As part of Investiture Week, hear from NMU faculty as they share their research during the Faculty Scholarship Buzz Session. The event will take place on Thursday, Oct. 1, at 1 p.m. in Harden Hall 221, the Lydia M. Olsen Library.
UP Focus: Kathleen Conover & Yvonne LeMireSeptember 25 - November 7, 2026Friday, September 25, 5 pm EST - Join us for the talk and reception
An Investiture Celebration Dinner will be held to honor Dr. Chris Olsen as the 19th President of Northern Michigan University.Social hour begins at 5:30 p.m. and dinner at 6:30 p.m. with the program to follow dinner.Proceeds will benefit Northern's new Experience Grants program for students involved in high impact learning experiences.
Retirement Plan Information
The 403(b) retirement plan performance report for the 2nd quarter of 2026 is now available for viewing. The report includes industry updates, market commentary and review, plan investment review, and fund fact sheets for the 403(b) retirement plan (TIAA). Please visit MyNMU, Employee Services tab, and click on Retirement Plan Information.
First Year Experience Survey Open Through Oct. 2
The First Year Experience Survey (FYES) is now open and will close Friday, Oct. 2. Faculty and staff are asked to help promote the survey and encourage students to participate before it closes.
Personnel Changes
New HiresRichard Harris (08/27/2026), director-hockey operations (P2) Intercollegiate AthleticsBrandon Smith (09/14/2026), associate director/facilities engineer (SA) Plant OperationsHannah Pickens (effective 9/21/2026), principal administrative assistant (4B) Financial Aid