July 2017
NEW UNW PARENTS
Arrival Day

The start of the school year is almost here, which means orientation is right around the corner! We want to come alongside you and your student to make the start of your Northwestern experience truly memorable.

To find out the specific schedule for your student, we have posted on Step 6 Move-in & Orientation on the New Students tab of theROCK. 

Orientation for Parents

"The parent orientation track is masterfully and lovingly designed to give each parent the time and information they need to drive off campus at the end of the weekend with confidence that their student is going to be okay... and so are they."  

- Tenaya Tison, Parent |Parent Council Member
PARENT BLOG
Celebrating Independence
by Sarah Butler, Parent Council Member

Independence Day for our country marks the adoption of the Declaration of Independence and we continue to commemorate our historic separation from our motherland with a massive celebration.  Our transition from colonies to country is a nation-sized example of a rite of passage, marking the cultural transformation from struggling youth to growing maturity. As parents, we may not need a war for our territory or a contracted "declaration of independence," but what battles are we allowing our sons and daughters to fight to secure their independence and how are we celebrating their coming of age?
FALL INFORMATION
Student Accounts 

Summer balances should be paid in full by July 31.   Fall semester statements will be generated on August 1 .   Fall payment plan enrollment begins on August 1 .   We are happy to answer any questions: 651-631-5352.

Visit UNW at the State Fair

Visit our booth in the Education Building at the Minnesota State Fair, August 24- September 4. Chat with students, staff and faculty and learn what's new and upcoming at Northwestern. Students in grades 9-12, alumni, and current parents will receive a free gift!
Upcoming Events

Aug. 25-26 | New Student/Parent Orientation
Aug. 30 | Classes Begin
Sept. 28-30| Homecoming 
Oct. 21-24 |Fall Break
Nov. 22-26 |Thanksgiving Break
Dec. 22 | Commencement
Celebrate Northwestern's 115 Years 
Homecoming | September 28-30

Save the date as we celebrate God's goodness of Northwestern's 115 years.  Join us September 28-30 for all the festivities.  Stay connected for more details coming soon.
FUEL Leadership Conference
A leadership conference for everyone. 

Saturday, November 18

Join us for a one-day conference featuring experienced speakers and leaders who will help  develop your leadership abilities in your sphere of influence. 

No matter your vocation, FUEL will give you insight to encourage and equip you for Christ-centered leadership.

Tickets are on sale now!
WHAT'S NEW
Exciting changes to serve you better

We are collaborating with Career Development to equip and empower students and alumni to find meaningful work, and to assist key employers in finding great talent. The following changes will help strengthen this vision, and allow Career Development to more effectively serve UNW:
  • New Name: Career Development (Effective August 1)
    Formerly called the Center for Calling and Career 
  • New Software: Handshake 
    Handshake is our new student, alumni, and employer job site, similar to LinkedIn. Users can post jobs, find jobs, and connect with Career Development.
PARENT RELATIONS TEAM
Keep Us In The Loop

"Connecting Your Home to Ours" is our desire in the Parent Relations Office. We want to help you stay in touch with your student, keep you updated on the happenings and events at Northwestern, and connect you with people and departments who can address specific issues or concerns.  Most importantly we are praying for you!

Tim Elrod |  Director
Jody Reynolds | Coordinator

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