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Kudos to the Enrollment Services Team – Cathryn Claerhout, Cindy Deemer, Georgenia Hromada, Jason Smith, Jessica Johnson, Jessie Elliott, Judy Arnold, Judy Druskovich, Julie Hansen, Kaite Lemkie, Katie Malone, Kevin D’Alessandro, Kristi Hallett, Linda Berlin, Lindsay Reed, Lisa Wilmeth, Praju Nivargi, Rorie Kawula, Scott Herzberg, Shannon Friedgen, Sheila Rupp, Sue Newman and Travce Holka – During the past two months, the Enrollment Services Team (Admissions, Records & Registration, Student Financial Services) has done a phenomenal job phasing in the new “One Stop Shop”. They have been bravely smiling through getting new duties, computers, phones and offices. The team is displaying grit, patience, and perseverance while keeping a sense of humor and positive environment for students.
Kudos to Don Cunningham and Todd Haines – A huge thank you to Don, Todd, and the facilities workers for their assistance when the air conditioning went out at the University Center impacting the GVSU Physician Assistant Studies program! Their mid-term exam and practicum was scheduled and we were able to move the students into an area of the University Center that had working AC, which involved moving medical beds, tables, chairs and other equipment. They also helped advocate for our students to have a standalone air conditioning unit in the lab room and ITV room which we could not move. Thank you for your efforts in keeping a comfortable environment for our students to learn.
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Kudos to Roy Bartle– I attended the teacher workshop at NMC this past week, and Roy went above and beyond in providing food for all of us teachers; breakfast was supposed to start at 7:30, but many of us were awake and needing coffee earlier than that; Roy made coffee and food available earlier each day, having coffee and fruit and breads available at 6:45!! He chatted with each of us and answered our many questions about the area, he bent over backwards to make us feel comfortable, he just did an amazing job and we are all so very thankful for his hospitality and hard work!!!
Kudos to Deb Patterson for her scheduling prowess and her ability to manage customer needs with manageability. There are a number of behind the scenes logistics that she has to consider for every event on campus. Deb has many customers on and off campus and she does a great job making everything work and most people reschedule for the next year! Thanks Deb for all of your hard work!
Kudos to Jeffrey Cobb, director of Canticum Novum, Peggy Johnson served as piano accompanist, and Mike Hunter assisted with percussion as they led this choir to a performance in Carnegie Hall, June 24, 2017. This choir performed in area churches and Milliken Auditorium with classical and contemporary compositions in a variety of languages. These NMC employees deserve kudos! Bravo!!
Kudos to Chef Bob Rodriquez and a group of students and area chefs once again worked with the Detroit Red Wings Hockey Organization while they held their Prospect Camp at Center Ice in Traverse City. Bob and his volunteer students worked with the Detroit Red Wings Dietician, Lisa McDowell, to create and prepare food that delivered maximum nutrition and fuel for the hockey players’ bodies. This event was highlighted by the cooking class put on at the GLCI for the players. Players rotated through 9 stations where they learned to prepare healthy foods using only 5 ingredients each. Way to go Chef Bob, once again sharing your skills and knowledge with others.
The contest will close on July 14th, but steps can be entered until July 21. We will announce the employee/teams with the highest steps after the 21st!
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Dear Colleagues,
I have some good news to report from our state leaders today. Governor Snyder has signed the fiscal year 2018 budget which finalizes several important items for NMC.
This signing marks the end of the legislature’s annual budget process. The budget spends $16.6 billion on school, colleges and universities. It also includes final approval for NMC’s multi-million dollar 21st Century Innovation Center project, a slight 2% increase in our state funding formula allocation and a $1 million investment in the Michigan Transfer Network (MTN) to modernize the MTN website and increase accessibility to information about college and university credit transfers.
The inclusion of these priorities for NMC and community colleges statewide would not have been possible were it not for the leadership of our elected officials, and I would like to personally thank those leaders who represent us in Northern Michigan including Representative Inman, Senator Schmidt and Senator Booher.
In addition, I believe this budget shows the state’s commitment to community colleges and the work that we do every day preparing learners for success through a competency based, knowledge application furthering their pursuit of social and economic success. We are excited to move forward with the West Hall Innovation Center and we will continue to update you on the project.
Timothy J. Nelson, President
1701 E. Front Street Traverse City, MI
Phone: (231) 995-1010
Thank you all for everything you do in pursuit of “Keeping Learning at the Center.”
This section recognizes the good work being done and linkages to the Strategic Directions (SD) and Institutional Effectiveness Criteria (IE) are provided where possible. (more…)
As a member of the NMC community, you understand how education changes lives. But did you know that you can use payroll deduction to make a charitable gift to support the area of the college that you love? Simply fill out the Google form at employees.nmc.edu/give (login required). You can make a gift to your favorite NMC program or to the Annual Fund, which addresses the college’s greatest needs — making a difference for every student every day.
The gift of education lasts a lifetime. Thank you for all that you do for NMC and its students!
If you are planning to complete a degree or certificate this year, then you must apply to graduate to begin the graduation process. Applying for graduation is the process by which a student notifies NMC they are nearing completion of their degree requirements and they plan to graduate and receive a diploma or certificate.
The Graduation Application form is available at this link: https://www.nmc.edu/student-services/records-registration/forms/application-for-degree.pdf or in the Records & Registration Office on the main floor of the Tanis Building. Once you submit the form to the Records Office, it will trigger an official audit of your coursework. You will receive a copy of that audit with a confirmation of your graduation status and any pending or outstanding requirements.
The Graduation Application should be submitted at least one semester before the semester you anticipate completing your degree or certificate program requirements. Students planning to graduate this Summer 2017 and Fall 2017 should submit this form now!
Submitting the Graduation Application also ensures your diploma is ordered and your name is included for Spring Commencement planning. If you have any questions about graduation, please contact the Records & Registration Office at 995-1049 or records-registration@nmc.edu.
Read about what our Training Services team is up to including upcoming classes that you may be able to take for free using the tuition reimbursement benefit: http://mailchi.mp/nmc/nmc-training-services-july-2017-newsletter?e=a648970e93.
In this edition, learn about two recent NMC Lean Office Champions’ reflections on the class, Michigan Tech’s lean journey, the upcoming annual Michigan Lean Conference, and how Netflix reinvented HR.
Online: nmc.edu/self-service, under Student Billing:
In person: Payments by cash, check, or money order can be made at Student Financial Services (Tanis Bldg., main level)
By mail: Please note your NMC ID on your check.
NMC Student Financial Services
1701 E. Front Street
Traverse City, MI 49686
Explore payment options: nmc.edu/cashier
Questions? (231) 995-1035 or sfs@nmc.edu
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The deadline for the summer semester’s round of Innovation Grant applications is August 1, 2017. Applications must be submitted to your area Vice President by this date.
It is strongly recommended that you discuss your proposal idea with your Vice President before developing the full proposal. VPs do have the authority to reject an application but can also provide valuable feedback to help develop great proposals that are more likely to be successful!
Find more information about innovation grants here: nmc.edu/about/foundation/about-the-foundation/grants/
Or check out the “quick links” on the NMC Foundation’s home page at nmc.edu/foundation
Please note that ALL applicants are required to do a 5 minute presentation for the committee plus plan 5 minutes for Q&A.
TRAVERSE CITY — During its regular monthly meeting, the Board of Trustees for Northwestern Michigan College unanimously approved a balanced budget and set tuition rates and fees for the fall 2017 and spring/summer 2018 semesters.
General tuition rates for residents will not change for in-district students, leaving the rate at $103.70 per contact hour. The Board approved changes to the general fee, which supports technology and facility infrastructure upgrades and student activities. In-district students will now pay a total of $30.50 in fees per contact hour. The Board eliminated the student registration and application fee. NMC’s in-district tuition is the 13th lowest of the state’s community colleges and is 75 percent lower than the average public universities in Michigan.
“Northwestern Michigan College is committed to providing our learners with world class educational opportunities, while limiting barriers, including affordability,” said Timothy J. Nelson, president, Northwestern Michigan College. “We are proud of the work we have done to limit the financial impact on learners by remaining agile and responsive in a rapidly changing environment. We will have more work ahead of us, but are dedicated to keeping NMC as the top choice for our learners.”
College leaders have been working to make the institution more efficient and lower costs, including reducing 16 positions through restructuring in the last four years and offering a voluntary separation plan this year. Those efforts combined with support from donors, lawmakers and community members are helping the college achieve its goals.
For 2017-2018, NMC’s revenue will be 21 percent from state aid, 22 percent from local property tax, 52 percent from tuition and fees and four percent from other sources.
| Category | 2016-2017 Tuition | 2017-18 Tuition |
| In-District | $103.70 | $103.70 |
| Out-of-District | $205.30 | $215.60 |
| Out-of-State | $267.65 | $281.00 |
| International | $302.35 | $317.50 |
Vicki Cook
Vice President for Finance and Administration
vcook@nmc.edu
(231) 995-1144
TRAVERSE CITY — Northwestern Michigan College’s Board of Trustees unanimously appointed Janie McNabb, an alumna and strategic policy consultant, to fill a vacant trustee slot on Monday. She will serve through the November 2018 election.
“I am interested in serving as a trustee in order to support the college’s role in responding to the needs of the economy, promoting lifelong learning, and providing cultural experiences to the community,” McNabb said in her application materials. “I believe that my experiences in workforce development, strategic planning, and organizational leadership will be of value to the board of trustees and to the administration. As both a former student of the college and a lifelong advocate for academic and professional training, I would consider it an honor to participate in this level of leadership for the organization.”
She has previously partnered with the college to provide job training in high-demand industries, develop programs based on employer demand and align skilled trades grants with regional planning through her work as Chief Operating Officer at Networks Northwest. She views NMC as a “critical partner to achieving our common goal of developing a quality workforce.”
McNabb attended NMC for two years before transferring to Grand Valley State University. She returned to NMC’s University Center to earn her master’s degree through Spring Arbor University.
Trustees thanked all the applicants and noted the high caliber of the applicant pool. Nine individuals applied to fill the vacancy created by Marilyn Gordon Dresser’s resignation June 1, 2017. Per Michigan law, McNabb will serve until the next election, November 2018, when voters will determine who will fill the remainder of Marilyn Gordon Dresser’s term, which expires December 31, 2020. McNabb will be eligible to run for election for that two-year term or any other open trustee term on the ballot in November 2018.
Diana Fairbanks
Executive Director of Public Relations, Marketing and Communications
dfairbanks@nmc.edu
(231) 995-1019
Editor’s Note: High resolution photo available upon request.
Tour the Traverse City campus and meet the faculty July 14th from 10 to 11 a.m. This event will be held at the NMC University Center, 2200 Dendrinos Dr., in Room 9. Faculty and academic advisors will be available to answer any questions you have about the GVSU PAS program.
For more information about the Traverse City Campus or the GVSU Physician Assistant program, please feel free to contact us at 231-995-1785 or nminfo@gvsu.edu.
To learn more, please visit www.gvsu.edu/pas.
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TRAVERSE CITY — Northwestern Michigan College will begin construction in 2018 on its new multi-million-dollar 21st Century Innovation Center after receiving final funding approval today in the Michigan legislature’s FY18 Omnibus Budget, which now goes to Governor Snyder for his signature.
Once complete, the center will combine state investments of more than seven million dollars for important renovations and modernizations of the 50-year-old West Hall with NMC-funded investments of more than seven million dollars for a new multi-story library and learning space.
“We are extremely thankful for the support that our state legislative leaders have shown NMC and the 21st Century Innovation Center,” said Timothy J. Nelson, President of Northwestern Michigan College. “Especially the support of Representative Inman and Senator Booher who both serve on the Joint Capital Outlay Committee and Senator Schmidt who has been a strong supporter in the Senate.”
The approved project received input from faculty and staff, including 270 comments during a campus-wide opening conference and 17 user group workshops led by architectural firm Stantec. The new center will encompass an approximately 54,000-square-foot facility, including both state and NMC self-funding portions. It will incorporate innovative and transformative learning environments, a new library and multiple academic and simulation spaces.
“As a result of extensive campus and community input, our program planning team agreed that for the 21st Century Innovation Center to be a success it must complement all NMC facilities, replicate none; be agile in space and technology to meet changing learning needs and encourage users to be curious, experiment, take thoughtful risks and create,” said Nelson. “As a result, once complete, this project will not only help meet our strategic direction of ensuring that NMC learners are prepared for success in a global society and economy, but also will help to enhance our ability to deliver learning through a networked workforce.”
Since 2005, among Michigan’s 28 community colleges, NMC ranks 23rd in capital outlay appropriations, having received only $650,000 in state investment. In addition, the project was one of only five community college projects to receive construction approval by the House and Senate Joint Capital Outlay Committee this year. President Nelson says, “Creating this centralized space on campus is critical for the new community college model of providing competency-based, content-based knowledge application in the pursuit of social, economic and talent development. Over the last six years, we have invested significant time and effort in requesting funding for this project. We are pleased our legislators have recognized our dedication and commitment and are helping to make this investment a reality, for our learners now and into the future.”
“Among my top priorities as a member of the Michigan House of Representatives’ Appropriations Committee and vice-chair of the Joint Capital Outlay Subcommittee on Appropriations was to fight for this capital outlay funding for Northwestern Michigan College,” said State Representative Larry Inman, 104th district, Grand Traverse County. “I am so pleased as a past NMC Outstanding Alumnus of the Year, along with Senator Schmidt and Senator Booher, that we were able to bring this project across the finish line, among the many other capital outlay projects that were considered. This is a huge win for NMC and students in our area, and to attract more students to NMC, having one of the most innovative community college campuses and learning centers in the state. I am so proud I was part of the team to get this project awarded to NMC.”
“As a longstanding supporter of Northwestern Michigan College, I am very pleased to have played a role in helping to secure resources for this significant project,” said State Senator Wayne Schmidt, who represents the 37th State Senate District in Northern Michigan. “This investment by the state will not only benefit learners in my community, but will also support innovative spaces for learners from around the state and world who are attracted to NMC for its diverse educational opportunities. I am proud of NMC for their work on this and am glad I was able to push this project across the finish line.”
State Senator Darwin Booher, representing the 35th State Senate District, said, “The 21st Century Innovation Center project expands the educational opportunities that NMC offers and helps continue to make NMC a leader in higher education in our region. As senate chair of the Capital Outlay Subcommittee, I have reviewed all of the projects submitted and know that this is one of the best projects for equipping people for the jobs of tomorrow.”
Vicki Cook
Vice President of Finance and Administration
vcook@nmc.edu
(231) 995-1144
Thank you all for everything you do in pursuit of “Keeping Learning at the Center.”
This section recognizes the good work being done and linkages to the Strategic Directions (SD) and Institutional Effectiveness Criteria (IE) are provided where possible. (more…)
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