COVID-19: Recent News
NOTE: The Keep Safe page is NMC’s hub for COVID information.
May 23, 2022
COVID-19 dashboard paused
As of May 23, 2022, NMC’s COVID-19 response team has decided to pause updates to the cases on campus dashboard for the summer semester, when the on-campus population ebbs significantly. The spread of COVID-19 on campus has slowed greatly since the winter months. Cases rose 63 percent in January-February (102 to 167), but only 6 percent in March-April (167-178). Over the same time, the prevalence of at-home testing increased significantly. Positive results may not be reported to campus or any health authorities, meaning the dashboard no longer offers an accurate picture of the virus on campus.
February 22, 2022
Important update on masks
Starting Monday, February 28, Northwestern Michigan College will move to a new phase of our COVID-19 response. Masks will be recommended, but no longer required while inside NMC buildings.
February 15, 2022
Masks required while committee considers changes
Masks will continue to be required while the COVID-19 Committee and the Reimagining Learning Committee discuss how to continue to meet our goals of keeping our students and employees safe, while limiting the disruption to learning.
February 3, 2022
Important Mask Updates
We have some important updates and reminders on NMC’s masking policy and resources as we continue to respond to the evolving COVID-19 pandemic.
January 18, 2022
Keeping safe this semester
Welcome to the spring semester! Whether you are a new or returning student, please review NMC’s COVID-19 safety precautions.
January 13, 2022
COVID-19 updates & reminders
As we begin the spring semester, we’d like to provide you with updates and reminders regarding COVID-19 safety precautions. Our goals remain the same as they have since the pandemic began in March 2020: Keep our campus community safe while limiting the disruption to learning.
December 15, 2021
Change in case notification procedure beginning Dec. 19
As we prepare to enter the third year of the pandemic, the COVID response team is making some adjustments to the notification process.
November 1, 2021
2021 Fall COVID-19 Safety Reminder Video
All Communications
- May 23, 2022: COVID-19 dashboard paused
- Feb. 22, 2022: Important update on masks
- Feb. 15, 2022: Masks required while committee considers changes
- Feb. 3, 2022: Important mask updates
- Jan. 18, 2022: Keeping safe this semester
- Jan. 13, 2022: COVID-19 updates & reminders
- Dec. 15, 2021: Change in case notification procedure
- Nov. 1, 2021: Fall COVID-19 safety reminder video
- Sept. 10, 2021: Federal mandates update
- Aug. 25, 2021: Safety protocol updates for fall semester
- Aug: 19, 2021: Vaccinated NMC students earn a shot at free tuition
- Aug: 10, 2021: Masks required starting Aug: 11
- July 19, 2021: NMC moves to Stage 4 of reopening plan
- May 21, 2021: More information on NMC's May 24 move to Stage 3 of reopening plan
- May 14, 2021: Change to campus mask protocol starts May 15
- May 11, 2021: NMC will move to Stage 3 of reopening plan May 24
- April 8, 2021: Increased vaccine availability
- March 15, 2021: Please be safe as cases rise
- March 2, 2021: Health Service Notice regarding COVID-19
- Feb. 4, 2021: Hagerty Center vaccination site updates
- Jan. 15, 2021: County expanding COVID-19 vaccination effort to Hagerty Center
- Jan. 13, 2021: Spring semester message to students
- Jan. 7, 2021: Lobdell’s: A Teaching Restaurant to be closed for spring semester
- Dec. 18, 2020: New app now available for NMC employees (New COVID-19 Symptom Screen Protocol)
- Nov. 16, 2020: New COVID-19 restrictions on NMC campuses
- Oct. 30, 2020: COVID-19 Update: Region now at Phase 4, NMC remains at Stage 2
- Oct. 15, 2020: Message to NMC from Dr. Nick Nissley: Mid-Semester Fall 2020
- Sept, 29, 2020: Update to spring semester schedule
- Aug. 20, 2020: Monitoring COVID-19 at NMC
- Aug. 20, 2020: Fall Semester Kick-off: Safety Overview
- Aug. 20, 2020: Updates to stage 2 reopening: food service, library, building access
- Aug. 14, 2020: COVID-19 case flowchart
- Aug. 7, 2020: Return to Campus Survey Results
- Aug. 7, 2020: Fall Safety Message for Students
- July 15, 2020: COVID-19 case found at NMC during voluntary quarantine
- June 15, 2020: NMC moves to Stage 2 of reopening plan
- June 12, 2020: NMC announces plans for fall semester and safety guidelines
- June 1, 2020: NMC limited reopening
- May 26, 2020: Campus closure extended
- May 18, 2020: Campus closure continues
- May 8, 2020: Extension of "Stay Home, Stay Safe" order through May 28
- May 1, 2020: Extension of "Stay Home, Stay Safe" order
- April 27, 2020: A promise to students from President Nissley
- April 17: 2020: Virtual Town Hall for NMC employees
- April 9, 2020: Update for NMC Employees: Governor extends “Stay Home, Stay Safe” order
- April 9, 2020: Update for NMC Students: Governor extends “Stay Home, Stay Safe” order
- April 8, 2020: Important update on summer classes
- April 2, 2020: COVID-19 update for students regarding grading, drops and financial support
- April 1, 2020: COVID-19 federal emergency relief funding for students
- March 26, 2020: A message of thanks to our NMC family (Video)
- March 25, 2020: Finals to be held remotely, Commencement postponed
- March 25, 2020: COVID-19 important updates: Commencement & Spring Semester
- March 23, 2020: COVID-19 update for students: "stay at home" order
- March 23, 2020: COVID-19 update for all employees: "stay at home" order
- March 20, 2020: COVID-19 update for NMC students
- March 20, 2020: COVID-19 update for NMC employees
- March 20, 2020: COVID-19 Update from the President
- March 17, 2020: All campuses closed effective noon today, March 17
- March 17, 2020: Update from the President – College to close at noon today for two weeks
- March 16, 2020: Message from the President on COVID-19 Preparedness
- March 16, 2020: NMC update to all students
- March 16, 2020: NMC to limit public access to all NMC campuses
- March 13, 2020: NMC to transition face-to-face classes to distance education classes starting March 16
- March 12, 2020: NMC update on coronavirus preparedness
- March 11, 2020: NMC email to all students and employees
- March 6, 2020: NMC email to all students and employees
- Feb. 27, 2020: NMC email to all students and employees