Northern Michigan University's food pantry helps students reduce anxiety, prioritize other financial obligations, stay continuously enrolled and realize they aren't alone, according to a survey conducted earlier this year. The COVID-19 pandemic has created additional stressors for people like NMU sports science major Mary Ann, who was laid-off from her job in March and sought help from the pantry out of concern for her 7-year-old daughter.

The Northern Michigan University Regional Police Academy will host informational meetings via Zoom at 5 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 6 and Wednesday, Oct. 7. Those who may be interested in attending the next academy are invited to sit in on one of the virtual presentations, which will last about an hour. 

Northern Michigan University's medical laboratory science (MLS) bachelor's degree program, specifically designed for working medical laboratory technicians seeking career advancement, ranks as the 20th best online clinical research degree in the nation by OnlineSchoolsReport.

NMU alumna Greta Betti of Kingsford has been honored for 50 years of dedicated membership in the Beta Sigma Chapter of the Delta Kappa Gamma Society International. DKGSI promotes the professional and personal growth of women educators and excellence in education. 

Northern Michigan University's week-long Homecoming celebration for alumni, community members and students will be modified because of the COVID-19 virus.