Great Lakes discussion of politics and policy

Map of Michigan with dollar bills
Three experts participated in a panel discussion titled "Great Lakes Symposium: Politics and Policy of Protecting the Great Lakes." The panelists were David Dempsey, journalist and author of Great Lakes For Sale: From Whitecaps to Bottle; Ken Sikkema, national expert on water and environmental issues and former senate majority leader; and Tom Baldini, former chairman of the International Joint Commission. View the event via streaming video or click here to download Baldini’s PowerPoint presentation.

 

News and Information

Senator Levin headshotJoin the Student Law Forum
The Student Law Forum is a group designed for those interested in the field of law and legal procedures. They hold mock trials, hold monthly breakfasts to network with attorneys and prepare students for the Law School Admissions Test (LSAT). They have toured schools such as Cooley Law School in Lansing, Michigan State University and University of Wisconsin-Madison.

 

Lake Superior with geeseGraduate Certificate of Public Management

A graduate certificate in Public Management from NMU prepares you to work in the public sector and it can be achieved in just one year. Many people use the degree to acquire mid to upper level administrative positions in universities, K-12 school districts, health care, local government and state government jobs. Find out more about receiving your CPM.

 

College Democrats and Republicans

Students involved in the College Republicans and College Democrats have had the opportunity to work on campaigns directly with the party and the local and state level and have even been known to hold positions as officers at the county-wide level. 

 

Take the pre-law path
Jocelyn BensonIn addition to a pre-law major, there is a  pre-law minor that prepares those interested in attending law school. Regardless of academic program, perspective or current students can contact the department for advising on law school preparation.

 

Washington Internships

The Washington, D.C. Internship Program through NMU allows students to spend a semester or summer learning in a hands-on environment. Interns work 4 1/2 days per week and get a half day for networking with professionals around the nation's capitol. 

 

New U.P. Data Available

The Center for Rural Community and Economic Development, in conjunction with the Political Science and Public Administration Department, has released new economic and government data for all U.P. counties. The report gives details on everything from employment, climate, education and recreation. Visit the Rural Center website for information.

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Events

Monday Feb. 11
Graduate Student Association meeting
5 p.m. - 311 Learning Resources Center
Gender, Communication, and Bike Maintenance Workshop
5 p.m. - University Center, Back Room
Tuesday Feb. 12
WinterFest 2013 Entries Deadline
All Day Event - University Center
Wednesday Feb. 13
Summer Job Fair
1 p.m. - Great Lakes Rooms, University Center
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