program, will tell you the answer is D. But on the eve of Thanksgiving, the traditional culmination of the growing season, the Leelanau County native is sanguine about his first year as the farm manger of Peninsula Farms.
“I kind of enjoy the challenge. Being in farming my whole life, I understand that years like this happen,” said Kulpa, 22, who also helps on his parents’ farm. “On the good years you’ve got to prepare yourself for the bad years so you’ll be around.”
Brian Matchett is the coordinator of the program, which offers students an NMC degree plus an MSU certificate in one of four agriculture specialties. While the weather dealt growers a “triple whammy” this year, Matchett said that on the positive side, vegetable production was minimally affected. Also, the network of markets for growers — farmers’ markets, distributors like Cherry Capital Foods and CSAs — all continued to expand.
So are the options in the plant science program. Since Matchett took over in 2013, he’s restructured and updated the curriculum, adding more required courses to some areas and allowing more elective flexibility in others. All of the changes were made based on feedback from the agriculture industry, which provides one in every five jobs in Michigan.
Bethany Newell is enrolled in fruit and vegetable production, one of the redesigned certificates, and worked at two different CSAs over the summer. She’ll graduate next spring, completing a lifestyle change her family embarked on in 2010 when they moved north from Flushing, where she worked in the cable industry for ten years.
“I was very unhappy working indoors every day. It was tough on my soul,” said Newell, 35. “Moving up here and getting into farming, it’s so peaceful being outside, and working in nature.”
Next up for the plant science program is a new certificate in agriculture operations-crop production, and a partnership with NMC’s Aviation Division that will enable plant science students to take unmanned aerial systems courses as electives. Their “classroom” would be the cherry orchards of the Horticultural Research Station that MSU operates in Leelanau County. Matchett says it’s a chance to pioneer the emerging technology of unmanned systems in a new application – specialty agriculture.
“We have all the pieces right here and it’s a perfect fit for our assets,” Matchett said, citing NMC’s leadership in unmanned systems, MSU’s in agriculture and the dominance of cherry production in the Grand Traverse region. “It’s such a unique opportunity we have here.”
Key to making it happen was the redesign of Matchett’s job, from a half-time position funded by MSU to full-time funded jointly by MSU and NMC.
“That allowed me to commit more time to network with the different departments at NMC,” he said. “We’re excited for the next couple years.”
Nov 24, 2015 | Intercom
November 25, 2015
Pop quiz: In your first year as a professional farm manager, the challenge Mother Nature most likely will throw at you is:
- A bitter cold, vine-damaging winter
- A late May frost, just as buds are forming in cherry and apple orchards and on grapevines
- An unprecedented August thunderstorm, complete with fruit-hammering hail
- All of the above
Nathan Kulpa, a 2015 graduate of the NMC-MSU plant science program, will tell you the answer is D. But on the eve of Thanksgiving, the traditional culmination of the growing season, the Leelanau County native is sanguine about his first year as the farm manger of Peninsula Farms.
“I kind of enjoy the challenge. Being in farming my whole life, I understand that years like this happen,” said Kulpa, 22, who also helps on his parents’ farm. “On the good years you’ve got to prepare yourself for the bad years so you’ll be around.”
Brian Matchett is the coordinator of the program, which offers students an NMC degree plus an MSU certificate in one of four agriculture specialties. While the weather dealt growers a “triple whammy” this year, Matchett said that on the positive side, vegetable production was minimally affected. Also, the network of markets for growers — farmers’ markets, distributors like Cherry Capital Foods and CSAs — all continued to expand.
So are the options in the plant science program. Since Matchett took over in 2013, he’s restructured and updated the curriculum, adding more required courses to some areas and allowing more elective flexibility in others. All of the changes were made based on feedback from the agriculture industry, which provides one in every five jobs in Michigan.
Bethany Newell is enrolled in fruit and vegetable production, one of the redesigned certificates, and worked at two different CSAs over the summer. She’ll graduate next spring, completing a lifestyle change her family embarked on in 2010 when they moved north from Flushing, where she worked in the cable industry for ten years.
“I was very unhappy working indoors every day. It was tough on my soul,” said Newell, 35. “Moving up here and getting into farming, it’s so peaceful being outside, and working in nature.”
Next up for the plant science program is a new certificate in agriculture operations-crop production, and a partnership with NMC’s Aviation Division that will enable plant science students to take unmanned aerial systems courses as electives. Their “classroom” would be the cherry orchards of the Horticultural Research Station that MSU operates in Leelanau County. Matchett says it’s a chance to pioneer the emerging technology of unmanned systems in a new application – specialty agriculture.
“We have all the pieces right here and it’s a perfect fit for our assets,” Matchett said, citing NMC’s leadership in unmanned systems, MSU’s in agriculture and the dominance of cherry production in the Grand Traverse region. “It’s such a unique opportunity we have here.”
Key to making it happen was the redesign of Matchett’s job, from a half-time position funded by MSU to full-time funded jointly by MSU and NMC.
“That allowed me to commit more time to network with the different departments at NMC,” he said. “We’re excited for the next couple years.”
Nov 24, 2015 | Intercom
Read NMC instructor Susan Odgers’ latest column in the Traverse City Record-Eagle here. (more…)
