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North Central to celebrate Martin Jahn Technology Center grand opening

August 11, 2026

North Central will celebrate the grand opening of its new Martin Jahn Technology Center with a community ribbon-cutting ceremony on August 31, marking a major milestone in the college's $22 million Career and Technical Education Enhancement (CATEE) project.

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NCMC expands skilled trades training with new carpentry partnership

July 28, 2026

North Central is expanding skilled trades training this fall with new programs in welding, CNC machining, HVACR, and carpentry to help meet Northern Michigan workforce needs.

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NCMC offers expanded Michigan Reconnect opportunities to adults 21+

July 23, 2026

More Michiganders are eligible to take the next step toward earning an NCMC degree or certificate following an expansion of the Michigan Reconnect program to include adults ages 21+.

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NCMC Board approves operating millage renewal for November ballot

July 16, 2026

The NCMC Board of Trustees approved an operating millage proposal for the Nov. 3 ballot. Emmet County voters will decide whether to continue their support for college operations for another 10 years.

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Michigan budget supports NCMC workforce expansion

July 8, 2026

North Central is slated to receive nearly $6 million in state funding to advance its proposed Skilled Trades Education Pathways (STEP) Center and new dental hygiene facility, expanding workforce education in Northern Michigan.

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