Dean of Students
The Dean of Students office works daily to provide a welcoming atmosphere for all students to be a part of the NMU community. Feel free to stop by with any questions or concerns you might have so that we can help make your time at NMU be the most constructive it can be.
All Students
The Dean of Students office supports the mission of the university by maintaining a campus environment which is conducive to the recruitment, retention, personal development, and success of students. Specifically, we advocate for student rights; promote student involvement in the university's decision-making process; provide a program for new students to help them adjust to college living and learning; and offer services and programs which respond to the needs of diverse constituencies. The office also ensures the university community functions as freely as possible from disruptive and inappropriate behavior.
First Generation Students
If your parent(s) or legal guardian(s) have not completed a bachelor’s degree, then you are considered a first generation college student. As a first generation student, we know that you will have unique experiences during your time at NMU. Some of these experiences will be challenging and/or intimidating. We've created a page of resources just for you to support you in your educational experience:
Commuter and Non-Traditional Students
As a commuter or non-traditional student, we know that you will have questions related to your unique NMU experience. Whether you want to know about parking, how to get involved on campus, or just where to eat in between classes, we've created a page of resources just for you to support you in your educational experience:
Conduct Concern Form
Do you have a concern about a member of the University community? If so, please complete a form by clicking the link below.
Anti-Hazing Policy
Northern Michigan University actively seeks to promote the welfare of students by encouraging their involvement in extracurricular activities and student organizations. In keeping with this goal, the University has established a policy that prohibits hazing.
Religious and Spiritual Observance
Faculty, staff, and students practice a variety of religious and spiritual traditions, which enhance our campus community. NMU acknowledges that scheduling conflicts between required academic activities and religious and spiritual obligations are inevitable.
When an exam, assignment, or class conflicts with a religious or spiritual obligation, students should contact their instructors as soon as possible prior to the schedule conflict (generally a minimum of two weeks prior to the date or as specified by the instructor).
If advance notice is given by a student, faculty should work with the student to provide a reasonable accommodation to the request. The specific accommodations employed may vary from course to course depending upon factors such as the size of the class, nature of the course content, and mode of instruction. Students are not exempt from meeting course requirements or completing assignments in a timely manner as determined by the instructor. If applicable, students are responsible for making arrangements with a placement site (e.g., internship, practicum) to meet required obligations or responsibilities.
Parents
We know that even though your student is now actively enrolled and engaged at the collegiate level doesn't mean that all the questions have disappeared. It's okay to still have questions and an interest in their experience at NMU. We have created a page of resources to do just that: