Sep 20, 2012 | Intercom, Student News
Emily Magner worked tirelessly this summer coordinating orientation for new students. Her welcoming and supportive attitude with incoming students puts them at ease, and I observed her doing this time and time again for countless students.
At opening conference Tim Nelson told about Emily taking care of a perspective student’s dog and watching his 11-year old son so that he could attend orientation. This gesture allowed this student to register for classes and begin his educational journey here at NMC. Emily is passionate about new students getting their needs met when first arriving on campus, and she works hard to instill those values in her student workers, and I know it spills over to others who are assisting our students.
I also saw Emily work very hard over the summer planning Pine Palooza, and want to thank her for such a successful and professional event that benefited our students and makes us all proud of our college and its resources.
Sep 19, 2012 | Intercom
Sarah Shimek has joined NMC in the position of Employee Wellness Coordinator on Sept 10, 2012. She can be reached at 995-1154 or sshimek@nmc.edu
Shimek grew up in Leelanau County, and moved back after getting her degree in Public Health Education and Health Promotion at CMU. She was previously the Community Outreach Coordinator and Health Education Specialist for the Grand Traverse County Health Department. She ran track in college, and now is a Crossfit Level 1 certified trainer, and has completed several triathlons and road races, including the Bayshore Marathon.
Sep 19, 2012 | Intercom
Scott Herzberg started in his new position at NMC as the Assistant Director of Outreach Services on September 17, 2012. he can be reached at (231) 995-2526 or sherzberg@nmc.edu.
Sep 19, 2012 | Intercom
Nicholeen Frusti started her new position at NMC as the Outreach Services Coordinator on Sept 17, 2012. She can be reached at (231) 995-2525 or nfrusti@nmc.edu.
Sep 18, 2012 | Intercom
If you just have a quick question, want to discuss something, or want to enter in a ticket with the Technology Help Desk, you can take advantage of the Chat offering, whenever, the green “Available” is present.
Once you click on “click here” (which is next to Available), you will have to enter your Issue, NMCID, and a description of your issue. Then the request for Chat will go to a Help Desk Staff member to be answered. Chat’s are responded to on a first come, first serve basis.
The Help Desk Staff will work with each user to solve their issue, transfer them to another department, or enter a ticket on their behalf. If an issue requires more advanced troubleshooting, the Help Desk Staff also has the ability to view, upon request, a users machine.
In another week or so the chat option will be added to the https://my.nmc.edu/students/ page.
Sep 14, 2012 | Student News
Tuesday, October 9th
10:00am-2:00 p.m.
Welcome Center, Health and Science Building and Lobby, West Hall
Planning to transfer this spring or next year? Start talking to Michigan colleges and universities now by attending the NMC Transfer Fair. Each semester over 35 colleges/universities are here to answer common questions such as available transfer scholarships, GPA requirements and programs across Michigan. Check out the list of participating colleges/universities here.
Sep 14, 2012 | Intercom, Student News
NMC students, faculty and staff are invited to a new brown bag student lecture series called “Passports.”
It is a chance to experience other cultures by hearing about the experiences of NMC students who have lived it.
The first in the Passports series will be held Thursday, September 27 from noon to 1 p.m. in Founders Hall 110.
Hear students talk about their experiences on their recent study abroad trip to Russia.
The Brown Bag Student Lecture Series is sponsored by the office of Outreach Services.
Sep 14, 2012 | President Updates
Thank you all for everything you do in pursuit of “Keeping Learning at the Center.”
Activities of Note: Faculty and Staff
This section recognizes the good work you are doing and linkages to the Strategic Agenda, Strategic Directions and Goals are provided where possible. (more…)
Sep 14, 2012 | Intercom
Monday, September 17 begins a new chapter in the NMC story as the new office of Outreach Services opens its doors in service to our learners.
Outreach Services will encompass the following three components:
1. Military Services – Enhanced educational support for veterans, current military personnel and their families.
2. High School Services – Early, middle and concurrent college development, support and coordination. Commitment Scholarship Program direction.
3. International Services – Platform development, promotion and enhancement of global awareness at NMC including:
- Student, faculty and staff study abroad opportunities
- Globally themed events and activities
- Collaborative projects with international partners
Members of the OS staff include:
Jim Bensley, Director
Scott Herzberg, Assistant Director
Nicholeen Frusti, Learning Coordinator
Ann Dane, Commitment Program Advisor
Tobias Gavaldon, VA Student Rep.
The OS office is temporarily housed in the former Upward Bound office and will have all set ups completed next week.
At Outreach Services we are excited to serve the learning needs of the NMC community by working in partnership with many college departments, service areas and student organizations. We invite you to contact us with any questions you may have. Please watch the NMC Communique for more information on informative and exciting opportunities for our learners!
Sep 14, 2012 | Intercom
NMC is hosting the September Traverse City Chamber of Commerce Business After Hours at the Parsons-Stulen building, Wednesday, September 19 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Stop by and learn more about the Northwest Michigan Business Atlas, of which NMC is a partner.
Sep 14, 2012 | Intercom
Ruth Ann Reynolds of Clare donated a 1958 Tripacer aircraft to NMC with the understanding that it will be sold to fund a scholarship in honor of her husband who passed away in July 2010. Nine and Ten News was there when NMC went out to pick up the plane and had this report:
Sep 14, 2012 | Intercom
If you are an active member of MPSERS, the state retirement system, you should have recently received notification from the Office of Retirement Services (ORS) either through your home mail, email, or both to let you know that you need to make an election on how you want your pension and/or retiree healthcare benefits handled going forward. The online election period is 9/4/12 – 10/26/12.
To help prepare you to make this important decision affecting your future, we will be holding informational sessions in computer labs around campus over the next several weeks. There will be a presentation on the changes going into effect, and we will walk you through the online help in the MPSERS website which is available to help you evaluate your election options.
If you have already set up your online miAccount with MPSERS, bring your log-in information and you can follow along during the presentation. If time permits, I will be happy to answer any questions that I can, or I can show you to how you can get direct answers that affect your individual situation. Online through miAccount is the only way you will be able to make your election.
For more information or to access your miAccount, go to www.michigan.gov/orsschools, and click on the miAccount section. We encourage you to go online now – there’s no need to wait for a session to learn more about these important changes.
For more information or to access your miAccount, go to www.michigan.gov/orsmiaccount. We encourage you to go online now – there’s no need to wait for a session to learn more about these important changes.
Following are informational sessions set up for next week. Watch for additional dates and times during the election period. *NOTE THAT THERE IS AN EVENING SESSION FOR THOSE UNABLE TO ATTEND DURING WORK HOURS.
| Mon, 9/17/12 |
1:00 – 2:30 pm |
LB 35-37 |
| Tue, 9/18/12 |
9:30 – 11:00 am |
LB 35-37 |
| *Wed, 9/19/12 |
6:00 – 7:00 pm |
LB 35-37* |
| Thur, 9/20/12 |
9:30 – 11:00 am |
LB 35-37 |
| Fri, 9/21/12 |
8:30 – 10:00 am |
PS 201 |
| Fri, 9/21/12 |
1:00 – 2:30 pm |
O113 |
Sep 14, 2012 | Intercom, Student News
Student Health Services is offering walk-in flu clinics. No appointment is necessary.
All clinics are held in Student Health Services, Biederman Building 106.
Monday, September 17, 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Tuesday, September 25, 1 p.m. – 3 p.m.
Thursday, October 4, noon – 2 p.m.
Wednesday, October 10, 10 a.m. – noon
Cost is $15 for students, $20 for NMC Faculty and Staff. Staff covered by Priority Health should bring their insurance cards.
Call (231) 995-1255 with questions.
NOTE! All flu clinics subject to change per current CDC and/or GT Co. Health Dept. health recommendations and vaccine availability.
Sep 14, 2012 | Intercom
NMC has conducted a campaign for scholarships and programs for nearly 30 years. It began as an annual campaign through direct mail that kicked off each autumn. An appeal letter is sent to approximately 14,000 people, including current donors, alumni, NMC faculty, staff, and retirees. The purpose of NMC’s Campaign for Scholarships and Programs is to build a base of donor support that provides annual funding to offer enhanced programming and scholarship opportunities to students.
Through the generous support of people like you, the Annual Campaign has become one of the leading sources of funding for NMC scholarships. Last year, faculty and staff contributions raised more than $34,000 which helped provide scholarships to more than 500 students and helped meet the need of student programs and services campus wide.
Be sure to watch for more exciting information to come as the Foundation and Resource Development move forward in preparation for the 2012-13 Annual Campaign.
The chart below reflects the contributions of faculty and staff to the 2011-12 Annual Campaign.
Sep 14, 2012 | Intercom
INDIVIDUAL COUNSELING SESSIONS AT NO ADDITIONAL COST TO YOU
You can discuss your personal financial situation with an experienced TIAA-CREF financial consultant on a confidential basis. They are available to discuss how to help you achieve your financial goals by investing in financial solutions such as mutual funds, brokerage, life insurance and annuities.
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| Tue, Oct 2, 2012 |
9:00 a.m. -5:00 p.m.
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| Wed, Oct 3, 2012 |
9:00 a.m. -12:00 p.m.
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Tanis Building, Educational Services Conf. Rm |
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Sign Up Today: Space is limited, so please RSVP as soon as you can.
Call 866-843-5640, Monday thu Friday from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. (ET).
Please bring all of your retirement savings statements, a recent pay stub, and a payroll deduction form to the meeting. Also, make sure you are able to log into your account at www.tiaa-cref.org.
TIAA-CREF does not offer tax advice. See your tax advisor regarding your particular situation. Keep in mind that there are always inherent risks associated with investing in securities. TIAA-CREF Individual & Institutional Services, LLC and Teachers Personal Investors Services, Inc., members FINRA, distribute securities products. Brokerage Services are provided by TIAA-CREF Brokerage Services, a division of TIAA-CREF Individual & Institutional Services, LLC, members FINRA and SIPC. Annuity contracts and certificates are issued by Teachers Insurance and Annuity Association (TIAA) and College Retirement Equities Fund (CREF), New York, NY.
You should consider the investment objectives, risks, charges and expenses carefully before investing. Please call 877 518-9161 or go to www.tiaa-cref.org/prospectuses for a prospectus that contains this and other information. Please read the prospectus carefully before investing.
©2012 and prior years Teachers Insurance and Annuity Association-College Retirement Equities Fund (TIAA-CREF), 730 Third Avenue, New York, NY 10017.
Please bring all of your retirement savings statements, a recent pay stub, and a payroll deduction form to the meeting. Also, make sure you are able to log into your account at www.tiaa-cref.org.
TIAA-CREF does not offer tax advice. See your tax advisor regarding your particular situation. Keep in mind that there are always inherent risks associated with investing in securities. TIAA-CREF Individual & Institutional Services, LLC and Teachers Personal Investors Services, Inc., members FINRA, distribute securities products. Brokerage Services are provided by TIAA-CREF Brokerage Services, a division of TIAA-CREF Individual & Institutional Services, LLC, members FINRA and SIPC. Annuity contracts and certificates are issued by Teachers Insurance and Annuity Association (TIAA) and College Retirement Equities Fund (CREF), New York, NY.
You should consider the investment objectives, risks, charges and expenses carefully before investing. Please call 877 518-9161 or go to www.tiaa-cref.org/prospectuses for a prospectus that contains this and other information. Please read the prospectus carefully before investing.
©2012 and prior years Teachers Insurance and Annuity Association-College Retirement Equities Fund (TIAA-CREF), 730 Third Avenue, New York, NY 10017.
Sep 14, 2012 | Intercom
Thank you, Linda Walter! Pharmacology was not offered prior to the start of the nursing program for the past few years. Students got wind that Jackson Community College and Ferris pharmacology programs could be taken before entry into NMC nursing programs to lessen the load first semester. They were signing on in greater numbers and we were losing enrollment in our pharmacology program. We decided to offer our pharmacology prior to the nursing program, with summer 2012 as the first time it was offered. Linda accepted the challenge to take on the class and get it rolling for the program. She weathered the Moodle changes and delivered a great class!
Sep 14, 2012 | Intercom
Kudos to Joelle Hannert has taken on many facets of the Library. This summer was a big push to weed books in the stacks, and it’s no simple task. Joelle pulled hundreds of books and removed them from the system! When asked to do a report from the SIRSI catalog system, she will have it to you within 24 hours! She not only is our cataloger, but also a fill-in Librarian, and always willing to take the time to listen if you are having problems with something in SIRSI, and usually will fix it. Joelle has been making learning at the center a lot easier!
Sep 14, 2012 | Intercom
Kudos go out to all front line staff for top notch customer service as the Fall Semester kicked off. This includes (but is not limited to) Records and Registration, Financial Aid, Admissions, Advising, Academic Office Managers, Student Life, the Bookstore, Housing and more. It is a busy time of year when this kind of teamwork is key! Great job!
Sep 14, 2012 | Intercom
A special Kudos to Dan Wasson and his entire team (SLM and IT) for their responsiveness to Moodle questions and all of the other projects they have going at this busy time of year. Always a pleasant group to work with. Thanks.
Sep 14, 2012 | Intercom
Kudos to Rob Rider, Dan Murphy and Jeff Send for their work in the Records/Registration and Student Financial Services staff work areas. The group is very happy with the changes! You guys did great! Thanks.
Sep 14, 2012 | Intercom
Kudos to the Records/Registration and Student Financial Services staff (Kathy Sedlacek, Amanda Woodruff, Julie Hansen, Kim Gourlay, Kristi Hallet, Jessica Johnson and Nancy Bruns) for their flexibility as their work areas were completely revamped during a very busy month. Thanks for being a pleasure to work with!
Sep 14, 2012 | Intercom
The following employees are celebrating an anniversary. Please join us in congratulating them!
| Jack Berman |
Science/Math Instructor |
36 years |
| Bob Chauvin |
Technology Coordinator – Educational Media Technologies |
24 years |
| Alison Collins |
Health Occupations Instructor |
33 years |
| Adam Dwyer |
Training Specialist |
2 years |
| Margaret Fox |
Office Manager – Health Occupations Academic Area |
15 years |
| Nicholeen Frusti |
Center for Learning Specialist |
2 years |
| Rob Hamilton |
Communications Instructor |
25 years |
| Lucy House |
Culinary Arts Instructor |
21 years |
| Georgenia Hromada |
Financial Aid Specialist |
10 years |
| Greg LaCross |
Science/Math Instructor |
21 years |
| Mark Nelson |
Science/Math Instructor |
25 years |
| Jan Neumann |
Office Manager – Resource Development |
15 years |
| Sonja Olshove |
Social Sciences Instructor |
21 years |
| Keith Overbaugh |
Science/Math Instructor |
25 years |
| Linda Racine |
Director of Program Advancement – LPL |
23 years |
| Mark Ross |
Communications Instructor |
28 years |
| Stephen Siciliano |
Vice President for Educational Services |
27 years |
| Linda Walter |
Health Occupations Instructor |
22 years |
Sep 14, 2012 | Intercom
Following are positions currently open at NMC. For detailed information on externally posted positions, please visit NMC’s web page at www.nmc.edu/jobs Information on internal postings has been emailed.
OPEN POSTINGS
Adjunct Faculty
Adjunct Instructor – Clinical Nursing (38-443)
Adjunct Faculty-Physics Instructor (98-443)
Adjunct Faculty-Physical Education Basketball (109-443)
Faculty
HVAC/R Instructor (95-443) (Full time)
Nursing Instructor – Mental Health (91-443) (Part time)
Professional Staff
Master, T-S State of Michigan (99-443)
Major and Planned Giving Specialist (137-443)
Student Employee
White Pine Press Writer-Student Employee (66-443)
Tutor-Student Employee (82-443)
Student Lab Assistant – Chemistry (128-443)
Student Lab Assistant – Biology (129-443)
Technician Assistant, Media Services (131-443)
Department of Learning Services Office Assistant (132-443)
GLMA Lab Assistant (138-443)
Supplemental Staff
Banquet Server-Hagerty Center (41-443)
Supplemental Associate Supervisor of Residence Life (134-443)
Student Financial Services-Front Desk Assistant (135-443)
Financial Aid-Document Management Assistant (136-443)
Sep 13, 2012 | Intercom
The United Way workplace wellness challenge began Monday, September 10th. However, YOU can sign up at anytime! Participants earn “miles” daily in several categories, including physical activity, healthy lifestyle behaviors, and community health.
- Physical Health: Record your minutes of physical activity on the WalkingWorks website. The minutes will be converted to miles.
- Healthy Behaviors: Record your healthy lifestyle behaviors as miles on the WalkingWorks website (see chart).
- Community Health: Workplace Campaign. Your gift of time and treasure will be recorded by your Workplace Campaign Coordinator and will count toward the competition. Hours of volunteer service will be recorded as well as campaign participation rate for your company as a whole, you can record your hours on our volunteer website,www.volunteernwmi.org.
How to Participate: Visit www.WalkingWorks.com and sign up. Registration instructions are found below.
Team Prize: Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan will donate $3,000 to the United Way Community Fund in the name of the company recording the highest average wellness miles per participant over the course of the Challenge!
Individual Prizes: Participate each week for a chance to win different prizes every week!
Sep 12, 2012 | Intercom, President Updates
We have the distinct opportunity to be one of the host institutions for AACC’s (American Association of Community Colleges) Fall 2012 Vocational Education Leadership Training (VELT). The entire program will host 20-25 presidents and vice presidents of Chinese vocational and technical institutions. The VELT program will be financed by the Chinese government with the support of the Chinese Ministry of Education and jointly run under the supervision of the AACC and the China Education Association for International Exchange.
We will be hosting 5-6 presidents or vice-presidents from October 28 – November 10. The focus of the VELT program is to:
1. Strengthen the leadership abilities and capabilities of Chinese college administrators
2. Provide strategies to develop and improve market-oriented curriculum design
3. Enhance teaching methods for Chinese vocational institutions
4. Develop strong relationships with local businesses.
Prior to coming to NMC, the VELT participants will be in a week-long orientation in Washington, DC.
In the next week, we will be creating the agenda and asking many of you to participate in our host responsibilities such as giving tours, making presentations related to programs and service areas, participating in cultural events, etc.
Thank you in advance for your enthusiastic welcome to our guests and your willingness to share your higher education expertise as we continue to expand NMC’s global opportunities!
— Tim
