Oct 17, 2016 | Student News
Dear NMC students,
As alumni, we’ve been where you are. We know the middle of fall semester is a busy and sometimes stressful time, as you take important tests and push toward the finish line.
We want to cheer you on!
WHAT: FREE coffee, snacks, Hawk Owl spirit gear and a free drawing for a gift certificate to the NMC bookstore
WHEN: 11:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday, Oct. 17 and Wednesday, Oct. 19
WHERE: Health & Science Building lobby
WHO: Students and Faculty
EVENT SPONSORS: NMC Alumni Ambassador volunteers and the alumni relations program
Come on by for treats and encouragement!
Oct 17, 2016 | Intercom
The Advising Center will be offering Walk In Advising sessions for students October 17-24* from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm. We’re here to help students create their academic plan, check progress toward degree completion, and plan for transfer — all in preparation for Spring/Summer registration. No appointment is necessary and sessions are offered on a first-come basis.
Questions? advising@nmc.edu or 995-1040.
*Please note that we will see walk ins from 1:30-4:00 pm on October 18.
Oct 17, 2016 | Student News
The Advising Center is offering Walk In Advising from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm (1:30-4:00 pm on Oct. 18) to help you with your academic plan for Spring registration! Stop by our office in the Osterlin Building to see what classes you have left to finish your degree, plan for transfer, or create an academic plan. No appointment is necessary!
Questions? advising@nmc.edu or 995-1040
Oct 17, 2016 | Intercom
NMC Open Enrollment is set to kick off on Monday, November 14, 2016. Overview meetings will be held at the Oleson Center at 9:00 am and again at 1:30 pm. Vendors will be joining us again this year to answer any questions you may have. Calendar appointments will be coming shortly!
Oct 17, 2016 | Intercom
KUDOS- (praise or respect that you get because of something you have done or achieved) defined by Merriam-Webster.com
Submit a Kudos here »
Kudos to Phillip Trowbridge. Phil is part of the NMC Grounds crew and he worked diligently to clear the path between the Cherry Lot and Eastern Elementary School last week. He was able to finish before Walk to School Day and did a wonderful job! Thanks Phil!
Oct 17, 2016 | Intercom
A staff member from the HR Office will be available on Main Campus once a week for drop in questions, needs, etc. Please watch this space for upcoming dates/times.
Where: Founders Hall 109
When: Tuesday, December 13, 2016
Time: 8-11 a.m.
Who: Hollie DeWalt
Following Schedule for Founders Hall 109
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HR Staff
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12/13/16- Tuesday
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8:00 – 11:00 am
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Hollie DeWalt
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12/22/16- Thursday
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2:00 – 5:00 pm
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Heather Hess
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Oct 17, 2016 | Intercom
Are you looking for career opportunities? Find it here! jobs.nmc.edu. Current openings include:
- Enrollment Services Assistant
- Hagerty Center- Server, Bartender, Cook and Dishwasher
- Welding Adjunct Instructor
- Visual Communications – Web Design Adjunct Instructor
- Mail Courier – Supplemental
Oct 17, 2016 | Intercom
The following employees are celebrating an anniversary soon. Please join us in congratulating them!
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Oct 14, 2016 | Intercom, Student News
TRAVERSE CITY — A team from Northwestern Michigan College (NMC) will travel to China next week to strengthen educational partnerships that will benefit NMC students and solidify the institution’s international leadership in the area of water research.
The purposes of the trip include preparing curriculum with partner Yellow River Conservancy Technical Institute (YRCTI), representing a consortium of colleges at a conference in Beijing, and initiating new partnerships at two additional Chinese technical colleges.
NMC President Timothy J. Nelson has been invited to speak at the conference and was invited back to YRCTI after the Chinese Ministry of Education formally recognized the partnership between NMC and YRCTI in February 2016.
“NMC students will have the opportunity to practice their skills in one of the most important rivers of the world. Likewise, we can offer opportunities for freshwater experiences to Yellow River students in the Great Lakes,” Nelson said. “As a result of experiencing these diverse resources, students from both schools will have the potential to work anywhere in the world on matters related to water.”
The NMC team includes Nelson, Vice President of Lifelong & Professional Learning Marguerite Cotto, and Director of the Great Lakes Water Studies Institute Hans Van Sumeren. The team will be in China October 16-October 26, 2016.
While in Beijing the team will participate in the China Annual Conference for International Education. Nelson will present in the president’s lecture series and Cotto will participate in a panel on implementation of new programs.
NMC has been developing the partnership with YRCTI since 2012 as part of the strategic directions determined by the college Board of Trustees to prepare learners for success in a global society, establish international competencies in the area of freshwater and deliver learning through a networked workforce.
Through the partnership between NMC and YRCTI, instructors from NMC are preparing to deliver courses at the YRCTI campus over the next 18 months. Yellow River students will travel to Traverse City to complete the NMC degree the following year.
During the visit the NMC team will also visit Changsha Polytechnic College and Huanggang Polytechnic College as coordinated through the consortium agreement with the Michigan Community College Association and the University of Toledo. The Huanggang visit will explore interest in the area of Computer Information Technology. The area of interest in Changsha is wastewater and stormwater technology.
“In the next few years, select NMC courses will be taught by our instructors in China and after that, those students will be here completing our degree,” Cotto said. “NMC students specializing in Marine Tech will have an opportunity to study in the Yellow River the year after. As just one example of the power of relationship-building across the globe, we know these experiences truly have the capacity to change the lives of students and of communities. We’re looking forward to the next step.”
Release date: October 14, 2016
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-discrimination
Oct 13, 2016 | Student News
Fall is here! Is class difficult? Getting a tutor is easy! Northwestern Michigan College offers convenient ways for you to receive tutoring with either our on-campus tutors or with online tutoring through NetTutor. NetTutor provides live tutoring in many subjects. As you are working on homework or preparing for your exams, we encourage you to take full advantage of tutoring. NetTutor tutors are available for live sessions and to answer submitted questions 24 hours a day, any day of the week. Any questions submitted to NetTutor will be returned within 48 hours.
Oct 13, 2016 | Intercom, Student News
The first and most important step in preventing flu is to get a flu vaccination each year. The CDC also recommends everyday preventive actions (like staying away from people who are sick, covering coughs and sneezes and frequent hand washing) to help slow the spread of germs that cause respiratory (nose, throat, and lungs) illnesses, like flu.
Stop in to Health Services today to get your flu shot. No appointment necessary.
Hours are 9:00 – 4:00 Monday through Friday
Students $15 Faculty and Staff $20 (No charge if NMC insurance)
Oct 13, 2016 | Student News, Tech Tips
Have you ever wanted to print a class assignment or project from virtually any one of your many devices (phones, tablets, and laptops) anywhere on campus? Well now you can! By simply emailing an attached document to one of our 70+ Email-To-Print enabled printers from your NMC email account you can print any document; as long as it is in one of the following formats:
- PDF
- Word
- Excel
- PowerPoint
- Image (GIF, JPG, PNG)
- Google Drive Document
Below is a step-by-step navigation on how to locate the “how-to” pages that NMC provides on our Email-To-Print feature:
Students
MyNMC > Depts. & Services > Technology Help Desk > Email to Print @ NMC
Click here for all the instructions you need to know on how to utilize our Email-To-Print option.
If you wish to see which printers are Email-To-Print enabled, click on the “Available Email-To-Print Printers” hyperlink in the middle of the page here.
If you have any questions or need assistance, feel free to call the NMC Technology Help Desk @ (231) 995-3020
Oct 13, 2016 | Intercom
Help students prepare for Spring and Summer 2017 registration! Re
mind them to check their MAP (My Academic Plan) and to meet with an advisor to create an academic plan. Registration begins on October 19 or 20 depending on number of credits earned. All students in their first semester are required to meet with an advisor. Payment for Spring is not due until December 8. Students can be referred to the Advising Center for assistance. Thank you!
Oct 13, 2016 | Student News
Get ready, Spring and Summer 2017 registration begins October 19 & 20! Check your MAP (nmc.edu/MyMap) to see what classes you need to finish your NMC degree and meet with an academic advisor to make a plan. Register as soon as you can to get the best selection of classes! Payment for Spring is not due until December 8. Contact the Advising Center for help with your academic plan. advising@nmc.edu, 995-1040, or visit us in the Osterlin Building.
Oct 12, 2016 | Intercom
October 12, 2016
What do you do when you run out of carrots for the boatswain’s birthday cake?
If you’re Great Lakes Culinary Institute student Dee Merriman, (on the right) completing your internship aboard the T/S State of Michigan, you thank your lucky stars you’re docked for the day, so someone can make a grocery run.
This summer, Merriman and fellow GLCI student Katie Anderson (on the left) completed their internships at sea, cooking for Great Lakes Maritime Academy cadets on their spring cruise around the Great Lakes. The innovative, interdisciplinary arrangement is already catching attention from one major shipping industry employer who’s as eager for cooks as sailors.
“There are shortages of cooks for the vessels,” said Matthew Bonar, a division manager for Crowley Maritime, the third-largest shipping company in the world, which paid its regular fall recruiting visit to GLMA last week. To address that shortage, Crowley’s considered recruiting at culinary schools, Bonar said. Now, in the GLCI-State of Michigan internships, they may have found a ready-made model.
“This is a really, really, perfect segue,” Bonar said, calling the shipboard internships “trailblazing.” Jenny Terpenning, supervisor of marine recruiting at Crowley, added the company could provide scholarship money for culinary students bound for shipboard careers, too.
Both Merriman, 23, and Anderson 27, found galley life appealing during their six-week summer stints on the State of Michigan. Cooking for appreciative crew members, instead of a picky head chef or customer, was a big factor, they said.
“There’s a lot more freedom cooking for a galley versus a chef,” Merriman said. “It is a family that you’re cooking for, and that’s one of the things I love, cooking for people you care about.”
“It’s kind of like a playground,” Anderson said. “As long as they have enough chow, they’re happy.”
Crowley’s Bonar agreed. “Food is a morale booster,” he said.
Joe McGuiness, the captain of the State of Michigan, noted that exchanging a shoreside kitchen job for one at sea can mean a major increase in wages.
“You can turn your passion into something that’s a wealth-building career,” McGuiness said, citing commutes reduced to a flight of stairs and abundant time off as other advantages. “If you like cooking, I don’t think it gets any better.”
About a half-dozen GLCI alumni currently work aboard ships, director Fred Laughlin said. In addition to their culinary training, cooks need basic safety and other maritime credentials to work aboard a ship. Those may be obtained through an employer, like Crowley, or GLMA may be able to help students as well, McGuiness said.
Oct 12, 2016 | Intercom
October 12, 2016
What do you do when you run out of carrots for the boatswain’s birthday cake?
If you’re Great Lakes Culinary Institute student Dee Merriman, (on the right) completing your internship aboard the T/S State of Michigan, you thank your lucky stars you’re docked for the day, so someone can make a grocery run.
This summer, Merriman and fellow GLCI student Katie Anderson (on the left) completed their internships at sea, cooking for Great Lakes Maritime Academy cadets on their spring cruise around the Great Lakes. The innovative, interdisciplinary arrangement is already catching attention from one major shipping industry employer who’s as eager for cooks as sailors.
“There are shortages of cooks for the vessels,” said Matthew Bonar, a division manager for Crowley Maritime, the third-largest shipping company in the world, which paid its regular fall recruiting visit to GLMA last week. To address that shortage, Crowley’s considered recruiting at culinary schools, Bonar said. Now, in the GLCI-State of Michigan internships, they may have found a ready-made model.
“This is a really, really, perfect segue,” Bonar said, calling the shipboard internships “trailblazing.” Jenny Terpenning, supervisor of marine recruiting at Crowley, added the company could provide scholarship money for culinary students bound for shipboard careers, too.
Both Merriman, 23, and Anderson 27, found galley life appealing during their six-week summer stints on the State of Michigan. Cooking for appreciative crew members, instead of a picky head chef or customer, was a big factor, they said.
“There’s a lot more freedom cooking for a galley versus a chef,” Merriman said. “It is a family that you’re cooking for, and that’s one of the things I love, cooking for people you care about.”
“It’s kind of like a playground,” Anderson said. “As long as they have enough chow, they’re happy.”
Crowley’s Bonar agreed. “Food is a morale booster,” he said.
Joe McGuiness, the captain of the State of Michigan, noted that exchanging a shoreside kitchen job for one at sea can mean a major increase in wages.
“You can turn your passion into something that’s a wealth-building career,” McGuiness said, citing commutes reduced to a flight of stairs and abundant time off as other advantages. “If you like cooking, I don’t think it gets any better.”
About a half-dozen GLCI alumni currently work aboard ships, director Fred Laughlin said. In addition to their culinary training, cooks need basic safety and other maritime credentials to work aboard a ship. Those may be obtained through an employer, like Crowley, or GLMA may be able to help students as well, McGuiness said.
Oct 11, 2016 | Intercom
October 12, 2016
What do you do when you run out of carrots for the boatswain’s birthday cake?
If you’re Great Lakes Culinary Institute student Dee Merriman, (on the right) completing your internship aboard the T/S State of Michigan, you thank your lucky stars you’re docked for the day, so someone can make a grocery run.
This summer, Merriman and fellow GLCI student Katie Anderson (on the left) completed their internships at sea, cooking for Great Lakes Maritime Academy cadets on their spring cruise around the Great Lakes. The innovative, interdisciplinary arrangement is already catching attention from one major shipping industry employer who’s as eager for cooks as sailors.
“There are shortages of cooks for the vessels,” said Matthew Bonar, a division manager for Crowley Maritime, the third-largest shipping company in the world, which paid its regular fall recruiting visit to GLMA last week. To address that shortage, Crowley’s considered recruiting at culinary schools, Bonar said. Now, in the GLCI-State of Michigan internships, they may have found a ready-made model.
“This is a really, really, perfect segue,” Bonar said, calling the shipboard internships “trailblazing.” Jenny Terpenning, supervisor of marine recruiting at Crowley, added the company could provide scholarship money for culinary students bound for shipboard careers, too.
Both Merriman, 23, and Anderson 27, found galley life appealing during their six-week summer stints on the State of Michigan. Cooking for appreciative crew members, instead of a picky head chef or customer, was a big factor, they said.
“There’s a lot more freedom cooking for a galley versus a chef,” Merriman said. “It is a family that you’re cooking for, and that’s one of the things I love, cooking for people you care about.”
“It’s kind of like a playground,” Anderson said. “As long as they have enough chow, they’re happy.”
Crowley’s Bonar agreed. “Food is a morale booster,” he said.
Joe McGuiness, the captain of the State of Michigan, noted that exchanging a shoreside kitchen job for one at sea can mean a major increase in wages.
“You can turn your passion into something that’s a wealth-building career,” McGuiness said, citing commutes reduced to a flight of stairs and abundant time off as other advantages. “If you like cooking, I don’t think it gets any better.”
About a half-dozen GLCI alumni currently work aboard ships, director Fred Laughlin said. In addition to their culinary training, cooks need basic safety and other maritime credentials to work aboard a ship. Those may be obtained through an employer, like Crowley, or GLMA may be able to help students as well, McGuiness said.
Oct 10, 2016 | Intercom
NMC and President Nelson,
The family of Terdal/Olshove acknowledges with deep appreciation your kind expression of sympathy. Thank you for the food, Hagerty Center, and all you did. Sonja will always be in our hearts.
– Marge Terdal & Shari Hauser-Terdal
Dear Staff at NMC
Our sincere thanks to you for sending the beautiful angel statue in honor of our son, Sawyer. We appreciate the kindness extended to him by all he knew there.
– With thanks, Erik, Beth and Olivia Fleet
I just wanted to say thank you to my NMC family for the beautiful peace lily that was sent to my father’s funeral. It was so thoughtful and again it shows I’m among a work family who cares about their families.
– Thank you so much, Michelle Schneider
Oct 10, 2016 | Intercom, Student News
GVSU will be in the Health & Science Building Wednesday, Oct. 26 and Thursday, Oct. 27 from 10:00-2:00 pm.
Please stop by the table to learn more about what GVSU has to offer in Traverse City!
Oct 10, 2016 | Student News
- Teams are being formed for the Intramural Co-Ed Volleyball League!
- Teams consist of 3 males and 3 females on the court.
If you are interested, please contact Jim Szur, Sports and Recreation Supervisor, at 995-1199 or e-mail him at jszur@nmc.edu
Deadline for registration is Thursday, Oct. 27 by 5:00 p.m.
Oct 10, 2016 | Intercom, Student News
Tickets are now on sale for the annual Great Lakes Great Chefs dinner benefiting NMC’s Great Lakes Culinary Institute.
The Nov. 11 evening begins at 6 p.m. with sparkling wine and a raw bar on the Great Lakes Campus catwalk, then moves to Lobdell’s Teaching Restaurant for five amazing courses and a spectacular view. Guest chefs working in collaboration with GLCI students include Travis Murdock (Superior Foods), Nick Battista (Hotel Indigo), Joe George (LochenHeath), Jason McClellan (Bronson Hospital Systems), James Bloomfield (Alliance) and DJ Flynn (Stafford’s Hospitality).
Tickets can be purchased online here or by calling (231) 995-1021.
Proceeds from this event will be used to bring talented chefs and individuals from the culinary world to the Great Lakes Culinary Institute to teach and work side by side with students. Join us for a great night of food and wine presented by the Great Lakes Culinary Institute and Superior Foods.
Oct 10, 2016 | Intercom
It takes a college: Faculty and staff
More than 40 topics to choose from
Increasing Student Success is the theme for the first-ever college-wide professional development day for all faculty and regular staff. Set for Tuesday, Oct. 18 beginning in Milliken Auditorium, the event is hosted by the Center for Instructional Excellence and the Professional Development Institute.
This day is a chance for the college community to come together to talk about effective practices, share ideas, and learn from each other.
Each employee at NMC is important in helping our learners succeed. It takes every person in every position on campus to assure quality experiences and outcomes for our students. This day gives us the opportunity to invest in each other.
An appointment has been sent to your Google calendar. We hope everyone will all be able to attend this day by having supplemental staff and student employees provide office coverage.
- 8 a.m.: Welcome & introduction to the day
- 9:05–11:40 a.m.: Morning breakout sessions (3)
- 11:50 a.m.–12:30 p.m.: Lunch
- 12:40–1:25 p.m.: Afternoon breakout session
- 1:25–2 p.m.: Collaborating toward student success
- 2–2:45 p.m.: Networking reception
Oct 10, 2016 | Intercom
Are you looking for career opportunities? Find it here! jobs.nmc.edu. Current openings include:
- Part-Time Nursing Lab Manager
- Hagerty Center- Server, Bartender, Cook and Dishwasher
Oct 10, 2016 | Intercom
The following employees are celebrating an anniversary soon. Please join us in congratulating them!
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Oct 6, 2016 | Student News
May 8-17, 2017
Business and Culinary students enroll now!
- Quito
- Helping villages of Yunguilla with
- Business Processes
- Culinary
- Sustainable agriculture
- Otavalo Market
- Teleferico
- Mindo Cloud Forest
- Shopping, Local History & much, much more!
Business (ACC 222, ACC 225, MGT 241, MKT 201, BUS Independent Study) & Culinary (CUL Independent Study) in ECUADOR!
For more information contact Bonnie Shumaker, Business Discipline @ (231) 995-1169
Business & Culinary Students. Cost for the trip will be approx. $2,500. Your financial aid might be able to cover a portion of the cost! Most students are also eligible for a $1,000 NMC Scholarship!
Course enrollment and $250 deposit deadline: November 21, 2016
