Blog Academics, Faculty, Financial Aid, Students, UNW News
Northwestern Celebrates Open Education Week Announcing Adoption of 50th Open Textbook
The University of Northwestern’s Online Learning Office announced the adoption of its 50th free and open textbook saving students $275,000 since the program began in 2015.
Thursday, March 8, 2018
Blog Academics, Alumni, Alumni Spotlight, Leadership
Teaching for the Journey: An Interview with Steve Gibbs '04
You will find Northwestern alumni in many different places and professions. We recently had the opportunity to catch up with Steve Gibbs, the principal of Stewartville High School and Middle School and a 2004 graduate...
Friday, January 5, 2018
Blog Academics, College Preparation, Students
Burn the Midnight Oil: Finals Study Tips at the Library
In keeping with the spirit of finals week, here are 3 study tricks to help you get to Christmas Break!
Wednesday, December 13, 2017
Blog Academics, Students
Graduate Studies: Student Stories
Be inspired as you watch and read how following God's path and plan has motivated and changed these students. Are you ready to write the next chapter in your story?
Friday, December 1, 2017
Blog Academics, Leadership, Students
Northwestern student on science, music, and taking opportunities
With a trajectory towards clinical pharmacy and a love of music, junior Elizabeth Donaldson shares about science, sound, and seeking opportunities.
Tuesday, November 28, 2017
Blog Academics, Faculty
Faculty Highlight: Engineering Professor Carrie Francis
Carrie Francis, Ph.D. (Engineering) teaches her students that God and science are not mutually exclusive. Learn how her love for God and her interest in science intertwined.
Wednesday, November 15, 2017
Blog Academics, Church, Faculty, Faith, Students
How faith ignites scientific curiosity
Curiosity is at the heart of the scientific method, but does faith have a part to play too? Dr. Carrie Francis shares her perspective.
Monday, August 21, 2017
Blog College Preparation, Community
The Unofficial Northwestern Packing List
Here are some things that aren’t listed in your average college list, but are essentials for the life of an everyday eagle.
Monday, July 31, 2017
Blog Academics, Faculty, The Arts
Dealing with writer's envy
Working towards success as a writer is difficult. Watching that success come to your peers while it eludes you can be even more challenging to deal with. Author and professor Heather Peterson shares how you can beat the...
Monday, June 5, 2017
Blog Academics, UNW News
What's the big deal about big data? It's a big opportunity.
The field of business data analytics has changed how businesses make decisions. Learn more about this field and how the new degree at UNW aims to prepare students to meet this new industry need.
Wednesday, May 31, 2017
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 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 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 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 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 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
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
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