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BLOG Students
Choosing a School for Nursing
Choosing to pursue a bachelor’s in nursing is an important calling. Though nursing is rewarding, it presents unique challenges in the complexity of healthcare. Choosing a nursing school to equip you for that calling…
Friday, April 19, 2024
BLOG Student Experience
Transfer Friendly Tips for an Easy Process
The process of transferring to a university can feel overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to be. You don’t have to walk the trek alone. At University of Northwestern – St. Paul (UNW), our students do not have to worry. We have skilled admissions counselors equipped with the ability to…
Friday, April 12, 2024
BLOG Academics
Why Choose PSEO? Five Common Questions Answered
What is PSEO? PSEO, or Postsecondary Enrollment Options, is an opportunity for Minnesota high school juniors and seniors to earn college credit before graduating from high school. They can complete high school requirements and earn free college credits by taking courses at…
Friday, March 29, 2024
BLOG Career & Leadership Development
Ready, Set, SOAR!
University of Northwestern is committed to raising leaders. The world is in need of individuals who are in pursuit of glorifying God and amplifying the gospel through their leadership and we are proud to have the…
Friday, March 22, 2024
BLOG Academics
The Valuable Combination of Majoring in Physical Education and Health Education
With a Physical Education and Health Education degree from Northwestern, you will be equipped with a Physical Education K–12 license and a Health Education 5–12 license for a public or private school setting, as well…
Friday, March 15, 2024
NEWS Academics, Athletics, Faculty
WCCO-TV’S Mike Max to Join UNW as Adjunct Faculty
Former Gopher Quarterback Tanner Morgan to Teach Units in Sports Ethics ST. PAUL, Minn., March 13, 2024 – The University of Northwestern – St. Paul (UNW) has announced the addition of Mike Max, Sports Director at WCCO-TV, as an adjunct instructor for the Spring 2024 semester. Max,…
Wednesday, March 13, 2024
BLOG Academics, College Preparation
Partnering with Your Employer for Education
Did you know that as an adult who is considering next steps for applying to school, you might be eligible to partner with your employer for help with educational expenses? Here are some things to look into when…
Friday, March 8, 2024
BLOG Academics
Engineering Job Trends in Three Key Sectors
Whether you realize it or not, engineering affects every part of your life, on every day of your life. From the alarm clock on your phone, to the car you drive, to the chair you sit on, engineers make a direct impact.
Friday, February 16, 2024
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 Career & Leadership Development
6 Tips for Better Time Management
Even people with the best of intentions can sometimes struggle with time management. Maybe you frequently show up late when meeting up with friends, or you happen to arrive at the office 5 minutes late to an important…
Friday, February 2, 2024
BLOG Financial Aid
Financial Aid 101
At Northwestern, we want to take the confusion and complication out of financial aid season. Here is what you need to know.
Friday, January 19, 2024
BLOG College Preparation, Financial Aid
How Private Colleges Make Education Affordable: Better Understanding the North Star Promise
University of Northwestern – St. Paul sets students up for success by walking alongside students and their families in the Financial Aid process, ensuring that they will have an affordable plan that fits with their…
Thursday, January 18, 2024
BLOG Career & Leadership Development
20 Must-Know Resume Tips
Northwestern’s Career Development office has put together a list of 20 tips to help you make a great first impression and land the interview.
Friday, January 12, 2024
NEWS Student Experience, Students
Northwestern Hires New VP for Student Experience
Following a robust national search, Mr. Bret Hyder has been selected to fill the new role of Vice President for Student Experience, a role created to support Northwestern’s vision of a dynamic student experience.
Wednesday, January 10, 2024
NEWS Academics, Students
Northwestern Begins New Partnership with Young Life College – Twin Cities
University of Northwestern – St. Paul is pleased to announce a new partnership with Young Life College – Twin Cities. Young Life is a Christian nonprofit that reaches out to middle school, high school, and college…
Friday, December 15, 2023
BLOG Career & Leadership Development
Promoting Your Soft Skills
When coaching students on résumés, we often talk about how to effectively share their relevant work and other experience. When putting together skill statements, it’s easiest to list the things that we are naturally…
Friday, December 8, 2023
BLOG
The Most Wonderful Time of the Year?
December heralds the season of busy as students across the country are in go mode, preparing for final projects and exams. Academic pressure quickly yields itself to the pressure of holidays and all too often, this…
Friday, December 1, 2023
BLOG Community
Do You Know the Secret?
In Philippians 4:11-12, the Apostle Paul writes: “Not that I was ever in need, for I have learned how to be content with whatever I have. I know how to live on almost nothing or with everything. I have learned the…
Friday, November 24, 2023
BLOG Community
If These Walls Could Talk
Nazareth Hall, home to many Northwestern chapel services, weddings, classes, and music recitals over decades of years, is a veritable jewel of architecture and a place of dazzling 1920s Romanesque-Byzantine beauty.
Friday, November 17, 2023
BLOG College Preparation
9 Ways to Equip Your Student Before They Move Out
Your student is venturing out into the big wide world of college and as much as you would love to hop into their suitcase, they can’t take you with them.
Friday, November 10, 2023
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