Environmental Science Camp

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High school students will visit campus for this unique, week-long summer camp to explore the scenic vistas and natural resources of Michigan’s Upper Peninsula!  Participants will experience firsthand how scientists incorporate technology and field research to study the changing environment by utilizing the facilities and technology of Northern Michigan University. Campers will participate in campus activities and field experiences while learning about a wide variety of environmental topics, facilitated by the Earth, Environmental, and Geographical Sciences Department.

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Sunday, Jul 12, 2026

Monday, Jul 13, 2026

Tuesday, Jul 14, 2026

Wednesday, Jul 15, 2026

Thursday, Jul 16, 2026

Friday, Jul 17, 2026

Saturday, Jul 18, 2026

Event Place

The Science Building

Event Status

Scheduled

Department

Primary Contact

Renee Jewett

Contact Email

rkivioja@nmu.edu

Event Type

Summer College for Kids

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Grades K-6: Hands-on, minds-on STEM classes.  Featuring LEGO robotics, the basics of coding, and other STEM-related topics.

Grades 7-8: College and career STEM exploration classes featuring visits to local businesses and industry partners in our community. 

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Monday, Jun 22, 2026

Tuesday, Jun 23, 2026

Wednesday, Jun 24, 2026

Thursday, Jun 25, 2026

Friday, Jun 26, 2026

Monday, Jul 6, 2026

Tuesday, Jul 7, 2026

Wednesday, Jul 8, 2026

Thursday, Jul 9, 2026

Friday, Jul 10, 2026

Start Time:  9:00 am
End Time:  4:00 pm

Event Place

The Science Building

Event Status

Scheduled

Department

Primary Contact

Renee Jewett

Contact Email

rkivioja@nmu.edu

Event Type

Ticket Cost

$90 per class

Medicinal Plant Chemistry Seminar Series 2026

Dr. Han - The Happy Chemist

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Dr. Harold Han, CSO Vertosa, will be presenting via Zoom, a seminar titled Cannabis Emulsion Science: Bridging Medicinal and Recreational Applications.


Wednesday, Feb 4, 2026

Start Time:  5:00 pm
End Time:  6:00 pm

Event Place

The Science Building

Room

2904

Event Status

Scheduled

Department

Group

The Medicinal Plant Chemistry

Primary Contact

P. Heslip

Contact Phone Number

906-227-2911

Contact Email

pheslip@nmu.edu

Undergraduate Research Fellowship Program Info Sessions

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Drop in to TSB 2702 whenever it works for you:

Monday, January 19th from 11a-12p

Friday, January 23rd from 9-10a

Tuesday, February 3rd from 10-11a

Thursday, February 5th from 1-2p

Wednesday, February 25th from 9-10a

Learn more about the Undergraduate Research Fellowship Program (URFP), which provides paid research experience for any undergraduate student in any major. Applications for the Program close Monday, March 9th.

Be one of the ten student researchers in our new cohort! Accepted researchers will complete their research project any time between summer '26 and summer '27, 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.


Monday, Jan 19, 2026

Friday, Jan 23, 2026

Tuesday, Feb 3, 2026

Thursday, Feb 5, 2026

Wednesday, Feb 25, 2026

Event Place

The Science Building

Room

2702

Event Status

Scheduled

Event Website

Primary Contact

Undergraduate Research

Contact Phone Number

(906)227-2560

Contact Email

freshmanfellows@nmu.edu

Event Type

Forensic Laboratory Internship Seminar: A Look Into MSP Marquette Forensic Laboratory

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A presentation by Forensic Biochemistry major, Paige Weber. She interned at the Michigan State Police Crime Lab here in Marquette this fall semester. Paige will give a presentation on what that experience entailed for her. 


Wednesday, Dec 3, 2025

Start Time:  12:00 pm
End Time:  12:50 pm

Event Place

The Science Building

Room

3805

Event Status

Scheduled

Department

Primary Contact

P. Heslip

Contact Phone Number

906-227-2911

Contact Email

pheslip@nmu.edu

Event Type

Open Lab Day 2025

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The School of Clinical Sciences and Nursing presents "Open Lab Day" 2025!!

This is a great opportunity to explore the nursing and clinical sciences labs. If you are interested in a healthcare career, you don't want to miss this event. Everyone is welcome! Register here for free food, activities, giveaways, and more! 

  • Clinical Laboratory Sciences: Lab 3508
  • Speech, Language & Hearing Science: Clinic 1504
  • Surgical Technology: Lab 1603
  • Radiography: Lab 2610
  • CLS Molecular Laboratory/Upper Michigan Brain Tumor Center (UMBTC): Room 3611
  • Nursing Technology Center: Room 1609
  • Nursing Simulation Lab: Room 2612 A-D

Tuesday, Oct 28, 2025

Start Time:  10:00 am
End Time:  2:00 pm

Event Place

The Science Building

Event Status

Scheduled

Event Website

Primary Contact

Sherida Riipi

Contact Phone Number

906-227-2125

Contact Email

sriipi@nmu.edu

Event Type

Ticket Cost

Free

Speech, Language and Hearing Sciences Open House

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The Science Building

YOU'RE INVITED TO 
Explore academic opportunities, tour our clinic, and connect with our team

Explore Academic Opportunities

  • Learn about the Speech, Language, and Hearing Sciences undergraduate program
  • Discover the new Master of Science in Speech-Language Pathology (MS-SLP) graduate program

Tour Our Clinic

  • Visit the Speech-Language-Hearing Clinic
  • Learn how we provide evaluation and treatment for speech and language needs

Connect With Our Team

  • Meet faculty, staff, and students, and learn how our programs prepare you for a rewarding career in speech-language pathology

OPEN TO STUDENTS, STAFF, FACULTY, ALUMNI, AND THE GENERAL PUBLIC

Questions? Contact: MSSLP@NMU.EDU


Thursday, Sep 18, 2025

Start Time:  1:00 pm
End Time:  4:00 pm

Event Place

The Science Building

Room

1504

Event Status

Scheduled

Primary Contact

Kate Keranen

Contact Phone Number

2095

Contact Email

katkeran@nmu.edu

Medicinal Plant Chemistry Symposium

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Join medicinal plant chemistry seniors for the final presentation of their capstone projects! Twenty-four students are slated to present throughout the day in Northern Michigan University's Mead Auditorium. Scheduled presentations will be five to ten minutes in length. Please consider attending to lend your support. All are welcome. Hope to see you there!


Monday, Apr 28, 2025

Start Time:  10:00 am
End Time:  3:00 pm

Event Place

The Science Building

Room

2701

Event Status

Scheduled

Department

Group

The Medicinal Plant Chemistry

Primary Contact

Patty

Contact Phone Number

906-227-2911

Contact Email

pheslip@nmu.edu

Medicinal Plant Chemistry Seminar Series: Analysis of Non-Terpenoid Cannabis Volatiles

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The Science Building

Dr. Twinkle Paryani will be visiting Northern Michigan University from Abstrax Tech Inc. in Los Angeles, California. She will be the final guest speaker of the Medicinal Plant Chemistry Seminar Series 2025. All are welcome to attend!


Wednesday, Apr 23, 2025

Start Time:  5:00 pm
End Time:  6:00 pm

Event Place

The Science Building

Room

2904

Address

NMU campus

Event Status

Scheduled

Department

Group

MEDP

Primary Contact

Patty

Contact Phone Number

906-227-2911

Contact Email

pheslip@nmu.edu

Celebration of Student Scholarship Abstract Workshop

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The Science Building

Elevate your academic presence with an abstract preparation workshop for college students ready to share their research with the world! In this hands-on session, you'll learn the precise formula for crafting compelling conference abstracts that grab attention and earn acceptance. 

Our experienced staff will guide you through the process—from distilling complex research into concise summaries to highlighting your unique contributions and avoiding common pitfalls that lead to rejection. Whether you're preparing for your first undergraduate research conference or aiming for prestigious disciplinary gatherings, this workshop provides the practical tools and insider knowledge to transform your ideas into conference-worthy abstracts that open doors to valuable networking and career opportunities.


Thursday, Mar 20, 2025

Start Time:  12:00 pm
End Time:  1:00 pm

Event Place

The Science Building

Room

3803

Event Status

Scheduled

Primary Contact

College of Graduate Studies and Research

Contact Email

studentcelebrate@nmu.edu

Event Type

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