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This movie is based on NMU Alumna Beth Rondeau-Deacon's first screenplay, Intent Unknown. The psychological thriller stars Eric Roberts and Rondeau-Deacon's daughter Lucy, as Harper.  In this gripping psychological thriller, four ambitious psychology students embark on a risky experiment to unravel the mysteries of human behavior. Harper choosing her secluded home as the perfect location, she and her classmates Luna, Chase, and Amelia invite a Harold a stranger to participate, setting off a chain of events that will forever alter their lives. 

From TNG FILMS comes a captivating exploration of human nature, choice, and the consequences that arise when boundaries are pushed. Prepare for a cinematic journey into the depths of the mind, where sanity and morality hang in the balance.

A Q&A session will be held afterward.

Free popcorn and pop.

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NMU Alumna Beth Rondeau-Deacon and Director/Producer Terence Gordon are holding a casting call for NMU students for Intent Unknown 2, along with another film in development about pioneering woman pilot Lynn Rippelmeyer, who was the first woman to fly a 747 and captain a 747 transatlantic flight. The subject aligns with Gordon's interest in aviation. 

He attended college and general aviation flight school, and later served with the Civil Air Patrol-U.S. Air Force before venturing into entertainment. Gordon's credits include executive producer of the documentary What's in a Name: A Versace Story. He has also worked on numerous cross-genre projects such as music videos, commercials, and feature-length films. Read a feature story about Rondeau-Deacon, a mathematics teacher turned screenwriter, here. 

They will be looking to cast for actors (no experience necessary), set design, and other behind-the-scenes and camera positions. 

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NMU alumna Beth Rondeau-Deacon will discuss and read from her book Seven Doors In: One Teacher's Mission within Prison Walls, which has been optioned by a prominent production company for a streaming series. She plans to give away 50 autographed copies. Seven Doors In reflects on the three years she taught at a maximum-security prison.

Deacon earned a Master of Arts in Education degree in school administration and supervision from NMU in 2000. She has served as a mathematics teacher for about three decades. Her awards include Women of Hearts Teacher of the Year, the Correctional Teacher of the Year, and the Sanford Inspirational Teacher. She is featured in the book Women Today Making a Difference.

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The region's gathering for cannabis education and collaboration. This year's theme will be, "The future of cannabis." 

The event will showcase developing trends in cannabis education and scholarship, as well as insights from industry leaders and experts at the forefront of the sector’s evolving landscape. This collaborative event aims to inspire progress in cannabis education and scholarship through open dialogue, exchange of information and ideas, and celebration of student and faculty success.

There will be plenary speakers, guest speakers, panel discussions and student research (oral presentations and posters).

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The Majors Fair is an on-campus event where students can connect with their academic departments, student organizations, employers, and academic advisors. This event is for both declared and undeclared students to further explore the opportunities at NMU and the different career paths they could take within the different fields!

This is a great opportunity for students to network and build relationships with departments and others. 

**Bonus- If you check in at the event you will be put in a drawing to win Catca$h!

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Look good while doing good!

Join the Cosmetology department and treat your mind and body for a good cause. Select a service on a donation basis, such as a facial, pedicure, manicure, haircut, or hair tinsel, and all proceeds will benefit Marquette County wellness non-profits in support of suicide prevention.

Luminaries are available on a donation basis to light up in honor of a loved one. Luminaries will be displayed in the Cosmetology Salon windows.

Whether solo self-care or an outing with friends, call 906-227-2383 to schedule your appointment today and help make sure others have a brighter tomorrow.

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Join us for a reception to celebrate open education at NMU. We will recognize members of our inaugural OER Faculty Learning Community, and discuss how open pedagogy can foster academic excellence at NMU while supporting our vision of greater equity and inclusion.

Food and beverages will be served. 

This event is generously supported by SISU Innovation Funding. 

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Join Northern Michigan University and Kent State University chapters of PRSSA (Public Relations Student Society of America) for a digital discussion about using AI responsibly.

Learn more about ethically integrating AI into public relations practices such as chatbots, content generation, data analysis, and addressing other AI ethical challenges. Listen to four professionals share their experiences and insights:

Michele Ewing - APR, PRSA Fellow Professor at Kent State University

Andrea Gils - Marketing & Communications Director at Hargrove Firm LLC

Linda Stanley - Corporate Communications Manager at Carilion Clinic

Ben Brugler - President & CEO of Akhia Communications

This digital event is free, however, registration is required - Please RSVP here!

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Three Minute Thesis

NMU began its annual participation in the Three Minute Thesis (3MT) competition in 2018 and continues to expand its programming. Each year, NMU students will compete for recognition, prizes, and a spot in the regional competition. Three Minute Thesis was developed by The University of Queensland (UQ) in 2008. "3MT cultivates students’ academic, presentation, and research communication skills. The competition supports their capacity to effectively explain their research in three minutes, in a language appropriate to a non-specialist audience."

Each candidate is limited to three minutes and one static PowerPoint slide to aid in the presentation of their thesis research. Students must be actively enrolled in a graduate program and must present original research.

This year's Three Minute Thesis (3MT) competition will be held on Tuesday, February 20th, 2024 in the  Northern Center Ballroom IV from 3pm-5pm.

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Come and learn more about the Undergraduate Research Fellowship Program (URFP), which provides paid research experience for any undergraduate student in any major.

Be one of the ten student researchers in our new cohort! Accepted researchers will complete their research project any time between summer '24-summer '25 and will be paid a minimum of $2,000 as they work.

The only requirement of the Program is that students must commit to completing their research as outlined in their proposal and will present at the Celebration of Student Scholarship. There are no workshops or other requirements beyond research completion and presentation.

Please drop in as your schedule allows! The sessions will be happening at different times and dates to hopefully accommodate your schedule. They will all happen at the same location, Cohodas 404a:

• Tuesday, February 6, 1-3p
• Wednesday, February 14, 12-2p
• Thursday, February 29, 3-5p
• Friday, March 8, 10a-12p
• Monday, March 11, 9-11a