What can Handshake do for you?
Handshake is Career Services’ all-in-one web system for students, faculty, staff, employers, and alumni. Students and alumni job seekers can: Search and apply for jobs 24/7 Manage multiple resumes, cover letter and other employment-related documents
Virtual Behavioral Health Visits
With Blue Cross Online Visits, you can have virtual visits with licensed therapists and U.S.
Family Status Changes
Have you or will you experience a family status change this year? Family status changes including marriage, divorce, birth, adoption, death of a spouse/child, marriage of a dependent child, etc., must be reported to the Human Resources Department no later than 30 days after the event. Proper notification ensures accurate enrollment in the various benefits plans (medical, dental, etc
Personnel Changes
New Hires Ezekiel Combs (effective 3/20/2023), assistant football coach (CT) Intercollegiate Athletics & Recreational Sports William Vajda (effective 3/29/2023), director - UP Cybersecurity Institute (SA) Continuing Education /Workforce Development Cynthia Finch (effective 4/3/2023), principal account Clerk (4B) Biology
Accessing Wellbeing and Mental Health Resources for Employees
Join Kristen Bjorne (Director of Benefits) and Rhea Dever, (AVP of HR) for a webinar designed to help NMU employees understand and access the many wellbeing resources available to them and their eligible dependents. Join us for a quick 30 minute Zoom session, where we will tour these resources and provide insights into how to make the most of these benefits and services. Two session
National Student Employment Week
April 9-15, 2023 is National Student Employment Week. This week is celebrated on campuses throughout the nation, and is an opportunity to enhance awareness of student employment and its important role in the higher education experience.
Annual Writing Contests
The NMU English department hosts several annual writing contests for undergraduate students. The deadline for submissions is Monday, April 10. Guidelines can be found at nmu.edu/english/awards.
Northern STAR Awards
The 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. Congratulations to our recent Northern STAR recipients:
Accessing Wellbeing and Mental Health Resources for Employees
Join Kristen Bjorne (Director of Benefits) and Rhea Dever, (AVP of HR) for a webinar designed to help NMU employees understand and access the many wellbeing resources available to them and their eligible dependents. Join us for a quick 30 minute Zoom session, where we will tour these resources and provide insights into how to make the most of these benefits and services. Two session
Want to Become a Licensed Captain?
The Continuing Education and Workforce Development Department (CEWD) at NMU has teamed up with Wisconsin-based company (and NMU Alumni!), Pathfinder Maritime, to make earning a captain's license simple and easy. Completing one of these National Maritime Center (NMC) approved programs is the first step in earning your professional maritime license and advancing your career.
Annual Writing Contests
The NMU English department hosts several annual writing contests for undergraduate students. The deadline for submissions is Monday, April 10. Guidelines can be found at nmu.edu/english/awards.
2023 Summer CDL Schedule
*HALF DAY & FULL DAY SESSIONS AVAILABLE* beginning May 2023. April 10 - May 5, 2023 - Monday through Friday, 8:00am - 4:00pm for 4 weeks May 8 - June 2, 2023: Monday through Friday, 8:00am - 4:00pm for 4 weeks May 8 - June 9, 2023 - Monday through Friday, 8:00am - 12:00pm for 5 weeks - Half day session
Retirement Plan Information
The 403(b) retirement plan performance report for the 4th quarter of 2022 is now available for viewing. The report includes 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.
Personnel Changes
New Hires Audrey Searles (effective 2/1), project manager/data coordinator (P2) NMU Center for Rural Health Lisa McBride (effective 2/13), senior secretary (4C) Financial Aid Michael DuFrane (effective 2/17), assistant football coach/defensive coordinator (CT) Intercollegiate & Recreational Sports
NMU Bookstore - Closed for Inventory
The NMU Bookstore will be closed Monday, March 20th for our annual physical inventory. Please contact Paul Wright (pwright@nmu.edu) with any questions.
NMU Bookstore - Closed for Inventory
The NMU Bookstore will be closed Monday, March 20th for our annual physical inventory. Please contact Paul Wright (pwright@nmu.edu) with any questions.
March 2023 Grief Support Specialist Program
The Grief Support Specialist Program is an 8 week, non-credit certificate program through Continuing Education and Workforce Development at NMU. Starting March 13, 2023 through May 1, 2023. The course will be held each Monday via zoom from 6:00pm-9:00pm EST.
Traveling Soon?
The best laid travel plans can go wrong, leaving travelers vulnerable and potentially unable to find the right help. When the unexpected happens far from home, it's important to know whom to call for assistance. Benefits eligible employees covered under the group life insurance policy with The Hartford have access to
Wildcat Weekend Volunteers needed! March 17-18th
The NMU Admissions Office is hosting Wildcat Weekend March 17-18th and we need some helping hands to welcome prospective students and their families to campus! It's a fun event filled with sharing stories and helping future wildcats find if their college fit is at NMU.
Virtual Well-Being
Blue Cross virtual well-being can inspire you to live your best life! This program offers live, interactive, and science-based webinars every Thursday at 12 noon (EST). The program also offers guided meditation every Wednesday at 12 noon (EST). Please view the
Personnel Changes
New Hires Audrey Searles (effective 2/1), project manager/data coordinator (P2) NMU Center for Rural Health Lisa McBride (effective 2/13), senior secretary (4C) Financial Aid Michael DuFrane (effective 2/17), assistant football coach/defensive coordinator (CT) Intercollegiate & Recreational Sports