Worship Arts
Worship Arts
Worship begins with God’s revelation, involves our response to that revelation, and ultimately leads to transformed lives. It encompasses everything from the greeters at the door to the graphics on the screen—from testimonies, Scripture and sermons to songs, creeds and sacraments. As a worship arts major at Northwestern, you’ll learn how to create moving, cohesive, theologically sound church worship. You’ll be prepared to bring others into the very presence of God, whether you lead worship as a vocation or as a volunteer.
Why NWC?
Northwestern’s worship arts major will equip you to plan and lead worship, as well as inspire and empower others. It’s flexible enough for you to pair it with another major, minor or collection of courses that interests you—such as music, art, youth ministry, communications, theatre or theology—allowing you to use your gifts for God’s glory.
Your courses will explore the theology and story of worship; foundational classes in the music of the church and the history of Christianity; and practical courses covering music fundamentals and worship technology. The program is capped by a practicum in worship arts.
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Experience
The Compass Center for Career & Calling offers a variety of career exploration experiences, including job shadowing; internships in a variety of locations, including Chicago and Denver; and study abroad opportunities around the globe.
During your junior or senior year, you’ll be placed with a church or parachurch ministry to gain hands-on experience in worship arts.
The Compass Center for Career & Calling offers a variety of career exploration experiences, including job shadowing; internships in a variety of locations, including Chicago and Denver; and study abroad opportunities around the globe.
During your junior or senior year, you’ll be placed with a church or parachurch ministry to gain hands-on experience in worship arts.
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Faculty
Brilliant scholars. Committed Christians. Invested in you. That’s Northwestern’s faculty.
Drew Schmidt ’05
Associate Professor of Theatre; Coordinator of Worship Arts
Dr. Robert Hubbard
Professor of Theatre; Department Chair
Dr. James Mead
Professor of Biblical and Theological Studies
Andy Keller ’06
Piano Instructor
Dr. Cambria Kaltwasser
Associate Professor of Biblical and Theological Studies; Director of the Northwestern Core
Dr. Jason Lief ’96
Professor of Biblical and Theological Studies
Dr. Angela (Holt) Carlson
Associate Professor of Music; Director of Instrumental Studies and Music Education
Meghan Flynn
Assistant Professor of Art
Phil Scorza
Professor of Art and Design; Department Chair
Rev. Kristin Brouwer
Director of Discipleship
