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BLOG Alumni
Return. Relive. Renew.
“I thank my God in all my remembrance of you,” These words from Paul in Philippians 1:3 (ESV) reflect his deep love for the people God had placed in his life. He wrote them while longing to be reunited with fellow believers. How often do you think about the people…
Friday, June 6, 2025
BLOG Community
A Year in Review
2024 Milestones As January comes to a close, we look back with gratitude on the past year at Northwestern. Throughout 2024, our community has experienced the Lord’s unwavering grace and provision, embracing the call to live out and amplify the Gospel. We celebrate the ways…
Friday, January 31, 2025
BLOG Alumni
Community Beyond the Campus: The UNW Alumni Experience
In this community, people pray for another, cheer together when successes are shared, grieve together in times of sadness and loss, network with one another, meet up in smaller groups with people who share similar…
Friday, February 9, 2024
BLOG Academics
Be the CEO of Your Freshman Year
Starting college, whether as a dual enrollment or traditional undergraduate student, is an exciting time. There are so many opportunities for learning, personal growth, and fun. Besides the obvious “tips” of going to…
Friday, October 6, 2023
BLOG Community, Student Experience
Three Things to Remember Before Making a New Commitment
The college experience is full of opportunities. There are new people, new places, and new activities every day. Here are three simple phrases to remember when considering future commitments, and some advice for those…
Wednesday, September 20, 2023
BLOG Community, Faculty
Good Grief: Why Holy Week is Important
We are in the midst of a time commonly referred to as Holy Week—the days leading up to the celebration of Easter. In contrast to the joy and triumph of Easter, these days are marked by the remembrance of Jesus’…
Wednesday, April 13, 2022
BLOG Career & Leadership Development
6 Tips for Finding and Maintaining a Mentorship
Finding someone to mentor you is not always easy. Often people are told to find someone really successful and to ask them to be your mentor. However, in reality this usually doesn’t work out. Most really successful…
Monday, February 28, 2022
BLOG Career & Leadership Development
Career Communities Mean Connection
Since networking is responsible for at least 85% of new jobs, UNW students need to connect with alumni and other professionals. Current unemployment rates make networking more important than ever for students seeking…
Wednesday, July 7, 2021
BLOG Career & Leadership Development
Opening Doors for UNW Students
Several December grads have launched into exciting new careers, often with assistance from Northwestern alumni. We in Career Development love to celebrate these connections, and we wanted to share some of our favorites.
Wednesday, July 7, 2021
BLOG Community
Northwestern’s sixth president called home
University of Northwestern regretfully shares the news that Dr. Don Ericksen, the sixth president of University of Northwestern, died on August 6, 2018, surrounded by his family.
Monday, August 6, 2018
BLOG Community
UNW Students Embark on Immersive Civil Rights Pilgrimage Spanning 12 States
Students from the School of Education learned about the struggles during the civil rights movement firsthand.
Thursday, June 14, 2018
BLOG Community
Northwestern Remembers Billy Graham
The University of Northwestern – St. Paul and Northwestern Media community remember the Reverend Billy Graham who served as the university’s second president and founded KTIS. We rejoice in knowing that he is now home…
Wednesday, February 21, 2018
BLOG College Preparation, Community
The Unofficial Northwestern Packing List
Here are some things that aren’t listed in your average college list, but are essentials for the life of an everyday eagle.
Monday, July 31, 2017
BLOG Community
Freshman Survival Guide
Now that classes are in full swing, here are a few secrets to finding your groove and enjoying life in college. Psst… upperclassmen might be surprised by some of these too.
Friday, September 9, 2016
BLOG Community, Faculty
Learning from Sand Castles
Spring weather shifts our thinking: from boots to sandals, sweaters to shorts, and from building snowmen to creating sand castles. Even though sand castles don’t last long, they can make an impression on those around…
Tuesday, March 8, 2016
BLOG Community, Parents
Learning to Love Through the Mess of Adoption
If you listen to Erin (Black) Sibley ’04 for thirty seconds, you’ll know she’s a mom. It’s her quick, witty candor peppered with bits of kid English, e.g. “icky”.
Thursday, March 3, 2016
BLOG Community
A Reluctant Leader Leaves A Legacy
‘Billy, you are the man to succeed me…. You will be disobeying God if you don’t! That was a tall order for the 29-year-old evangelist. Billy Graham…
Saturday, February 28, 2009