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Northwestern again named among most adoption-friendly workplaces

For the 13th year, Northwestern College has been named to the Best Adoption-Friendly Workplaces list compiled by the Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption. Northwestern was recognized as an adoption advocate and ranked fourth in the education industry for 2025.

Northwestern adds Master of Arts in Teaching in early childhood

Northwestern College is adding a Master of Arts in Teaching (M.A.T.) in early childhood degree to its graduate programs this fall.

Northwestern faculty awarded grants for summer scholarship

Thirteen Northwestern College professors will conduct research and pursue further study this summer with funding from the Northwestern College Scholarship Grants program. The awards, ranging from $2,800 to $5,300, are designed to encourage the production of scholarly work for publication and distribution beyond Northwestern’s campus.

Monsma receives Northwestern Teaching Excellence Award

Dr. Scott Monsma, professor of sociology at Northwestern College, has been named the 2025 recipient of the Northwestern Teaching Excellence Award. He was honored during the college’s commencement ceremony on May 10.

Northwestern history prof received Faculty Excellence in Faith and Learning Award

Dr. Michael Kugler, professor of history at Northwestern College, has been named the 2025 recipient of the college’s Faculty Excellence in Faith and Learning Award. He was recognized during commencement exercises on May 10.

Faculty Honors award goes to NWC biblical and theological studies major

Josiah Troutner, a biblical and theological studies and worship arts major from Marshalltown, Iowa, received Faculty Honors during Northwestern College’s commencement exercises on May 10.

Northwestern students to participate in summer missions

Nearly 40 Northwestern College students will spend a portion of their summer as short-term missionaries through the college’s Summer of Service (SOS) program.

Northwestern College recognizes two with Inspirational Service Awards

Dr. Jenny Song, associate professor and chair of the business department, and Lori Zomermaand, director of admissions, are the recipients of Northwestern College’s 2025 Inspirational Service Awards.

Northwestern College to offer summer art camps

Northwestern College will hold summer art camps for students ages 6 through 14 during the month of June.

Northwestern College to award 449 degrees May 10

Northwestern College will award degrees to a record 449 students during its annual commencement ceremony on Saturday, May 10.