PROFILES: DR. ROBIN GILBERT, FACULTY

Each issue of the Messenger, we provide a profile for one NNU faculty member, one staff member, one undergraduate student and one graduate student. Meet Dr. Robin Gilbert, our faculty profile for Summer 2023. NAME: Robin R. Gilbert PROFESSION: Educator HOMETOWN:...

TOP 7 THINGS TO DO WHEN YOU’RE HOMESICK

Every fall, we see students show up to NNU with anticipation and excitement as they begin a new chapter. But, after they settle in, start their classes and unpack their dorms, many begin to experience homesickness. We want you to know that homesickness is completely...

THE ANXIETY OF CHOICE

By Dr. Julie Straight One semester in college, I earned an A-minus in private organ lessons. That minus annoyed me: I practiced my required hours and did what I was told to do. But I’d hit a stage at which I wasn’t told what to do on a crucial point: namely, how to...

5 REASONS NOT TO GO TO GRADUATE SCHOOL

The year is winding down; we have our routines and schedules that are finally feeling comfortable. So the thought of graduate school may bring up a lot of hesitation. At this point in your life, the commitment of another responsibility may just seem like too much to...

IS GRAD SCHOOL WORTH THE INVESTMENT?

When considering grad school, two common concerns are affordability and the outcomes of a program. Can I afford it? And will it improve my career or future prospects? Investing money in graduate school can be a significant financial commitment, but it can also be a...

HOW TO CHOOSE THE RIGHT GRAD SCHOOL

When it comes to choosing a graduate school, we may be a little biased in believing that NNU is the best. We have nationally recognized graduate programs in many areas of study, competitive pricing and faculty and staff who are passionate about your calling. However,...

PACKING WITH PURPOSE: DORM ROOM LIVING

If you are planning to live in the dorms, your new “home” is going to be—well—cozy. But, with a little bit of planning, you can do a lot to transform the space inside of those four walls into the perfect place for studying, sleeping and making memories with friends....

THE TOP 9 THINGS YOU REALLY WANT TO KNOW AS A NEW COLLEGE STUDENT

Coming to college is a completely new experience that is filled with uncertainty and questions….but no one wants to be the one asking all the questions or looking lost. Here are some of the questions that we know you probably have—and answers to them from NNU students...

KNOW YOUR WHY: ADVICE FROM AN EXPERT

Submitting an application is the first step and sometimes the scariest. With the fall semester quickly approaching, you may be feeling the pressure of getting your application turned in. NNU has an amazing team of admissions counselors who are excited for your...

TOP 4 FAQS ABOUT COLLEGE MENTAL HEALTH

College is a transformative time filled with new experiences, personal growth and academic challenges. However, there’s no denying that it can be stressful. NNU’s Director of Counseling Services Julie Barrass and her team of counselors have witnessed firsthand the...

MY FIRST YEAR AS A GRAD STUDENT

By: Carrisa Kelley, Master of Science in Counseling Student A year ago, when preparing for my first semester as a grad student, I was overwhelmed with hope, excitement, anticipation and, of course, some fear. Deciding to apply and commit to a program was a long...