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The investiture of Northern Michigan University President Dr. Brock Tessman will provide an opportunity to celebrate as a community and welcome a new era under new leadership. 

The investiture of a university president – formally investing him or her with honors or rank – is an enduring tradition in academia. An investiture ceremony typically is held during or at the conclusion of the president’s first year in office.

The Investiture Ceremony will take place at 2 p.m. on Friday, September 29, at the Forest Roberts Theatre.

The ceremony is open to the public and no ticket is needed to attend. 

Reception immediately following (3-4:30 p.m.) – Grand Ballrooms, Northern Center 

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The Student Equity and Engagement Center invited you to recognize the achievements of graduating students of color & international students. A brief ceremony will be followed by music, a special menu of cultural foods, and time with community!

Graduates must check The Hub to register for the ceremony and/or to receive a cord. 

All are welcome, no tickets required.

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The Student Equity & Engagement Center invites you to celebrate the achievement of LGBTQ+ graduates! During the ceremony, the LGBTQ+ graduates are given lavender cords to wear for commencement. 

Graduates must register to participate and/or to receive a cord by scanning the QR code available on The Hub, or by emailing seec@nmu.edu. 

All are welcome and tickets are not required.

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Join us Thursday, March 16, 2023 in the Forest Roberts Theatre for the LSCP and College of Business After Hours at 5 p.m. Enjoy some food and fellowship before the Mini and Big Pitch Competitions. These competitions highlight our young entrepreneurs and their unique business ideas.

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Join us for the Closing Concert of the 2023 NMU Jazz Festival! This concert will feature the NMU Jazz Ensembles and clinician Dean Sorenson, tickets are $12 for General Admission and Free for Students!

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An Authentic Native American Dance Experience
Enjoy a spectacular, educational, and respectful Native American dance performance this season at the Forest Roberts Theatre! The Woodland Sky Native American Dance Company was established in 2013 and is comprised of Native American Ojibwe, Lakota, Potawatomi, Menominee, and Apache dancers. The group represents men’s and women’s Native American styles including traditional, fancy, jingle, grass, and hoop. Woodland Sky's focus is the telling of historic tales and stories using traditional native songs and dances.

Saturday, February 11th at 1:00pm - THEATRE FOR ALL PERFORMANCE
Saturday, February 11th at 7:30pm

Location: Forest Roberts Theatre

Tickets are $17 for General Public, $12 for NMU Faculty/Staff, Seniors, and Military, $10 for Students, and $5 for NMU Students.

CLICK HERE FOR TICKETS

Additionally, join us after the final performance for an exclusive reception featuring complimentary food and beverages and a meet and greet with the cast and creative team! The post-show reception is included with a ticket purchased for the 7:30pm performance on February 11 and will follow the show in the Forest Roberts Theatre lobby. All theatre and dance majors and minors are invited to attend free of charge.

Tickets can be purchased online at tickets.nmu.edu, by phone at 906-227-1032, or in person at any NMU Ticket outlet.

Questions? Email us at nmutd@nmu.edu or visit https://nmu.edu/theatreanddance/woodland-sky-dance-company.

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A Rollicking Musical Comedy
Book, Music, and Lyrics by Jim Jacobs and Warren Casey
Grease is the word! Celebrate the Rydell High class of 1959 in this iconic rock ’n’ roll musical. Meet the Burger Palace Boys and the Pink Ladies, a group of ten working-class teenagers navigating peer pressure, friendship, and love, amongst other things. New-to-town good girl Sandy Dumbrowski falls hard for head greaser Danny Zuko when the two meet during the summer, but will their relationship survive the ups and downs of high school? With a toe-tapping score that inspired the smash hit movie adaptation, this is a show you won’t want to miss!

NOTE: This production contains some adult language, mild adult themes, and smoking.

“Grease” is presented by special arrangement with Samuel French, Inc., a Concord Theatricals Company. www.concordtheatricals.com

Friday, April 14th at 7:30pm - Opening Night Party
Saturday, April 15th at 1:00pm - THEATRE FOR ALL PERFORMANCE
Saturday, April 15th at 7:30pm
Wednesday, April 19th at 7:30pm
Thursday, April 20th at 7:30pm
Friday, April 21st at 7:30pm
Saturday, April 22nd at 7:30pm

Location: Forest Roberts Theatre

Tickets are $17 for General Public, $12 for NMU Faculty/Staff, Seniors, and Military, $10 for Students, and $5 for NMU Students.

CLICK HERE FOR TICKETS

Additionally, join us after the first performance for an exclusive opening night party featuring complimentary food and beverages and a meet and greet with the cast and creative team! The opening night party is included with a ticket purchased for opening night, April 14, and will follow the show in the Forest Roberts Theatre lobby. All theatre and dance majors and minors are invited to attend free of charge.

Tickets can be purchased online at tickets.nmu.edu, by phone at 906-227-1032, or in person at any NMU Ticket outlet.

Questions? Email us at nmutd@nmu.edu or visit https://nmu.edu/theatreanddance/grease.

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A Vibrant Dance Showcase
Choreographed and Performed by NMU Dance Students and Faculty
The CO/LAB Company presents a unique collaborative dance experience. More details to come... please stay tuned!

Thursday, February 2nd at 7:30pm - Opening Night Party
Friday, February 3rd at 7:30pm
Saturday, February 4th at 1:00pm - THEATRE FOR ALL PERFORMANCE
Saturday, February 4th at 7:30pm

Location: Forest Roberts Theatre

Tickets are $17 for General Public, $12 for NMU Faculty/Staff, Seniors, and Military, $10 for Students, and $5 for NMU Students.

CLICK HERE FOR TICKETS

Additionally, join us after the first performance for an exclusive opening night party featuring complimentary food and beverages and a meet and greet with the cast and creative team! The opening night party is included with a ticket purchased for opening night, February 2, and will follow the show in the Forest Roberts Theatre lobby. All theatre and dance majors and minors are invited to attend free of charge.

Tickets can be purchased online at tickets.nmu.edu, by phone at 906-227-1032, or in person at any NMU Ticket outlet.

Questions? Email us at nmutd@nmu.edu or visit https://nmu.edu/theatreanddance/colab-company.