NMC choirs take the stage
More than 300 singers will take the Lars Hockstad Auditorium stage Feb. 23 for a wide-ranging choral performance. (more…)
The Rise of the Asian Tigers: Lessons for Beijing
Asia’s explosive economic growth has lifted hundreds of millions out of poverty and created economic success stories where plantations and jungles previously stood. As the International Affairs Forum begins its special focus on Asia, join Frankfort-based business executive Jep Gruman for “The Rise of the Asian Tigers: Lessons for Beijing” at the next IAF lecture, set for 6 p.m. Feb. 20 in Milliken Auditorium. (more…)
Tickets on sale for Vagina Monologues Feb. 22
Tickets are now on sale for the third annual local production of “The Vagina Monologues,” to be held at 7 p.m. Feb. 22 in Milliken Auditorium. (more…)
Welcome to NMC Anndrea!
Anndrea Terry joined the NMC staff as a Human Resources Assistant on February 10, 2014. She can be reached at 995-2612 or aterry@nmc.edu.
Anndrea grew up in Warren, MI and went to college at Rochester College for her undergraduate degree and graduated from Oakland University with a Master’s in Counseling and specialized in Wellness Counseling. Anndrea moved to Traverse City and worked as a Crisis Couselor at Third Level Crisis Center for the past two years. She is also a Certified Yoga Teacher. Anndrea loves reading about health and wellness, spending time at the beach with her husband Steven and crafting.
GVSU Master of Social Work Open House, Feb. 19
Learn more about Grand Valley State University’s Master of Social Work program offered in Traverse City. (more…)
West Hall Dining’s Valentine’s dinner special
In honor of Valentines, the cafeteria in West Hall will be featuring a special menu on Thursday, Feb. 13 from 4-6pm. Prime rib with your choice of starch, veggies, garlic toast and add a slice of cheese cake for dessert! Don’t miss out on this yummy meal! (more…)
Welcome to NMC!
Please join us in welcoming these new additions to our NMC staff! (more…)
Employee anniversaries
The following employees are celebrating an anniversary soon. Please join us in congratulating them!
Position vacancies
Are you looking for career opportunities or a job on campus? Find it here! https://jobs.nmc.edu/ (more…)
Benefits corner- 2014 Benefits Summaries for regular full-time and part-time employees now available
The Benefits Summaries for regular full-time and part-time employees have been updated for 2014 and can be found on the following webpage: https://www.nmc.edu/departments/human-resources/salaries-benefits/index.html When you go to visit that page, take some time to browse through the other sections related to salaries and benefits. In particular, if you go down to the Details and Links to Other Resources section, you can find more detailed information about our specific benefits plans.
If you have any questions about your benefits, feel free to contact HR at 995-1362 or 995-1025. (more…)
FAFSA assistance in February
Student Financial Services staff will host several financial aid workshops in February to assist students and families with filing the FAFSA for the upcoming (2014-2015) academic year. (more…)
Nursing information session
Please join us for a Nursing Information Session on Wednesday, February 26 from 4:00-6:00 p.m. in the Biederman building, room 38. This session will better acquaint you with our Nursing program, review admissions criteria and discuss program policies and procedures. If you are interested in attending the Nursing Information Session please complete the registration form available on the Advising Center webpage (www.nmc.edu/advising). (more…)
Heart healthy Valentine’s Day specials all week at West Hall Food Court
Heart healthy curves specials will be served all this week during lunch at the West Hall Food Court. From February 10-14, 11:00 a.m. till 1:00 p.m. enjoy the following yummy and good for you special dishes!
Grand Valley nursing advising event coming to University Center
Grand Valley State University is offering advising for RN-BSN or MSN interested students at the NMC University Center on February 20 from 1:00-7:00 p.m.
Learn more about their hybrid program!
Reserve an appointment today by calling (231) 995-1785 or email nminfo@gvsu.edu.
Welcome to NMC Ben!
Ben Minor joined the NMC staff as Maritime Engineering Instructor on February 5, 2014. He can be reached at 995-1301 or bminor@nmc.edu.
Ben grew up in Newport, Oregon and graduated from the University of Oregon with a BS in Sociology. After graduating from the U of O he lived in Park City UT for eight years where he was a self proclaimed “ski bum” and ski lift technician. In 2003 Ben moved to Traverse City to attend the Great Lakes Maritime Academy. Since graduating in 2006, he has been sailing on a variety of ocean going ships. This last January Ben earned his Chief Engineers License.
His wife Genevieve is the Media Specialist (librarian) at West Senior High, and they have two children: Charlie 6, and Matthew 4. Ben says they are all very excited for him to be home more with his new position. (more…)
Welcome to NMC Jenny!
Jenifer Hanrahan joined NMC as Admissions Assistant on February 3, 2014. She can be reached at 995-1054 or jhanrahan@nmc.edu.
Jenny grew up in Grand Rapids and moved to Traverse City 30 years ago to be with her husband, Paul. They will celebrate their 30th anniversary this September! She graduated from Grand Rapids Junior College, and Central Michigan University with a degree in Business Administration. She previously worked at the local Home Builders Association as the Membership and Education Director and prior to that West Senior High School as a Para-professional working with technology.
Jenny is the proud mother of four children – Joseph, 26, Emma, 25, David, 22 and William, 20. She also calls herself a “recovering hockey mom” as she spent 20 years supporting her children’s participation in local hockey programs through their high school years. She does not have any grandchildren – but is the proud grandmother to a couple of very handsome grand dogs!
Wellness updates: January winners & February Winter Games
Congrats to our winners of the January monthly mini challenge. (more…)
Seeking faculty members to participate in “Meet and Eats”
As a continuation of last year’s successful Meet and Eat, faculty members are invited to volunteer to serve lunch at the cafeteria from 11 am – 1 pm on the following Meet and Eat dates: (more…)
Instragram at NMC!
We want you to share what’s happening at NMC on Instagram! Whether you’re out and about on campus, in a classroom teaching an interesting lecture, or just enjoying some delicious soup from the cafeteria, we want to know about it! First, follow us on Instagram @NMCdotEDU. Then tag us in the photos you upload at any of the NMC campuses. Add a filter and a caption, and while you’re at it, add to our photo collection with the hashtag #NMCinPhotos!
We can’t wait to see your photos!
NMC Improv group seeks members
An exciting new student group is looking for new additions to join them in their improvisation fun! NMC Improv says the group’s mission is, “To share the creativity and pure fun in improvisational acting. We are open to anyone of any acting level.” Want to join their spontaneous and creative group? Be sure to mark your calendar and plan to attend their meetings happening weekly on Saturdays at 3:00 p.m. in Scholars Hall, room 217.
Want more information about NMC Improv? Contact Alex Bondar at abondar@nmc.edu or (586) 214-8588. -OR- Faculty Advisor: Cortnie Thompson at cthompson@nmc.edu or (231) 995-1405.
Small Works Art Sale at the Dennos Museum Center
The Dennos Museum Center is offering artists an opportunity to create and sell original art work in the museum’s 6th annual Small Works art sale from May 15-18, 2014. (more…)
Kudos!
Kudos to the following people and departments! (more…)
Welcome to NMC!
Please join us in welcoming these new additions to our NMC staff!
Corey Yantz joined NMC as a student tutor on February 4, 2014. He can be reached at (231) 995-1828 or cyantz@nmc.edu.
Adam Raupp joined NMC as Dining Room/Kitchen Assistant on February 7, 2014. He can be reached at (231) 995-1376 or araupp@nmc.edu.
Kelsey Karbowski joined NMC as a Test Proctor in Supplemental Learning Services on February 10, 2014. She can be reached at (231) 995-3021 or kkarbowski@nmc.edu.
Benefits corner: Assist America service through Priority Health
Are you or a dependent planning a trip outside of the Traverse City area? If you are enrolled in NMC’s medical insurance, you have coverage through Priority Health to a service called Assist America. If a member, spouse or dependent becomes ill or injured while traveling more than 100 miles from home or is in a foreign country, Assist America provides support with medical referrals, monitoring, evacuation, repatriation and more. (more…)
Employee anniversaries
The following employees are celebrating an anniversary soon. Please join us in congratulating them! (more…)