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Invent@NMU gets state grant

MARQUETTE, MI--   Northern Michigan University’s business incubator has received a $320,000 grant from the Michigan Strategic Fund.

Invent@NMU helps both campus and community members explore ideas for new products and small business startups. Student employees apply their education to real-world situations and clients. They assist in researching competitive landscapes; designing and producing prototypes; creating logos and packaging; building websites, source materials and manufacturers; and engaging in marketing campaigns.

Invent@NMU is led by professional partners at the Innovate Marquette SmartZone.

Nicole was born near Detroit but has lived in the U.P. most of her life. She graduated from Marquette Senior High School and attended Michigan State and Northern Michigan Universities, graduating from NMU in 1993 with a degree in English.