Northwestern College publishes history book
A new book, “Pursuing the Light: A History of Northwestern, 1882–2024,” tells the story of the institution’s growth from a classical academy and junior college into a college that enrolls about 1,700 undergraduate and graduate students and has more than 16,300 alumni around the world.
Five to receive Northwestern College alumni awards for 2025
Northwestern College will present five of its alumni with awards recognizing their accomplishments and service during Raider Nation Celebration, the college’s Homecoming and Family Weekend. The recipients will be honored during a banquet Saturday evening, Oct. 4.
Northwestern to break ground for Colenbrander Plaza on Oct. 2
Members of the public are invited to join Northwestern College students, faculty, staff and trustees for the groundbreaking of Colenbrander Plaza, an outdoor gathering space that will also serve as a walkway toward De Valois Stadium. The event will take place at 5 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 2.
Northwestern College exceeds enrollment goals for second consecutive year
For 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
The Rev. Rich Villodas, pastor and award-winning author, will present at Northwestern College Sept. 23–24.
Northwestern to host Raider Nation Homecoming Celebration
Northwestern 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
The 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.
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