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U.S. National Chemistry Olympiad (USNCO)
Upper Peninsula Local Section Examination Announcement

The Upper Peninsula Section of the American Chemical Society (ACS) is proud to announce its participation in the U.S. National Chemistry Olympiad (USNCO) Local Section Examination. Northern Michigan University (NMU) will serve as one of the official examination sites.

The USNCO is a prestigious national program dedicated to promoting excellence in chemistry among high school students across the United States. This initiative aims to inspire interest in the chemical sciences, recognize outstanding academic achievement, and support educators and schools in nurturing student success in chemistry.

About the Local Examination
The USNCO Local Section Exam comprises 60 multiple-choice questions and is administered annually to over 16,000 students nationwide. Participants are encouraged to prepare using previously released exams available at www.acs.org/olympiad. All students must be registered with ACS to participate.

Recognition and Awards
• All participants will receive an official certificate of participation.
• Top-performing students will be eligible for cash awards.
• High-achieving students may advance to the national level of competition.

Advancement Opportunity
Students who excel at the national level may be selected to represent the United States at the International Chemistry Olympiad (IChO). Each year, a team of four students competes internationally, engaging in rigorous examinations and cultural exchanges with peers from around the world. Gold, silver, and bronze medals are awarded to outstanding performers.

Local Coordination
Professor Urvashi (uurvashi@nmu.edu) has been appointed as the USNCO Coordinator for the Upper Peninsula Section and will oversee local arrangements and registration. 

We encourage schools across the Upper Peninsula to promote this prestigious opportunity and support student participation. The competition provides valuable academic recognition and an opportunity to celebrate excellence in chemistry.

For additional information and registration details, please get in touch with Professor Urvashi.

Northern Michigan University

Wildcats, join us in Marquette, October 9-11, 2025, as we celebrate the 50th anniversary of the 1975 NCAA Division II Championship Football Team.

• Reconnect with the NMU community during a weekend full of Wildcat spirit, including:
• A welcome party for all alumni and friends
• A special players panel discussion
• A celebratory dinner honoring the team
• A double feature viewing of the game in color, plus the documentary, Put Your Hand on the Line
• A lively tailgate before NMU takes on Grand Valley State

These events are open to the public. Registration is required. Don't miss this chance to honor a legendary moment in NMU history and show your Wildcat pride.

For details on all weekend festivities, visit nmu.edu/alumni

Questions? Contact tickets@nmu.edu or call 906-227-1032.

Northern Michigan University

Join us for a fun week of camp to learn about various aspects of health, meet health professionals, explore simulation labs, learn hands-on techniques and get a glimpse into healthcare careers and life on campus. The camp is open to all fall 2025 high school freshmen and sophomores.

The Upper Peninsula Future Health Leaders Camp (U.P. FHLC) is designed to promote the culture of overall health by:

1. Educating youth about best practices for living a healthy life, 

2. Providing an opportunity to explore a variety of health career options, 

3. Creating and developing new friendships in a fun-filled week of education and activities, and 

4. Encouraging youth to start thinking about their future and how they can truly make an impact. 

Educational topics will include basic physical health including nutrition and cardiovascular, mental health, and oral health. Additionally, there will be structured time to learn about surgical technology radiography, speech-language pathology, audiology, and clinical lab sciences. Youth will get hands-on patient simulation experience, and complete CPR & first aid certification by the end of the week. 

Each day will begin with a health professional providing insight into their career and each night will end with social and recreational activities. Youth will also have an opportunity to meet with a variety of health professionals and learn about career path options at a health career fair. 

Lastly, youth and parents will learn more about tips on what they can do now to better prepare for college.

Northern Michigan University

Join fellow Wildcats in Marquette for a memorable weekend celebrating the 50th anniversary of the 1975 NCAA Division II Championship Football Team!

Reconnect with teammates, classmates, and friends during a weekend full of spirited events, including:

• A welcome party for all alumni and friends
• A special players panel discussion
• A celebratory dinner honoring the team
• A game viewing party
• A lively tailgate before cheering on the current NMU Football team as they take on Grand Valley

Don’t miss this chance to celebrate Wildcat pride and honor a legendary moment in NMU history! Mark the date on your calendars, book your hotel, and stay tuned for ticket and pricing information. 

Northern Michigan University

Please join us for the Wildcat WellBeing Fair (formerly health fair), now sponsored by the WellBeing Department. This annual event is open to all NMU faculty, staff, and students and will include health screenings, interactive booths led by community organizations, NMU departments, and student organizations, as well as health and wellbeing resources, freebies, and prizes. This event coincides with the UNITED conference, so consider attending both!