“I have gained so many more things from Northwestern than just a fabulous education. I have grown in my faith every year, I have met incredible friends—including my fiancée—and established relationships that will last a lifetime, and I have grown in my musical skills. Northwestern is truly an amazing college.”

Joel Van Peursem ’21 Music and secondary education major from Vermillion, South Dakota

Joel's story

“One of my social work profs says we're trying to work ourselves out of a job. I think one of the most rewarding things we can do is help someone help themselves.”

Amy Tuttle ’20 Social work and Spanish major from Orange City, Iowa

Amy's story

“Any college could teach me how to be a chemist At Northwestern, I’m also learning the underlying moral framework behind my choices as a biochemist. In short, I chose Northwestern because it integrated a Christian worldview into the sciences.”

Colin McDowell ’20 Biochemistry major from Poulsbo, Washington

Colin's story

“I’ve grown as a person in every way at Northwestern—academically, emotionally and spiritually. I’ve learned so much about myself, others and the world around me. Northwestern is a beautiful, fun and safe place that truly changes students’ lives if they let it.”

Samantha Olson ’22 Biology-health professions major from Sioux Center, Iowa

Samantha's story

“Northwestern provides an incredible education that puts students well on their way to achieving their goals.”

Erica Hulsing ’21 Sport management and accounting major from Grinnell, Iowa

Erica's story

“I would tell students who are considering studying abroad to take the leap and do it. It teaches you so much about who you are, and you learn so much about other people.”

McKinley  Fopma ’20 Accounting and business administration major from Pella, Iowa

McKinley 's story

“I’ve always liked helping others in need. Not only does helping people in the tutor center give me satisfaction, but the part I love the most is when the student leaves the center understanding the topic.”

Sammy Blum ’21 Biology–health professions major from Rock Valley, Iowa

Sammy's story

“All of my professors have been extremely invested in both my learning and in my life. They are all passionate about both science and their faith, and they are always willing to field questions about either of these things.”

Noah Gritters ’20 Biology–health professions, chemistry and mathematics major from Pella, Iowa

Noah's story

“I feel very well prepared for my future because I have had a lot of success in my internships. Last summer I interned for Foster Group and was able to adjust very fast even though I had never had a job in the finance industry. Learning in the classroom was a great starting point.”

Devin Vander Werff ’20 Business administration/finance major from Urbandale, Iowa

Devin's story

“I really love the idea of interdisciplinary study that the Honors Program offers. This really interests me because my majors are so different, and because I love to learn as much as I can. In fact, I wanted to major in four or five disciplines, but that’s not feasible, so instead I enrolled in the Honors Program because it promises experience in fields outside of your own, which is really cool.”

Landon Van Berkum ’22 Computer science and history major from Everson, Washington

Landon's story

“At Northwestern I’ve gained relationships that will last a lifetime. It took less than a couple of hours on campus for me to meet someone who is now one of my best friends. And from there I found countless other friends who I know will be there for me at any time in my life.”

Chris Ten Pas ’21 Criminal justice major from Oostburg, Wisconsin

Chris's story

“I chose Northwestern for many reasons, but the most significant was because I believe Northwestern will do the best job at preparing me to become the best possible husband, father, citizen and Christian after college.”

Sean Powell ’20 Chemistry major from Sioux Falls, South Dakota

Sean's story

“I truly love and enjoy this college beyond belief. Choosing to attend here was definitely one of my greatest decisions.”

Grahm Kenobbie ’20 Philosophy and computer science major from Phoenix, Arizona

Grahm's story

“I have loved working with every professor in the Spanish department. They are all so kind and all demonstrate their dedication to students and their jobs.”

Suresh Portillo ’20 translation and interpretation major from San Francisco, California

Suresh's story

“Every Northwestern professor I have been privileged to take a class with or casually encounter during an activity on campus or at church has been absolutely gracious and inspiring.”

Adebola Adeyemo ’20 Public relations major from Lagos, Nigeria

Adebola's story