Summer fire alarm and sprinkler testing
To help ensure the continued safety of our campus community, fire alarm and sprinkler system testing will take place throughout NMC campuses this summer. Please do not be alarmed if you encounter testing activity in the buildings listed below. Testing is scheduled as...
IAF final 32nd season event on climate and global security
What if the greatest risk to global security isn't a foreign power, but our changing climate? The International Affairs Forum closes its 32nd season with an examination of the U.S. military and its addressing of climate change. Once an "environmental laggard”, our...
Board of Trustees Audit Committee to meet June 1
TRAVERSE CITY — The Audit Committee of Northwestern Michigan College's Board of Trustees will meet at 2:30 p.m. Monday, June 1 in the Timothy J. Nelson Innovation Center, room 104/105 on NMC's Front Street campus, 1701 E. Front St., Traverse City. The official meeting...
Remembering George Comden, Member of NMC’s First Graduating Class
Good afternoon NMC community, I’m sad to share that NMC recently lost an important connection to our earliest days. George Comden passed away at the age of 92. George was one of the original 23 graduates in NMC’s first graduating class in 1953 and, until his passing,...
Board of Trustees Policy Committee meeting
The NMC Board of Trustees Policy Committee will meet Thursday, May 28 at 9 a.m. in Timothy J. Nelson Innovation Center Room 104/105. More information is available here. For more information, please contact the President’s office at (231) 995-1010.
NMC named a military-friendly school
To honor Memorial Day, we pause to remember the service members who gave their lives in defense of our country. At NMC, supporting veterans, active-duty service members and military families is part of who we are. We’re proud to be recognized as a military-friendly...
Media mentions for May 26, 2026
The following college events and stories have appeared in the media recently. 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...
Extended Education Opportunities
Did you know that your tuition waiver benefits extend beyond credit classes? Take a fitness class, learn a new hobby, or even enjoy a date night with your partner. Check out these exclusive employee passes (remember, you must be logged into your student account to...
NMC hosts free state program to help college students prepare for fall semester
TRAVERSE CITY — Registration is now open for College Edge, a free program NMC is hosting this summer to help college students prepare for their fall semester. Running July 13-Aug.7, College Edge is a four-week program to help prepare students to succeed...
Parking around May 26 track meet
Traverse City Central High School will host a track meet on Tuesday, May 26 at 4 p.m. Please be aware that there may be some congestion in the Cedar Lot during this time.
Employee Wellness: Walking group
Do you want to get some extra steps in to meet your goals while connecting with colleagues? Brittany from Human Resources is hosting 2 employee walks around the Civic Center loop (this is approximately a 1 mile walk). These group walks are completely optional but can...
Employee Wellness: Yoga under the pines
Join NMC Wellness and Yen Yoga for an invigorating outdoor yoga class beneath the pines. This course is free to NMC employees and will be led by Leslie Simionescu from Yen Yoga. Embrace the fresh air, connect with nature and rejuvenate your mind and body. All skill...
Kudos!
Kudos to Lindsey Dickenson! Lindsay Dickinson does a great job of summarizing Campus Safety and Security during school orientations. I appreciate the detail she provides and saying, "See Something Say Something" as it reflects our security posture. Experts suggest...
Welcome our newest hires!
These employees recently started working at the college. Let's welcome them to the NMC community! Jamie Kidwell-Brix – Adjunct Beverage Management Instructor Beer Justin Roy – Custodian Mindy Lopus – Adjunct Beverage Management Instructor (Wine) Eric Snoek,...
Board of Trustees Presidential Performance & Compensation Committee meeting
The NMC Board of Trustees Presidential Performance & Compensation Committee will meet Tuesday, May 26 at 10:30 a.m. in Timothy J. Nelson Innovation Center Room 104/105. More information is available here. For more information, please contact the President’s...