Pow wow honoring our NMC graduates April 26

A traditional pow wow on NMC's campus in 2019A dancer in the 2019 graduation pow wow
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TRAVERSE CITY — Northwestern Michigan College’s Native American Student Organization will hold a traditional pow wow honoring 2025 graduates from 1–4 p.m. Saturday, April 26, on NMC’s Front Street campus. This annual NMC event is open to the public and celebrates vibrant and culturally significant Native American tribes of our region. Ten Native American students are graduating this spring.

The pow wow will take place under the pines on the south side of the Osterlin Building, and feature Native American dancers, drummers, storytelling, music and more. Food and vendors will also be available. Grand Entry is set for 2:30 p.m. Attendees can park in the Aspen or Cedar lots. A campus map is available at nmc.edu/maps.

 

RELEASE DATE: APRIL 17, 2025

FOR MORE INFORMATION:

Nathan Bootz
Native American Student Success Coach
(231) 995-2135
nbootz@nmc.edu

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