Blog Community, Students
7 things I loved about junior year
For many students, junior year is the sweet spot of their college careers. Graduating senior Ashley Chiappetta shares what she loved about her junior year.
Thursday, May 25, 2017
Blog Alumni, College Preparation, Faith, Leadership, Students
Change your thoughts, change your life
Steven Daggett gave this address during the 2017 spring commencement ceremony. Daggett graduated in 2017 from the adult undergraduate program with a bachelor's degree in ministry and psychology.
Monday, May 15, 2017
Blog Alumni, College Preparation, Community, Students
College advice from the class of 2017
Passing the torch--wise words from the graduating class of 2017.
Monday, May 8, 2017
Blog Community, Faith, Leadership, Students
Coach Deetjen: lacrosse success starts with heart
UNW Women’s Lacrosse Head Coach Deetjen, or “Coach Deetch’’ as she’s called by her team, has coached hundreds of games in her career. But, that first game of the 2017 season against Monmouth College is one she’ll...
Thursday, May 4, 2017
Blog Career & Leadership Development
Six rules for your resume
UNW's Career Development has helped to take the fear out of resume writing. After reading through these steps, you will be able to turn this humble document into your very own career launch-pad.
Sunday, April 30, 2017
Blog Academics, Faculty, Parents, Students, The Arts
I want to write. Am I doomed to be a barista?
As an instructor in the professional writing program at UNW, I see lots of talented students. But these students sometimes don't know how to push this writing life forward as a vocation. With some guidance and practice,...
Monday, April 24, 2017
Blog Academics, Church, Faith, Ministry & Missions
3,000 year old pithos uncovered by Dr. Boyd Seevers
Dr. Boyd Seevers uncovered an artifact that illustrates life in Israel at the time of Judges and helps to confirm the historicity of the book of Joshua.
Sunday, April 16, 2017
Blog Church, Faculty, Faith, Leadership, Ministry & Missions
When Easter week is your busiest time of year
For the professional minister, Easter is a busy season full of service schedules, volunteer coordination, and palm branches. Prof. of Christian Ministries Susan Payne talks about remembering the devotion in the details.
Wednesday, April 12, 2017
Blog Church, Community, Faith, Leadership, Ministry & Missions, Students
Inexperienced Yet Equipped - Alaska Mission Trip 2017
In the fall of 2016, I officially became a part of the Global Outreach team at Northwestern. One of the most impactful things I learned was what it means to serve well and to be a servant-hearted leader, as well as how...
Monday, April 3, 2017
Blog Alumni, Leadership, Ministry & Missions, Parents
How UNW alum and parenting coach Jim Jackson found his calling
Today Jackson, along with his wife Lynne, leads Connected Families, a Christian-based ministry to parents and churches. They’ve written two books, How to Grow a Connected Family and Discipline That Connects with Your...
Monday, March 27, 2017
Blog Alumni, Faith, Leadership
Approaching business leadership from a biblical perspective
Most business books are written for corporate employees, but Philip Struble wanted to equip small business owners to operate successfully by using biblical principles.
Tuesday, March 21, 2017
Blog Alumni, College Preparation, The Arts
Don't be afraid of creative degrees
When I studied creative writing at Northwestern, well-meaning friends and family often joked about my future "career" as a starving artist.
Monday, March 13, 2017
Blog Alumni, Community, Faith, Leadership, Students
At 42, back to school and back on the mound
“I kept thinking, ‘I can’t believe I’m 42 years old and I just got a bunch of college kids out!’’’
Monday, March 6, 2017
Blog Academics, Church, Leadership, Ministry & Missions
Use strategic conflict to drive success
You never know how Philip Vierling, UNW’s assistant dean of the School of Business, will shake things up. Vierling wears an easy grin, his trademark boots, and Jerry Garcia ties
Wednesday, March 1, 2017
Blog Alumni, Career & Leadership Development
How to pivot towards your ideal career
Are you dissatisfied at your job? While a job or career change could be an option, there are also things you can do at your current workplace to utilize your skill-set and find greater opportunities.
Thursday, February 23, 2017
Blog College Preparation, Students
How PSEO worked for our family
We have been blessed as a family to have our two children take PSEO on campus at Northwestern during their senior years of high school. Both our kids benefited from a great student culture that helped them grow...
Sunday, February 19, 2017
Blog Alumni, Career & Leadership Development, Students
Plan your career change in 6 steps
What comes to mind when you think of making a career change? If you follow some basic steps, you will not only avoid some common pitfalls, you will be set up for success!
Tuesday, February 14, 2017
Blog Alumni, Community, Faith, Leadership
In the Wait: How God's timing led to fellowship, calling, and ministry
Sometimes God uses our "ordinary" circumstances to prepares us for unforeseen opportunities. For the authors of "In the Wait", what began as an Instagram friendship grew into an opportunity to encourage hundreds of...
Tuesday, January 31, 2017
Blog College Preparation, Students
5 tips for a great start to the semester!
Whether you are building on the strength of your previous semester or looking to "turn it around", it is never too late to pick up new strategies for college success.
Monday, January 23, 2017
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
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