News and information for employees, students, alumni and friends of Northwestern Michigan College
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...
Extended Education Opportunities
Did you know that your tuition waiver benefits extend beyond credit classes? Take a fitness class, learn a new hobby, or even enjoy a date night with your partner. Check out these exclusive employee passes and browse classes for you and yours this winter! Weight...
On the menu: Hawk Owl Café winter break/holiday hours
The Hawk Owl Cafe will have special hours over the next few weeks. The self-service kiosk will be open through Thursday, Dec. 18. The Hawk Owl Cafe will close entirely Friday, Dec. 19 through Sunday, Jan. 4. On Monday, Jan. 5, the self-service kiosk will reopen. On...
Holiday sale at the Dennos Museum store
It’s the perfect time to stop into the Dennos Museum store to do a little holiday gift shopping. The museum and store are open until 6 p.m. on Tuesdays through December 23! Members, NMC employees and students will receive DOUBLE DISCOUNTS at 20% off storewide on...
Ice skating event Jan. 17
NMC Campus Life will host an ice skating event Saturday, Jan. 17 from 7 to 10 p.m. at the Grand Traverse County Civic Center's Howe Arena (1125 W Civic Center Dr, Traverse City, MI). Must present a valid NMC ID to participate. This event is free to all NMC students,...
Marine Technology Society holiday party
The Marine Technology Society is hosting a holiday party to celebrate the end of the semester from 4–5:30 p.m. on Friday, December 12 in room 104/105 of the Timothy J. Nelson Innovation Center. There will be a Mario Kart and euchre tournament. Pizza, pop and snacks...
New books for December 2025
To find these selections and many other new titles, see the NMC library catalog. New Non-Fiction The Exvangelicals by Sarah McCammon Growing up in a deeply evangelical family in the Midwest in the '80s and '90s, Sarah McCammon was strictly taught to fear God, obey...
Happy Thanksgiving Hawk Owls!
Folks, While I try to bring an attitude of gratitude to work with me every day, Thanksgiving affords a special opportunity to pause and reflect on all that I have to be thankful for. And, while I am grateful for all that you do every day, Thanksgiving affords me a...
Call for 2026 Fellows nominations
The NMC Board of Trustees Fellows Nominating Committee is seeking nominations for the 2026 Northwestern Michigan College "Fellow" award. The Fellow is NMC's highest honor and the following criteria are taken into consideration during the selection process....
12th annual Thanks-For-Giving
Dear NMC students, faculty and staff: I hope your fall semester is off to a strong start. As the fall colors peak and the leaves begin to fall, I hope that you’re looking forward to the Thanksgiving break as much as I am. As we prepare for this important time of...
Announcing Katharine Marvin as NMC’s New Vice President of College Advancement
Dear NMC community, It’s my pleasure to announce that Katharine Marvin is NMC’s new vice president of college advancement. I’m so pleased to have Katharine take on this role at a critical juncture for NMC, as we stand on the cusp of our next strategic plan, launching...
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...
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