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NNU CELEBRATES INAUGURATION OF DR. MARK DEMICHAEL AS 14TH PRESIDENT
Northwest Nazarene University (NNU) celebrated the inauguration of Dr. Mark DeMichael as its 14th president on Thursday, October 9, 2025. Centered around the theme, “Humble in Heart, Bold in Mission,” the ceremony marked the formal beginning of his presidency and a...
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NNU CELEBRATES INAUGURATION OF DR. MARK DEMICHAEL AS 14TH PRESIDENT
Northwest Nazarene University (NNU) celebrated the inauguration of Dr. Mark DeMichael as its 14th president on Thursday, October 9, 2025. Centered around the theme, “Humble in Heart, Bold in Mission,” the ceremony marked the formal beginning of his presidency and a...
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If you’ve ever found yourself Googling “Is a graduate degree worth it?” at 10:00 p.m. after a long workday, you’re not alone. For working adults like you, the idea of going back to school can feel equal parts exciting and overwhelming. Whether you're chasing a...
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By the time spring of your senior year rolls around, you’ve probably been accepted to one (or several) colleges. That’s something worth celebrating. Yay you! But now comes the harder part: choosing where to go. If you’re feeling stuck, you’re not alone. Most seniors...
DEAN’S LIST AND PRESIDENT’S LIST ANNOUNCED FOR THE FALL 2025 SEMESTER
Northwest Nazarene University’s Office of Academic Affairs is proud to announce that 416 undergraduate students and 235 graduate students have been named to the Dean’s List and 172 undergraduate students were named to the President’s List for the Fall 2025 semester....
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