For the week of Nov. 3, 2008

From the 6th floor

It has been unseasonably warm across Upper Michigan the past two weeks. Record high temperatures were recorded in Marquette County as the thermometer soared past 60 degrees on a number of occasions. The mild weather is expected to continue through this week, also.

A quick check of the Farmer's Almanac may depress anyone who is not a fan of winter, however. With below-normal winter temperatures and an above-normal precipitation forecast, the Farmer's Almanac predicts the Great Lakes and Midwest will see above-normal snowfalls, especially during January and February.

Alumni cheer on 'Cats in Lansing

Wildcat fans were out in full force to cheer on the NMU hockey team in East Lansing, Friday, Oct. 24. (For more on the game, see the Wildcat sports update, below). The NMU Alumni Association sponsored a post-game reception. About 60 fans stopped by Tripper's after the game.

Family Weekend celebrated

This past weekend, President Wong welcomed over 500 Northern families, students and staff members to the NMU Family Weekend tailgate party. Parents, siblings and students mingled  with staff while being entertained by the NMU marching band and enjoying a great lunch, raffle giveaways, face painting and other activities.  This is the third year that the NMU Foundation and the Center for Student Enrichment have co-sponsored the event as a way to celebrate the critical role that families play in ensuring the success of their students and in shaping the Northern experience.

Fall 2008 Horizons headed your way

Look for the newest issue of Horizons, the magazine for alumni and friends, to hit your mailbox any day now. From "Make A Difference Day" to a community AIDS program in Kenya, to construction work in New Orleans, find out how NMU students and alumni contribute to the local community and beyond. Not sure if you're receiving Horizons? Make sure we have your accurate mailing address.

The NMU College of Business recently organized a panel discussion for students focusing on preparing for the job market after graduation. The discussion was moderated by Larry Pagel, Professor, College of Business. The panelists were (L to R above) James Grundstrom '73 of Frei Chevrolet, Christine Van Able of Hetrick & Associates, Michael Skytta '72 of Northern Michigan Bank, Francesca Sarvello '77 of Molina Health Care of Utah, and Mark Aho '78 of Wachovia Securties. The panelists presented their perspectives on what employers look for in new college graduates. This was followed by a question-and-answer session with the students.

Upcoming Alumni events to put on your calendar

Wildcat sports update

The NMU soccer team is headed into post-season play. The team finished its regular season with a 2-0 win at Ashland on Sunday (Nov. 2). They take on Ferris State in the Great Lakes Intercollegiate Athletic Conference quarter-finals Tuesday (Nov. 4).
The NMU football team dropped its final home game of the season against top-rated Grand Valley State, 45-14. NMU is now 2-7 in the GLIAC. The team travels to Indianapolis Nov. 8 for the 2008 finale.
The NMU hockey 'Cats dropped a pair of games to Notre Dame at the Berry Events Center, Friday and Saturday (Oct. 31-Nov. 1). With the losses the Wildcats are 1-4-1 in the Central Collegiate Hockey Association (CCHA). The 'Cats have a week off and then are back in action Nov. 14-15 at Bowling Green State University.
The women's volleyball team picked up two wins over the weekend as they defeated Michigan Tech on Friday (Oct. 31) and Urbana on Saturday (Nov. 1). The 'Cats will host Ferris State and Grand Valley State on Friday and Saturday, Nov. 7-8.

Native American Heritage month activities taking place

Northern Michigan University will hold several events to celebrate Native American Heritage Month in November. All the events are open to the public and most are free of charge. Check out the complete schedule here.
Also, throughout November, Olson Library will feature a display related to Native American heritage. All activities are presented by the Native American Student Association and the Center for Native American Studies with support from several campus and community entities.

Thanks for stopping by...

...all the trick-or-treaters who visited the 6th floor on Halloween.

Trent

Ellie, Drew and David

Ethan, Aiden, Colin, Carson, Delaney and Erin.

Don't forget, if you're on campus, stop by and visit with us. We're in 603 Cohodas Hall.

From the E-mail bag

"I always enjoy the online updates and especially hearing from alumni. Here's a question that I've been wondering about: can the words for "Hail Northern" be found and posted here? I bet not many alumni, such as myself, can remember all the words. I know the history of the alma mater song but that should be posted as well. I think it was one of the NMU "Greats" who wrote it. I think all alumni would enjoy seeing the words again."
Al Salmi '65, '67
Rapid River, Mich.

mailto:harleyriderone@peoplepc.com

Note from the Editor: "Great question, Al. We did even better than just posting the words; we've got the music, too.
Check them out here."