Northwestern Michigan College Holds First Classes | Northern Michigan History On Sept. 17, 1951, Northwestern Michigan College opened in a borrowed airport building with 65 students—launching a legacy of local learning.

✈️📚 On Sept. 17, 1951, Northwestern Michigan College opened its doors—in an airport terminal! From 65 students to 3,000+, it’s been quite the journey. ✨
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🎓 Random College Fact: The first college in the U.S., Harvard, was founded in 1636—before calculus was even invented! Imagine doing advanced math without it. 📜
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This is one of the oldest buildings that the College owns. Built in about 1661, it contains a fireplace & overmantel dated 1661, & rainwater-head dated 1662. It's now a meeting room on the ground floor, & student accommodation. #CollegeHistory
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