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NMU Research Brings Global Water Governance into the Classroom

Oct. 29, 2026

Research by Professor Jongeun You, Northern Michigan University’s Master of Public Administration program director, is helping NMU students explore how rigorous scientific evidence can inform practical policymaking and conflict resolution.

Moving Forsyth Forward: How an NMU Volleyball Player Thrives as Leadership Fellow

Oct. 28, 2026

Kaysie Bakke, NMU senior, volleyball player and Rural Leadership Fellow, has made the most of her time at NMU, experiencing all the university has to offer in academics, athletics and real-world experience.

Kaysie Bakke and Alan Cook seated at their booth at NMU's Fall Fest

Miron Partners with NMU to Support Construction Management Students

Oct. 16, 2026

A new partnership between Northern Michigan University and Miron Construction Co. will establish scholarships for NMU’s Construction Management students and a career exploration event for high school students in the Green Bay and Fox Cities region of Wisconsin.

NMU Construction Management students look at blueprints outside.

NMU Proposes New Arts District

Oct. 14, 2026

A new five-year facilities master plan approved this week by the Northern Michigan University Board of Trustees paves the way for the university to seek state capital outlay funding for a large portion of a transformative new Arts District on campus.

Rendering of the proposed Center for Arts and Entrepreneurship

NMU Signs Articulation Agreement with KBOCC

Oct. 6, 2026

Northern Michigan University has entered into an articulation agreement with Keweenaw Bay Ojibwa Community College, allowing a seamless transfer for students who earn an Associates Degree in Business Administration from KBOCC to NMU's Bachelor's of Science in Management program.

NMU, Bay Partner to Provide Direct Admission to NMU

Oct. 6, 2026

Northern Michigan University has announced a new partnership with Bay de Noc Community College, which provides automatic concurrent enrollment at NMU for students accepted into Bay.

Bay College and NMU Presidents are pictured

Ahead of the Game: New Digital Resume Platform Showcases Full Scope of Knowledge

Oct. 5, 2026

A new digital platform rolled out this year showcases the full breadth of knowledge of Northern Michigan University students, offering a more precise individual accounting of the skills they've honed through educational and work experience.

Events Highlight Sustainability Month

Oct. 5, 2026

October is NMU's Campus Sustainability Month, with events scheduled throughout the month, including student club meetings, educational opportunities and the annual Sustainability Summit and Harvest Fest.

A compost bin for NMU's Hoop House. October is Sustainability month at NMU, and will feaure events and speakers all month long, including work days at the Hoop House.

New Solar Array Installed Atop NMU’s WellBeing Center

Aug. 20, 2026

Rooftop solar installation is expected to offset 44 percent of the building's electricity use and advance NMU's carbon neutrality goals

A new 81-kilowatt solar array installed on the NMU Wellbeing Center roof is pictured.

NMU Board Approves Tuition and Fee Rates

Jun. 25, 2026

The Northern Michigan University Board of Trustees today approved 2026-2027 tuition and fee rates that maintain NMU's competitive rank as second-most affordable among the state's public universities, allow for investments that align with the university's strategic plan, and preserve long-term financial stability.