Northwest Nazarene University announced Saturday that an NNU student who has been residing in on-campus housing has tested positive for COVID-19. The individual has been self-isolating since June 26 due to suspected exposure, tested July 4 and received the positive results Friday. The student has...

On June 23, 2020, Catherine Becker successfully defended her dissertation entitled "Seriality, Context, and Format: Early American Literature and the Periodical" to earn her PhD from Idaho State University.
 
Becker is currently an assistant professor at the NNU Writing Center. Her defense was a...

A collection of essays are being published in a new book titled “Listening Again to the Text: New Testament Studies in Honor of George Lyons.” The book honors the impact Lyons has had on the theology of the Church of the Nazarene. 

Lyons served as Professor of New Testament at Northwest Nazarene...

Northwest Nazarene University’s College of Business has announced a new graduate program beginning in the fall of 2020. The Master of Accountancy (MAcc) program will offer two concentrations: Professional Accounting/CPA and Management Accounting/CMA.

The MAcc program is designed to enhance...

Over the past several days I have been deeply saddened and troubled by the loss of life, hatred and violence that is occurring across our nation. My heart has grown increasingly heavy as I have pondered the effects of systemic racism in our country.

At NNU, we affirm the words of the Church of the...

NNU Athletics Communication Director Craig Craker has a special ability for seeing stories in the everyday. He can turn a simple anecdote about a cookie hidden in a coach’s pocket into an analogy of how a serious coach used humor to motivate and bond with his team. He has the innate ability to get...

The College of Education celebrated its student teachers with a virtual awards ceremony on May 20. During the ceremony, professors welcomed each teacher candidate, prayed over them and recognized them for their work. 

Each year, the college chooses four student teachers for special recognition...

The College of Business faculty, staff and students had a chance to say goodbye to one another during two virtual gatherings. These online chats were hosted for both undergraduate students and the STEP and MBA students.

“As we look back on March and how things kind of happened, the world...

Northwest Nazarene University’s Department of Mathematics and Computer Science hosted its annual Computer Science Senior Seminar Series virtually on April 23, 2020.

“We’re very proud of this year’s seniors whose research efforts ranged from machine learning to application development to...

Dr. Konya Weber, associate dean for the College of Business, has been named the Baccalaureate/Graduate Degree Award recipient for the Region 7 2020 ACBSP Teaching Excellence Award. Each year the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP) recognizes educators who exemplify...

Dear sissy and all of her senior friends,

Gosh I’m sorry that this has happened to you.

This is so far from what you deserved. This is unfair and I know it can’t be easy.

I am sorry about the last moments with your friends. You should not be grieving them.

I am sorry about sports. You should...

By Veronica Craker

In the face of unprecedented times surrounding the global pandemic of COVID-19, the NNU engineering department is finding a way to use its knowledge and resources to help the community. The university sprang to action last week in response to a plea from Idaho Sen. Jim Risch...

NNU’s College of Nursing is excited to announce the relaunch of its RN-BSN program. This program is designed to help current registered nurses (RN) earn their Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree.

In today’s healthcare industry, many hospitals are encouraging their nurses to earn their...

In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, as NNU classes were being canceled and students were being told to stay inside, the College of Nursing saw an opportunity for real-life training. On March 18, the junior-level BSN students enrolled in “Diverse Populations in Community” participated in a pandemic...

Northwest Nazarene University announced Wednesday that its transition to remote learning will be extended through the end of the Spring semester. Additionally, all university faculty and staff who are able will begin working remotely Monday, March 23, 2020. Only those employees critical to...

Three Northwest Nazarene University Master of Social Work students walked away winners when they presented on House Bill 482, during the National Association of Social Workers Idaho Lead Advocacy Days at the state capitol. The event took place Feb. 24-25 and allowed social workers and social work...

Northwest Nazarene University announced Friday that Spring Break will begin tomorrow, March 14, 2020 and run through March 30, 2020 when classes will begin being delivered remotely. Face-to-face learning is scheduled to resume Tuesday, April 14, 2020 following Easter break. Additionally, all...

Northwest Nazarene University announced that they will be holding “Pilot Wednesday” March 18, 2020 in which all classes will be held remotely. Although no cases of Coronavirus (COVID-19) have been confirmed in Idaho, NNU wants to be prepared should there be a necessary closure or quarantine.

Pil...

NNU’s College of Nursing is excited to announce the relaunch of its RN-BSN program. This program is designed to help current registered nurses (RN) earn their Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree.

In today’s healthcare industry, many hospitals are encouraging their nurses to earn their...

The Northwest Nazarene University (NNU) Board of Trustees announced Friday, March 6, 2020 that they have unanimously voted to extend the contract for NNU President Joel Pearsall for four more years. The announcement came at the end of the board’s semi-annual meeting that was held March 4-6, 2020 on...

I am aware of the concerns and questions raised by the news of Coronavirus (COVID-19) spreading and want to assure you that we have a cross-functional group on campus that is closely monitoring this constantly shifting landscape. Maintaining health and ensuring the safety of our community is of...

NNU’s annual Winter Awakening was held February 18-21 in the Conrad Commons on campus. This event was an intentional time to come together as a community and reflect on God’s work in our lives and on our campus and included times for worship and to hear from guest speakers.

This year, SGA Campus...