SO YOU COMMITTED… NOW WHAT?

There’s a moment that hits sometime after you’ve committed to a college, maybe it’s right after high school graduation announcements go out, or when someone asks where you’re headed next fall for the tenth time, and it feels like you should have everything figured out...

WHY SUMMER IS THE SMARTEST TIME FOR WORKING ADULTS TO START GRAD SCHOOL

For many working adults, the idea of going back to school can feel overwhelming. Between careers, family responsibilities and everything else life throws your way, it’s easy to keep pushing graduate school to “someday.” But what if this summer is actually the perfect...

FIRST-YEAR HOUSING: WHAT YOU REALLY NEED TO KNOW ABOUT COLLEGE DORMS

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?...

PROFILES: QUINCY ELLIS, UNDERGRADUATE STUDENT

Name: Quincy Ellis Major/Minor: Nursing  Future Plans: Currently, my future plans are to graduate and begin my career as a nurse, as well as continue my education in the FNP program here at NNU.  Grad Year: 2025 Hometown: Boise, Idaho  Fun Fact About You: I lived...

PROFILES: CAROLINA SCHNEIDER, STAFF

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...

LEADING AFTER THE LAST OUT

By Craig Craker Joe Schaefer had a choice. He could sit in the dugout, frustrated after losing a game his team seemed destined to win. Or he could do what he has always done as a head coach: be there for his players, no matter the outcome. He chose the latter. As the...

STUNT: NNU’S NEW SPORT

By Kelli Rich STUNT Coach  When I first said yes to becoming the inaugural head coach of STUNT at NNU, I felt God nudging me into something bigger than just coaching a new program. Starting STUNT has been a faith-driven journey from day one.  Before we ever stepped...

JOURNEYS OUTFITTING CO.

By Lance Howard Director of Journeys Outfitting Co.  NNU’s Journeys Outfitting Co. has a rich history of being a vibrant educational community that integrates recreation and the outdoors while reflecting our Christian faith. We’ve had the opportunity to see both...

NNU Celebrates 2026 Graduates at 110th Commencement Ceremonies

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...

WHAT DO I NEED TO KNOW ABOUT BORROWING? (BEFORE I PICK MY COLLEGE)

It’s decision time. You’ve got your acceptance letters, maybe a hoodie or two already, and now there’s one big question hanging in the air:  What is this actually going to cost, and is it okay for me to borrow?  Let’s talk about that. No jargon, no scare tactics, just...