Have You Experienced a Family Status Change?
If your family is changing, make sure to partner with your Benefits Team! Family status changes must be reported to the Human Resources Department no later than 30 days after the event and include:
Call for Art: North of the 45th 2025 Annual Upper Midwest Juried Exhibition
Rebecca Heidenberg is the 2025 Juror. Heidenberg is a curator, filmmaker, and co-founder of the Minneapolis gallery Dreamsong, which, beyond an exhibition program, participates in art fairs, including Frieze Los Angeles, Expo Chicago, and The Armory Show. In 2021, Heidenberg launched Twin Cities Art Week, an annual celebration of contemporary art in Minneapolis and St.
Personnel Changes
New HiresAaron Balogh (1/22/2025), institutional researcher II (P4) Institutional EffectivenessLily Mallett (01/24/2025), police officer trainee (PTR) NMU Police DepartmentThomas Polkinghorn (01/27/2025), preventive maintenance technician (4) Plant OperationsKara Shawbitz (01/29/2025), behavior analyst (P7) Psychological Science
Poetry without Borders - Call for Presenters
Whether you’re learning another language or speak a language other than English, we encourage you to present at Poetry without Borders on Tuesday, March 18th! Partnered with the UNITED Conference, it’s a fun event to present your favorite poetry & hear wonderful prose in a multitude of languages. To submit, check out the link below. The submission deadline is Monday, March 10th.
NMU's Annual Student Technology Innovation Award Applications
The Student Technology Innovation Award Recognizes students' creative use of technology and innovation in their academic disciplines. The purpose of this award is to identify and reward exemplary students who have utilized innovative technologies in their specific subject areas at NMU.
Excellence in Education Research Funding Opportunity (Graduate Students)
Applications for the Excellence in Education (EIE) Research Award are due by February 14th.
NMU Freshman Fellows Applications
NMU Freshman Fellows applications are open for the 2025-2026 school year. Apply now!Eligibility requirements for the NMU Freshman Fellowship Program are listed on our website as follows:
NMU's Annual Student Technology Innovation Award Applications
The Student Technology Innovation Award Recognizes students' creative use of technology and innovation in their academic disciplines. The purpose of this award is to identify and reward exemplary students who have utilized innovative technologies in their specific subject areas at NMU.
TIAA Live Webinars - January, February, and March 2025
TIAA has released its schedule of live webinars for the months of January, February, and March. Keep your financial goals on track with these informative live sessions and learn how you can take action for a more secure future.
Hinge Health Webinar - Healthy Aging and Bone Health
Presented by Hinge Health, NMU's Partner in Musculoskeletal Health, this free webinar will focus on the "skeletal" part of "musculoskeletal pain". Hear from an expert physical therapist on how to protect your bone density as you age and simple movements to keep your bones strong and prevent injuries.3 things you will take away:
Free Professional Headshots
Get your FREE professional headshot - every Friday! Upcoming dates: February 7, 14 & 21Please set up your 15-minute appointment at least 24 hours before the event in Handshake:https://app.joinhandshake.com/stu/appointments
Excellence in Education Research Funding Opportunity (Graduate Students)
Applications for the Excellence in Education (EIE) Research Award are due by February 14th.
Call for Art: North of the 45th 2025 Annual Upper Midwest Juried Exhibition
Rebecca Heidenberg is the 2025 Juror. Heidenberg is a curator, filmmaker, and co-founder of the Minneapolis gallery Dreamsong, which, beyond an exhibition program, participates in art fairs, including Frieze Los Angeles, Expo Chicago, and The Armory Show. In 2021, Heidenberg launched Twin Cities Art Week, an annual celebration of contemporary art in Minneapolis and St.
Personal Best/HOPE Health Newsletter
The 1st quarter issue of the Personal Best/HOPE Health newsletter has arrived. Please take a moment for yourself to read and enjoy this issue, and remember to share it with your family members! Of interest in this issue:
Annual Faculty & Staff Award Nominations
Nominations for Individual and Team Recognition are now being accepted for the annual recognition program to be held April 9 from 3-5pm in the Northern Center. The nomination deadline is Friday, January 31.
NMU Freshman Fellows Applications
NMU Freshman Fellows applications are open for the 2025-2026 school year. Apply now!Eligibility requirements for the NMU Freshman Fellowship Program are listed on our website as follows:
How can Career Services help you?
Job Postings in HandshakeLog in through MyNMU (click on Handshake)Click here for FAQsLearn how to spot job scams and to keep yourself safe
Have You Experienced a Family Status Change?
If your family is changing, make sure to partner with your Benefits Team! Family status changes must be reported to the Human Resources Department no later than 30 days after the event and include:
Personnel Changes
New HiresLucas Van Vlerah (1/22/2025), police officer (P2) NMU Police DepartmentJacob Olson (1/24/2025), police officer trainee (PTR) NMU Police DepartmentSteven Boyer (2/3/2025), steam plant operator/cont tch (6) Plant Operations Promotions
Annual Faculty & Staff Award Nominations
Nominations for Individual and Team Recognition are now being accepted for the annual recognition program to be held April 9 from 3-5pm in the Northern Center. The nomination deadline is Friday, January 31.
NMU Symphony Orchestra Auditions - Winter 2025
ORCHESTRA AUDITIONS: Monday, January 13th 4:00-7:00pm at the Reynolds Recital Hall. Sign up for a specific 5-minute slot (sign-up sheet is located on the music department bulletin board (across from TFA 102), or just show up on the 13th! (FYI: The orchestra is seeking experienced strings, clarinetists, bassoonists, and horn players)