Lunch and Learn: Practicing Resilience

Thursday, Apr 2, 2026
12:00 pm

This semester, NMU WellBeing is hosting monthly Lunch and Learn events during which we discuss different topics that support employees' general health and wellbeing. During these events, you are invited to bring your lunch to enjoy! During this session, we will be discussing resilience and tips for finishing out this school year strong!

French Baking Seminar

Thursday, Apr 2, 2026
1:30 pm

The French Program at NMU is inviting you to our annual French Baking Seminar! This year's seminar features 231 West Patisserie, which will give a presentation on the craft and process behind this iconic Frenchpastry. Learn how croissants are made—from the careful lamination of buttery dough to the baking techniques that create their signature flaky layers.

Celebrating Legacy: Lake Superior Art Association in the Permanent Collection

Thursday, Apr 2, 2026
12:00 pm

Celebrating Legacy: Lake Superior Art Association in the Permanent CollectionOn View: March 19, 2026 – March 19, 2027

Gender Fair Speaker: Dr. Miranda Findlay

Thursday, Apr 2, 2026
6:00 pm

Dr. Miranda Findlay, an NMU graduate and Visiting Assistant Professor at Ripon College, is the 2026 NMU Gender Fair speaker.

Fire Site Storytelling Series

Thursday, Apr 2, 2026
1:00 pm

The NMU Center for Native American Studies (CNAS) invites you to the Fire Site Storytelling Series. This series features Anishinaabe winter storytelling, oral traditions, and community discussion, supported and facilitated by the CNAS director, faculty, and staff.Dates: Select Thursdays

The Holocaust: History, Memory & Michigan Voices Exhibit

Thursday, Apr 2, 2026

Olson Library is pleased to announce that a new traveling exhibit created by the Zekelman Holocaust Center, entitled "The Holocaust: History, Memory & Michigan Voices," is now open in the Library. Along with the main exhibit, there is also a smaller exhibit on Art as Resistance. These exhibits will be on display from March 2 until April 30.

Street Scene by NMU Opera Theatre Workshop

Thursday, Apr 2, 2026
7:30 pm

The NMU Opera Theatre Workshop will present scenes from Street Scene, an American opera by Kurt Weill, on Thursday, April 2, 2026. This performance features student performers alongside collaborative pianist Father Ryan Ford.

Student Recitals

Friday, Apr 3, 2026
1:00 pm

NMU Music students take turns performing their repertoire throughout the semester! These recitals are open to friends, family, and the community and are a great opportunity for students to practice their performance skills.

NMU Percussion Ensemble Concert

Saturday, Apr 4, 2026
3:00 pm

The NMU Percussion Ensemble has been rehearsing all semester! They are excited to welcome Scott Pellegrom, a drum coach and clinician who specializes in creativity and improvisational techniques, to their program!Join us for this free concert on Saturday, April 4, 2026, at 3:00 pm!

N8V Dance Fitness with Michelle Reed

Wednesday, Apr 8, 2026
1:00 pm

The NMU Center for Native American Studies (CNAS) invites you to N8V Dance Fitness with Michelle Reed (Lac du Flambeau Ojibwe). These dance fitness workshops are open to all and welcome participants of all experience levels.Dates: Select Wednesdays

Faculty/Staff Professional Headshot Session

Thursday, Apr 9, 2026
10:00 am

Marketing & Communications invites all faculty and staff to update your headshot. When: Thursday, April 9, 2026Time: 10 am to Noon (drop in; no appointment necessary)Where: Jamrich Hall -- 2nd floor, central study area

9 to 5

Thursday, Apr 9, 2026

Kick off your heels, crank up the volume, and join the rebellion! Based on the hit 1980 film and featuring an original score by country music legend Dolly Parton, 9 to 5: The Musical is a high-energy, laugh-out-loud tale of friendship, revenge, and female empowerment in the workplace. Music & Lyrics by Dolly Parton and Book by Patricia Resnick

NMU Wildpups: Animal Therapy Event

Thursday, Apr 9, 2026
4:30 pm

The Wildpups are a part of NMU’s Animal Assisted Therapy program. If you miss your pup back at home or need a way to ease the anxieties that come with being a college student, the Wildpups are here to help. All are welcome to enjoy time with these registered therapy dogs! You can learn more about the Wildpups here.

NMU Logo on bricks

Holi 2026

Saturday, Apr 11, 2026
1:00 pm

Come play Holi and celebrate the coming of Spring! Holi is the festival of colors, celebrated by Hindus around the world. Holi is played by throwing colored powder on family and friends. It marks the triumph of good over evil and uses play to challenge social norms. 

NMU Logo on bricks

University Forum

Monday, Apr 13, 2026
3:00 pm

University updates on a wide variety of topics will be available at the winter semester's University Forum. President Chris Olsen and other NMU campus leaders will provide information on:

National Student Employment Week Open House

Wednesday, Apr 15, 2026
10:00 am

We want to say THANK YOU for all that NMU student employees do to make a positive impact across campus and help make NMU such a great place!To show our appreciation, NMU student employees are invited to stop in the Career Services office (3302.3 C.B Hedgcock).We will have fruit pizzas and a wheel to spin for some great prizes!

Winter 2026 NMU School of Art & Design Senior Exhibition

Thursday, Apr 16, 2026
12:00 pm

April 16 - May 1 Winter 2026 NMU School of Art & Design Senior Exhibition 

30th Annual Celebration of Student Scholarship

Thursday, Apr 16, 2026
9:00 am

Please join us at the 30th Annual Celebration of Student Scholarship!The 30th Annual Celebration of Student Scholarship will be held on Thursday, April 16, 2026, all day in Jamrich Hall.

College for Kids Jr.

Saturday, Apr 18, 2026
9:00 am

Hands-on, minds-on STEM classes for students in grades K-6, offered through a partnership with the School of Education, Leadership, and Public Service.