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Dear parents, families and friends of Northwood University,
My, how this semester has flown! Since our last update, your Northwood student has likely been busy with classes and other activities. We hosted family and alumni weekend, our 54th annual auto show, took back the "axe" in our cross-town rivalry "Axe Bowl" football game and hosted the generous donors of our many private scholarships at a luncheon just a few weeks ago. In this newsletter, you will find information on each of these events and more. As we prepare for the holiday season and wrap up this semester, I wish all of Northwood families a wonderful, joyous holiday! Sincerely, Sherri Riepma Family Program Coordinator
Pictured above: Thirty-five Northwood University student-athletes from all varsity teams took part in a one-day leadership retreat at Eagle Village Retreat Center in Hersey, Michigan, in September. Student-athletes participated in various training exercises, including a classroom session, a mountain rescue site, and an indoor ropes course. Sessions allowed the student-athletes to build a better understanding of blending different personalities, abilities and effectively communicating to achieve team goals to understand their leadership roles on and off the playing field and in their careers beyond Northwood.
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Semester in ReviewThere has been a lot of activity on campus this fall…take a quick look at a few highlights below. When you ask your student what’s been going on at Northwood, and they reply “nothing," you can be prepared with some topics for discussion!
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Fall Lecture SeriesNorthwood University hosted a lecture series entitled “Forum for Citizenship and Enterprise," including one by Northwood’s own Professor Mariana Grigoras, who spoke on her thirty years behind the iron curtain.
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Family Weekend, September 16-17
Saturday, September 16 featured a pre-football tailgate party, complimentary tickets to the football game, and free Family Weekend T-shirts. The Dow Commons Dining Hall hosted a family brunch on Sunday, Sept. 17, that featured an omelet bar, a beef carving station, and homemade Belgian waffles, among other delicious brunch items. If you missed this year's event, plan to join us next fall for Family Weekend!
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Homecoming/Auto Show Weekend, October 7-8 Now in its 54th year, the Northwood University International Auto Show (NUIAS) continues to be a signature event for the university and the Midland community. This year more than 65 manufacturers and 500 vehicles were on display the weekend of Oct. 6, 2017. With the theme “Ignite,” the 2017 show attracted more than 60,000 visitors. An entirely student-run event, the teams manage everything from planning to logistics to booth design to visitor interaction. Pictured: Senior Charles Elledge, this year's NUIAS General Chair, and his family.
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Drug and Alcohol Awareness Week, October 16-19Students were able to try out "beer goggles" and participated in root beer pong tournaments all while learning about the affects of drug and alcohol use during Northwood's drug and alcohol awareness week.
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Mannequin Night, October 17
Mannequin Night, organized by the students in the Northwood University Fashion Marketing and Management program, uses Northwood students as live mannequins to promote the businesses of Downtown Midland. The theme for this year’s Mannequin Night was “Fashion in Technicolor.” Click here to see more photos from the event.
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Go M.A.D. Day, November 3For more than 22 years, the late Coach Pat Riepma was a part of the Northwood University Athletic Department. From his time as the football program’s head coach to his role as athletic director, Pat was a kind and humble servant leader. He was a man who knew it took a team to accomplish anything worthwhile, yet impacted people one person at a time. In doing so, he taught us each and every day to “Go M.A.D.” …Go Make a Difference! To honor Coach R’s legacy, Northwood celebrates an annual day of service called “Go M.A.D.” Day. This is a campus-wide event involving students, faculty, and staff, who volunteer to serve and meet the needs of the Midland community. For Coach R, “Go M.A.D.” was more than a saying; it was a way of life, and we carry on his mantra in his honor!”
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Private Donor Scholarships, November 9A special luncheon was held in November to thank our Private Scholarship Benefactors. This is a wonderful opportunity for our student recipients to meet and thank the people who invest in them financially. For more information on the Private Donor Scholarship program, please click here.
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THE HOLIDAYS ARE COMING!
Why not treat your Northwood University student with official Northwood gear? Click on the photo below to get started. Maybe your student does not need one more t-shirt or sweatshirt…how about an official Northwood University Shinola watch? This would make a great graduation gift as well! Click here for more information.
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DID YOU KNOW...
that Northwood University’s Career Advancement Department hosts Internship Information Sessions? Encourage your student to attend one of these informative sessions to learn more about internships and how to obtain one, or to contact Debbie Schummer for more information.
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Alumni Spotlight:MEET CORY PYSCHER NU BBA 2012, Entrepreneurship major
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FALL SPORTS RECAP; WINTER SPORTS PREVIEW
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Upcoming Events- Semester Ends: December 8 - Send your student a gift of encouragement and snacks for their enjoyment during exam week. Order yours today by calling 989-837-4157.
- Winter Commencement: December 16, 1 p.m.
- Winter Break: Winter break officially begins December 15 and classes will resume January 15, 2018.
- Stafford Dinner: Greenhouse Gastronomy, February 26, 2018.
- 2018 Style Show: Fashion in the Headlights, April 13, 2018.
- Spring Break: March 12; classes resume March 19, 2018.
- Values Emphasis Week: March 19-23, 2018.
- Alumni, Family and Friends Alaskan Cruise: This would make a wonderful graduation gift, Christmas present, anniversary gift, or a wonderful way to celebrate the "empty nest!" Click here for more information.
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Keep an eye on your mail holiday treat!Woody has a surprise for campus! Make sure to check your mail for the link to a special message.
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| I hope you enjoyed this edition of the Northwood Family Newsletter. Have a Happy Thanksgiving and a wonderful Holiday Season!
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