Dr. Chris Olsen, 19th NMU President
Dr. Olsen's Profile
Celebrating a New Era at Northern
The presidential investiture of Dr. Chris Olsen as the 19th president of Northern Michigan University will provide an opportunity to celebrate as a community and welcome a new era under new leadership. The ceremony will take place on Friday, October 2, 2026.
A Vision for Northern’s Future
In his first fall convocation, Northern Michigan University President Chris Olsen outlined his vision for the future of NMU, with a focus on being different, better, and distinctive, while promoting positive change across the university.
Office of the President
The mission of the President is to serve as the chief executive officer of Northern Michigan University. As such, they are charged with the development of administrative policies, programs and procedures to guide the university.
» Office of the President Mission Statement
» President's Division
Speaker/Event Requests
If you would like the NMU President to speak or attend one of your events, please fill out this speaker/event request form at least 30 days prior.
Contact the Office of the President
nmupres@nmu.edu | 906-227-2242
Free Speech at NMU
NMU has a deep and longstanding commitment to free speech and expressive activities. The Preamble to the Student Code documents this commitment. Free inquiry and free expression are essential to the mission of NMU.
Throughout the website linked below, you will find links to policies, ordinances, guidance, and other University resources related to free speech and free expression. It is the hope of the University that this clearinghouse of material will help stakeholders understand the University’s approach to free speech and free expression as well as the context and limitations that surround the issues.