NAMPA, IDAHO – Northwest Nazarene University (NNU) is pleased to welcome 11 new faculty members for the 2026–27 academic year. Representing disciplines across the University, these faculty members bring experience and expertise in nursing, psychology, music, computer...
Northwest Nazarene University is excited to announce the expansion of its choral program with the addition of two new choral ensembles beginning in Fall 2026: Chamber Singers and NNU Frequency. These ensembles represent an exciting step forward in the continued growth...
NAMPA, Idaho— Northwest Nazarene University will welcome students back to campus beginning Monday, Aug. 24. New Student Orientation will begin at 8:30 a.m. with phased check-in throughout the week. “The NNU community is excited to welcome both our new and returning...
Northwest Nazarene University (NNU) has been named to the Phi Theta Kappa (PTK) 2026 Transfer Honor Roll, recognizing the University’s commitment to helping community college transfer students successfully earn bachelor’s degrees. The Honor Roll recognizes...
Nampa, Idaho – Northwest Nazarene University (NNU) earned the Great Northwest Athletic Conference (GNAC) Academic All-Sports Trophy for the second consecutive year, recognizing the academic success of its varsity student-athletes throughout the 2025–26 academic year....
NNU ELEMENTARY EDUCATION PROGRAMS RECEIVE A+ RATINGS FROM THE NATIONAL COUNCIL ON TEACHER QUALITY Northwest Nazarene University’s undergraduate and graduate elementary education programs have earned A+ ratings from the National Council on Teacher Quality (NCTQ) for...
Northwest Nazarene University’s Office of Academic Affairs is proud to announce that 392 undergraduate students and 250 graduate students have been named to the Dean’s List and 166 undergraduate students were named to the President’s List for the 2026 spring semester....
Northwest Nazarene University is participating in the Pacific Intermountain Regional Node of the National Network for Microelectronics Education (NNME), a nationwide initiative designed to strengthen America’s semiconductor and microelectronics workforce. The...
Northwest Nazarene University has appointed Dr. Stephen Lowe as Vice President for Academic Affairs, effective July 1, 2026. Dr. Lowe brings more than three decades of experience in Christian higher education, including leadership in academic administration,...
Northwest Nazarene University (NNU) honored the Class of 2026 on Saturday, May 9, during its 110th Commencement ceremonies held on the NNU campus Quad. Surrounded by faculty, staff, family and friends, approximately 390 graduates were recognized for completing...
George L. Zickefoose, Ed.D., veteran educator and current principal of Warhawk Elementary School in the Vallivue School District, has been named this year’s L.E. Wesche Outstanding Educator. The award was presented at a private reception on Tuesday, April 21, 2026. ...
The Northwest Nazarene University Music Department invites the community to a special culminating concert, “Great Music of Our Faith,” on Sunday, April 26 at 3:00 p.m. in the Brandt Center on the NNU campus. This reimagined annual event (formerly Great Hymns of Our...
