This is Raider Nation
Our students are smart. Committed. And ready to be part of God’s work in the world.
Marco Physical Education
Marco is a future teacher and basketball coach whose goal is to follow Christ’s example in the way he serves his students.
Ashlyn Biblical and Theological Studies
In addition to having fun with friends, studying abroad, and learning how to be a leader, Ashlyn is gaining a better understanding of God’s word through her major in biblical and theological studies.
Spencer NEXT Program
Spencer is taking classes, living in a dorm and participating in student activities as part of Northwestern NEXT, a program for students with intellectual or developmental disabilities.
Mallory Nursing
Exceptional nursing facilities, equipment and professors are preparing Mallory to provide health care in a way that serves others in the name of Christ.
Princess Medical Laboratory Science
Choosing a college 6,000 miles from home was a leap of faith for Princess—one that was rewarded by challenging classes, opportunities for research, close friendships, and a growing relationship with Christ.
Luke Political Science
As a political science major at Northwestern, Luke is learning to think critically and apply God’s Word to complex issues. Once he graduates from NWC, he plans to attend law school in his home state of Nebraska.
Emma Genetics
Multiple research opportunities as an undergraduate student at Northwestern are leading Emma to consider a career in either the medical field or conducting research.
Braeden Math
At Northwestern, Braeden has been encouraged not to be afraid to make mistakes while he learns—an environment he wants to replicate when he becomes a high school math teacher.
Harris Marketing
Harris loves the research, strategies and statistics involved in marketing and has gained experience in his chosen career field both on campus and through a summer internship.
Jacob Biochemistry
Jacob chose NWC because of its small size, strong science departments and Christian community.
Logan Agricultural Business
Logan’s major in agricultural business and participation in Northwestern’s Future Generations of Agriculture Club is preparing him for a career as an ag loan officer or accountant.
Meredith Music
Meredith plays in multiple Northwestern music ensembles, goes on annual music tours, and participates in clubs and activities aligned with her interests and career goals.
AJ English Teaching
AJ views his professors as teaching role models who are committed to preparing him well for his future English classroom.
Mairin Software Engineering
Mairin was drawn to software engineering as a field where she could work with computers and still interact with others.
Kerstyn Public Relations
The versatility of the public relations major has been a perfect choice for Kerstyn, who wanted to embrace the creative side of business.
Grace Social Work
Despite growing up just a mile from campus, Grace has found NWC to be a place of opportunities and new experiences.
Gabe Accounting
Gabe found accounting to be the perfect match for his interests and abilities, and he is gaining leadership experience through his involvements at NWC.
Jamie Secondary Education
Hands-on experience in local classrooms helped affirm Jamie’s choice to become a teacher.
Mari Social Work
Adopted from Ethiopia, Mari hopes to use her personal experience to help other families through the adoption process.
Elena History
Elena chose Northwestern so she could continue to pursue her favorite activities while earning a high-quality education.
Noah Psychology
Noah appreciates the psychology department’s research opportunities as solid preparation for his career as a family therapist for veterans.
Isabel Actuarial Science
Isabel chose Northwestern because of how it prepares actuarial science students to pass their professional exams—and because of its Christian community and smaller class sizes.
Carie Art
Inspired by her professors, Carie is learning different art techniques, as well as developing her own artistic style. Grad school may be in her future, along with eventually working for an art museum.
Izaac Spanish
Izaac’s world has been opened through his Spanish classes, but also by attending Spanish-speaking churches and spending a semester abroad.
Emily Exercise Science
The kinesiology department’s strong grad placement rates convinced Emily that NWC would prepare her for PT school.
Annika Finance
Annika added a finance major after a professor told her that knowledge of banking and economics could help her developing math skills.
Leandro International
Raised in Brazil, Leandro has discovered a home and family at Northwestern that he greatly values.
Thea Graphic Design
Since coming to Northwestern, Thea has learned to see art as a form of worship and a means of reflecting God the Creator.
Lillian Social Enterprise
Northwestern’s social enterprise major is preparing Lillian for a career in ministry, business ownership or both.
Emmy International Business
Emmy is discovering that a deep knowledge of culture can be helpful when doing business abroad and at home.
Abigail Biology
An aspiring physician assistant, Abigail has loved learning how the body works and feels well prepared for graduate school.
Sonu Computer Science
Sonu seeks to use his computer science degree to help improve others’ lives.
Chloe Applied Design and Entrepreneurship
Spending a semester studying in Italy helped Chloe expand her worldview and grow in confidence.
Taylor Art Therapy
An accomplished painter, Taylor desires to use art to help people sort through the challenges in their lives.
Ty Business Administration
Ty appreciates the business administration major’s versatility—covering content in a variety of areas while helping students develop essential workplace skills.
Jackson Nursing
Jackson looks forward to using his future career in nursing as a ministry.
Manuel Criminal Justice
Wrestling brought Manuel to Northwestern, where he is majoring in criminal justice and preparing to become a probation officer.
Kip Chemistry
Kip appreciates the academic rigor of Northwestern’s science curriculum and feels it will set him apart on his journey to become an orthopedic surgeon.
Dylan Biophysics
Dylan is majoring in biophysics and minoring in math, with the goal of someday doing space and physics research.
Taylor Biology-Health Professions
Taylor appreciates how Northwestern sets high academic standards that will prepare her well for a career in the medical field.
Kaytlyn Biology-Health Professions
A future doctor, Kaytlyn loves to help people. That’s why she mentors Northwestern NEXT students, participated in a Summer of Service in Haiti, and gets great fulfillment from tutoring students in writing, biology and chemistry courses.
Emily Public Relations and Marketing
A campus tour guide who remembered her when she returned to Northwestern for a second visit is one of the reasons Emily decided to transfer to NWC. Even though she transferred in the middle of a school year, she found it easy to make friends and get involved.
James Worship Arts
James values the time he and fellow worship arts majors spend studying Scripture and its more practical applications. In the future, he plans to lead worship at a local church and direct band or choir at a school.
Emily Physical Education
A two-sport all-conference athlete, Emily looks forward to becoming a physical education teacher so she can inspire children to become more active.
Celina Christian Education/Youth Ministry and Worship Arts
Even as she is learning about youth ministry and worship arts, Celina is getting practical experiences—serving as a mentor for high school students and as a member of the college's chapel worship team.
Linsy Spanish-English Translation and Interpretation
Northwestern helped Linsy see being bilingual as a gift and showed her the career possibilities available as a medical and court interpreter.
Emily Biblical and Theological Studies
As she prepares for a career in ministry, Emily has found growth, affirmation and encouragement while grappling with some of the most deeply complex questions of the faith.
Marshall Biology/Secondary Education
Observing his Northwestern professors and coaches in action is one way that Marshall is preparing to be a standout high school science teacher and coach.
Garrett Biology-Ecological Science
Garrett loves to hunt, fish and hike and eventually hopes to become a state or federal wildlife biologist.
Daniel NEXT Program
As a student in Northwestern’s NEXT program, Daniel is learning valuable life skills to help him live and work independently.
Teagen Business Administration/Management
Teagen is passionate about business, and he loves learning about the topic from professors who also convey that passion.
Madilynn Theatre
Maddie attended Northwestern’s Theatre Camp as a high school student. Now she’s majoring in theatre and learning how her art glorifies God.
Hailey Statistics
A statistics major, Hailey values the real-world experience and spiritual emphasis her professors bring to the classroom.
Emily Business Education, Secondary Education and Accounting
Emily initially plans to work as a financial analyst but may someday teach high school business.
Caroline Physics Education
Caroline chose Northwestern because of its close-knit community, and as she prepares to be a math and physics teacher, she seeks to work at a smaller school where she can have similar close connections with students.
Misael Economics
Misael chose economics for his major because it involves aspects of both business and the humanities.
Isaiah Biology-Health Professions, Chemistry, Business Administration/Finance and Economics
A future doctor, Isaiah says his Honors Program experience studying and then touring historic sites in Greece has been the highlight of his time at Northwestern.
