Jun 24, 2025 | Intercom
TRAVERSE CITY — A balanced $56.7 million budget and tuition rates and fees for the 2025-26 academic year were approved unanimously by the Northwestern Michigan College Board of Trustees Monday.
Most tuition rates will rise 4 percent. In-district (Grand Traverse County residents) tuition rates will increase from $126 to $131 per contact hour. Fees will increase $1.25 per contact hour, from $34 to $35.25 per contact hour.
The average in-district student taking 30 contact hours in a two-semester academic year, will see an increase of $187.50 ($150 in tuition, $37.50 in fees.)
Northwestern Michigan College general tuition rate categories:
| Category |
2024–2025 rate/contact hour |
2025-2026 rate/contact hour |
| In-district |
$126
|
$131
|
| Out-of-district |
$269
|
$280
|
| Out-of-state |
$350
|
$364
|
| International |
$394
|
$410
|
The dual enrollment tuition rate for high school students was unchanged. That remains at $160 per contact hour for out-of-district students. Local school districts, not families, pay the dual enrollment tuition. (In-district dual-enrolled students are assessed the lower in-district rate of $131 per contact hour.)
NMC tuition is about one-third the cost of in-state tuition at a four-year public university. (Estimated tuition calculator.)
“I’m proud that NMC offers unparalleled learning opportunities in programs that benefit our regional economy as well as our students,” said NMC President Nick Nissley. “We constantly work to strike the balance of value to our students and stewardship of our taxpayer and philanthropic dollars.”
Thanks to community donors, for the 2024-25 academic year now concluding, NMC expects to award more than $2 million in institutional scholarships, crossing the $2 million mark for the first time. Adults over 25 who don’t already have a degree are eligible for a state scholarship, Michigan Reconnect, which pays 100 percent of in-district tuition.
The high school class of 2025 is also the second class to be eligible for the Community College Guarantee, which provides free tuition and fees to in-district students regardless of income.
A table of tuition rates for all residencies and programs is available here (p. 63). Tuition amounts to nearly half (47 percent) of NMC’s budget. Property taxes (27 percent) and state aid (20 percent) are the two other primary revenue sources.
Release date: JUNE 24, 2025
For more information:
Cari Noga
NMC Communications Director
cnoga@nmc.edu
(231) 392-1800 (Call or text)
NON-DISCRIMINATION POLICY NOTICE
Northwestern Michigan College does not discriminate in admission, campus activities, education, employment, housing, public accommodation or public service on the basis of age, color, creed, disability, gender identity/expression, handicap, height, marital or familial status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, service in the military, veteran’s status, weight, or any other legally protected status under federal, state, or local law. No act of retaliation shall occur to any person making a charge, filing a complaint, testifying or participating in any discrimination investigation or proceeding. nmc.edu/non-discrimination
Jun 24, 2025 | Intercom
TRAVERSE CITY — NMC trustees selected Jody Lundquist to fill the Board of Trustees seat vacated by former trustee Chris Bott earlier this month.
Lundquist, right, is chief financial officer and partner at Boomerang Catapult and executive director of Northern Michigan Angels in Traverse City. A licensed CPA, she said in her application that her skills in finance, governance, and community‐building map directly to a trustee’s fiduciary, policy-setting, and monitoring responsibilities.
“NMC’s emerging priorities, including the expansion of its aviation and drone programs and its collaboration in the development of the Freshwater Research & Innovation Center, resonate with my focus on advanced mobility and blue-economy ventures,” Lundquist wrote in her application. “Serving as an NMC trustee would allow me to give back to the institution that anchors our region’s talent and innovation ecosystem.”
Six applicants were interviewed at Monday’s meeting. Board members also chose Pam Horne to serve as secretary, an office Bott held until he resigned from NMC’s Board of Trustees effective June 9.
Lundquist will serve until the next regular community college election in November 2026. At that time voters will choose a candidate to serve the remainder of the term held by Bott, which expires December 31, 2028.
Release date: JUNE 24, 2025
For more information:
Cari Noga
NMC Communications Director
cnoga@nmc.edu
(231) 392-1800 (Call or text)
NON-DISCRIMINATION POLICY NOTICE
Northwestern Michigan College does not discriminate in admission, campus activities, education, employment, housing, public accommodation or public service on the basis of age, color, creed, disability, gender identity/expression, handicap, height, marital or familial status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, service in the military, veteran’s status, weight, or any other legally protected status under federal, state, or local law. No act of retaliation shall occur to any person making a charge, filing a complaint, testifying or participating in any discrimination investigation or proceeding. nmc.edu/non-discrimination
Jun 23, 2025 | Student News
Attention interns in Traverse City! Looking to make connections, explore career opportunities and have a great time doing it? Stop by the Traverse Area Human Resources Association (TAHRA) Intern Networking Event from 5–7 p.m. on Tuesday, July 30 at Chelsea Park West, 2054 Essex View Dr, Traverse City. Mingle with local professionals, chat with other interns and gain insights that can help launch your career.
If you have any questions, please contact Jennifer Ewing at jaewing@nmc.edu. Open to all interns.
Jun 23, 2025 | Hawk Owl Helpers and Heroes, Intercom
To the Great Lakes Culinary Institute, which will open Café Lobdell’s for the eighth summer starting tomorrow, June 24, through July 30. The capstone course in GLCI’s one-year Baking Certificate program. culinary students will make and serve fresh sweet and savory baked goods and a wide variety of specialty coffee drinks..Hours are 7:30–11 a.m. Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays.
Who’s been a Hawk Owl Helper or Hero for you? Let us know at publicrelations@nmc.edu!
Jun 23, 2025 | Intercom, Media Mentions
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.
Letter to the editor: NMC librarians
Record-Eagle, June 22 (more…)
Jun 23, 2025 | Intercom
When ordering items that will be shipped to NMC, please include a delivery name or department in the shipping information. Otherwise, the shipping and receiving department doesn’t have a way of knowing who or where the items are to be delivered. When names or departments are not included on the shipping slip, the items are set aside in the warehouse until they are claimed. To prevent delay, be sure to include identifying information when placing orders.
A few other things to keep in mind when placing orders for NMC:
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- The correct address to use when shipping packages to NMC is: 1861 College Dr. Traverse City, MI 49686. Do not use 1701 E. Front St or any other address such as Great Lakes Campus, Boardman Lake Campus, etc.
- For Amazon orders—update your preferences in your Amazon account so that packages are delivered to “shipping & receiving” specifically. Hours or operation should also be specified. Shipping and receiving’s hours are Monday through Friday, from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Adjusting these settings prevents packages from being left outside and delivered outside business hours.
- If you have switched roles or your department has relocated, make sure your information in the staff directory is up-to-date. Shipping and receiving refers to the staff directory to identify where exactly items should be delivered on campus.
If you have any orders that have you know have been delivered but have not been received, contact Lindsey Kimball at lkimball@nmc.edu.
Jun 23, 2025 | Intercom
TRAVERSE CITY — Six candidates are eligible to fill the Board of Trustees seat vacated by former trustee Chris Bott earlier this month. One will be selected at the next regular meeting of the board on Monday, June 23.
The applicants, who must reside in Grand Traverse County, are:
- Brad Akers, Traverse City
- Lance Boehmer, Traverse City
- Myk Garn, Interlochen
- Jody Lundquist, Traverse City
- Leah Moskovitz, Traverse City
- Kevin Query. Traverse City
Bott resigned from NMC’s Board of Trustees effective June 9. The new trustee will serve until the next regular community college election in November 2026. At that time voters will choose a candidate to serve the remainder of the term held by Bott, which expires December 31, 2028.
In accordance with the Michigan Open Meetings Act, interviews and the final appointment will be conducted by the full NMC Board of Trustees at their regular meeting Monday, June 23 in the Timothy J. Nelson Innovation Center, rooms 106–107, on NMC’s Front Street campus.
The full board agenda is available online. The meeting will also be livestreamed on NMC’s YouTube channel.
Per board policy A-104.00, Board of Trustees Video Recording of Meetings, the regular meeting will be recorded and made available to the public within eight days after the meeting.
For more information, please contact the President’s office at (231) 995-1010.
Release date: June 23, 2025
For more information:
Cari Noga
NMC Communications Director
cnoga@nmc.edu
(231) 392-1800 (Call or text)
NON-DISCRIMINATION POLICY NOTICE
Northwestern Michigan College does not discriminate in admission, campus activities, education, employment, housing, public accommodation or public service on the basis of age, color, creed, disability, gender identity/expression, handicap, height, marital or familial status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, service in the military, veteran’s status, weight, or any other legally protected status under federal, state, or local law. No act of retaliation shall occur to any person making a charge, filing a complaint, testifying or participating in any discrimination investigation or proceeding. nmc.edu/non-discrimination
Jun 23, 2025 | HR Corner, Intercom
Priority Health recently announced it will no longer partner with its preferred wellness program vendor, Personify Health (formerly known as Virgin Pulse). This change will be effective July 1, and with that we will be losing access to the Personify platform.
What does this mean? We see this as an opportunity to evaluate our approach to wellness, so over the course of the next few months we will be offering some wellness opportunities in house while also exploring the other wellness platforms that are available. So while wellness at NMC will look different it definitely isn’t going away. If you have any questions about this please feel free to reach out to Brittany Hanbury at
bhanbury@nmc.edu. In the meantime our last Priority Health sponsored Lunch and Learn will center around ways to DIY your own wellness plan so please let me know if you did not receive that invitation.
Wellness Resources at NMC:
- Fitness Center:
- Staff, faculty, adjuncts and supplementals are all eligible for a discounted membership.
- Library:
- Did you know you could check out pickleball, corn hole, disc golf and other fitness activities from the Library of Things?!
- The library also has a collection of cookbooks and books on fitness and wellbeing.
- EES:
- Employees eligible for the tuition waiver can get discounted rates on yoga classes through yen yoga, climbs at elevate, discounts at PickleU, and more! Visit nmc.augosoft.net to view upcoming classes.
- Ulliance EAP:
- Through the Ulliance portal you have access to wellbeing resources and free counseling.
Jun 23, 2025 | Intercom
To our amazing employees,
We are writing to express our deepest gratitude and appreciation for your outstanding contributions to our hiring success in 2025. We are thrilled to announce that 25% of all new hires to date this year have come directly from your invaluable employee referrals!
This isn’t just a number; it’s a testament to the incredible talent within our organization and your belief in our company’s mission and culture. When you refer someone, you’re not just helping us fill a position; you’re bringing in individuals who are often high-performers, highly motivated, ready to contribute from day one and statistically tend to stay with our organization longer.
Your referrals are a true competitive advantage for us. They help us:
- Attract top-tier talent who might not otherwise discover us.
- Strengthen our company culture by bringing in people who align with our values.
- Reduce the time and cost for the College associated with finding exceptional candidates.
- Ultimately, drive our collective innovation, success, and growth.
Thank you for putting your trust and your network on the line for our company. Your willingness to share your positive experiences and recommend talented individuals speaks volumes about your dedication and pride in what we do here. A special thank you to our supervisors for your leadership and involvement in making NMC a great place to work!
We are truly fortunate to have such a committed and engaged team. Please keep those fantastic referrals coming! Your efforts make a tangible difference to our community every single day.
With immense gratitude and pride,
The Human Resources Team
Jun 23, 2025 | HR Corner, Intercom
The following employees are celebrating an anniversary soon. Please join us in congratulating them!
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Jun 23, 2025 | HR Corner, Intercom
Kudos to our Enrollment Services Directors, Lisa vonReichbauer, Jim Patterson, Alyssa Irani and Lisa Eiden. The Directors in Enrollment Services are team players! They listened to staff’s request at our ES Department retreat, set expectations/goals for the department and are following though! Go team!!
Kudos to Ben Herman and Facilities. Ben and the entire Facilities team helped organize and execute the emptying and freshening up of faculty offices in Scholars Hall in anticipation of welcoming Business faculty and staff to the building. With Beckett undergoing similar changes, it became necessary to relocate Business, Social Science, and Communications faculty, especially moving instructors out of the SH115 pod and into their new offices. Ben was quick to answer questions, provide needed moving supplies like boxes and solve any problems that developed during the painting, refurbishing and moving process. He coordinated with other NMC staff to facilitate the moving of computers and telephones, and he made sure that everything was clearly and promptly communicated to all those involved. Such a labor-intensive and detailed task went smoothly with the guidance of Ben and the Facilities team.
Kudos to Jim Gullen. Jim was instrumental in helping to provide research and planning in our successful effort to secure our recent $120,000 workforce development contract with MI Works.
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!
Jun 23, 2025 | HR Corner, Intercom
These employees recently started working at the college. Let’s welcome them to the NMC community!
- Christina LaMie, supplemental employee — Learning Services Office Assistant
- Leah Waterstripe, student employee — Environmental Science Lab Assistant
- Evyn Morgan-Huchison, supplemental employee — Learning Services Office Assistant
Jun 20, 2025 | Intercom
The NMC Board of Trustees will hold its regular monthly meeting Monday, June 23 at 5:30 p.m. in Timothy J. Nelson Innovation Center, Room 106/107. At the meeting, a candidate will be chosen to fill the Board of Trustees seat vacated by former trustee Chris Bott earlier this month. The six eligible applicants, who must reside in Grand Traverse County, are:
- Brad Akers, Traverse City
- Lance Boehmer, Traverse City
- Myk Garn, Interlochen
- Jody Lundquist, Traverse City
- Leah Moskovitz, Traverse City
- Kevin Query. Traverse City
Bott resigned from NMC’s Board of Trustees effective June 9. The new trustee will serve until the next regular community college election in November 2026. At that time voters will choose a candidate to serve the remainder of the term held by Bott, which expires December 31, 2028.
More information is available here.
For more information, please contact the President’s office at (231) 995-1010.
Jun 18, 2025 | Intercom
TRAVERSE CITY – Katharine Marvin has been named vice president of College Advancement at Northwestern Michigan College, leading the NMC Foundation, Dennos Museum Center, WNMC Radio and International Affairs Forum.
Katharine Marvin (download high-resolution photo)Marvin brings to the role a decade of experience at the NMC Foundation, most recently as director of Development & Alumni Relations. She was an integral part of the team that exceeded the $35 million goal of NMC’s first-ever comprehensive campaign, Be What’s Possible, by 14 percent. That campaign raised $40.3 million between 2016- 2021.
“Katharine’s leadership, relationships and deep college history will be critical to us as we execute our strategic plan, campus master plan, and brand strategy over the next several years.” said NMC President Nick Nissley. “As we ramp up for our next fundraising campaign, her proven results will drive our future successes.”
Marvin, 35, of Traverse City, was named this year’s recipient of the NMC Staff Excellence Award. Her achievements included securing $1.4 million in gifts for a wide range of programs, including Nursing, Culinary, Construction Technology, Aviation, WNMC and the International Affairs Forum. Notably, her proactive approach to fundraising has cultivated relationships that have blossomed into significant future investments, exemplified by a $500,000 planned gift made this year and designated for aviation scholarships.
“I’m thrilled to lead the teams of colleagues I know so well already, as well as to steward the college’s strong support from donors,” Marvin said. “It’s truly a privilege to be able to further NMC’s mission of delivering llifelong learning opportunities, commitment to student success, and legacy as a community cornerstone that will celebrate 75 years in 2026.”
Marvin joined NMC in 2016 as an annual giving specialist. She rose to director of annual giving in 2019, director of development in 2022 and director of development and alumni relations in 2024. She also taught as an adjunct faculty member at NMC from 2017-21. She earned both a bachelor’s degree and a master’s degree from the University of Michigan in 2011 and 2015, respectively.
Release Date: June 18, 2025
For more information:
Cari Noga
NMC Communications Director
cnoga@nmc.edu
(231) 392-1800 (Call or text)
NON-DISCRIMINATION POLICY NOTICE
Northwestern Michigan College does not discriminate in admission, campus activities, education, employment, housing, public accommodation or public service on the basis of age, color, creed, disability, gender identity/expression, handicap, height, marital or familial status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, service in the military, veteran’s status, weight, or any other legally protected status under federal, state, or local law. No act of retaliation shall occur to any person making a charge, filing a complaint, testifying or participating in any discrimination investigation or proceeding. nmc.edu/non-discrimination
Jun 18, 2025 | President Updates
Dear NMC community,
It’s my pleasure to announce that Katharine Marvin is NMC’s new vice president of college advancement. I’m so pleased to have Katharine take on this role at a critical juncture for NMC, as we stand on the cusp of our next strategic plan, launching a revitalized brand, and celebrating our 75th anniversary.
Katharine’s decade of experience with the Foundation, most recently as director of Development & Alumni Relations, will be vital to us as we execute these plans over the next several years. Already, her fundraising work has been key to the first project in the campus master plan, the aviation hangar, which will open for fall semester. As we ramp up for our next fundraising campaign, her proven results will help drive our success. She was an integral part of the team that exceeded the goal of our first-ever comprehensive campaign, Be What’s Possible, raising $40.3 million between 2016- 2021. She also taught as an adjunct faculty member at NMC from 2017-21.
As you know, Katharine is this year’s recipient of the NMC Staff Excellence Award. Her achievements this past year included securing $1.4 million in gifts for a wide range of programs, including Nursing, Culinary, Construction Technology, Aviation, WNMC and the International Affairs Forum. Notably, her proactive approach to fundraising has cultivated relationships that have blossomed into significant future investments, exemplified by a $500,000 planned gift made this year and designated for aviation scholarships.
In addition to the Foundation, Katharine’s portfolio will also include the Dennos Museum Center, WNMC Radio, and the International Affairs Forum.
I’m thrilled to be working with Katharine even more closely. When you see her around campus, please congratulate her.
Nick
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Nick Nissley, Ed.D. | President | Northwestern Michigan College | 231.995.1010
Jun 16, 2025 | Intercom, Media Mentions
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.
Glen Lake Woman’s Club awards $21K in college scholarships
Glen Arbor Sun, June 16 (more…)
Jun 16, 2025 | Intercom
NMC’s 75th anniversary begins in 2026 and we’re taking the recognition of the Outstanding Alumni award tradition to the next level — by recognizing the Top 75 Alumni who’ve helped shape the legacy of our college over the past seven decades.
Do you know a remarkable NMC grad who’s made a difference? Whether they’re a recent graduate or a trailblazer from years past, we want to hear their story!
Nominations and self nominations are open through September 12, 2025. Final selections will be announced in late fall.
For more information or questions, please call (231) 995-2826 or email alumni@nmc.edu
What We’re Looking For:
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- Nominees must have completed at least one academic course, degree, or certificate at NMC
- Achieved notable professional success in their field or career
- Championed lifelong learning and used their NMC experience to benefit society or the college
- Demonstrated integrity, respect, and professionalism, living out the mission and values of NMC
When submitting your nomination, be sure to include as much detail as possible — including achievements, dates, roles held and any supporting information that tells their story.
Let’s shine a spotlight on the alumni who’ve made NMC proud — and inspire future generations to do the same.
Jun 16, 2025 | Intercom
Alumni Relations is postponing their annual outing to the TC Pit Spitters this summer, but we’ve got the next best thing!
NMC community members can grab a ticket to any Pit Spitters game that fits their schedule. Use promo code NMC to redeem a Pit Spitters ticket to a game of your choosing. Your seat’s waiting!
Jun 16, 2025 | Intercom, Student News
To find these selections and more, browse our full collection of Library of Things in the online catalog.
Outdoors & Recreation
Telescope
Discover the wonders of the night sky with the Gysker 80mm AZ Space Astronomical Refractor Telescope! This versatile and beginner-friendly telescope is designed to offer clear, detailed views of celestial objects, making it ideal for stargazers of all ages. This model offers an 80mm aperture and 400mm focal length for bright, crisp views of the moon, planets, and star clusters. The sturdy, adjustable tripod and easy-to-use mount make setup and tracking simple. Lightweight and portable, this telescope is perfect for backyard astronomy or taking on the go!
Laser tag set
Strap on your vest, grab a gun, and transform any space into a battle zone for a high-intensity laser tag war! Lives and team data are automatically synced, and LCDs on the vests and guns allow you to check your status, even in the heat of battle – without having to rely on lights or audio.The set also includes an innovative charging station to replenish all the gear at once easily. Run, hide, roll, take aim, and eliminate your enemies to win the game!
Pickleball set
Let’s face it – pickleball is a hot sport right now! Get in on the fun with this 4-person pickleball set, most suitable for beginner to intermediate players. Complete with paddles, outdoor balls, and a convenient carrying case, this set has everything you need to get your pickle on! Pair with our portable pickleball net to play your match anywhere with a hard, flat surface!
Portable pickleball net
This portable net system is perfect for pickleball enthusiasts who want the freedom to play anywhere! The included carrying bag makes it easy to transport the net to different locations and the lightweight design ensures that no heavy equipment will burden you with your gear. Enjoy the convenience of having everything you need in one place, with a straightforward set up that requires no tools and can be assembled in minutes!
Giant chess, checkers & chess tac toe
Play a classic game of checkers anywhere on this giant 4×4 ft vintage-style canvas checkerboard! Then, flip the discs to battle your opponent in chess. Finally, flip over the mat to play chess tac toe, a simple and strategic game, perfect for all ages!
Portable picnic table
The table is made with light-weight aluminum making it easy to pack up and carry – when folded the table forms a self-carry case that can be stored almost anywhere. It also comes with a built-in hole in the center of the table to hold an umbrella for shade. Whether planning a picnic in the park, camping or just enjoying your own backyard, this table makes it easy to provide seating for you and your crew!
Instant canopy pop-up tent
Experience quick and hassle-free assembly with this pop-up canopy, requiring just three simple steps for complete setup in less than 5 minutes! The waterproof canopy cover, fortified with UV protection coating, ensures not only protection from harmful sun rays but also creates a cool and relaxing haven on scorching summer days. Enjoy instant shade with ease, making every outdoor moment comfortable and sheltered!
Stargazing kit
This kit includes a powerful 600-lumen rechargeable headlamp for versatile, hands-free illumination, plus a red light option to preserve night vision. It also features a rechargeable red flashlight designed specifically for astronomy to maintain dark adaptation. A USB to USB-C charging cable keeps your devices powered on the go. Finally, the kit comes with a handy Pocket Guide to the Night Sky of North America, perfect for identifying constellations and celestial events. All items are neatly organized in a durable carrying case, making it easy to take your stargazing essentials anywhere.
Kubb
Often called Viking Chess, Kubb is a classic Swedish lawn game that blends strategy and skill. It can be played on grass, sand, or even snow, making it a versatile choice for outdoor gatherings! The objective is to knock down your opponent’s blocks and ultimately the King, but only after clearing all other blocks.
Tech
Mini projector
This projector delivers bright, clear images with 170 lumens of white brightness and native 1080p resolution, ensuring crisp visuals in various lighting conditions. Integrated WiFi and two-way Bluetooth 5.1 enable seamless wireless mirroring and high-quality audio through built-in speakers without extra equipment. The zoom function allows flexible image sizing from 40″ to 200″ screens, supported by a 600:1 contrast ratio for deeper blacks and vibrant colors. Its compact, portable design makes it easy to carry and set up anywhere!
Projection screen
This 100 inch portable projection screen is suitable for either indoor or outdoor use and can be assembled with ease – no tools required. Pair with our mini projector for on-the-go entertainment or presentations!
Jun 13, 2025 | Intercom
The Board of Trustees Building and Site Committee will meet at 2:30 p.m. on Tuesday, June 17 in the Parsons-Stulen Building, Room 106, on NMC’s Aero Park campus. The official meeting notice is available here.
For more information, please contact the President’s office at (231) 995-1010.
NON-DISCRIMINATION POLICY NOTICE
Northwestern Michigan College does not discriminate in admission, campus activities, education, employment, housing, public accommodation or public service on the basis of age, color, creed, disability, gender identity/expression, handicap, height, marital or familial status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, service in the military, veteran’s status, weight, or any other legally protected status under federal, state, or local law. No act of retaliation shall occur to any person making a charge, filing a complaint, testifying or participating in any discrimination investigation or proceeding. nmc.edu/non-discrimination
Jun 13, 2025 | Intercom
TRAVERSE CITY — The community is invited to five free concerts this summer, presented by Northwestern Michigan College’s Concert Band and Jazz Band. The schedule is as follows:
NMC Summer Concert Band
Thursday, June 26 – Traverse City Senior Center, 7 p.m.
Thursday, July 3 – Glen Arbor Township Park on M-22, 7:30 p.m.
Friday, July 18 – Milliken Auditorium, 7:30 p.m.
NMC Jazz Band
Saturday, July 5 – Grand Traverse Civic Center, 7 p.m.
Saturday, July 26 – Milliken Auditorium, 7:30 p.m.
Concert Band and Jazz Band are two of several performance ensembles open to both college students and community members. Find out more here.
RELEASE DATE: JUNE 13, 2025
For more information:
Cari Noga
NMC Communications Director
cnoga@nmc.edu
(231) 392-1800 (Call or text)
NON-DISCRIMINATION POLICY NOTICE
Northwestern Michigan College does not discriminate in admission, campus activities, education, employment, housing, public accommodation or public service on the basis of age, color, creed, disability, gender identity/expression, handicap, height, marital or familial status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, service in the military, veteran’s status, weight, or any other legally protected status under federal, state, or local law. No act of retaliation shall occur to any person making a charge, filing a complaint, testifying or participating in any discrimination investigation or proceeding. nmc.edu/non-discrimination
Jun 11, 2025 | Intercom, Student News
June 11, 2025
Selling your small family business to the next generation may just be the apex of the American dream, but even though Wayne Moody (above right) has already achieved that, the road ahead still includes ambitions for the NMC Automotive Technology coordinator.
In his 20 years leading the program, Moody’s influence already extends to almost every car repair shop in the region, where his many graduates work. With his time and focus now exclusively on the program following the November 2023 sale of D & W Automotive, the shop he opened in 1986, to daughter Lynnett Vanderwal (right, with Wayne) and her husband Ben – both NMC grads – Moody’s influence is only poised to grow.
Automotive Technology is expecting its largest enrollment ever this fall. The program now leads NMC’s participation in the Baja endurance race series, competing alongside major four-year universities. And just this month Automotive Technology was awarded $120,000 in state workforce development funds to scale up its electrical vehicle (EV) training.
“That’s a big deal for us,” Moody said.
In fact, as EVs grow in popularity, it’s crucial to the whole northern Michigan economy, since NMC is the only provider of EV-specific training in the region, said Tami Wolverton, regional director of workforce programming at Northwest Michigan Works!, which collaborated with NMC to receive the funding.
“This partnership is a critical step toward preparing our region for the future of transportation,” Wolverton said. “This investment helps ensure that Northern Michigan remains at the forefront of automotive innovation.”
NMC also recently invested in a $40,000 tool for adjusting and aligning automatic driver assistance systems (ADAS), another newer vehicle technology, Moody said.
Meanwhile, as D&W approaches its 40th anniversary, the Vanderwals also are thriving. Last year, their first full year of ownership of the shop in Blair Township, it was named a top 100 independent repair shop.
“I’m just really proud of the legacy my dad has created here,” said Lynnett, a 2010 NMC alumnus who manages the office in addition to co-ownership. D&W’s reputation, especially for transmission service, draws customers from as far as Petoskey and Grand Rapids, she said.
Lynnett estimates the shop has hired between 7 and 10 NMC automotive students, one as recently as last month.
Moody also set an example for his students by earning his own degree at NMC. He was initially hired as an adjunct in 2002 directly from industry.
“I thought it was time to practice what I preached. I enrolled in NMC and in 2015 I got my degree from NMC. I actually walked with my own students,” he said.
Now 66, Moody says he has students ready for retirement, but he’s not. Besides his work at NMC, he handles the occasional vintage car repair back at D&W, and mentors the third generation. His 13-year-old granddaughter has helped him rebuild a transmission already, Lynnett said.
“He’s really created a culture and a legacy that lives on,” she said.
Jun 11, 2025 | Intercom
TRAVERSE CITY — Northwestern Michigan College is excited to announce the return of the annual Scholarship Open golf tournament following a four-year hiatus on Wednesday, August 6 at the Grand Traverse Resort & Spa.
Presented by Bill and Susie Janis, the Scholarship Open is now open for golfer, sponsor and volunteer registration as well as raffle prize donors. It includes an 18-hole scramble on the award-winning Bear or Wolverine course at the Grand Traverse Resort and Spa in Acme, food and prizes. Golfers may register as a team or individual at nmc.edu/golf.
First held in 1982, the Scholarship Open has raised over $2 million for scholarships, making higher education accessible for NMC students.
Release date: June 2, 2025
For more information:
Katharine Marvin
NMC Foundation
kmarvin@nmc.edu
(231) 995-1030
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Jun 11, 2025 | Intercom
The NMC Board of Trustees Executive Committee will meet Thursday, June 12 at 2 p.m. in the President’s Office Conference Room in the Tanis Building on NMC’s Front Street Campus. More information is available here.
For more information, please contact the President’s office at (231) 995-1010.
Jun 10, 2025 | Intercom
TRAVERSE CITY — The Board of Trustees of Northwestern Michigan College (NMC) is beginning the process of replacing Trustee Chris M. Bott after he resigned from his position this week.
Citing personal reasons, Bott announced Monday/June 9 he is stepping down from the board effective immediately. In a letter to Board Chair Laura Oblinger, Bott wrote, “Serving on the board has been a privilege and I will miss it. The opportunity to give back to the college that helped me and many in my family take their first steps to higher education has been rewarding.”
Bott was appointed in May of 2015 to fill a Board of Trustee term vacancy, elected to a six-year term in 2016, and re-elected in 2022. During his tenure he served as Chair for three years, from January 2019 to January 2022, as well as a member of the Michigan Community College Association Board of Directors.
He is also a 1983 NMC graduate, earning an associate degree in accountancy. Bott’s six siblings also earned their associate degrees from NMC, as did his three children. He is a partner at Hofstra, Bott & Kraft , P.C., Certified Public Accountants.
“NMC is better because of Trustee Bott’s decade of service,” Oblinger said. “His tenure as board chair spanned both a college presidential transition and the pandemic. His capable leadership and passionate dedication as an alumnus helped NMC move forward. We thank him and wish him all the best.”
Michigan law gives the college 30 days to fill this position. Registered voters of Grand Traverse County are eligible to apply for the vacancy and online applications are encouraged. Commitments for the non-compensated trustee position include but are not limited to the following:
- Regular board meeting, typically the fourth Monday of the month at 5:30 p.m.
- Board study sessions and committee meetings scheduled as required
- Annual Board retreat—sometimes overnight
- Participation in other college functions including commencement, receptions, ceremonies, events
- Travel periodically for purposes of professional development and representing the college at various state and national association meetings. Trustee travel is paid by NMC.
Applicants should submit a letter of interest and materials explaining their qualifications for the position via online submission. Applications must be received by 5 p.m. June 19, 2025. In addition to online submission, they may be emailed to lmoritz@nmc.edu or sent or delivered to:
Trustee Search
Office of the President
Northwestern Michigan College
1701 East Front Street
Traverse City, MI 49686
Application materials are subject to the Michigan Freedom of Information Act. Interviews will be conducted in public meetings according to the Michigan Open Meetings Act.
At their next regularly scheduled meeting, to be held at 5:30 p.m. June 23 in the Timothy J. Nelson Innovation Center room 106/107 and via livestream, trustees will interview candidates and vote to fill the vacancy until the next NMC Board of Trustees election, set for November 2026. At that time, voters will choose a candidate to serve the remainder of the term held by Bott, which expires December 31, 2028.
Additional materials are available upon request and questions may be directed to the President’s Office at Northwestern Michigan College at (231) 995-1010.
Release date: June 10, 2025
For more information:
Cari Noga
NMC Communications Director
cnoga@nmc.edu
(231) 392-1800 (Call or text)
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