Media mentions for January 5, 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...
Fall semester Dean’s List students named
TRAVERSE CITY— Northwestern Michigan College congratulates the 1,193 students who made the Dean’s List for the fall 2025 semester, earning a grade point average of 3.5 or above out of a possible 4.0 while taking five or more credits. The full list is...
NMC, Grand Traverse Band sign letter of intent for Boardman Lake Campus sale
TRAVERSE CITY — Northwestern Michigan College and the Grand Traverse Band of Ottawa & Chippewa Indians agreed to terms in principle for the sale of the Boardman Lake campus from the college to the Band, including a purchase price of $27 million. Both parties...
NMC, Grand Traverse Band sign letter of intent for Boardman Lake Campus sale
NMC, Grand Traverse Band sign letter of intent for Boardman Lake Campus saleTRAVERSE CITY — Northwestern Michigan College and the Grand Traverse Band of Ottawa & Chippewa Indians agreed to terms in principle for the sale of the Boardman Lake campus from the...
Letter of intent for Boardman Lake campus sale signed
Dear colleagues, As you know, in December NMC’s Board of Trustees authorized me to negotiate with the Grand Traverse Band of Ottawa and Chippewa Indians following their initial offer to purchase the Boardman Lake campus. I’m writing to let you know we have now...
Employee Wellness: The power of reading for pleasure
Have you ever thought about how awesome it is to just chill with a good book? Step away from the hustle and bustle for a bit and get lost in a story. Reading is the perfect way to unwind, spark your creativity, and build empathy. Whether you're into gripping novels or...
Kudos!
Kudos to Brittany Hanbury! Brittany coordinated the first ever NMC Book Swap, bringing book lovers from all departments together for some holiday cheer and great reads. Thanks to her for coordinating a fun gathering with the added bonus of sending participants home...
Welcome our newest hires!
These employees recently started working at the college. Let's welcome them to the NMC community! Kimberlee Dobek - Adjunct College Success Instructor Melody Jesiek, student employee - Residence Hall Front Desk Justin Deo, student employee - Fitness Center Staff...
Anchor and Edge: Modernizing for what’s next
At their meeting on December 15, 2025, the Board of Trustees approved the strategic plan as presented. This document summarizes the strategies, objectives, strategic drivers, and the strategic impact statement of Anchor and Edge, NMC’s new strategic plan. In this...
Holiday greetings from NMC!
Wishing you boundless joy and unstoppable momentum in the new year. President Nick Nissley & Northwestern Michigan College NMC holiday hours All campuses all closed December 24–January 1 Includes all offices, the Great Lakes Maritime Academy, NMC Library,...
Fitness Center winter break/holiday hours
The Fitness Center will have modified operating hours the next few weeks and will be open from 9 a.m.–5 p.m. on Monday–Friday. It will be closed Dec. 24–Jan. 1 and will reopen with on Friday, Jan. 2. Normal operating hours will resume Monday, Jan. 12.
Getting the word out About Sixty by 30
Amy Shamroe, Industry Navigator for the Sixty by 30 Grant Team in Extended Education & Training, is getting the word out about Sixty by 30. On December 3, Amy attended the MiLEAP event Moving Michigan Males Forward. She has some great takeaways, including how to...
Media mentions for December 15, 2025
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...
Kudos!
Kudos to Molly Norville, Hollie DeWalt, Kim Gourlay, Lil Anderson and Brittany Hanbury! The holiday planning committee brought some serious joy and warmth to students and employees serving up hot cocoa on a very cold day. Thank you all for taking time during a very...
Welcome our newest hires!
These employees recently started working at the college. Let's welcome them to the NMC community! Jason Hadfield — Adjunct Visual Communications Portfolio Instructor Michael Evans — Adjunct Culinary Arts Instructor Kara Ashworth, student employee — Tutor Tristan...