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The Aspen Institute names North Central Michigan College as a Top 200 U.S. Community College eligible for the 2027 Aspen Prize

October 28, 2025

The Aspen Institute has named North Central Michigan College one of the nation’s Top 200 community colleges eligible for the 2027 Aspen Prize for Community College Excellence. The recognition highlights North Central’s strong student outcomes and commitment to accessible, high-quality education.

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Four area high schools join North Central’s Timberwolves Forward program

October 16, 2025

Seniors at four Emmet County high schools now have a guaranteed spot at North Central through Timberwolves Forward, a new partnership making college more accessible, affordable, and local than ever.

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NCMC Library to celebrate reimagined Indigenous Studies collection

October 7, 2025

Join North Central Michigan College for an Indigenous Studies Collection Open House on October 23 to celebrate the NCMC Library's reimagined collection honoring Indigenous knowledge, culture, and artistry.

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Four individuals stand beside the Grandvue Medical Care Facility sign in front of the building, representing NCMC and Grandvue’s new CNA Fast Track program partnership. From left: Jennifer Foley, Cassandra Hernandez, Karah Dunson, and Shannan Butler

North Central, Grandvue partner to expand CNA training opportunities

October 2, 2025

North Central and Grandvue Medical Care Facility are partnering to launch a Fast Track Certified Nurse Aide program beginning November 10, 2025. The two-week program provides classroom, lab, and clinical training to prepare students for CNA careers while helping meet Northern Michigan’s growing demand...

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Aerial view of North Central Michigan College’s Petoskey campus in autumn, with red and orange trees surrounding campus buildings and walkways

Senior Preview Day, Harvest Howl bring together students, alumni, and community on October 18

September 23, 2025

North Central invites high school seniors, alumni, and the community to campus on October 18 for Senior Preview Day, Harvest Howl, and Timberwolves volleyball, a celebration of fall, connection, and Timberwolf pride.

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