Fail Forward Week
Failure is scary, but it isn’t the end—it is an opportunity to grow. Student Success will host a week of events dedicated to normalizing setbacks and building resilience so that students can use past missteps to lead to future success. Activities include: Leveling Up!...
2026 Winter Olympics Curling Watch Party
In collaboration with the Traverse City Curling Club, NMC is hosting an Olympic Curling Watch Party from 1–3 p.m. on Friday, February 13, in the Timothy J. Nelson Innovation Center, room 104/105. Come watch Sweden and Canada face off in one of the most anticipated...
Marine Technology Society movie night
The Marine Technology Society is hosting a welcome back movie night for students from 6–9 p.m. on Friday, January 30 in the Timothy J. Nelson Innovation Center, room 104/105. The movie to be watched will be voted on before the showing. For questions, contact Adyn...
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...
Enrollment opens soon for College for Kids summer programs
TRAVERSE CITY — Northwestern Michigan College is looking forward to bringing kids’ summer classes back again in 2026 with its popular College for Kids program. All classes are scheduled to occur in-person, both on NMC campuses and local off-site...
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...
On the menu: Hawk Owl Café specials for January 26–30
The Hawk Owl Café serves specials during the fall and spring semesters from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. and from 4:40 to 6:30 p.m. The protein option is $9.99, and the vegetarian option (V) is $7.99. Learn more at nmc.edu/dining. Menu Monday, January 26...
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,...
Winterfest
Join Student Life for the annual Winterfest from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Tuesday, February 3 in the Timothy J. Nelson Innovation Center. Grab some delicious refreshments while learning about different student groups, their activities, and how you can get involved in...
Hoodie sale at the Campus Bookstore
The Campus Bookstore is offering $10 off all regular priced hoodies from Jan. 19–30.
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,...
Leadership Lab
The most effective leaders share one common trait: Self-Awareness. The Leadership Lab is a premier leadership training experience for students looking to bridge the gap between "involved student" and "impactful leader." This session focuses exclusively on leadership...
Mobile food pantry
NMC's mobile pantry has been rescheduled due to inclement weather and will be held from 3–5 p.m. on Wednesday Jan. 21 in the Maple Lot on the Front Street campus. This is the first distribution of the semester. We have over 6,000 pounds of food to share with our...