Northwest Indian College

Student Focus Group (Zoom)
2025-05-29 12:00 - 13:30 (America/Vancouver) | Zoom
Students — We need your feedback! Join NWIC President, Dr. Lexie Tom in a discussion about the College’s next Seven-Year Strategic Plan as we look toward the future of Northwest Indian College.
Raffle prizes for attendance!
Join Zoom Meeting:
Https://nwic.zoom.us/j/83222406046?pwd=[REDACTED] to an external site.
Meeting ID: 832 2240 6046
Passcode: [REDACTED]

Community Food Pantry
2025-05-29 13:00 - 15:00 | Lummi Campus, Building 13
The Community Food Pantry is back and open to all on all Thursdays that NWIC is open! Find us in Bldg. 13 (by the Eagle’s Market) at the Lummi Main Campus – 2522 Kwina Rd. in Bellingham, WA.
New Times: 1 to 3 pm. Bring your own reusable bag! For questions or donations, contact Patrick Doran at pjdoran@nwic.edu

Canoe Pulling
2025-05-29 17:00 - 19:00, 2025-06-05 17:00 - 19:00 | Health and Wellness Center
Everyone is welcome to join us for canoe pulling practice! Meet Thursdays at 5 pm at the Health and Wellness Center before we head to the water. Please note that launch locations are dependent on the tide, so please meet us at the HWC! Questions? Contact bmorris1@nwic.edu

Student Focus Group (In-Person)
2025-05-30 12:00 - 13:30 | Health and Wellness Center
Students — We need your feedback! Join NWIC President, Dr. Lexie Tom in a discussion about the College’s next Seven-Year Strategic Plan as we look toward the future of Northwest Indian College.
Lunch provided. Raffle prizes for attendance!

Arrow-Dynamics
2025-06-03 10:00 - 12:00, 2025-06-10 10:00 - 12:00 | Health and Wellness Center
Join a group of students looking to startup an archery club with weekly trips to the Intalco archery range.
Meet at the Health and Wellness Center at 10 am and 11 am for hour-long shifts. For questions, contact Gaby Salazar at gsalazar@nwic.edu

Wellness Jam
2025-06-05 15:00 - 17:00, 2025-06-10 15:00 - 17:00, 2025-06-20 15:00 - 17:00 | Building 5, Annex
Join us on alternating Tuesdays and Wednesdays for the Wellness Jam! Contact Patrick Doran at pjdoran@nwic.edu for questions.

May 8, 13, 22 & 27
June 5, 10 & 20

Storytelling & Snacks with Swil Kanim
2025-06-10 18:00 - 20:00 | Lummi Library
6 pm – 8 pm — Storytelling & Snacks with Swil Kanim (In-Person: Lummi Library). Dates: Oct. 8, Nov 12, Dec 10, Jan 14, Feb 11, Mar 11, April 8, May 13, June 10. Come to one or all!

Commencement Ceremony
2025-06-13

Spring Quarter Ends
2025-06-13 08:00 - 17:00

Summer New Student Orientation
2025-07-02 13:00 - 15:00 | Zoom
New students starting Summer quarter, join us for New Student Orientation with First Year Advisor Justin Aceveda!
Join us on Zoom at:
https://nwic.zoom.us/j/89613910787?pwd=[REDACTED]
Meeting ID: 896 1391 0787
Passcode: [REDACTED]
Email jaaceveda@nwic.edu for more information

Our Sacred Obligation: Global Youth Summit
2025-08-08 - 2025-08-09 | Log Building, 2522 Kwina Rd., Bellingham, WA, 98226, United States
Join us for the Global Youth Summit to interact with youth around the world in discussion on climate change with keynote speakers Jay Julius and special guests Ua Aloha Maji, Thomas Lopez Jr. and DJ Yuwamala.

Virtual Scholarship Jam
2025-08-14 16:00 - 17:00 | Zoom
What: Scholarship Jam via Zoom (will be recorded)
Why: Learn the basics about scholarships, how to apply, and dates of current and upcoming scholarships
When: Thursday August 14th at 4pm
Link: https://nwic.zoom.us/j/82850573217?pwd=[REDACTED]
Contact jbanel@nwic.edu for more information

Gathering at Meltona
2025-08-20 11:30 - 14:00
Join us at Meltona (Legoe Bay) at the site of the Lummi Indian School of Aquaculture (LISA) on Sm’mi’yek (Lummi Island), bringing NWIC, Lummi Natural Resources and the Lummi Community together to honor the original workers and teachers of LISA. Seasonal Lunch Provided by SeaWolf Surf & Turf. Gathering sponsored by NWIC Native Environmental Science Dept.

Presidential Inauguration
2025-09-11 16:30 - 18:00 | Health and Wellness Center
Northwest Indian College Students, Staff and Community are cordially invited to the Presidential Inauguration of Dr. Lexie Tom on Thurs. Sept. 11, 2025! The ceremony begins at 4:30 pm in the NWIC Health & Wellness Center Gym followed by a dinner.

Virtual Fall 2025 New Student Orientation
2025-09-18 10:00 - 16:00
Virtual Fall 2025 New Student Orientation | NWIC
Date:Thursday, September 18, 2025
Time:

Technology Help: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Orientation Info Session: 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM

Location:Online – Zoom link will be provided after registration
Join us online for NWIC’s Fall 2025 Virtual New Student Orientation! This event is designed to welcome new students and ensure you’re ready for a successful start to the academic year—no matter where you’re joining us from.
You’ll receive support with technology setup in the morning and attend an afternoon info session with staff and faculty covering key resources, success tips, and student support services.
✅ New Student Orientation Registration📧 Questions? Contact Justin Aceveda, First Year Advisor – jaaceveda@nwic.edu

In-Person Fall 2025 New Student Orientation
2025-09-19 09:00 - 17:00 | Log Building, 2522 Kwina Rd., Bellingham, WA, 98226, United States
In-Person Fall 2025 New Student Orientation | NWIC Lummi Campus
Date:Friday, September 19, 2025
Time:

Info Session: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Social Activities & Refreshments: 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM

Location:Log Building – Building 15 Room 112NWIC Lummi Campus2522 Kwina Road, Bellingham, WA 98226
We’re excited to welcome you to campus! Attend our In-Person New Student Orientation to meet staff, faculty, and fellow students, get assistance with fall enrollment and student services, and enjoy community-building activities.
🍽️ Free breakfast and lunch provided!We strongly encourage local students to attend in person.
✅ New Student Orientation Registration📧 Questions? Contact Justin Aceveda, First Year Advisor – jaaceveda@nwic.edu

Fall Classes Begin
2025-09-22

Lummi Library Book Sale Fundraiser
2025-09-22 13:00 - 16:00
We’re having a book sale! Meet us in the parking lot in front of building 15 along Kwina Rd. Most books will be $2. Donations can also be made directly to the library via the NWIC foundation.
Your generous contribution can make a lasting impact. Together, we can turn hope into action. Donate Here

Welcome Week: BBQ
2025-09-23 13:00 - 15:00 | CSS – Center for Student Success – Bldg 17, 2522 Kwina Rd, Bellingham, WA, 98226, United States
Join us at the Center for Student Success (Building 17) with Student Activities, Leadership, & Indigenous Service Learning Coordinator Fiafia!

Welcome Week: Museum after Dark
2025-09-24 17:00 - 20:30 | CSS – Center for Student Success – Bldg 17, 2522 Kwina Rd, Bellingham, WA, 98226, United States
Join us at the Museum After Dark College Night! Meet at the Center for Student Success (Building 17) to hop on shared transit.
https://www.whatcommuseum.org/event/museum-after-dark/

Welcome Week: Movie Night in Cafeteria
2025-09-25 18:30 - 20:30 | CSS – Center for Student Success – Bldg 17, 2522 Kwina Rd, Bellingham, WA, 98226, United States
Join us in the Cafeteria for Movie Night! Building 19-B

Welcome Week: Nature Walk @ Whatcom Falls
2025-09-26 13:30 - 17:00 | CSS – Center for Student Success – Bldg 17, 2522 Kwina Rd, Bellingham, WA, 98226, United States
Join us for a beautiful nature walk through Whatcom Falls Park. Meet at 1:30pm outside the Center for Student Success (Building 17) to join the ride-share. Be share to wear comfortable walking shoes, dress for the weather, and some water.

Welcome Week: Women's Sweatlodge
2025-09-27 10:00 - 13:00 | CSS – Center for Student Success – Bldg 17, 2522 Kwina Rd, Bellingham, WA, 98226, United States
Join us for a Women’s Sweat at the NWIC Sweatlodge, between Building 19-A and Building 24. Email SEB@nwic.edu for more information.

Welcome Week: Men'sSweatlodge
2025-09-28 10:00 - 13:00 | CSS – Center for Student Success – Bldg 17, 2522 Kwina Rd, Bellingham, WA, 98226, United States
Join us for a Men’s Sweat at the NWIC Sweatlodge, between Building 19-A and Building 24. Email SEB@nwic.edu for more information.

LUMMI - President's Meeting with Students
2025-10-22 12:00 - 13:00 | Log Building, 2522 Kwina Rd., Bellingham, WA, 98226, United States
Lummi Campus Students — Please join us on WEDNESDAY October 22nd at noon in the Log Building or on Zoom for a meeting with Interim President Dr. Lexie Tom. Come let your voice be heard! Share your NWIC experience, ask questions or voice concerns in this open forum for students.
https://nwic.zoom.us/s/83425210718
Meeting ID: 940 8668 5992
Passcode: [REDACTED]

SITES - President's Meeting with Students
2025-10-23 12:00 - 13:00 | Log Building, 2522 Kwina Rd., Bellingham, WA, 98226, United States
Site & Virtual Students — Please join us on THURSDAY October 23rd at noon in the Log Building or on Zoom for a meeting with Interim President Dr. Lexie Tom. Come let your voice be heard! Share your NWIC experience, ask questions or voice concerns in this open forum for students.
https://nwic.zoom.us/j/96983755453
Meeting ID: 969 8375 5453
Passcode: [REDACTED]
