NMU Selected for Statewide Teacher Preparation Initiative

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Jan. 22, 2026

Northern Michigan University will participate in the 2026 Education Preparation Provider Collaborative, a new two-year statewide initiative designed to improve teacher preparation recruitment, retention and quality, and to form a strong foundation to help teacher preparation programs be responsive to the evolving needs of today's students. NMU is one of only five Michigan universities selected as educator preparation programs for the collaborative.

Regional Scholastic Art and Writing Award Winners Announced

Feb. 9, 2026

Northern Michigan University's Northern Shores Storywork Writing Project has announced 46 regional award winners, from among 130 Upper Peninsula submissions, of the 2026 Scholastic Art & Writing Awards. 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.

NMU Board Authorizes Phase II Harden Renovations

Feb. 6, 2026

The Northern Michigan University Board of Trustees approved a construction authorization for Harden Hall Phase II renovations and related capital projects during a special meeting held this morning via Zoom.

NMU Selected for Statewide Teacher Preparation Initiative

Regional Scholastic Art and Writing Award Winners Announced

NMU Board Authorizes Phase II Harden Renovations

Regional Scholastic Art and Writing Award Winners Announced

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