President's Updates
Updates from NMC President Nick Nissley, Ed.D.What the U.S. Department of Education Changes Mean for NMC
Good afternoon NMC community, By now, many of you have likely heard about the significant reductions at the U.S. Department of Education, where nearly 1,300 employees — almost half the department — were affected by a workforce reduction announced last week. Since the...
Join me for the 10th Annual Big Little Hero Race!
Dear NMC faculty, staff and students, Support a great cause while having fun at this year's Big Little Hero Race, an experiential learning project led by students in NMC's BUS 231 class. This event helps students develop real-world professional communication skills...
NMC’s commitment to student privacy, safety and access to education
Good afternoon NMC community, As we navigate recent federal policy changes, I want to take a moment to address another issue that may be on the minds of many in our community. Following new executive orders related to immigration enforcement, we recognize that...
NMC’s commitment to student success and belonging
Good morning NMC community, I want to take a moment to address the recent Trump administration executive orders related to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB) programs. I know that many of you have questions about how these changes impact Northwestern...
Sabbatical & Professional Development Leave Procedures & Priorities 2025-2026
Dear colleagues: Following are our institutional priorities for professional development for 2025-2026. It is encouraged to link your sabbatical and professional development leave proposals to one or more of the college strategies and/or the college mission....
Call for 2025 Fellows nominations
The NMC Board of Trustees Fellows Selection Committee is seeking nominations for the 2025 Northwestern Michigan College "Fellow" award. The Fellow is NMC's highest honor and the following criteria are taken into consideration during the selection process. Demonstrated...
Thanks-for-Giving 2024
Dear NMC Students, Faculty and Staff: I hope you are having a successful fall semester! As we welcome November, I look forward to spending time with friends and family over a Thanksgiving meal. I am asking for your help to ensure we can all share in this important...
Update on Facilities Management at NMC
Good afternoon NMC community, I am writing to inform you about an important change in how Northwestern Michigan College (NMC) will manage its facilities operations moving forward. After careful consideration, NMC has decided to end its long-standing contract with...
Trustees to vote on suspending Benzie annexation effort, upholding NMC values
Dear NMC community, With a mixture of disappointment and pride, I am writing to inform you that on Thursday, NMC’s Board of Trustees will consider a resolution requesting that the Benzie County Clerk withdraw the annexation questions previously approved for the Nov. 5...
Trustee resignation, board to appoint successor
Dear NMC community, Trustee Rachel Johnson shared with the Board of Trustees last night she is resigning from her position for personal reasons. Trustee Johnson first joined the board in November 2016. During her tenure she served as Chair and Vice Chair, as well as a...