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Discover one of the world’s oldest percussion instruments during a hands-on rhythm bones workshop with U.P. musician Randy Seppala, aka “Da Bones Man.” Learn about the history and tradition of rhythm bones and get an introduction to playing this unique folk instrument. 

The workshop will take place at 7 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 30, in The Woods, Classroom 104A, as part of NMU’s Investiture Week and the kickoff to the U.P. Folk Festival. 

The event is sponsored by the Beaumier U.P. Heritage 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, see where NMU students have taken their education around the world at Wandering Wildcats: The NMU Study Abroad Showcase. 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 featuring information about study abroad opportunities. 

The showcase is sponsored by NMU International Programs. 

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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Make a difference during Investiture Week by donating blood at the Campus Blood Drive! NMU students, employees, and community members are invited to stop by Jamrich Hall between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 29, to donate. 

The blood drive is sponsored by the NMU Student Nursing Association. 

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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Come enjoy some ice cream as we celebrate the upcoming presidential investiture of Dr. Chris Olsen! NMU students, employees, and community members are invited to join us on the Northern Center lawn at 5 p.m. on Monday, Sept. 28. 

Bring the family! 

In case of rain, the event will be held on the first floor of the Northern Center, near the NMU Bookstore. 

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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Kick off Investiture Week with a morning of service on Saturday, Sept. 26. From 9 a.m. to noon, NMU students, employees, and community members are invited to help clean the graves of Civil War veterans at Ishpeming Cemetery. 

All cleaning supplies and equipment will be provided. 

Donuts and coffee will also be provided as volunteers spend the morning together caring for and preserving an important piece of local history. 

This service event honors Dr. Olsen’s passion for history. He holds bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral degrees in history, with his academic work focused on 19th-century U.S. history, politics, and political culture. Before moving into broader university leadership, he spent 14 years as chair of Indiana State University’s Department of History. Read more about President Olsen here. 

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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The Construction Management Career Fair provides an excellent opportunity for you to discuss full-time jobs, part-time jobs, internships, and summer employment with construction employers. Types of positions represented include Project Engineers, Field Engineers, Construction Managers, Estimators, Safety Specialists, Construction Management Interns, and more!

There is no cost for students or alumni to attend this fair.  

Remember to dress for success and have your resume ready! 

Win a prize!  Students/alumni who register in Handshake and also check in at the job fair will be placed into a drawing.  Ten winners will be selected and notified the day after the fair. 

Click here for information on preparing for in-person fairs.  Please contact NMU Career Services and High-Impact Learning if you have any questions. 

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The Northern Michigan University Board of Trustees is honored to announce the investiture of Dr. Chris J. Olsen as the University's 19th President. Dr. Olsen will officially receive the chain of command at a ceremony at 11 a.m. Friday, October 2, 2026, at the Northern Center.

The event is free, but requires an RSVP by Sept. 14 at NMU.EDU/INVESTITURE-CELEBRATION.

Students, faculty, staff and retirees should contact their academic or work department to express interest in attending.

An Investiture Celebration Dinner will also be held in honor of Dr. Olsen, taking place Thursday, Oct. 1, at the Northern Center. Social hour begins at 5:30 p.m. and dinner at 6:30 p.m. with the program to follow dinner. Proceeds will benefit Northern's new Experience Grants program. For more information and to purchase tickets, go to NMU.EDU/INVESTITURE-CELEBRATION.

For information on the weeklong schedule of Investiture activities, please go to nmu.edu/investiture.

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Northern's Faculty & Staff Kickoff to the 2026–27 academic year

Buffet Breakfast, 7:45–8:30 a.m.
Convocation, 8:45–10 a.m.

Host: Interim Provost Rob Winn
Featured Speakers:

• Tim Compton, chair, Academic Senate
• Jon Teichman, representative, Union Staff Leadership
• Mikayla Christenson, ASNMU President
• Chris Olsen, NMU President

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In conjunction with the Healthcare and Behavioral Sciences Career Fair, there will be a bonus recruiting event on the second floor of the Physical Education Instructional Facility (PEIF).  Majors included: Exercise Science, Athletic Training, Outdoor Recreation, Sports Science, Coaching, and more.

There is no cost for students or alumni to attend this fair.  

Remember to dress for success and have your resume ready! 

Click here for information on preparing for career fairs.  Please contact NMU Career Services and High-Impact Learning if you have any questions. 

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The Healthcare & Behavioral Sciences Career Fair provides an excellent opportunity for you to discuss full-time jobs, part-time jobs, internships, and summer employment with healthcare employers. Types of positions represented include Care Aides, Nurses, Medical Technicians, Social Workers, Phlebotomists, and more! 

There is no cost for students or alumni to attend this fair.  

Remember to dress for success and have your resume ready! 

Win a prize!  Students/alumni who register in Handshake and also check in at the job fair will be placed into a drawing.  Ten winners will be selected and notified the day after the fair. 

Click here for information on preparing for career fairs.  Please contact NMU Career Services and High-Impact Learning if you have any questions.