Frank is NMU's Peter White Scholar

Matthew Gavin Frank, NMU's 2026-2027 Peter White Scholar

Jun. 8, 2026

Northern Michigan University English professor and author Matthew Gavin Frank is the recipient of the 2026-2027 NMU Peter White Scholar Award, which will fund archival research and international travel related to what he considers the most ambitious literary venture of his career. The project will examine persecuted artists, the preservation of works created under oppression and endangered cultural histories.

NMU Grad in Miss Michigan Competition

Jun. 15, 2026

Northern Michigan University 2022 cosmetology graduate Mikaela Bannon will make her fourth appearance in the Miss Michigan scholarship competition, scheduled June 15-20 in Muskegon. She will be among 30 candidates vying for the state title and a chance to advance to the national stage. Bannon resides in Canton and works as a cosmetologist and aesthetician in Ann Arbor. Her service initiative through the Miss America Organization revolves around skin cancer education, awareness and support.

Mikaela Bannon (photo provided by the Miss Michigan organization)

NMU's TOP Union Ratifies Contract

Jun. 12, 2026

Northern Michigan University's Technical and Office Professionals union, UAW Local 1950, has ratified a new contract effective July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2029. The unit has 87 employees. Of those who voted, 59% were in favor of the agreement.