Want a question answered? Ask Siri, Alexa, Google or Chat GPT! Easy, right? Not so fast! We live in a day when artificial intelligence (AI) and search engines provide instant access to vast amounts of information. So why are research skills still relevant? Because...
Why You Should Consider a Study Abroad Experience Kali, a sophomore business major who loves to travel, is interested in doing a semester abroad. She’s done a couple of mission trips with her church, one to Mexico and the other to the urban center of Chicago, but...
You’ve had a refreshing break with friends and family, celebrated the holiday and now you’re back at school—ready to tackle your next semester. There’s no better time to revamp your study habits than now. There are a number of digital tools that can revolutionize...
‘Tis the season of New Year’s Resolutions, those pesky goals we tend to set for ourselves this time of year. You’ve probably heard that most resolutions fail: 91% of Americans fail to complete them, and a full 43% quit trying by the end of January, according to...
By Dr. Jay Richard Akkerman As a pastor, leading Christmas Eve services has always been a privilege for me. Early in my ministry, Kim and I told our families that they were always welcome to visit us for Christmas, but that we wouldn’t be traveling home to them...
How to Balance Work, School & Social Life in College Even if you’re not a runner you can picture it: the marathon runner juggling as she crosses the finish line. It’s a silly image for what is a serious topic. How can you balance school, social life, and probably...
Sending your student off to college is an exciting milestone, but it can also feel overwhelming as you navigate this big transition. A campus visit offers a unique opportunity to ease your concerns and get a glimpse of the supportive community your student will join....
You can think of choosing a graduate program like drawing a blueprint. An architect considers every element in a blueprint with the goal to create a strong, enduring structure. It’s the same with choosing a graduate program. It requires a clear vision of your goals,...
We’ve all heard it: networking is one of the primary ways you can reach your academic and career goals. But how do you do it? What if you are an introvert and really don’t like “meet and greet” events? It doesn’t have to be daunting. We’ve got five easy strategies to...
You’ve worked hard all week and suddenly it’s the weekend! Two glorious days of free time stretch ahead of you. What will you do? Fortunately, you chose NNU as your school, so you’re in the heart of a region with loads of fun and affordable weekend options. There’s...
By: Josh Burkholder, Director of Athletics Communication Over the past five years, the Northwest Nazarene softball program has been the most successful team on campus. One could make a great case for it being the best run of any NNU squad since the move to NCAA...
By: Grant Miller, University Chaplain, Class of 2010 There’s a story that’s told from time to time on our campus about an early moment in our University’s history. As the account goes, in the spring of 1919, then-president H. Orton Wiley was walking our campus, deep...
