IAF resumes expert-led programs in 32nd season
Programs focus on executive power, the new space race, rights of nature, Middle East peace building and climate security TRAVERSE CITY — The International Affairs Forum continues its 32nd season of programs addressing global issues and fostering vital...
Media mentions for January 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...
NBA 2K26 basketball tournament
Campus Life and Esports are hosting a NBA 2K26 basketball tournament at 6 p.m. on Friday, Feb. 6 in the Esports Lab, located in the lower level of the Timothy J. Nelson Innovation Center (#9 on the Front Street campus map). Xbox Series X/S and Playstation 5 versions...
Embrace the Dream Read-Aloud & Craft Night at the NMC Library
Join the NMC Library from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, January 29 to celebrate Black History Month, diverse characters and the power of reading to break down barriers at the fifth annual Embrace the Dream Read-Aloud & Craft Night! This is a completely FREE event...
Kudos!
Kudos to Amy Klei! Amy was responsible for updating a BANNER report that was needed for Financial Aid to complete information for the National Center for Education Statistics. The instructions provided by IPEDS did not include all of the information that was needed...
Welcome our newest hires!
These employees recently started working at the college. Let's welcome them to the NMC community! Paolo Perez Lopez, student employee — Student Life Office Assistant Mya Stanley, student employee — Residence Hall Front Desk
Regular Board of Trustees meeting
The NMC Board of Trustees will hold its regular monthly meeting Monday, January 26 at 5:30 p.m. in Timothy J. Nelson Innovation Center Room 106/107. More information is available here. For more information, please contact the President’s office at (231) 995-1010.
Success Story: Blue Tech Challenge will award $55K for the third straight year
January 21, 2026 The Great Lakes Blue Tech Challenge, the third straight entrepreneurial pitch competition NMC has sponsored, launched this week, seeking innovative ideas to fast-track businesses developing solutions for a wide range of issues impacting the...
2026 Great Lakes Blue Tech Challenge launches
TRAVERSE CITY — NMC has opened registration for the Great Lakes Blue Tech Challenge, seeking startups with solutions for a wide range of issues impacting the world’s largest freshwater system. At stake is $55,000 in seed funding. First prize is $30,000,...
Media mentions for January 20, 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...
Hoodie sale at the Campus Bookstore
The Campus Bookstore is offering $10 off all regular priced hoodies from Jan. 19–30.
Employee Wellness: Creative ways to stay active during the workday!
Is one of your goals for this year to be more active? Here are some creative ways to stay active during the day! Walking meetings: Having a walking meeting with a colleague can be a great way to get some extra steps in and accomplish a common goal. Stretching at your...
Welcome our newest hires!
These employees recently started working at the college. Let's welcome them to the NMC community! Adam Raupp – Adjunct Culinary Arts Instructor Stephanie Randles – Adjunct Nursing Instructor Matt Keilen – Adjunct Flight Instructor Shyann Hillier, student employee -...
Embrace the Dream: Community, learning, and service
Join us for these Embrace the Dream events and activities as we celebrate Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and Black History Month! Beginning January 17 and continuing throughout the month, we invite you to take part in Embrace the Dream. This series of events and...
Visitation, memorial service for Nancy Gray
Nancy Gray, NMC English instructor and Neurodiversity Support Center coordinator, passed away unexpectedly Monday, January 12. Visitation will take place Tuesday, January 20, 2026, from 4-7 p.m. at Reynolds-Jonkhoff Funeral Home, 305 Sixth St., and on Wednesday,...