Blog Academics, College Preparation
Fast facts about PSEO
For Minnesota residents, PSEO (Postsecondary Education Options) makes a great bridge from high school to college.
Tuesday, January 17, 2017
Blog Community, Leadership, Students, UNW News
Students interview with The New York Times regarding friendship and opposing political views
Cole Birkeland, a history major and leader of Northwestern's College Democrats group and Nick Solheim, a political science and public relations major and leader of Northwestern’s College Republicans group, were...
Wednesday, January 11, 2017
Blog Community, Students
First you listen
For many Northwestern students, counseling services becomes an essential part of their journey through college. Each student's story is unique but has a common core—healing in the midst of difficulty and even despair.
Monday, December 26, 2016
Blog Faculty, Faith
Ask the Professor: The birth of Jesus
The birth of Christ to a virgin mother was miraculous. But why wasn’t it talked about more in the gospels? According to professor Mark Muska, the authors of the gospels were very intentional with what they focused on in...
Wednesday, December 21, 2016
Blog Alumni, Faith, The Arts
The impact of life-long generosity
Celesta Bleeker ‘54 has found a way to maintain her lifelong passion for serving Christ and Northwestern students.
Tuesday, December 20, 2016
Blog Academics, Faith, Leadership
Seeking more than a major
The most frequently asked question for high school graduates or college students has to be "what is your major?" This isn’t always easy to answer since, according to the Department of Education, the number of majors to...
Thursday, December 8, 2016
Blog Academics, College Preparation
From PSEO student to nursing graduate by age 19
Growing up, Sarah Norberg was no stranger to the University of Northwestern. So, when she found out that she could take free college courses on campus, during her last two years of high school, she was beyond excited.
Tuesday, November 29, 2016
Blog Faculty, Faith, The Arts
The power of gratitude
Have you ever stepped into the presence of someone who exudes joy? How did you feel? Did you leave wondering what you’re missing in your own spiritual journey and why that joy eludes you?
Sunday, November 20, 2016
News Athletics, Community, UNW News
UNW Football earns first-ever NCAA playoff spot
The University of Northwestern football team made team history on November 5, as they captured the Upper Midwest Athletic Conference title and earned their first-ever NCAA Playoff spot.
Thursday, November 17, 2016
News Athletics, Community, UNW News
UNW Volleyball ends season with first-ever Final Four appearance
UNW, making its debut at the Elite Eight, overcame a four-point deficit in the fifth set to defeat Eastern and advance to Friday's semifinal against Calvin College.
Thursday, November 17, 2016
Blog College Preparation
Free College Courses while still in High School
Dual enrollment programs allow high school students to take college courses that count for both high school and college credit at little to no cost.
Sunday, November 13, 2016
Blog Academics, Community, Faith, Students
Swiss Student, Rebecca Honegger, Breaks Down Barriers
Growing up outside of Zurich, Switzerland, Rebecca Honegger dreamed of someday becoming a doctor. Her mom, a medical assistant, and her pastor father, encouraged her but were concerned about her ability to pursue her...
Sunday, November 6, 2016
Blog Faculty, Faith, Leadership
Thinking about the 2016 Election
In the past few months, I’ve received many inquiries about how Christians might think about the upcoming election. I’m grateful for the chance to share some thoughts with you.
Monday, October 24, 2016
Blog Academics, Community, The Arts
Going Deeper Into the Woods
Follow a twisty tale through the woods, with a stop at Grandmother’s house, an escape in Cinderella’s slippers, and a climb up to Rapunzel’s tower. Northwestern’s theater production of Into the Woods entreats us to go...
Thursday, October 13, 2016
Blog Alumni, The Arts
Music in Motion
Have you ever listened to music playing behind movie or television scenes and wondered what goes through a composer’s mind as he/she looks at a scene and determines what music should be used to support the story?
Monday, October 3, 2016
Blog Community, Leadership, Students
Opposing Political Leaders on Campus Share Room and Friendship
As political tension is ratcheting up between republicans and democrats, two Northwestern students stand as a shining example of respect and cooperation, despite being on two ends of the political spectrum.
Sunday, September 25, 2016
Blog Community, Students
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.
Monday, September 12, 2016
News Financial Aid, Students, UNW News
Introducing UNW's First Z-Degree: Zero-Textbook-Cost Degree
Northwestern is offering the first zero-textbook-cost degree or “z-degree” in Minnesota and one of the first bachelor z-degrees in the nation.
Monday, June 6, 2016
Blog Alumni, College Preparation, Students
Graduates Give Advice to Incoming Freshmen
We asked recent graduates of Northwestern to share their best advice for the incoming freshmen class. This is what some of them shared:
Monday, May 23, 2016
Blog College Preparation, Faculty, Parents, Students
Lighten The Burden
A heavy burden for many students today is the ever-increasing cost of textbooks. U.S. News & World Reports noted that the cost of college textbooks has increased by 82% over the past 10 years, growing at three times the...
Thursday, May 19, 2016
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