The campus is minutes from lakes, mountains and rivers. The athletic program offers Nordic skiing for men and women. More students are drawn to NMU for its undergraduate fellowship programs. At least 40 freshmen participate in a paid scholarship program, helping professors work on research projects. Freshmen also take a class called UN100 to learn about the university, study skills, test taking skills and winning attitudes.
Sophomores are eligible for an advanced leadership program.
Many people think students are apathetic today. Give students an opportunity and they go out and make a difference. Beyond the emphasis on academics, technology and leadership, Paavola said the most gratifying reason for attending NMU is the scenery. You have a high stressed day and you come home, look out your window and see a majestic sunset. It's beyond comparison.