“I grew as a person in every way at Northwestern—academically, emotionally and spiritually. I 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

“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

“What I love the most about Northwestern College is my fellow students and my professors. The atmosphere of Northwestern facilitates the development of close relationships, and that reason alone is why I came here.”

Noah Karmann ’21 Political science and history major from Columbus, Nebraska

Noah's story

“My favorite part of Northwestern is the relationships I've built here. The love of Christ radiates through every person on campus, and all the Christ-centered friendships I've made reflect that love and have encouraged my spiritual growth.”

Schuyler Sterk ’21 English teaching major from Belle Plaine, Minnesota

Schuyler's story

“Besides gaining knowledge at Northwestern, I have gained maturity. ”

Wilfredo Almendarez ’22 Political science major from Tegucigalpa, Honduras

Wilfredo'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

“At Northwestern, I'm gaining a better and broader worldview. If your education doesn't change the way you live, then something is wrong. Northwestern changes lives.”

Josh Fischer ’21 Computer science major from Cutler Bay, Florida

Josh's story

“I chose NWC because of the intentionality of the professors, staff and students. Northwestern pushes students to grow into world changers through academic and spiritual leadership.”

Lydia Pearson ’22 Spanish and social work major from Sioux Falls, South Dakota

Lydia's story

“I wanted a school where the professors had personal connections with students and the dorms were places where other students helped you grow spiritually and emotionally. Northwestern fit that criteria.”

Colin Kaemingk ’22 History major from Lynden, Washington

Colin's story

“The best things about the physics department at Northwestern are the challenging courses and the professors’ you-can-do-it attitude. Together, they produce high student achievement.”

Steven Van Meeteren ’22 Biophysics, chemistry and mathematics major from Sheldon, Iowa

Steven'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

“I’ve grown through being exposed to so many cultures and new ideas. It made me more well-rounded and rooted in my faith and beliefs.”

Reid Seelhammer ’21 Business administration major from Chatfield, Minnesota

Reid'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

“I chose Northwestern for the community. I wanted to be at a place where I knew not only my peers, but also the professors and staff. When I visited Northwestern, I could see all the students felt like they belonged, and that is how I wanted to feel.”

Michaela Kleinwolterink ’21 Accounting major from Sheldon, Iowa

Michaela's story

“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 wife—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