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,...
Name: Brent Peterson Profession: Dean of the College of Theology and Christian Ministries Hometown: Seattle, WA Fun Fact About You: I have the best office on campus (don’t tell anyone) and in this same office I contracted chicken pox as an NNU student from a faculty...
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...
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...
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. ...
KENZI BERGGREN You don’t have to have it all figured out to start college, and honestly, most students don’t. What matters more is being open to the experience: trying new classes, finding your people, learning how to manage your time and discovering who you’re...
Northwest Nazarene University’s Office of Academic Affairs is proud to announce that 416 undergraduate students and 235 graduate students have been named to the Dean’s List and 172 undergraduate students were named to the President’s List for the Fall 2025 semester....
Northwest Nazarene University is celebrating a meaningful accomplishment by one of its students. First-year English and Creative Writing student Sadie Myers recently had an op-ed published in the Idaho Statesman, highlighting the kind of thoughtful, real-world writing...
Northwest Nazarene University student Kiara Blanco recently represented NNU at the Writing Matters conference hosted by the College of Southern Idaho on February 19 and 20. The annual event brings together students, faculty and writers from southwestern Idaho to...
