Remembering former NMC President Tim Quinn
Good afternoon, NMC community – I’m writing to share the May 11th passing of former NMC President Tim Quinn, a leader whose influence continues to shape our college and community. His thoughtful leadership, deep commitment to student opportunity, and belief in...
New books for May 2025
To find these selections and many other new titles, see the NMC library catalog. New Non-Fiction The Story of Drawing: An Alternative History of Art by Susan Owens Drawing is at the heart of human creativity. The most democratic form of art-making, it requires nothing...
NMC Library summer hours
The NMC Library will be open for summer hours from May 3 through August 22. It will be open to students and the public 8 a.m.–5 p.m. Monday through Friday, and closed on Saturdays and Sundays. The library will also be closed for the Memorial Day (Monday, May 26) and...
OOPs pitch event scheduled for May 21
Mark your calendar! The next pitch event is Wednesday, May 21, from noon–1:30 p.m. in the Timothy J. Nelson Innovation Center, room 106/107. The OOPs team is looking for pitches that are focused on educational initiatives, including new programs, increasing enrollment...
Success Story: ‘No time like the present’ NMC Reconnect grad, 50, urges others to pursue a degree
April 30, 2025 In her day job as registrar at Traverse City Central High School, Kerri-Ann Bonaddio sees dual-enrolled NMC students all the time. Two years ago, she decided she needed to join them. “One day I said. ‘I’m just going to do it,’ ” said Bonaddio, 50, who...
Timothy J. Nelson Innovation Center summer hours
Starting Sunday, May 4, 2025, the Timothy J. Nelson Innovation Center (TJNIC) will be open to the public from 6 a.m. to 7 p.m. each day. Anyone else needing access to this building outside of these hours should contact Campus Safety and Security at (231) 995-1111.
Ready, set, code: NMC IT Olympics
Tenth annual competition spotlights high school IT students; hard and soft skills required TRAVERSE CITY — More than 100 high school IT students will test their skills at halting hackers, composing code and working under pressure at NMC’s tenth annual...
Spring Art Market
The Dennos Museum Center will host the Spring Art Market from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, May 10. The annual event features 25 Michigan artists selling their work and special programming to celebrate artists, spring and moms! 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Spring Art Market 10...
Update on Trump Administration orders affecting higher education
Good afternoon NMC Community, This week, President Trump issued several executive orders related to higher education. These directives focus on federal accreditation rules, diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs, and reporting requirements for foreign...
On Journalism, Media & Information Literacy
On Thursday, May 29, Northwestern Michigan College’s International Affairs Forum will present an event on journalism, media and information literacy in partnership with Interlochen Public Radio (IPR). IAF welcomes journalist and advocate Sharon Moshavi, president of...
Evolving the University Center to meet today’s student needs
Good afternoon NMC community, Since 1995, the University Center has helped thousands of students “start here and stay here,” completing bachelor’s and advanced degrees through NMC’s university partnerships. Now, we’re beginning the next chapter. Starting later this...
Marine Technology Society end of year party
The Marine Technology Society is hosting a party to celebrate the end of the year from 5–7 p.m. on Wednesday, April 30 on the pier at the Great Lakes Campus. Come tour the boat, operate an ROV and enjoy some food! In the event of inclement weather, the party will be...
2025 Commencement is set for May 3
TRAVERSE CITY — Commencement ceremonies for Northwestern Michigan College's Class of 2025 will be held Saturday, May 3 in Milliken Auditorium on main campus. Three ceremonies will be held, with graduates grouped by degree or credential earned. 11 a.m.: Associate...
Commencement caps and gowns
Congratulations to the graduates of 2025! Caps and gowns are available at the NMC Bookstore (located in the Health & Science building) and online at bookstore.nmc.edu. Don't wait—get yours today!
First Science Symposium set for April 26
TRAVERSE CITY – NMC will host its first Science Symposium, a celebration of scientific inquiry and discovery, from 3–6 p.m. Saturday, April 26 in rooms 104–105 of the Timothy J. Nelson Innovation Center on NMC’s Front Street campus. The...