Paving the Way

God had big plans for Chrislyn (Kemp ’90) Skippings to pave the way for young future leaders—and it all started at Northwestern.

Looking back, Skippings sees how her participation in several clubs on campus allowed her to observe strong leadership skills and began to shape her for the future God planned.

“These clubs contributed significantly to my growth and development, and being president of the International Club truly enhanced my leadership skills,” she says.

Returning to her homeland in the Bahamas after graduation, Skippings joined the Royal Bahamas Police Force (RBPF). In her 34-year tenure with the force, she has applied the leadership skills learned at NWC and helped open doors for young leaders in her area. She was the first female leader to serve in several high-ranking roles within the RBPF, including her current position as director of public affairs.

“I believe that youth model what they observe and are taught,” Skippings says. “I want to be a leader who is a model of excellence consistent with and reflective of Christ. As I reflect on my experience at Northwestern and the present experiences of my daughters who attend NWC, I’m ecstatic to see that the standard of excellence has been maintained.”