Retirees - NMU Retiree

Automatic membership in the NMU Retirees Association includes additional benefits and services as outlined below:

Identification cards (ID): An NMU Retirees Association card will be provided to retirees and their spouses.

Tuition for NMU Course Offerings: Tuition is waived on a space available basis for retirees and their spouses. Dependent children (son, step-son, daughter, step-daughter, or a legally adopted child) are eligible for tuition scholarship benefits the same as dependent children of active employees specified in the appropriate bargaining agreement or policy manual for the employee group in which the retiree belonged prior to retirement. Upon death of the Retiree, continuation of these privileges to the surviving spouse and dependents shall terminate.

Bookstore Discount: Retirees and their spouse will receive a 20% discount on books; 10% discount on other items. Does not include sale items, caps and gowns, and other excluded items.

Parking: Retirees will receive one (1) free Temporary permit upon request from Parking Services located in Room 101 of the Services Building, or via e-mail to parking@nmu.edu. The permit is valid for one year.

Complimentary Tickets to Dramatic Events: Retirees are eligible to receive two reserved seat tickets at no cost. Notification will be sent to Retirees annually in the Fall. (Excludes musicals, operas, and certain fund-raising events.)

Tickets to Athletic Events: Retirees are eligible to receive two General Admission Season Tickets for the sports of basketball, football, and volleyball at no cost. Notification will be sent to Retirees annually in the Fall.

Email: Recent NMU Retirees retain their NMU network account and email address.

Commencement: Retirees are welcome to attend Commencement ceremonies.

Library: The University Library is available to Retirees and spouses.

Recreational Facilities: The Physical Education Instructional Facility (PEIF) and Superior Dome are available for recreational use to all Retirees who purchase a recreation membership.  Retirees may purchase a recreation membership at a reduced rate for themselves, their spouse, and children who are in high school and are fully supported by them.  Children of retirees who attend NMU as students may purchase a membership for a fee.  Children past the age of high school must purchase a membership at the regular membership rate for non-staff people.  Retirees may walk the Superior Dome at no charge during posted hours.  Retirees desiring further information concerning recreational facilities should contact the Intercollegiate Athletics and Recreational Sports Office, PEIF 101A, or 227-2519.

For Further Information, write or call:

Human Resources
105 Cohodas Hall
Northern Michigan University
1401 Presque Isle Avenue
Marquette, MI 49855
Phone: (906) 227-2470
Email: hr@nmu.edu

NMU Retirees Association

C/O NMU Alumni Association
1102 Northern Center
Northern Michigan University
1401 Presque Isle Avenue
Marquette, MI 49855
Phone: (906) 227-2610
Email: retirees@nmu.edu