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NMU to Host Marquette-Alger College Fair

Sep. 12, 2018

Northern Michigan University will host the Marquette/Alger Counties College Fair on Wednesday, Sept. 19, at the Don H. Bottum University Center Great Lakes Rooms. The program will be held from 6-7:30 p.m. and is open to high school students and their parents.

NMU Reports Increase in New Students

Sep. 11, 2018

Northern Michigan University’s new student enrollment has increased 9.9 percent this fall, thanks to a second consecutive year of growth in first-time freshmen and a significant boost in transfer students. New freshmen numbers are up by 107, or 7.1 percent. Transfers have increased by 81, or nearly 20 percent, according to the university’s 10th day enrollment report.

NMU's UNITED Conference Sept. 24-25

Sep. 7, 2018

The 13th annual UNITED Conference will be held Sept. 24-25 at Northern Michigan University. UNITED is a yearly conference composed of a broad range of presentations and films focusing on diversity and inclusion. This year’s speakers and events will address such topics as social justice, human rights and gender studies.

Alumnus Named CFO

Sep. 7, 2018

Adam Gingery ('04 BS) is the new chief financial officer at Western Wisconsin Health in Baldwin, Wis. He has been working in the healthcare industry for more than a decade, previously serving as the CFO at Door County Medical Center in Sturgeon Bay. Gingery received his bachelor's degree in accounting, business administration and computer information systems from NMU. He has served on numerous boards, is an active member of the Wisconsin Hospital Association and the Rural Wisconsin Health Cooperative and also is a National Rural Health Association Fellow.

Speaker Uses Humor to Address Sexual Behavior

Sep. 7, 2018

Social sexuality educator and comic storyteller Cindy Pierce will combine humor and research to give Northern Michigan University students advice about navigating hook-up culture as well as the dos and don’ts of engaging in sexual behavior.

PR Grads, Professor Present in England

Sep. 6, 2018

May NMU graduates Abby Cook and Jami Hogeboom, along with Professor Tom Isaacson, recently presented a case study on the evolution of public relations at the International History of Public Relations Conference in Bournemouth, England.

Image of Jami Hogeboom, Professor Tom Isaacson and Abby Cook

NMU Expands Homecoming Activities

Sep. 6, 2018

Northern Michigan University's 2018 Homecoming celebration will feature a full slate of activities for alumni and community members Sept. 18-22. Three special additions this year include a community-wide ice cream social, the unveiling and dedication of a new Wildcat statue on campus and the premiere of a documentary on the 1975 national champion football team. The following events are free, unless otherwise indicated.

Berens Brings 'Manitowoc Minute' to NMU

Sep. 6, 2018

Comedian Charlie Berens, the camouflage-clad host of the popular “Manitowoc Minute” online video series, will bring a live version of the show to Northern Michigan University. The Wisconsin native will discuss local headlines, da Packers and all things Midwestern during the Marquette stop of his “Oh My Gosh Tour.” His show begins at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 13, in Forest Roberts Theatre. Tickets are $15 for the general public, $10 for students and $5 for NMU students.

Presentation Explores Trump-Era Political Currents

Sep. 5, 2018

Northern Michigan University’s Political Science and Public Administration Department will present a discussion titled “The Rise of Authoritarianism and Other Dangerous Political Currents in the Trump Era.” The event is scheduled at 7 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 19, at the Ore Dock Brewing Co. It is free and open to the public.

Three NMU professors will share their perspectives on the rise of authoritarianism and other threats to liberal democracy during the Trump administration.

'Tribal Justice' Film and Discussion at NMU

Sep. 5, 2018

Northern Michigan University's Center for Native American Studies and the Michigan Supreme Court State Administration Office will present a free screening of the documentary, “Tribal Justice,” followed by a panel discussion featuring five judges. The event begins at 6 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 19, in the Whitman Hall commons at NMU.

Two Judges, Two Tribes, One Goal, Tribal Justice

NMU Hosts Run for Special Olympics

Sep. 4, 2018

Northern Michigan University will host a community Law Enforcement Torch Run/Walk for Special Olympics on Tuesday, Sept. 11. The Law Enforcement Torch Run (LETR) is the largest grassroots fundraising effort for Special Olympics International. Michigan's program generates financial support for more than 23,000 athletes who compete in Special Olympics in the state.

NMU Football Tailgates to Feature Local Food and Music

Sep. 4, 2018

Northern Michigan University will enhance the fan tailgate experience at Wildcat home football games by featuring local cuisine and music.

Alumna Joins UPHS Emergency Medicine Staff

Sep. 3, 2018

Dr. Shawn Brown ('07 BA) has joined the UP Health System-Marquette Emergency Medicine staff. She earned her NMU bachelor's degree in athletic athletic training with a minor in Emergency Medical Services before attending the University of Michigan Medical School. Brown previously served as a physician in the Department of Emergency Medicine for St. Luke’s Hospital, working clinically in the ED as well as serving as the physician liaison for emergency preparedness and mass casualty planning.

Kayakers Complete Lake Superior Circle

Aug. 31, 2018

Two NMU students and two alumni successfully completed their quest to circumnavigate Lake Superior by kayak to raise awareness of the importance of clean water and funding for nonprofits that protect the Great Lakes. They departed in May and paddled the final leg of their 1,500-mile journey into Presque Isle beach Aug. 30.

Marquette Climate March Sept. 8

Aug. 31, 2018

The Northern Climate Network will host a Marquette Climate March from 3-5 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 8, at the Marquette Commons. Marquette is among thousands of cities creating awareness for environmental change and participating in the People’s Climate Movement this year.

Film Explores History of Finns' Cooperative Movement

Aug. 30, 2018

An award-winning documentary that explores the history of the Finnish-American cooperative movement, with a focus on Settlers Co-op in Bruce Crossing, will be screened at Northern Michigan University. The Beaumier U.P. Heritage Center at NMU will present Co-operatively Yours at 7:30 p.m. Friday, Sept. 7, in 1100 Jamrich Hall. Admission is free.

U.P. History and Culture Symposium Sept. 7

Aug. 30, 2018

For nearly two decades, the Sonderegger Symposium at Northern Michigan University has celebrated the history, life and culture of the Upper Peninsula. The NMU Center for Upper Peninsula Studies will present the 18th installment on Friday, Sept. 7, in the Whitman Hall commons.

Police Academy Holds Graduation

Aug. 30, 2018

Northern Michigan University’s Regional Police Academy recently held its graduation ceremony. Fourteen recruits were given certificates of completion after 16 weeks of training that revolves around a curriculum set forth by the Michigan Commission on Law Enforcement Standards (MCOLES). For more information regarding the NMU Regional Police Academy, call 906-227-1408. The following recruits graduated:

Foundation Reports Private Giving Increase

Aug. 30, 2018

The NMU Foundation is pleased to report a 34 percent year-over-year increase in outright gifts, pledges and expectancies for fiscal year 2018 totaling more than $6.3 million. The amount includes funding for an endowed professorship established by Dr. Mark Lovell (’77 BS) and his wife, Eileen. Departments received direct funds totaling about $1.6 million. Combined with FY 2017 gains, private giving has nearly doubled over the past two fiscal years.

NMU Grad Promoted at Brokerage Firm

Aug. 29, 2018

Zachary Sturdy ('17 BS) has been promoted to financial adviser at Northstar Investment Management in Marquette. He joined Northstar as a research analyst after graduating with a bachelor’s degree in finance from the NMU College of Business. Northstar Investment Management is an independent, full-service brokerage firm with an emphasis on income-producing investment. “We feel very fortunate to have a person as passionate and diligent as Zachary join our investment management team,” said Northstar’s founder, Douglas LaBar.