Decision Day is approaching, and as a high school senior, you’ve probably already heard this phrase about a hundred times: “It’s all about finding the right fit.” But what does that actually mean? As an admissions counselor, I’ve had this conversation more times...
Let’s be honest. The idea of going back to school as a working adult might feel like spinning plates while walking a tightrope. Juggling classes, a job (probably full-time), laundry, possibly dog walks and a personal life (don’t forget that) can feel like …...
If you’re a high school senior choosing a college, you’re probably thinking about majors, dorms, campus vibes and whether the food will be decent. But here’s something just as important (and way less talked about): academic support. College is exciting—but it’s also...
If you’re a working adult thinking about going back to school, you’re probably juggling a lot already—career goals, family responsibilities, finances and time. The last thing you want is to invest in a graduate degree that doesn’t actually return dividends, like...
We’re nearly halfway through the sixth season of “Iron Sharpens Iron” (ISI), our weekly NNU-Clergy peer dialogue. Are you already taking advantage of this free ministry resource? In addition to our live sessions on Mondays at 11:00 a.m. MST and our...
Every February, NNU’s Wesley Center offers a ministry-related conference around various topics for pastors, ministry leaders, laypersons and students. Our 2026 Wesley Center Conference theme is titled “FAIthful?: Artificial Intelligence & Faithful...
by Dr. Jay Richard Akkerman Music can offer a significant means of spiritual engagement, especially during the Advent and Christmas seasons. What favorite hymn or chorus moves you at this time of year? Here are some favored holiday songs recommended by the faculty and...
by Dr. Jay Richard Akkerman The Greek writer Plutarch (c. A.D. 46-125) once attributed an anecdote from King Antiphanes of Sparta that once in time, a severe cold was so intense that spoken words crystalized in the air as soon as they were uttered, only thawing out...
So, you’ve made it to your senior year of high school…congrats! Between juggling classes, college applications and maybe a part-time job, you’re probably also thinking about what your first year of college is going to look like. One of the biggest parts of that?...
If you’re a working adult thinking about heading back to school, one big question probably tops your list: Will this degree actually help me land a better job? You’re not alone. Today’s professionals are investing in graduate programs that not only expand their...
So, you’ve finally made it. Your senior year is in full swing, college applications are in process and you’re starting to picture what life will be like on campus. Between classes, roommates and that first trip to the dining hall, there’s one part of college life that...
If you’re a working professional thinking about heading back to school, you’re in good company. Every year, thousands of adults decide it’s time to earn an advanced degree—to boost their career, transition into a new field or finally chase that long-time professional...
