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Consider they why behind spending the time to earn a traditional four-year degree in a classical Christian environment.

Friday, June 13, 2025

ST. PAUL, Minn., May 30, 2025 – University of Northwestern – St. Paul’s theMEL.fm has been named the recipient of Christian Music Broadcasters’ (CMB) University Radio Station of the Year award. The station received the honor at CMB’s annual Momentum conference in Orlando in May….

Monday, June 2, 2025

Have you ever wanted a job where you make a real difference in people’s lives every day? Becoming a nurse assistant (also called a CNA) might be the perfect path for you! Nurse assistants are essential members of the healthcare team, providing hands-on care and emotional…

Friday, February 7, 2025

A master’s degree is more than just a credential; it’s a gateway to new opportunities, professional growth, and personal achievement. Whether you’re looking to advance in your current career or pivot to a new field, a master’s degree can be a powerful tool. In this post, we’ll explore…

Friday, August 30, 2024

At the University of Northwestern – St. Paul (UNW), we are dedicated to setting up students for success outside of the classroom so the job search for a potential career path isn’t so intimidating!

Friday, August 23, 2024

Discover expert tips and strategies for adults going back to school. Learn how to manage your time and finances, and understand your motivation to achieve your educational goals.

Friday, August 2, 2024

The daily internal dialog of an adult leaner juggling work, family, and school is not for the faint of heart. Yet, each year droves of adult students choose to go back to school; they multitask, pull late nights, and…

Friday, June 28, 2024

We are unwavering in our pursuit and committed to our mission to provide Christ-centered higher education, equipping students to grow intellectually and spiritually to serve effectively in their professions and to…

Friday, May 10, 2024

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

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

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

Minnesota has been designated a Regional Tech Hub from the U.S. Department of Commerce, and we are proud to be part of this story by coming alongside the next generation of students learning about and leading change…

Friday, November 3, 2023

A resume often serves as an organization’s first impression of you. It tells the recruiter or hiring manager objective information about you which can be used to decide if an interview is the appropriate next step. For this reason, your resume should professionally communicate the most…

Tuesday, April 19, 2022

A well written ministry resume reflects your preparation for ministry, your philosophy of ministry, your practice of ministry, and your passion for ministry. When it comes into the hands of a search committee it is…

Tuesday, April 19, 2022

Even if a cover letter is not explicitly required by an employer, it is vital and should always be a part of your job applications. A cover letter introduces you, demonstrates you have invested time and energy into…

Wednesday, April 6, 2022

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

Even if a cover letter is not explicitly required by an employer, it is vital and should always be a part of your job applications. A cover letter introduces you, demonstrates you have invested time and energy into…

Monday, February 14, 2022

Are you thinking about going to graduate school? Maybe you just graduated with your bachelor’s degree recently, or perhaps you have been in the workforce for 10+ years. Regardless, choosing a graduate school can seem…

Wednesday, February 2, 2022

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

In the past two months, we’ve seen record low unemployment rates suddenly become record high rates. For our University of Northwestern spring graduates, the world has changed seemingly overnight, and the job search…

Wednesday, July 7, 2021