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Join the Central Upper Peninsula and NMU Archives for an Evening at the Archives presentation with Zach Lanciani, who helped research the Beaumier Heritage Center's recent exhibit commemorating the 100th anniversary of the Barnes-Hecker Mine disaster. 

Lanciani will share his research process and discuss what he uncovered about Philo P. Chase, the landowner who leased his property to the Cleveland-Cliffs Iron Company. 

The presentation will take place from 7 – 8 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 29, at the Central Upper Peninsula and NMU Archives in Harden Hall 228. 

For questions about the event, contact Annika Peterson at annipete@nmu.edu or 906-227-1429. 

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Principal Investigator (PI) Training is required for faculty and staff who plan to apply for internal NMU or external funding. The training covers NMU's grant application process, including the resources and tools available to applicants.

The next training will be held at 9 a.m. on Friday, Oct. 2, in Jamrich Hall 1315. This session will focus on supporting new faculty and faculty interested in applying for the Faculty Research Grant, which is due in late October. Students, faculty, and staff at all levels are welcome and encouraged to attend.

Registration is required: REGISTER FOR PI TRAINING

Additional PI Training opportunities will be offered throughout the academic year.

For more information about PI Training, including requirements and FAQs, visit the Principal Investigator Training page of our website. 

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America’s Largest Classroom – What 12,400 Visitors Told Us About Climate Change at U.S. National Parks and Wildlife Refuges.

As part of Investiture Week, hear from Dr. Jes Thompson, NMU Assistant Vice President of Sustainability, and her team of student researchers as they share their research on visitors’ perspectives on climate change at U.S. national parks and wildlife refuges.

The presentation will take place on Monday, Sept. 28, at 7 p.m. in Peninsula II of the Northern Center. 

For more information about the Presidential Investiture of Dr. Chris Olsen and the full schedule of Investiture Week events, please visit our Investiture website. 

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As part of Investiture Week, hear from NMU faculty as they share their research during the Faculty Scholarship Buzz Session. The event will take place on Thursday, Oct. 1, at 1 p.m. in Harden Hall 221, the Lydia M. Olsen Library.

Buzz Sessions generally last about two hours and are designed to allow attendees, including presenters, to come and go as teaching and class schedules allow.

Presenters: Andrew Bray (English), Siyau Gu (Engineering Tech), Jong In Lim (Communications and Media Studies), Jalina McClain (Theatre and Dance), and Ashley Provost (Social Work).

The event is sponsored by the Office of Research Development & Sponsored Programs and the College of Graduate Studies & Research.

For more information about the Presidential Investiture of Dr. Chris Olsen and the full schedule of Investiture Week events, please visit our Investiture website. 

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Celebrate the traditional arts and cultural heritage of the Upper Peninsula at the Upper Peninsula Folklife Festival!

The festival brings together traditional arts practitioners from across the Upper Peninsula and Upper Midwest, representing a variety of cultural backgrounds and traditions. In addition to showcasing traditional arts, the festival will offer opportunities for participants to learn more about the art forms and traditions of the region.

Pre-festival events will begin Wednesday, Sept. 30, followed by the main festival Friday, Oct. 2 – Sunday, Oct. 4.

Visit the Upper Peninsula Folklife Festival website for the full schedule of events and additional information.

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As part of Investiture Week, see where NMU students have taken their education around the world at Wandering Wildcats: The NMU Study Abroad Showcase. Through their study abroad experiences, students have broadened their perspectives, gained knowledge of the world and explored opportunities that can shape their future careers.

Stop by Jamrich Hall anytime from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 29, to explore student poster displays and attend presentations highlighting their experiences and study abroad opportunities available to NMU students.

View the study abroad programs featured at the showcase

The showcase is sponsored by the NMU International Programs Office and Academic Affairs & Student Success.

For more information about the Presidential Investiture of Dr. Chris Olsen and the full schedule of Investiture Week events, please visit our Investiture website. 

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Orange Shirt Day learning circles present opportunities for students, faculty, staff, and community members to learn about Indian Boarding School experiences and about healing and justice for survivors and families.

The Learning Circles will also help participants prepare for NMU's Orange Shirt Day commemoration event on Wednesday, Sept. 30, 2026. 

Learning Circles will be held from 6–8 p.m. on Sept. 9, 16, and 23 in the Whitman Hall Commons. 

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Stop by our table in the Jacobetti Complex lobby to learn more about the Center for Native American Studies at NMU!

Sign up to receive information about upcoming events, activities, classes, and enjoy some popped manoomin (wild rice) while you visit.

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Stop by our table in the Harden Hall lobby to learn more about the Center for Native American Studies at NMU!

Sign up to receive information about upcoming events, activities, classes, and enjoy some popped manoomin (wild rice) while you visit.

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Stop by our table in the Jamrich Hall lobby to learn more about the Center for Native American Studies at NMU!

Sign up to receive information about upcoming events, activities, classes, and enjoy some popped manoomin (wild rice) while you visit.