“I believe Northwestern students form more meaningful relationships than they would find anywhere else.”

Ty Martens Business Administration major from Elizabeth, Colorado

Ty's story

“Being a Raider has changed my life. Coming from California to Orange City was a huge culture shock, but it was the greatest decision I could have made for myself”

Manuel Jaramillo Criminal Justice major from Selma, California

Manuel's story

“My professors share tangible ways they have served the Lord with their talents and expertise, which shows me how I can do the same in the business world.”

Emily Bosch Business Education, Secondary Education and Accounting major from Ankeny, Iowa

Emily's story

“From professors in my major to those teaching general education courses, each Northwestern professor has sought to help me flourish at college.”

Aaron Eckmann Political Science major from Cavour, South Dakota

Aaron's story

“Northwestern’s education faculty are not only committed to academic excellence; they are genuinely attentive to students’ diverse needs both in and out of the classroom.”

Jamie Young Secondary Education major from Sioux Falls, South Dakota

Jamie's story

“After seeing the college’s new science facilities on a campus visit, I knew that Northwestern was the place where I would have the best experience in science education. ”

Marshall Kleinhesselink Biology/Secondary Education major from Sheldon, Iowa

Marshall's story

“I love that faculty are willing to see me as a person, and not just as a student. They take time out of their day to help me, even when it is not office hours.”

Caroline Van Berkum Physics Education major from Antonito, Colorado

Caroline's story

“I want to become a certified nursing assistant because I care about people and want to help them feel better. ”

Daniel Mills NEXT Program major from Blackstone, Massachusetts

Daniel's story

“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 Biology-Health Professions major from Sioux Center, Iowa

Samantha's story

“The thing I appreciate the most about Northwestern is the people.”

Emma Wilson Math major from McCallsburg, Iowa

Emma's story

“I’ve grown so much as a person while at Northwestern. There are countless opportunities for leadership development through clubs, Spring Service Partnerships, student government and residence life. ”

Brandon Kjonegaard Business Administration/Marketing major from Sioux Falls, South Dakota

Brandon's story

“I want to become a certified nursing assistant because I care about people and want to help them feel better. ”

Daniel Mills NEXT Program major from Blackstone, Massachusetts

Daniel's story

“While studying art at Northwestern, I have learned about the creativity of God. God is an artist, and when I make art, I am reflecting the divine nature of God and the glory of his creation.”

Carie Winn Art major from Orange City, Iowa

Carie's story

“I love helping people. It’s fun to watch people grow and mature throughout the school year in the classes I tutor. ”

Kaytlyn Harms Biology-Health Professions major from Farson, Wyoming

Kaytlyn's story

“The community of Northwestern is unlike anything I've ever experienced. From professors and coaches to fellow students and cafeteria workers, I’ve formed truly special connections at Northwestern.”

Dylan Kirkeby Biophysics major from Brandon, South Dakota

Dylan's story