{"id":163004,"date":"2025-07-07T08:00:18","date_gmt":"2025-07-07T12:00:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blogs.nmc.edu\/?p=163004"},"modified":"2025-07-07T11:56:59","modified_gmt":"2025-07-07T15:56:59","slug":"new-look-real-impact-whats-ahead-for-nmcs-brand-rollout","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blogs.nmc.edu\/?p=163004","title":{"rendered":"New Look, Real Impact: What\u2019s Ahead for NMC\u2019s Brand Rollout"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>This August, NMC will launch the first phase of its new brand. It\u2019s an exciting milestone, but it\u2019s just the beginning. Full implementation will take about three years.<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This work is an investment in NMC\u2019s future. Built from research and shaped by input from students, employees, alumni, and community partners, the brand aligns with our strategic and campus master plans. It\u2019s designed to strengthen enrollment, improve visibility, and more clearly communicate the value NMC delivers.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The first phase focuses on college-wide needs and high-impact audiences: prospective students, current students, and employees. Here&#8217;s what to expect:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A fully redesigned suite of admissions materials<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\">New outdoor gateway and directional signage for all campuses<\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Environmental branding in most buildings (think accent walls, decals, or rugs)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Welcome Week items for current students<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Swag, Canva templates, Google templates (like letterhead and syllabi), and basic office supplies for employees<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We know people are excited to use the new brand in their own areas. That enthusiasm is a good sign. At the same time, we\u2019re rolling things out in a way that\u2019s intentional and sustainable. Future phases in 2026 and beyond will support divisions, departments, and offices, with priorities shaped by NMC\u2019s new strategic plan.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For now, we\u2019re asking a few things:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Please hold off on placing branded orders for your area<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Please don\u2019t create new materials on your own<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Do reach out if you have ideas or upcoming needs<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While most projects will need to wait, we may be able to support some early requests based on strategic impact and available capacity. Let\u2019s talk before you make plans so we can find the best path forward together.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Thank you for your support and partnership. The brand belongs to all of us, and we\u2019re excited to bring it to life with you.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>This August, NMC will launch the first phase of its new brand. It\u2019s an exciting milestone, but it\u2019s just the beginning. Full implementation will take about three years. This work is an investment in NMC\u2019s future. 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