Feb 28, 2014 | President Updates
State Budget Update
The Governor released the executive budget on February 7, 2014. The process for getting to an approved budget follows this path. First the Governor establishes and releases the executive budget; next, individual departmental budgets are taken up by the appropriate subcommittees in either the House of Representatives or the Senate. The community college budget starts this year in the House Appropriations Subcommittee on Community Colleges. Once they complete a budget through House processes, it moves to the Senate. Assuming the budgets are not the same, they go to a conference committee to resolve the differences. They then return to the House and Senate for votes and finally go to the Governor for his signature. In the past few years, this has been done early enough that we can appropriately plan. Legally, they must have a budget by October 1, 2014, the beginning of the State fiscal year.
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Feb 28, 2014 | Intercom, Welcome to NMC
Please join us in welcoming these new additions to our NMC staff!
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I would like to extend my sincerest gratitude to our NMC leadership, faculty and staff for everything they have done (and continue to do) for our NMC military service men and women. I hear countless stories on how our veterans appreciate the support they receive campus-wide and how it makes all the difference in the world for our soldiers. I am not only grateful for all you do, but honored to be your colleague! There are too few words and too many ways to say it, but THANK YOU!
Your efforts have helped NMC become one of America’s TOP Military-Friendly Colleges and Universities.
CONGRATULATIONS!!!!
-Scott Herzberg
POC, Military & Veteran Services, Assistant Director of Outreach Services
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Feb 28, 2014 | Intercom
The deadline for the spring semester’s round of Innovation Grant applications is April 1, 2014.
To submit an innovation grant click here »
Or check out the “quick links” on the NMC Foundation’s home page at www.nmc.edu/foundation
Please note that ALL applicants are required to do a 2-5 minute presentation for the committee plus plan 5 minutes for Q&A.
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Feb 28, 2014 | Intercom
With heavy hearts we share with you that Charlie Tomlin, music adjunct here at NMC, passed away early last week. Another of our other music adjuncts, David Chown, is organizing a memorial in Charlie’s honor:
A Memorial Celebration for Charlie Tomlin will be held at the Holiday Inn on Sunday, March 16, from 2:00 until 6:00 p.m. For more details visit the memorial’s Facebook page here. (more…)
Feb 26, 2014 | Intercom
Are you enrolled in NMC’s high deductible health plan? If so, you will choose an institution and set up a Health Savings Account (HSA). Here are some general facts about using your HSA.
Feb 26, 2014 | Intercom
Are you looking for career opportunities or a job on campus? Find it here! https://jobs.nmc.edu/ (more…)
Feb 26, 2014 | Intercom
The following employees are celebrating an anniversary soon. Please join us in congratulating them! (more…)
Feb 26, 2014 | Intercom
Any items you wish to have posted in the Intercom and Student News can be sent to publicrelations@nmc.edu. (more…)
Feb 25, 2014 | Student News
Has an NMC instructor made a difference in your life? Could dedicated, innovative and excellent be used to describe them? If you are looking for a way to recognize the impact an NMC teacher has had on your learning journey, please consider nominating them for the Imogene Wise excellence award.
This is the highest teaching honor awarded at NMC and nominations can only come from students. Nominations are due by March 7 and can be submitted here. (more…)
Feb 24, 2014 | Student News
All used books for this semester at the bookstore will be sent back the first week in March. If you still need books for this semester, please plan to purchase them no later than the week of February 24. After that week only new books will be available for purchase.
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Feb 24, 2014 | Student News
The advising center and the student success center have teamed up to make our career services for students more robust. We now have career exploration and planning services through the advising office and career and employment preparation through our new career coach, Dana Laursen, in the student success center. Dana will be available to answer questions, review resumes and cover letters, assist with interview preparation, explore the job hunting process, and cheer you on when you land the job! Drop by or make an appointment to see how she can help. In the meantime, please take our survey about career planning and preparation. The survey only takes a few minutes and will help us plan and improve on our career services.
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Feb 24, 2014 | Intercom, Student News
Sodexo Campus Dining at NMC is committed to creating an exceptional student experience for you, and now it’s your chance to tell them how they are doing. Please take a few minutes to rate their performance at one the dining locations you visit most frequently on campus. Bring in a copy of the confirmation showing you completed the survey on the day you took it and receive 30% off of your meal in the food court. Offer is valid through February 27.
Get started by clicking on this link: http://vcil.cc/jpkib2f (more…)
Feb 24, 2014 | Intercom, Student News
Are you a fan of local hockey talent? Then hurry to the Public Relations and Marketing office (Biederman Building, Room 104) to snag your FREE tickets to enjoy some on-ice action!
Get them before the season is over, the Hounds have just TWO more home games left! Tickets available while supplies last, limit four tickets per person.
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Feb 24, 2014 | Intercom, President Updates
From President Nelson
I am requesting your assistance in honoring your faculty and staff colleagues at Northwestern Michigan College.
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Feb 23, 2014 | Student News
For just a $1 donation you can have three samples of some of the finest chili in Traverse City! Join the Student Veterans of America on March 11 from noon till 2pm as they have a chili cook off in the Health and Science Welcome Center. Come support the Student Veterans of America, and vote for your favorite chili! For more information contact Nate Lentz at 995-2526 or lentz23@mail.nmc.edu. (more…)
Feb 23, 2014 | Student News
You won’t want to miss the Student Veterans of America Broomball Tournament taking place March 10-13! Absolutely free to play in! Teams of six of more will compete to win a $100 prize! Please sign up by March 5. If you don’t have a team but would still like to play (and for more questions) contact Nate Lentz at 995-2526 or lentz23@mail.nmc.edu. (more…)
Feb 23, 2014 | Intercom
There’s still time to submit nominations for the Foundation Excellence Awards. But not much time, turn yours in today! (more…)
Feb 22, 2014 | Intercom, Welcome to NMC
Please join us in welcoming these new additions to our NMC staff!
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Feb 22, 2014 | Intercom, Welcome to NMC
Courtney Sorrell joined NMC as Annual Giving Specialist on February 17, 2014. She can be reached at (231) 995-1030 or csorrell@nmc.edu.
Courtney grew up in Middletown, Ohio. She spent two summers abroad studying art history in Florence, Italy and graduated from Miami University (Ohio). After graduation, she spent several years in the western US, first living as a ski bum and outdoor enthusiast in Colorado and then Oregon. Courtney arrived in Northern Michigan in 2010 and enjoys snowshoeing with her border collie and boyfriend, cooking and volunteering.
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Feb 21, 2014 | Intercom, Student News
Ready for spring? Plan to attend the NMC Concert Band’s Feb. 28 concert, “Marching into Spring,” in Milliken Auditorium. (more…)
Feb 21, 2014 | Intercom, Student News
Join us for Academic WorldQuest! Watch as 9 teams of high school students compete in a world affairs quiz bowl-style competition on Thursday, February 27 from 2-6pm at Milliken Auditorium. TV 7&4’s Marc Schollett will MC and the winning team will move on to a national competition in Washington, D.C. this April. AWQ is part of the International Affairs Forum’s 20th Anniversary Celebration. For more information, to bring your class to the competition, or to volunteer, please contact Lindsey Dickinson ldickinson@nmc.edu or 995-1082. (more…)
Feb 21, 2014 | Intercom, Student News
The Dennos Museum Center at Northwestern Michigan College will present The Deanna Bogart Band, Saturday, March 1, 2014 at 8 PM in Milliken Auditorium. Tickets are $25 advance, $28 at the door and $22 for museum members are plus fees. Tickets may be purchased by calling the Museum Box office at 231-995-1553 or on line at www.dennosmuseum.org, also at 1-800-836-0717 or www.MyNorthTickets.com.
When it comes to Deanna Bogart, everyone wants to claim her as their own — her hometown, her fans, her fellow musicians and even her instruments. She’s that good–and that good-natured.
Listen to Deanna Bogart at http://www.deannabogart.com/Music.html (more…)
Feb 21, 2014 | Intercom, Student News
Tickets for the annual Tasters’ Guild Auction, set for Feb. 28, 2014, at NMC’s Great Lakes Campus are now on sale! This annual event features a strolling dinner of international cuisine prepared by Great Lakes Culinary Institute students and served at more than a dozen tasting tables throughout the waterfront campus.
Also featuring local, regional and international wines, guests have the opportunity to bid on a range of auction items that showcase some of the best of northern Michigan. (more…)
Feb 20, 2014 | Intercom
- Are you a member of the Michigan Public School Employees Retirement System (MPSERS) Pension Plus Plan? Or
- Did you choose the Defined Contribution Plan and/or the Personal Healthcare Fund during the 2012 Retirement Reform (PA 300 of 2012)?
Don’t know if this applies to you? Just look at the “Deductions before Federal Tax” section of your pay stub on Self Service to find out. (more…)
