Name: Carolina Schneider
Profession: Student Services Coordinator
Hometown: Jutiapa, Guatemala
Fun Fact About You:
I love roller skating!
Favorite NNU Memory So Far:
Some of the students who lived in Corlett at the time asked me if I would bake a dessert for a bake-off for snack night. There were so many delicious desserts! It was a great night of fun, treats and games. What a privilege to spend time with such incredible students!
How has your experience at NNU shaped your faith, guided your calling, and influenced the way you serve or connect with others?
When I first started working at NNU, it was such an eye-opening experience—in the best possible way. From day one, everyone I met was so friendly and welcoming!
I had always desired to work in a place that shared my Christian beliefs, but I truly had no idea just how wonderful it would be. Of course, no place is perfect, but NNU has been an incredible place to work.
I’ve always felt my calling is to be an encourager of people, and in my role as Student Services Coordinator on the Student Life team, I have the privilege of fulfilling my calling in getting to know and sow into the students that I get to meet. Being available to them by listening, praying with them and being invited into some of the special moments that matter in their lives is my favorite part of every day. NNU creates an atmosphere where we have the freedom to pour into our students’ lives and build meaningful connections—and that’s something I treasure.
NNU students frequently express that we do college different. How do you believe NNU does college different?
I know many have already shared similar thoughts, but it’s worth saying again: NNU truly feels like a community. We care deeply about our students—their growth, their transformation and their learning journey. It may sound like a cliché, but here, every student matters. They’re never just a number; they’re valued individuals who become part of our family, and we’re committed to walking alongside them every step of the way. It is one of the many reasons I love working here.
