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From Belarus to NMC: Alena Hontarava

From Belarus to NMC: Alena Hontarava


Posted on May 29, 2014

“I believe in reciprocity, and the power of education. If there are ten people who can give a little at a time, this small gesture will add up and make a difference in a student’s life. This is why I give to NMC. Because it makes a difference.”

Alana HontaravaHow did you get to NMC from Belarus?

My family moved to Florida from Belarus when I was 20. I wanted to go somewhere different for college and was drawn to Michigan given the abundance of water. NMC became the perfect fit as it is positioned directly on Grand Traverse Bay.

What’s your NMC story?

My time at NMC was very positive. What a wonderful community of caring people! The abundance of outdoor opportunities to hike, enjoy the water, and enjoy the culture downtown were definitely complimentary pieces to academics at NMC. Faculty and staff cared deeply about my academic success and I was able to make long-lasting friendships. The faculty taught me to love learning and care about the local community.

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Building a home for one of our own

Building a home for one of our own


Posted on May 28, 2014

On Saturday, May 17, students from the NMC Commitment Scholarship Program partnered with volunteers from the Grand Traverse Habitat for Humanity to “raise the walls” on a new home for a fellow NMC Commitment Scholar and family.

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2014 NMC  Juried Art Show winners

2014 NMC Juried Art Show winners


Posted on May 1, 2014

The winning entries of the 2014 NMC Juried Art Show were announced at semester’s end and displayed in the Fine Arts Building on the main campus.

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A delegation from Northwestern Michigan College consisting of President Timothy J. Nelson, Vice President for Lifelong and Professional Learning Marguerite Cotto, Vice President for Enrollment Management and Student Services Chris Weber and Executive Director of the the Dennos Museum Center Gene Jenneman visited China from March 8 – 19.  On Friday, March 14, Nelson, Cotto and Weber visited Wuhan Weiming Senior High School.  Here’s a report, in their words, from Weiming about that portion of the trip. 

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From NMC to President of TALENT 2025

From NMC to President of TALENT 2025


Posted on Mar 27, 2014

Kevin StottsKevin Stotts enrolled at NMC in the early 1990’s and the decision was very easy.  He attended three different high schools by the time he began his senior year in Traverse City and wasn’t thrilled with the idea of moving again.  He was also unsure of what he wanted to study in college but knew he had a passion for history and politics.  The tuition at NMC was affordable and he felt that he could further explore his academic interests and hopefully save a little money before transferring to complete his bachelor’s degree.

Kevin noted that the faculty at NMC were outstanding, but two in particular stood out – Al Shumsky and Stephen Siciliano.  “I wasn’t a great writer when I entered college and Professor Shumsky was a tough but compassionate critic who helped me immensely.  Dr. Siciliano had this amazing way of teaching history through stories and he fueled my love of the subject that continues today.”

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