October Check-in Survey
NMU and the Beginning College Survey of Student Engagement (BCSSE) are checking in with students. This semester, freshmen and new transfer students have a chance to be heard!
Free Professional Headshots
Need a professional headshot? Get yours for free with a quick 15-minute appointment with NMU Career Services, available every Friday! Appointments must be scheduled at least 24 hours in advance through Handshake.
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
September Check-in Survey
NMU and the Beginning College Survey of Student Engagement (BCSSE) are checking in with students. This semester, freshmen and new transfer students have a chance to be heard!
TIAA Retirement Webinar Schedule - Fall 2026
TIAA provides several webinars each quarter to enhance your financial wellness and literacy. The Fall 2026 webinar topics are:
Free Professional Headshots
Need a professional headshot? Get yours for free with a quick 15-minute appointment with NMU Career Services, available every Friday! Appointments must be scheduled at least 24 hours in advance through Handshake.
What can Handshake do for you?
Handshake is Career Services and High-Impact Learning's all-in-one web system for students, faculty, staff, employers, and alumni. Students and alumni job seekers can:
Personnel Changes
New HiresJoshua Bouchard (08/03/2026), asst women's basketball coach (CT) Intercollegiate AthleticsJaclyn Stark (08/12/2026), director of news and publications (P6) University Marketing & CommunicationsAdam Dobis (08/10/2026), head women's lacrosse coach (CT) Intercollegiate Athletics
Registration Open for Third Annual Mind Over Miles 5K
Registration and volunteer opportunities are now open for the third annual Mind over Miles 5K run and walk in honor of World Mental Health Day, taking place on Thursday, October 8th. Organized by NMU WellBeing, the event helps highlight NMU’s commitment to the Okanagan Charter by fostering a campus culture that prioritizes health, wellbeing, and belonging.
Personnel Changes
New HiresNicole Kennedy (06/15/2026), executive administrative assistant (4A) W.L Cisler College of BusinessRyan Gooch (07/06/2026), leadership annual giving officer (P4) NMU FoundationMatilda Schiewe (07/13/2026), project manager (P2) NMU Center for Rural HealthMarquell Moorer (07/16/2026), resident director (P3) Housing & Residence Life
Northern STAR Awards
Northern STAR AwardsThe Northern STAR (Simple, Thoughtful Acts of Recognition) Award offers an opportunity to immediately thank and compliment an employee who contributes exemplary work and/or demonstrates a commitment to NMU's core values.
How can Career Services help you?
Job Postings in Handshake
Personnel Changes
New HiresLisa Mattson (05/26/2026), principal administrative assistant (4B) Education/Leadership/Public Services SchoolNicholas Stoner (effective 6/1/2026), police officer (P2) NMU Police DepartmentAakifah Asifee (effective 6/8/2026), principal account clerk (4B) Biology
The Wildcat Coffee Bar - Now Open at 8 a.m.
The Wildcat Coffee Bar inside The Wildcat Den is now open from 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Monday-Friday! Orders can be made in person or with the GET mobile app.
Staff Professional Development Days Materials
Thank you to everyone who attended the 3rd Annual Staff Professional Development Days on May 20–21, and to our presenters for sharing their expertise and helping make the event a success.
The Wildcat Coffee Bar - Now Open at 8 a.m.
The Wildcat Coffee Bar inside The Wildcat Den is now open from 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Monday-Friday! Orders can be made in person or with the GET mobile app.
Retirement Plan Information
The 403(b) retirement plan performance report for the 1st 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.
The Wildcat Coffee Bar - Now Open at 8 a.m.
The Wildcat Coffee Bar inside The Wildcat Den is now open from 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Monday-Friday! Orders can be made in person or with the GET mobile app.
The Wildcat Coffee Bar - Now Open at 8 a.m.
The Wildcat Coffee Bar inside The Wildcat Den is now open from 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Monday-Friday! Orders can be made in person or with the GET mobile app.