Thanksgiving Break Starts Nov. 25

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NMU students' Thanksgiving break begins Wednesday, Nov. 25 with no classes scheduled. NMU offices remain open Wednesday. The university is closed for business Nov. 26-27. We wish everyone safe travels and a happy Thanksgiving.



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News and Information

Man filling out paper The NMU Presidential Scholars Competition is a program for top high school students who are considering attending NMU and would like the chance to receive a scholarship. If you are a parent of an academically talented student, remind them to apply for the competition. Find out more information about the Presidential Scholars program.
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What is life after NMU like?  Meet Kim Stobb ('07), our most recent alumni blogger who shares her memories of NMU and tells us about her career as a public relations professional.  Full story.

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FERPA stands for Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act. Click here to learn about your rights as a parent.
Influenza Information

Girl in bed sickFind out more about H1N1 influenza and what precautions Dr. Thomas Schacht, Director of the Vielmetti Health Center, suggests NMU students take to prevent illness.

Key Dates

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  • November 25-29 - Thanksgiving Break
  • December 7-11 - Exam Week
  • December 12 - Commencement
  • January 4 - Winter 2010 tuition due (tentative)
  • January 11 - First day of Winter 2010 classes
  • Feb 27 - March 7 Spring Break
  • March 20-21 - Wildcat Weekend

Moving Forward

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NMU is committed to providing a top-quality education while keeping tuition affordable. 

Check the Parent Partnership Newsletter for legislative and budget updates

If your family has had a change in financial circumstances, contact Financial Aid. You may qualify for an adjustment in your student's financial aid award.


Alumnus' Parents Give Back
Glaziers moving boxesAlthough Jim and Deb Glazier's son graduated in 2008, they made the trek from downstate this year to help move other students into their residence halls. Why did they make the long drive? Hear what the Glazier's had to say about their experience with NMU.