Dear Parents,
Happy Independence Day! I hope you and your student(s) are having a wonderful summer. Do you ever really pause and ponder the God-given freedom we have in this country? It is so easy to take our liberty for granted, isn’t it? Because of that freedom, we get to worship how we choose and at a place like Northwestern, we can educate the next generation in a Christ-like manner. Praise God!
Maybe this is an age thing (and probably is), but I have given a lot of thought lately to what it means to leave a legacy. As a Christian university, we can look back over the almost 120 years of Northwestern’s existence and see how God’s mighty hand has moved and protected this place we love which now educates your student. We can look at the thousands of current and future UNW alums who are taking the Good News into a lost world. Some may have more prominence but for most of our students and alums, we are doing the day-to-day thing which makes an impact within our own sphere. Bottom line, we are all called to bring Jesus to wherever we are. What does that look like for you? What will that look like for your student? One of my favorite songs of recent is “Only Jesus” by Casting Crowns. It is a great reminder that whoever we are, a Christian university or an individual Christ-follower, what matters is Jesus. I am thankful that here at Northwestern, who we are, what we do, and how we do it is directed by “Only Jesus.”
Serving Jesus Together,
Scott Anderson ‘84
Director of Alumni & Parent Relations
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Even as the US leads in global pandemic recovery, we will still be cleaning up pandemic “leftovers.” The same would be true of any physical, emotional, or psychological trauma our sons and daughters have endured in their lives. The point is, traumas from the past don’t stop at the point of changing our lives. They also demand care in recovery. As we pursue healing with intentionality, a scriptural approach to reframing and recovery is exactly what our Master Healer has in mind. |
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We are excited to welcome our new students and families to the UNW community. See all deadlines and dates on the student orientation webpage. We will continue to update the Parent Orientation page, so keep watch! |
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Fall semester statements will be generated the first week of August. Payment plan enrollment is available when notifications of Fall statements are sent.
We are happy to answer any questions: 651-631-5352.
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If your student is interested in borrowing a private loan or a Parent PLUS loan for 21/22, we advise starting the application process now.
A co-signer is required to borrow a private loan and interest rates vary. You can find our preferred lender list here:
To borrow a Parent PLUS loan, please complete the loan application steps outlined in the attached document.
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You must be extremely proud of how hard your student is working. This was a record-breaking year for 1:1 career coaching appointments, paid internships, and networking. Did you know that we have over 300 alumni that joined our new Career Communities platform? These professionals are making themselves available to help your student with career advice, informational interviews, networking, and mentoring. Ask your student about their professional development and offer them encouragement for next year. We are here to help. |
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UNW dad interviews alumnae on Faith Radio!
Catch the replay of professor and student parent Peter Kapsner interviewing published author Courtney Reissig on June 17. Together they talked about emotions and worshipping God through each season of life. Getting to discuss topics like this is a huge part of the blessing that comes from attending a Christian college.
Replay the interview, or catch Courtney LIVE at the Northwestern Christian Writers Conference, July 16-17.
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University of Northwestern is pleased to announce academic honorees for the Spring 2021 semester. Collectively, 559 students were recognized with Honors (GPA 3.65–3.74), High Honors (3.75–3.89), and Highest Honors (GPA 3.90–4.0). We are so proud of the dedication and achievement of each of these outstanding scholars. |
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Full UNW Theatre Season Announced!
We at UNW Theatre are very excited to be able to bring you another great season! Our season starts with The Marvelous Wonderettes ’58 in the Nazareth Gazebo Courtyard Sept. 2-18. Our postponed production of Peter Pan, A Musical Adventure soars back to Knight Hall Oct. 28-Nov. 13. Beverly Cleary’s Ramona Quimby will welcome audiences back to the Patsy Miller Studio Theater Dec. 7-11. The family comedy, The Curious Savage, kicks of the spring semester in Knight Hall, and Shakespeare’s Twelfth Night will end our season in the studio theatre. Look for more info about season ticket packages returning this summer!
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Andrew Peterson LIVE one night at UNW
Andrew Peterson—renowned songwriter, children’s author, and Biblical philosopher—is performing LIVE at the University of Northwestern – St. Paul, July 16-17. Come experience a night of soulful inspiration, fostering community and spiritual formation through music, story, and art.
VIP tickets include a 30-minute meet-and-greet with Andrew Peterson before the show and front-row seats. General admission tickets begin at $20. Don’t miss out!
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University of Northwestern - St. Paul
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