NMU Board Sets Room/Board Rates, Adds Programs

President Brock Tessman (back left) participates in his final NMU Board of Trustees meeting.
President Brock Tessman (back left) participates in his final NMU Board of Trustees meeting.
May. 2, 2025 —
The Northern Michigan University Board of Trustees has approved room and board rates for the 2025-2026 academic year, along with a bond authorization to fund two new apartment complexes that will better meet the demand for student housing. The board also agreed to launch four new academic programs in the fall: bachelor of science in early childhood education teacher certification, birth-kindergarten; bachelor of applied science in cannabis and plant-based wellness operations; associate of science in psychology; and a master of science in sustainability.
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NMU Theatre & Dance Presents Panowski Playwriting Award Winner

"Six Men Dressed Like Joseph Stalin" graphic
May. 7, 2025 —
Northern Michigan University Theatre and Dance will present “Six Men Dressed Like Joseph Stalin” by Dianne Nora, winner of the Panowski Playwriting Award. With the former USSR as its backdrop, the dark comedy revolves around two men—loosely inspired by real figures—who bear such a strong resemblance to Stalin that they are forced into dangerous service as political decoys to thwart his enemies and alleviate fears for his safety. Performances are scheduled at 7:30 pm. Thursday, May 15, through Saturday, May 17, in NMU's Panowski Black Box Theatre.

NMU Arts and Athletics Golf Outing June 19

Scene from last year's Arts and Athletics Golf Outing
May. 6, 2025 —
Northern Michigan University Athletics and NMU Theatre & Dance will team up once again for the seventh annual Arts and Athletics Golf Outing on Thursday, June 19, at the Marquette Golf Club. The event supports both departments' students and programs. Four-person teams can play either the Heritage course for $150 per person, or Greywalls for $250 per person. Tickets include 18 holes with a cart, dinner, refreshments on the course and a thank-you gift.

Board Presents Student Achievement Awards

Top (from left) Tessa Standerford, Amy Holmes and Andie Belanger. Bottom (from left): Bryson Krieger, Landon Strzelewicz and Jennifer Kreger
May. 2, 2025 —
The Northern Michigan University Board of Trustees recognized its annual Student Achievement Award recipients, all of whom hail from Michigan. Tessa Standerford of Negaunee and Landon Strzelewicz of Caro are the 2025 Outstanding Graduating Seniors. Recipients of the remaining outstanding awards in their respective categories are: Amy Holmes of Waterford Township, Global Campus Student; Jennifer Kreger, Pontiac, Nontraditional Student; Andie Belanger, Gladstone, Graduate Student; and Bryson Krieger, Portland, Student of Any Class.