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The Engineering Technology Department is proud to announce this year's senior capstone presentations. This is the culmination of years of hard work, late nights in the lab, and rigorous problem-solving.

Our graduating seniors in both Electrical Engineering Technology (EET) and Mechanical Engineering Technology (MET) will be showcasing their final projects, demonstrating their ability to bridge the gap between theoretical design and real-world application.

Come out and see what our students can do!

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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.

The Celebration of Student Scholarship is an annual event held on the Northern Michigan University campus to recognize the scholarly activity of undergraduate and graduate students in all disciplines. Students share their scholarly and creative work with the NMU and Marquette communities. The event is free and open to the public. Students interested in participating should speak with their faculty advisors for assistance in planning their submission.

In the past, this event was limited to research posters and 10-minute oral presentations. Last year, the event expanded to include student artwork. For the 30th anniversary, we are looking to include as many different students from across campus as possible and are opening Celebration to other formats, including film and video, readings, round tables, performances, publications, artistic displays, and more.

This event is an important opportunity for student scholars to share their work in a way that is accessible to the general public. Our mission is to improve how we communicate about academic topics and ideas while recognizing the hard work done by NMU students under the guidance of faculty. Join us to discover and celebrate student scholarship.

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Join us for the Art & Writing Awards on the campus of NMU in the Art & Design Building, room 165, on Saturday, March 14, from 2-4 pm.

Scholastic Art & Writing Awards Exhibition: February 21 to March 14, 2026

Presented by the nonprofit organization, the Alliance for Young Artists & Writers, the Scholastic Art & Writing Awards are the country’s longest-running and most prestigious scholarship and recognition program for creative students in grades 7–12. This year, there were 130 total submissions from Upper Peninsula students. Forty-six creative teens from the Upper Peninsula received regional honors, including Gold Keys, Silver Keys, Honorable Mentions, and American Visions & Voices nominations, from the local Scholastic Awards Affiliate Northern Shores Storywork Writing Project.

The featured visual artists in this year’s exhibition are – Reese Collins, Eleanor Dohrenwend, Cat Ernsberger, Morgyn Hansen, Nynna Jarvi, Brooke Johnson, Hannah Josefsen, Natalie Joyal, Madeline Meilahn, Gabrielle Myers, Arianna Paananen,  Isabelle Recollet, Savanna Rautio, Miles Spaulding,  Lilia Skoglund, Addisyn Sundberg, Esme Ulland-Joy, Lila Witham, and Quinley Wonch

Learn more about Scholastic Art & Writing Awards.

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Scholastic Art & Writing Exhibition: February 21 to March 14, 2026

Presented by the nonprofit organization, the Alliance for Young Artists & Writers, the Scholastic Art & Writing Awards are the country’s longest-running and most prestigious scholarship and recognition program for creative students in grades 7–12. This year, there were 130 total submissions from Upper Peninsula students. Forty-six creative teens from the Upper Peninsula received regional honors, including Gold Keys, Silver Keys, Honorable Mentions, and American Visions & Voices nominations, from the local Scholastic Awards Affiliate Northern Shores Storywork Writing Project.

The featured visual artists in this year’s exhibition are – Reese Collins, Eleanor Dohrenwend, Cat Ernsberger, Morgyn Hansen, Nynna Jarvi, Brooke Johnson, Hannah Josefsen, Natalie Joyal, Madeline Meilahn, Gabrielle Myers, Arianna Paananen,  Isabelle Recollet, Savanna Rautio, Miles Spaulding,  Lilia Skoglund, Addisyn Sundberg, Esme Ulland-Joy, Lila Witham, and Quinley Wonch

Join us for the Art & Writing Awards on the campus of NMU in the Art & Design Building, room 165, on Saturday, March 14, from 2-4 pm.

Learn more about Scholastic Art & Writing Awards.

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Do you want to be a contender for competitive international fellowships and scholarships? Do you want to know more about programs that will pay for you to study, research, or teach abroad? Then come join our hands-on Workshop for International Fellowships & Scholarships! 

This workshop is brought to you by NMU's Fellowship & Scholarship Committee and the Writing Center, and sponsored by the Office of the Provost & Vice President for Academic Affairs & Student Success.

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You're Invited

10:30 a.m. Friday, Feb. 13

Lydia Olson Library Atrium (follow the signs)

Refreshments, open house activities, and facility tours from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.

Harden Hall's renovation refreshes Lydia M. Olson Library's blend of study space, services, technology, and resources with an emphasis on student learning and belonging. Housing together the Honors Program, SISU Institute, SHINE, Beaumier U.P. Heritage Center, NMU Archives, along with the new Learning Commons, made up of the university's tutoring services, enhances the students' learning and research opportunities while creating opportunities for new partnerships. A fourth floor was constructed for the departments of Economics, History, Philosophy, and Political Science.

Please join NMU in celebrating the completion of this exciting renovation.

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December 4-6 and 11-13, 2025

Composer & Lyricist: Johnny Marks

The beloved holiday classic comes to life on stage!

Straight from the screen and onto the stage, Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer™: The Musical brings the timeless TV special to life in a magical production full of heart and holiday cheer. Featuring classic songs like “Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer” and “A Holly Jolly Christmas,” this family favorite includes all your treasured characters—Santa and Mrs. Claus, Hermey the Elf, Bumble the Abominable Snow Monster, Clarice, Yukon Cornelius, and of course, Rudolph himself.

Shunned for his glowing red nose, Rudolph sets off on a journey to find a place where he truly belongs. Along the way, he meets other misfits with stories like his own—and discovers that being different is exactly what makes him special. When a fierce snowstorm threatens Christmas, it’s Rudolph’s uniqueness that lights the way and saves the day.

This heartwarming holiday musical is a joyful celebration of acceptance, friendship, and the courage to be yourself. Perfect for audiences of all ages, Rudolph reminds us that sometimes, the things that set us apart are the very things that make us shine.

Bring this uplifting tale to your stage—and let the spirit of the season soar!

FOREST ROBERTS THEATRE

APPROXIMATE RUN TIME: 80MINS | 15min Intermission

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You’re invited to the unveiling ceremony of the Tribal Nation Flags of Michigan’s Upper Peninsula at 3 p.m. Thursday, December 11, 2025, at the Superior Dome

Honoring

• Sault Ste. Marie Tribe of Chippewa Indians

• Bay Mills Indian Community 

• Hannahville Indian Community

• Keweenaw Bay Indian Community

• Lac Vieux Desert Band of Lake Superior Chippewa Indians

Light refreshments will be served immediately after the ceremony in the Superior Dome.

No RSVP required.

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The Virtual Biology Career Fair is an opportunity for companies and organizations to discuss Biology jobs, internships and careers with students. This also includes sustainable energy, government environmental/health, healthcare technicians, managing scientific data, natural resources, ecotourism, etc. There is no cost for employers, students and alumni to attend this event. 

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Featured Topics Include:

• Presidential Transition
• State and Federal Budgets & Impact on NMU
• Our Compass Strategic Plan Grand Challenge Progress
• Initiatives to Drive Enrollment
• … and more.

An interactive exercise to support NMU's reaffirmation of accreditation work will follow the forum’s Q&A for those who wish to participate.

The forum is open to the public. Students, faculty, staff, and community members are encouraged to attend.