MLK Chapel* - Dr. Michael Andres & Rahn Franklin

Dr. Andres teaches theology, Christian witness, Christian community development, and Calvin and Calvinism. He has research interests in Christian community development, the theology and practice of holistic Christian witness, the authentication of revelation, and the ethics and theology of consumerism. He serves on the rural/small town committee for the Christian Community Development Association and previously served six years on the Commission on Theology for the Reformed Church in America.

Within the context of Northwestern's Vision for Diversity, Rahn Franklin leads the college's student diversity initiatives. He provides support, guidance and advocacy for diverse students and collaborates with professors and staff to develop curricular and co-curricular programs that encourage the development of cultural intelligence among all campus community members. He also coordinates the Bridge Scholars program to develop student leaders from diverse backgrounds. Originally from Kansas City, Rahn came to Northwestern from Buena Vista University, where he was a residence hall director and assistant director of student activities. He has a master's degree in school counseling and a bachelor's degree in exercise science, both from Buena Vista.