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BLOG Alumni
Alumni Spotlight: Kristina Siemens
This year Northwestern honored Kristina Siemens as the Women’s Athletic Hall of Fame Award winner. Northwestern recognized Kristina on her athletic achievements and the evidence of a continuing commitment to Christ,…
Wednesday, November 6, 2019
BLOG Parents
To Tell the Truth
I admit I am wary of actions that put me in physical danger. I am sitting in the urgent care lobby, waiting and writing while my husband is getting stitches on a couple of good-sized gashes. He’s a handy guy with a…
Monday, November 4, 2019
BLOG Faculty
Who am I?
How does understanding who you are impact your ability to live out your calling? Dr. Megan Brown, associate Professor of Christian Ministries, explores how understanding who we truly are and fixing our identity in…
Wednesday, October 30, 2019
BLOG Alumni, Music
Q&A: April Fredrick – Alumni Honoree 2019
Dr. April Fredrick ’02 visited campus during Homecoming Week to be honored with a 2019 Alumni Honoree Music & Theatre Hall of Recognition award. While here, the internationally acclaimed soprano sang with…
Wednesday, October 9, 2019
BLOG Parents
Try This At Home
I admit I am wary of actions that put me in physical danger. I am sitting in the urgent care lobby, waiting and writing while my husband is getting stitches on a couple of good-sized gashes. He’s a handy guy with a…
Tuesday, October 1, 2019
NEWS Academics, Faculty
UNW Students Walk the Red Carpet with Professor Ann Sorenson at the 2019 Burbank International Film Festival
Original short film “My First Funeral,” produced by UNW students and Professor Ann Sorenson, received a semifinalist screening in the Comedy/New Media program at the 2019 Burbank International Film Festival in September.
Tuesday, September 17, 2019
NEWS Academics, Faculty
Four New Faculty Join University of Northwestern
University of Northwestern welcomes four new full-time faculty to the College of Arts & Humanities and the College of Behavioral & Natural Sciences. Among this new cohort of faculty members are three UNW alumni.
Tuesday, September 10, 2019
BLOG Parents
WITH or WITHOUT?
Is it just our human nature to focus on our lack instead of our gain? Even if we make change in our diet to improve our health, we think about what favorite food we are giving up to reach our weight loss goal. Why is…
Friday, August 30, 2019
BLOG Alumni
Q&A: Jonathan Flaa – Academic Achievement
Adjusting to the demands, and rigor of college can be daunting—whether students are walking onto campus for the first-time or returning to new commitments, increased course loads, or upper level classes. Jon Flaa,…
Wednesday, August 28, 2019
NEWS College Preparation, Community
Admittedly Good News
Owatonna student receives a special visit as University of Northwestern – St. Paul’s first admitted student of the 2020–21 school year.
Tuesday, August 6, 2019
BLOG Faculty
Q&A: Olivia Holloway – Student Services
The sights, sounds, and emotions of new-student Orientation Week remain vivid in the memory of most Northwestern students and alumni. UNW Student Services staff member Olivia Holloway ’14 shares what makes Orientation…
Friday, August 2, 2019
BLOG Parents
Monumental Moments
I asked my friend, “How was your weekend?” Under usual circumstances, that is a simple question to ask. However, depending on the timing and context, the answer can be quite complex. She is in the middle of major life…
Thursday, August 1, 2019
BLOG Alumni, Faculty
Dr. Melissa Mork: Navigating Grief with Humor
98.5 KTIS and University of Northwestern are partnering to offer a six-week online study, “Navigating Grief with Humor.” The curriculum, created and taught by Dr. Melissa Mork, is designed to offer insight and…
Tuesday, July 9, 2019
NEWS
Beverly & John Lord Knight Performance Hall unveiled
Northwestern unveils the newly renovated lobby and performance hall in the Totino Fine Arts Center.
Wednesday, July 3, 2019
NEWS Athletics
UMAC Feature: Northwestern’s Dr. Cureton shines in NCAA leadership role
For the last five years, University of Northwestern President Dr. Alan S. Cureton has served as a member of the Division III Presidents Council spending the last two as the chair of the Division’s most influential and…
Tuesday, July 2, 2019
BLOG Academics, Alumni
University of Northwestern Launches New MBA Concentration in Data Analytics
“We can’t keep up with the demand for data analysts and scientists in the marketplace,” says Mark Antiel, Assistant Professor of Business Data Analytics at the University of Northwestern. Read more about this…
Monday, July 1, 2019
BLOG Alumni
The Grand Canyon as a Mission Field
God is using UNW alumnus Jon Albert in the vast landscape of the Grand Canyon to bring the Gospel to the world.
Monday, June 17, 2019
BLOG Alumni, Community
Reclaimed: Ellie Herringshaw ’12 Alumni Spotlight
Living in her dream house, living her ideal life, and loving her role as a wife, Ellie Herringshaw made a discovery that turned her life upside down.
Thursday, June 6, 2019
BLOG Parents
Lord Give Me Patience—Right Now!
As part of their legacy to me, my two grandfathers doled out lessons in patience. My Papaw Arthur had little tolerance for grumpy grandkids. If a pouty attitude crept out onto a protruding lip, he would be quick to…
Wednesday, June 5, 2019
BLOG Academics, Music
Bringing Music and Ministry Together in a Timely and Innovative Double Major
“I’ve thought many times that it would be so helpful to have training in how to handle the Word of God well.”
Friday, May 10, 2019
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