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Tacky tourist vibes take over Lakeview Arena with themed open skate

Tacky tourist vibes take over Lakeview Arena with themed open skate

Caden Sierra November 12, 2024

Students gathered for the “Tacky Tourist Open Skate” on Nov. 8, embracing a lighthearted theme and making the Olson Rink a hotspot for vacation-inspired fun. The event hosted by NMU’s Special Events...

STOP AND POSE — Student Tas Stoetzner pauses for a picture as he reps NMU. He is involved in many student organizations on campus. (Photo courtesy of Tas Stoetzner.)

Profile — Becoming a Wildcat leader

Maggie Franzen October 28, 2024

The social light of Northern Michigan University, the Special Events Committee (SEC) is a student-run organization that would not be the same without the efforts of Tas Stoetzner. An example of a true...

STEP BY STEP — Students take their time learning each step of the first song in the workshop portion of the event.

Kicking off spring with new moves: SEC hosts line dancing

Amelia Kashian March 28, 2024

A wave of heat hit people stepping into the ballroom on March 22. Rows of people filled the room to each of its corners, aligned side by side and facing the front. As the line dancing instructor led the...

PURE FOCUS — Students paint detailed pictures on their records during the event. Doing so, they socialized with each other and caught up with friends.

Students paint records and sip at Mocktails on Vinyl

Amelia Kashian February 29, 2024

Music brings people together, which is why this year's Winterfest theme is "Spinning with the Snowflakes." It's easy to connect with songs that offer such vast amounts of creativity, and it brings people...

SPINNING WITH THE SNOWFLAKES — Students skate and spin with the snowflakes at a Valentine's Day-themed open skate.

SEC hosts Valentine’s-themed open skate for WinterFest

Megan Voorhees February 21, 2024

NMU's Special Events Committee (SEC) hosted an open skate to love songs on Friday, Feb. 16 at the Lakeview Arena.  This was a part of the university's WinterFest activities, which have the main goal...

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Special Events Committee to host a WinterFest open skate

Amelia Kashian January 25, 2024

Every year, the NMU Special Events Committee (SEC) hosts WinterFest, a series of events held at the start of the winter semester. The events are meant to boost morale and provide opportunities to socialize...

PINK EXPLOSION — With the help of the Special Events Committee, Campus Cinema is showing the double feature "Barbenheimer" with a pink runway experience. Photo courtesy of Izabella Filippelli.

From science to fashion: Barbenheimer comes to NMU

Abigail Faix November 30, 2023

On Sunday, Dec. 3, the famous double feature, "Barbenheimer" will be showing in Jamrich 1100. Campus Cinema, with help from the Special Events Committee, is putting on a pink runway with a Barbie-themed...

SLIDING INTO THE GAMES — Students dove in headfirst at this year's Dead River Games.

Dive into the Dead River Games

Abigail Faix September 21, 2023

The final 2023 homecoming event, Dead River Games, took place on Sept. 17. The Dead River Games is a series of competitions, such as the ice cream drop and obstacle course, that take place at Clark Lambros...

Lip Sync Battle creates uplifting, exciting atmosphere ahead of exam week

Lip Sync Battle creates uplifting, exciting atmosphere ahead of exam week

Jackie Phillips April 21, 2023

The Special Events Committee (SEC) partnered with the Student-Athlete Advisory Committee (SAAC) to bring back the Lip Sync Battle on Tuesday, April 18 from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. The battle featured both student...

The Special Events Committe is hosting The Office Trivia Night co-hosted with Campus Cinema this Wednesday, March 1 from 7 to 9 p.m. in Jamrich 1100. There will be snacks, a raffle, prizes and a costume contest available to students that participate.

The Office: Trivia Night

Madoline Plattenberg March 1, 2023

Students looking to test their knowledge can attend trivia night hosted by the Special Events Committee and co-hosted by Campus Cinema this Wednesday, March 1 from 7 to 9 p.m. in Jamrich 1100. Attendees...

PAINT THE STRESS AWAY — Students can destress with painting, refreshments and music at Mocktails on Canvas this Friday, Feb. 24 from 2-4 p.m. in the Lydia M. Olson Library atrium. Students only need to bring themselves and their creative spirit.

Paint the stress away at Mocktails on Canvas

Madoline Plattenberg February 21, 2023

As mid-semester exams roll in, students can find refuge in painting, refreshments and music at Mocktails on Canvas this Friday, Feb. 24 from 2-4 p.m. in the Lydia M. Olson Library atrium at the back of...

OPEN SKATE — NMU Students gather at Lakeview Arena for Open Skate Night. The Special Events Committee is hosting two upcoming skate nights for the semester on Friday, Feb. 3 from 8:30 to 10:30 p.m. in the Olson Rink and on Thursday, March 16 from 7 to 9 p.m. in the Russell Rink.

Special Events Committee hosts Open Skates

Madoline Plattenberg January 31, 2023

Students looking for a fun and relaxing night out are invited to attend Open Skate, hosted by the Special Events Committee, this upcoming Friday, Feb. 3 from 8:30 to 10:30 p.m. at the Lakeview Arena in...

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