NMC Wellness Program
Get your step trackers ready—it is time for the 3rd Annual HIT YOUR STRIDE Challenge beginning on September 23! Read about the challenge and dates here!
Employee Anniversaries
The following employees are celebrating an anniversary soon. Please join us in congratulating them! (more…)
On-Campus Jobs
Student jobs can be found on the Student MyNMC page under “Jobs On Campus.” (more…)
Position Vacancies & Supplemental Employment
Are you looking for career opportunities? Find them here! jobs.nmc.edu. (more…)
NMC Reviewing Fact Finder’s Report Recommendations In Faculty Contract Negotiations
TRAVERSE CITY — Northwestern Michigan College (NMC) is reviewing the recommendations of the Fact Finder’s Report from the Michigan Employment Relations Commission (MERC) in the ongoing contract negotiations between the college and the Faculty Association affiliates of the Michigan Education Association.
The report was released late Thursday, August 22. The college filed a petition for Fact Finding January 17, 2019 in an effort to advance negotiations following several bargaining sessions including a State of Michigan mediator. The contracts expired December 31, 2018.
Fact Finding allows a neutral, state-appointed representative to create a non-binding report on the remaining disputes.
Executive Director of Public Relations, Marketing and Communication, Diana Fairbanks said, “The college is now reviewing and evaluating the recommendations as a whole. The next step in this process is that both sides have an additional 60 days to negotiate a contract that serves the college and our communities well today and into the future.”
Release date: August 23, 2019
For more information:
Diana Fairbanks
Executive Director of Public Relations, Marketing and Communications
dfairbanks@nmc.edu
(231) 995-1019
NON-DISCRIMINATION POLICY NOTICE
Northwestern Michigan College is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, disability, genetic information, height, weight, marital status or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions. nmc.edu/non-discriminationMedia Mentions for August 26, 2019
The following college events and stories have appeared in the media in the past week. 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 Osterlin Library.
Fact-finding report favors higher salaries for NMC faculty
Record-Eagle, August 26 (more…)
Yen Yoga and Fitness Classes for NMC Employees
Check out this exclusive offer from Yen Yoga for NMC employees and those authorized for employee tuition waivers.
Currently offering more than 115 classes a week (check schedule at yenyogafitness.com), Yen Yoga is Northern Michigan’s largest class-based fitness studio, offering yoga, indoor cycling, group fitness, TRX and more. Teachers and staff at Yen Yoga know that walking into a yoga or fitness studio can be intimidating at first, so they strive to create an environment that is welcoming and non-judgmental — emphasizing mind, body, spirit and joy.
Purchase a 30-class package for $40 with a 100% tuition waiver (normally a $360 value). Start your classes anytime, September through December. It expires 12 months after the purchase date. Easy two-step signup:
- Call NMC Extended Education Services at (231) 995-1700 to enroll (payment due with enrollment);
- then call Yen Yoga and Fitness at (231) 421-5496 to sign up for your first class.
August 19 Opening Conference video
If you missed the NMC Opening Conference on Monday, August 19, would like to skim and view select sections of it, or review the conference in its entirety, you can view the video here. The agenda and a link to a PDF of the main presentation are below:
- 8:15–9:30 a.m.: Introductions and college updates
- 9:30–10 a.m.: Dr. Maureen Drysdale: Understanding reflection and models
- 10–10:30 a.m.: Some personal reflections from Tim
- 10:30–11:15 a.m.: Reflecting on the past; Planning for the future – Activity led by Dr. Drysdale
- 11:15 a.m.– 12:15 p.m.: Reporting back, observations & guiding questions for moving forward
- 12:15 p.m.: iPad Drawing & conclusion
Models of Experiential Learning & Reflection Presentation (PDF)
Pine Palooza 2019
Join NMC and community groups at our annual student fair Tuesday, Aug. 27 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on the North Hall Lawn.
Network with student groups and learn about campus services.
Free lunch and entertainment!
#NMCWELCOMEWEEKEND
Special NMC Board Meetings and a New Start Time for the August 26 Regular Board Meeting
TRAVERSE CITY — The NMC Board of Trustees will hold a series of special meetings related to the NMC presidential search process, and the board’s August 26 regular meeting start time will be delayed one hour to accommodate the presidential candidate interview schedule.
On Friday, Aug. 23 at 8 a.m., the board will meet in Room 112 at the Great Lakes Campus for orientation and a review of the process for in-person interviews of the five finalists for the position. The complete meeting agenda is available here.
On Friday, Aug. 23, Monday, Aug. 26, Tuesday Aug. 27, Wednesday, Aug. 28 and Thursday, Aug. 29, the board will hold 8 a.m. interviews and 5:30 p.m. follow-up meetings with each of the finalists at the Great Lakes Campus. The complete agenda for those meetings is available here.
Finally, the board’s regular August 26 meeting at the Great Lakes Campus will begin at 6:30 p.m. rather than at its normal 5:30 p.m. start time to accommodate the presidential candidate interview schedule. The notice of the time change for that meeting is available here.
The meetings are open to the public.
For more meeting information, please call the NMC President’s office at (231) 995-1010.
Release date: August 20, 2019
For more information:
Diana Fairbanks
Executive Director, NMC Public Relations, Marketing & Communications
dfairbanks@nmc.edu
(231) 995-1019
Non-discrimination Policy Notice
Northwestern Michigan College is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, disability, genetic information, height, weight, marital status or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions. nmc.edu/non-discriminationTech Tips – Getting Started Guide
Welcome to another new semester at Northwestern Michigan College! NMC offers many systems and features for staff to use to assist with their daily productivity and goals. Learn more here.
Media Mentions for August 19, 2019
The following college events and stories have appeared in the media in the past week. 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 Osterlin Library.
Dates, Times Set For Final NMC President Interviews
The Ticker, August 16 (more…)
Craig Mulder’s Retirement Celebration is August 29
Please join the NMC Foundation to share best wishes for Craig Mulder’s next adventure as he departs from a 20+ year career making education possible at NMC. Founders Hall will host “Coffee with Craig” 9–11 a.m. on Thursday August 29.
Craig began his work here in 1997 as Osterlin Library’s third full-time Director. He went on to become the college’s Chief Technology Officer from 1999 to 2013 and will be retiring as the Foundation’s Database & Prospect Research Specialist. Please stop by for a cup of coffee and tasty treat as you share appreciation for Craig’s great work for NMC and our students.
Bevel Up – Drugs, Users & Outreach Nursing
Bevel Up follows street nurses as they reach out to people working in the sex trade, and people who use drugs in the alleys and hotels of Vancouver’s inner city. Most importantly the nurses reflect on the attitudes they bring to their work attitudes that can make or break their relationships with the people to whom they provide practical, non-judgmental health care on a daily basis.
The free movie, a joint presentation of NMC and Harm Reduction Michigan, will be shown Thursday, Aug. 29 at 7 p.m. at the Milliken Auditorium, in honor of International Overdose Awareness Day. It will be followed by a panel discussion and presentation.
View the flier »
Legal Shield Subscribers!
If you subscribe to Legal Shield and have the Identity Theft Protection, this message if for you! (more…)
NMC Wellness Program
Here’s a Wellness Preview for the remainder of 2019. We would love to have you join us! (more…)
Employee Anniversaries
The following employees are celebrating an anniversary soon. Please join us in congratulating them! (more…)
Position Vacancies & Supplemental Employment
Are you looking for career opportunities? Find them here! jobs.nmc.edu. (more…)
Interview Times and Dates Set for NMC Presidential Candidates
TRAVERSE CITY — The five finalists for the position of NMC president will take part in a series of on-campus interviews and campus and community forums between August 23 and August 29. NMC’s Board of Trustees expects to name a new president in September, with a start date of Jan. 1, 2020.
On-campus Interview Schedule
- Friday, Aug. 23 – Nick Nissley
- Monday, Aug. 26 – Tom Watkins
- Tuesday, Aug. 27 – Marsha Danielson
- Wednesday, Aug. 28 – Tim Meyer
- Thursday, Aug. 29 – Allen Goben
Daily Schedule For Each Candidate
- 8:30–10:30 a.m. – Interview with Board of Trustees
Hagerty Center, Great Lakes Campus - 2:30–3:30 p.m. – Campus Forum
Milliken Auditorium - 4–5 p.m. – COMMUNITY FORUM
Milliken Auditorium - 5:30–6:30 p.m. – Follow-up Meeting of Candidate with Board of Trustees
Hagerty Center, Great Lakes Campus
A total of 67 people applied for the position of NMC president. Presidential search firm The Pauly Group reviewed the applicants to ensure all met the minimum criteria for the job. The Pauly group recommended 20 candidates to the presidential search committee. That committee narrowed the list to eight candidates for video interviews. After the video interviews, the committee recommended five finalists for in-person interviews.
This is the culmination of work since Nov. 1, 2018, when current president Timothy J. Nelson announced his intention to retire on Dec. 31, 2019.
Release date: August 15, 2019
For more information:
Diana Fairbanks
Executive Director, NMC Public Relations, Marketing & Communications
dfairbanks@nmc.edu
(231) 995-1019
Non-discrimination Policy Notice
Northwestern Michigan College is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, disability, genetic information, height, weight, marital status or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions. nmc.edu/non-discriminationOn-Campus Jobs
Student jobs can be found on the Student MyNMC page under “Jobs On Campus.” (more…)
Mike McIntosh Memorial Car & Truck Show
NMC’s 14th Annual Mike McIntosh Memorial Car and Truck Show will be held Saturday, Sept. 7 from 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Registration begins at 8 a.m.
The show is at the NMC Automotive Tech Building, 2510 Aero Park Drive. It’s free to spectators, and there’s a $10 registration fee to show your car or truck. There will be food, music, prizes and trophies, and the show will be held rain or shine.
For more information, call (231) 995-1316.
Media Mentions for August 12, 2019
The following college events and stories have appeared in the media in the past week. 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 Osterlin Library.
Five finalists to interview for president of Northwestern Michigan College
UpNorthLive.com, August 6 (more…)
New Books at the Library – August 2019
The library has purchased many new books so far this year. You can view a handful here along with descriptions or go here to see the full listing. These books are on display in the library’s lobby.
NMC and Michigan Tech create new articulation agreement for engineering students
TRAVERSE CITY — Northwestern Michigan College (NMC) and Michigan Technological University have developed a new 2+2 degree program designed to increase student completion and reduce the cost for engineering students by formalizing agreements between the two institutions to accept and award credit for classes taken.
NMC President Timothy J. Nelson and Michigan Tech President Richard J. Koubek signed the seven new articulation agreements Wednesday, August 7 at NMC’s Great Lakes Campus in Traverse City.
These articulations will begin in fall of 2019. Engineering students will be able to take their first two years at NMC then transfer to Michigan Tech as a junior.
NMC Sciences Department Head Jerry Dobek helped design the articulations and said, “This agreement creates a new pipeline for engineering students more likely to complete their 4-year degree at Michigan Tech and provides cost savings for students by allowing them to take their first two years at NMC. These agreements will really give our students a much stronger pathway to success.”
The engineering programs include:
- Biomedical
- Chemical
- Civil
- Electrical
- Mechanical
- Mechanical Engineering Technology
- Electrical Engineering Technology
Students who complete this 2+2 program will be able to earn both an associate degree in science and arts at NMC and their bachelor of science in engineering in one of seven programs at Michigan Tech.
“Northwestern Michigan College is dedicated to creating pathways to success for our learners, while also working to find new ways to meet the needs of the industries in our community,” said President Nelson. “This new agreement with Michigan Technological University achieves both of those goals while solidifying NMC as a key connector and choice partner in the changing landscape of higher education.”
“Michigan Tech believes that education is the most powerful engine for social mobility,” said Koubek. ”With this latest set of articulation agreements, Michigan Tech and NMC, working together, can now provide students even greater opportunities to earn a four-year degree that will position them for successful, high-paying careers right here in Michigan.”
Work on these agreements between NMC and Michigan Tech started 18 months ago, but built on a strong shared history of collaboration. The first 2+2 program between the schools was created in 1990. This new set of agreements reflects how engineering programs have changed over the years and how graduation requirements have become more ‘specialized’.
NMC has articulation agreements in place with 35 educational institutions for more than 100 programs.
Release date: August 7, 2019
For more information:
Diana Fairbanks
Executive Director, NMC Public Relations, Marketing & Communications
dfairbanks@nmc.edu
(231) 995-1019
Non-discrimination Policy Notice
Northwestern Michigan College is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, disability, genetic information, height, weight, marital status or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions. nmc.edu/non-discriminationNMC Board of Trustees to Interview Five Finalists for President
TRAVERSE CITY — Five people will visit Northwestern Michigan College to interview to become the college’s new president. The in-person interviews will be scheduled to take place within the next month. Those visits will include campus and community forums open to the public.
The finalists are:
- Marsha Danielson
- Allen Goben
- Tim Meyer
- Nick Nissley
- Thomas Watkins
NMC Board Chair Chris Bott said, “The Board appreciates the dedication of the search committee as we work to identify the right person to build upon our college’s successes and lead NMC into the future. The next phase will be critical as we learn how these candidates fit with our communities and culture.”
A total of 67 people applied for the position. Presidential search firm The Pauly Group reviewed the applicants to ensure all met the minimum criteria for the job. The Pauly group recommended 20 candidates to the presidential search committee. That committee narrowed the list to eight candidates for video interviews. After the video interviews, the committee recommended five finalists for in-person interviews.
This is the culmination of work since Nov. 1, 2018, when current president Timothy J. Nelson announced his intention to retire on Dec. 31, 2019.
NMC’s Board of Trustees expects to name a new president in September, with a start date of Jan. 1, 2020.
Release date: August 6, 2019
For more information:
Diana Fairbanks
Executive Director, NMC Public Relations, Marketing & Communications
dfairbanks@nmc.edu
(231) 995-1019