Freedom of Speech and Democracy: The perils to and promises of free speech in the United States today
Join us this Constitution Day for an engaging, interactive panel discussion exploring one of the most important, and sometimes challenging, freedoms protected by the U.S. Constitution: freedom of speech. Bring your questions, perspectives and curiosity for a...
Celebrating new chapters
These colleagues have moved on to a new chapter in their lives. We wish them the very best as they navigate a new adventure, and we thank them for their time and dedication to NMC! Lee Elston – Adjunct Nursing Instructor Aaron Gage - Adjunct – Adjunct Nursing...
Welcome our newest hires!
These employees recently started working at the college. Let's welcome them to the NMC community! Aspen Burns – Groundskeeper Jenna Casler, supplemental employee – Food Service Front of House Dylan DeBoer, student employee – Aviation Line Crew Beio Vickers, student...
CPR-AED training
Learn how to administer cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and use an automated external defibrillator (AED) to respond to sudden cardiac arrest. This is a non-certification training that will provide attendees with hands-on learning opportunities. Tuesday, October...
Success story: Lakebed conference shows blue economy momentum
An NMC student prepares to deploy a remotely-operated vehicle aboard the research vessel Northwestern September 9, 2026 Mapping the Great Lakes has taken a Grand Canyon-sized leap since the last Lakebed 2030 conference, and NMC students are a part of it. When the...
Cyber Minute: Back-to-school scam season is here
Phishing emails ramp up with the semester. Watch for fake financial aid notices, IT account warnings, and urgent password reset requests. When in doubt, go directly to the source — don't click the link.
Mike McIntosh Memorial Truck & Car Show and Block Party
Thanks the organizers and volunteers of the 20th annual Mike McIntosh Memorial Car & Truck Show & Block Party, set for this Saturday from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. on the Aero Park campus. Aero Park Drive will close to through traffic for a full day of classic cars, food...
Join us in celebrating 75 years of NMC
Faculty and Staff, As we have been celebrating NMC’s 75th anniversary throughout this year, I’ve been reflecting on the incredible role this college has played in our region—and on the people who have made that impact possible over the past 75 years. Our...
Media mentions for September 8, 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...
New books for September 2026
To find these selections and many other new titles, see the NMC library catalog. New Non-Fiction How Flowers Made Our World by David George Haskell We live on a floral planet, yet flowers don't get the credit they deserve. We admire them for their aesthetics, not...
Employee anniversaries – September
The following employees are celebrating an anniversary soon. Please join us in congratulating them! Stephen Siciliano – Vice President for Educational Services – 41 years Jan Root – Communications Academic Area Office Manager – 39 years Deb Pharo – Math & Science...
Kudos!
Kudos to Kristy Jackson, Alex Bloye, Ali LeJeune, Alice Sluss, Ashleigh Fender, Beth Norconk, Beth Straebel, Betsy Boris, Brittany Schneider, Carolyn Andrews, Cheryl Bloomquist, Christa Abdul-Karim, Cindy Duby, Darryl Greathouse, Eli McCullough, Garrett Croon,...
Welcome our newest hires!
These employees recently started working at the college. Let's welcome them to the NMC community! Kiley Ridenour – Adjunct Flight Instructor Thomas Nash, student employee – Switchboard Operator & Welcome Desk Justin Henning, student employee – Aviation Line Crew...
Planning an event? Bring the excitement and invite Swoop
Don't leave Swoop on the sidelines! As we look ahead to 2027, we know many exciting events and celebrations are already in the works. If you'd like Swoop to make an appearance and bring the energy, now is the time to let us know! Help us plan ahead by submitting your...
Board of Trustees Building & Site committee meeting
The NMC Board of Trustees Building and Site committee will meet at 2 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 9, at Discovery Pier, 13170 S. West Bay Shore Dr., Traverse City. More information is available here. For more information, please contact the President’s office at (231)...