Orange City Area Health System created $111.5 million impact on local economy in 2024
/in Events, News/by Vibrant Orange CityNorthwestern College exceeds enrollment goals for second consecutive year
/in News/by Nick BuckoFor the second year in a row, Northwestern College has exceeded its goals for new student recruitment by more than 10%. Fall 2025 figures list a total of 354 new students, including 37 transfers, the highest number of transfers in nine years.
Award-winning author Rich Villodas to speak at NWC about reconciliation
/in News/by Nick BuckoThe Rev. Rich Villodas, pastor and award-winning author, will present at Northwestern College Sept. 23–24.
Northwestern to host Raider Nation Homecoming Celebration
/in News/by Nick BuckoNorthwestern College will hold Raider Nation Celebration, the college’s annual Homecoming and Family Weekend, Oct. 3–4. The weekend’s events include class reunions, banquets, athletic events, a music showcase, and traditions such as the Morning on the Green carnival.
Northwestern theology professor selected for endowed professorship
/in News/by Nick BuckoThe Northwestern College board of trustees has appointed Dr. Cambria Kaltwasser to the Marvin and Jerene DeWitt Endowed Biblical and Theological Studies Professorship. The endowed position provides annual funds to support the recipient’s scholarly work, which can be used for research, the purchase of equipment or materials, travel to pursue research, or assistance to student researchers.
Northwestern College’s Te Paske Gallery features exhibit by NWC students
/in News/by Nick BuckoNorthwestern College is opening its 2025–26 art exhibit season with “Camera Obscura—An NWCore Create Collaborative Exhibition.” The show will be on display in Te Paske Gallery through Oct. 17, with a public reception scheduled for Wednesday, Sept. 17, at 7 p.m.
Northwestern College offers visit opportunities for prospective students
/in News/by Nick BuckoNorthwestern College invites high school and transfer students to visit campus during the 2025–26 school year. Both individual visits and Raider Days (group visit days) serve as an introduction to the college for prospective students.
Regional leadership development program cohort to begin
/in News/by Nick BuckoNorthwestern College’s Center for Innovation & Leadership welcomes the 2025–26 cohort selected for the Accelerate Siouxland leadership development program. Starting Sept. 11, the participants will develop relationships in the region and be equipped to become stronger community leaders.
OnStage 2025 Summer Concert Series – July + August
/in Events, News, Orange City Arts/by Vibrant Orange City
A Year of Growth and Collaboration at the Dutch American Heritage MuseumDecember 9, 2025 - 12:43 pm
A Look Back at 2025 Development ProjectsDecember 9, 2025 - 10:21 am
Orange City Area Health adds new surgical robot to operating room, bringing boost to rural healthcareDecember 4, 2025 - 12:44 pm
Northwestern College named Best Christian Workplace for third yearDecember 3, 2025 - 2:20 pm










