Adapted in TC: Receiving help is as important as giving
Read NMC instructor Susan Odgers’ latest column in the Traverse City Record-Eagle here. (more…)
Do you need money for college?
Have you filled out your FAFSA yet? Visit: fafsa.ed.gov to fill out your FAFSA today! NMC is also participating in College Goal Sunday! February 8 from 2-4 p.m. at the Parsons-Stulen building. Find out more at: collegegoalsundayusa.org (more…)
Campus SAVE Training brochure offers resources for those in unhealthy relationships
Sometimes it can be hard to tell when a behavior crosses the line from healthy to unhealthy or even abusive. If you or someone you know is concerned about being in an unhealthy relationship please consider reaching out to a supportive professional for help.
The NMC Campus SAVE Training Brochure contains the vital information you need to help you or someone you know through this difficult situation. (more…)
Wellness update- Benefits of breakfast
After weeks of festivities containing rich foods it is no wonder that January is Weight Loss Awareness Month. One simple way to jump start your weight loss is by eating breakfast. Studies have found that eating a balanced breakfast raises your metabolism by 10% and reduces binge eating throughout the day. What does a healthy balanced breakfast look like? Which foods are going to provide the fuel you need to keep focused and pang-free all morning? Building a healthy balanced breakfast is easy if you choose a food from each of the four categories below: (more…)
NMC Technology Help Desk- Tech tips: 2015 Spring Semester technology help!
A quick guide in ways to contact the Technology Help Desk.
Starting a new semester is never easy, especially with remembering log in details etc. Let us help to make you’re semester easier. Technology Help Desk can help from a range of issues such as Password resets, Google mail issues, Moodle, NMC Self-service, Hardware & software technical help…the list goes on!
So here are a number of ways in which you can get into contact with us. (more…)
Benefits corner: A few notes about your new insurance benefits
The Eye Med coverage provides different levels of coverage for progressive and anti-reflective lenses. The different Tiers are related to the specific brand of the product. If you are interested in the full list for each Tier please contact Hollie DeWalt in HR, 995-1350. The list will be made available on the employee web site as well.
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan will provide coverage for 24 chiropractic visits each calendar year. If your provider tells you that they see only 12 visits, you should let them know that NMC provided a modification from 12 to 24 visits. If they do not find the benefit at 24 visits, please contact Hollie DeWalt in HR, 995-1350, for assistance. (more…)
Student jobs available
Student jobs can be found on the Student MyNMC page under “Jobs On Campus.”
Lab Assistant – Physics
Library Desk Assistant
Resident Assistant
Residence Hall Front Desk Assistant (more…)
Position vacancies
Are you looking for career opportunities? Find it here! jobs.nmc.edu. Current openings include:
Senior Instructional Technology Designer
Employee anniversaries
The following employees are celebrating an anniversary soon. Please join us in congratulating them! (more…)
NMC Training Services- January newsletter
Read about new Michigan Lean Consortium members, upcoming workshops, the possibility of financial assistance for customized training of new employees through the Michigan New Jobs Training Program, and more!
Check out our January 2015 Training Services newsletter! (more…)
January news from the Professional Development Institute
Foundations of Leadership
The second Foundations of Leadership cohort kicked off its six-month learning experience with a panel of community leaders who inspired the group with their personal stories and insights.
Future sessions will focus on creating and communicating a shared vision, building strong teams, creating a culture of innovation, and other topics. Learn more about the Foundations of Leadership cohort and how you might get involved! (more…)
Google Drive operational A3 template option available
If you’re interested in developing your operational plan A3 in Google Drive, that option is now available to you. You will see Google Drive template options available here on the ORPE planning pages. (more…)
Deadline for BBQ proposal submissions is Jan. 30!
NMC faculty and staff are invited to request funding support from the 2015 NMC Barbecue for an NMC special project.
Last year the BBQ awarded more than $44,000 for seven deserving projects. Read more about projects that have been funded by the BBQ here.
Funding proposals are due by noon on Friday, Jan. 30, 2015. Forms and more information are available here:
- 2015 BBQ Funding Proposal Form- Adobe Acrobat (PDF) format
- 2015 Funding Proposal Form- Microsoft Word (DOC) format
Questions? Contact Anne Varga at avarga@nmc.edu or Diana Fairbanks at dfairbanks@nmc.edu.
Vote for NMC and the Hagerty Center for statewide recognition
Yes it’s that time of year again – time for the voting of our favorite Michigan hotel, golf course, meeting space, transportation, independent venues, people, places and things in the 2015 Michigan Meetings and Events’ Best of the Best. This year NMC is listed as well as the Hagerty Center. Be sure to also cast your vote to support other local Traverse City items!
Click here and follow the directions on the ballot to cast your vote! (more…)
Welcome to NMC Brian!
Brian Heffner joined NMC as the Director of Police Academy on January 1, 2015. He is a replacement for Al Hart’s position. He can be reached at (231) 995-1283 or bheffner@nmc.edu. (more…)
Student tickets to National Writers Series events just $5!
The National Writers Series season begins with a Jan. 20 event – An Evening with Tess Gerritsen at 7 p.m. at the City Opera House. Student tickets for this and all NWS events are just $5. The NWS loves having NMC students at these events! Please mark your calendar and check out this event and more here: nationalwritersseries.
CNA (Certified Nurse Assistant) training
NMC is offering an 8-week certification preparation program for prospective Certified Nurse Assistants beginning April 8 and invites anyone interested to a free information session Jan. 14. (more…)
Fall Employee of the Semester nominees announced
Congratulations to the following nominees for Employee of the Semester- Fall Semester: (more…)
Do we have your cell phone carrier for Emergency Text Alerts?
We are using the Code Red text alert system for emergency text messages. Code Red needs to have your carrier (AT&T, Verizon, etc.) in order to send a message correctly. Please check to see that your carrier information is correct in our system by following these steps: (more…)
RSVP today for Listening Sessions; Please note location changes
The purpose of Listening Sessions is to field questions you may have about anything at the college, similar to what occurs at the Town Hall Meetings, but in a smaller setting. Please remember that you must RSVP by emailing sbudzik@nmc.edu. Simply accepting the calendar request will not tally as an RSVP. (more…)
IRS mileage rate change
The IRS mileage rate for business use of vehicle is changed from 56 cents to 57.5 cents per mile beginning January 1, 2015. (more…)
A3 Metrics Worksession coming up on Jan. 16
A hallmark of planning at NMC is continuous improvement. One area in which we seek to make notable improvement over this next operational planning cycle is with outcomes and metrics (the left side of the A3 or first page of the Word version). To aid in this improvement, ORPE has teamed up with NMC’s Professional Development Institute to develop additional training on developing metrics. (more…)
December NMC scan released
Are you looking for something interesting to read as you huddle by the fireplace to stay warm this winter? The December “Futures Issue” of the NMC Scan may be just the ticket! The bi-annual edition is now available on the ORPE employee site for your review. As always, we’re eager to hear your reactions to the content and any ideas that might impact NMC or our students that are inspired by the NMC Scan. Feel free to send comments/questions to Karen Ruedinger at kruedinger@nmc.edu. The December Scan is available here. Enjoy the read, and stay warm! (more…)
Intramural basketball sign up deadline is Jan. 22; Open Rec days/hours
Are you interested in playing basketball this winter? The next Intramural Sport is Co-Ed Basketball! The sign up deadline is Thursday, January 22 at 5:00 p.m. For more information contact Jim Szur, Sports and Recreation Supervisor at 231-995-1199 or e-mail at jszur@nmc.edu.
We also offer Open Recreation days and hours for the sports of Basketball, Volleyball and Soccer. For more information on times and days, please contact Jim Szur, Sports and Recreation Supervisor, at 231-995-1199 or e-mail him at jszur@nmc.edu. (more…)
Benefits corner- Do you need additional ID cards from Blue Cross Blue Shield of MI?
Do you need additional ID cards from Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan?
If so, please call the customer service number on the back of your card and the automated system will allow you to request additional cards. (more…)