NMU alumna and freelance food and drink writer Layla Khoury-Hanold ('04 BS) focuses on Marquette in a piece for the Chicago Tribune. She writes that the outdoor splendor, recreational activities and vibrant downtown have turned the city into a "bona fide tourist destination," as reflected by a new crop of food and beverage producers, several of whom are NMU alumni. Read her flattering story here.

An exhibition that symbolizes the story of millions of refugees worldwide will open Friday, Aug. 30, at Northern Michigan University's DeVos Art Museum. Israeli artist Orna Ben-Ami will give a talk at 6 p.m. An opening reception for her "Entire Life in a Package" exhibit will follow from 7-9 p.m. 

Northern Michigan University's automotive service technology program has renewed its accreditation to the master automotive service technician (MAST) level through the Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Education Foundation. The program was ranked 10th nationwide earlier this year by bestschools.org.

The Northern Center for Lifelong Learning will present “Malaysia by Train, Bus and Boat." Sandi Poindexter will discuss her solo travels through the country from 7-9 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 19, in room B101 of the Superior Dome.

The Northern Center for Lifelong Learning will host a Woodworking Rally from 8 a.m. to noon on six consecutive Mondays, beginning Sept. 9 and ending Oct. 14. The sessions will be held in room 137 of Northern Michigan University's Jacobetti Center.