Some international faculty have experienced problems with the immigration process and have come together with Northwest’s administration to look for solutions. Read more
At the tail-end of his legislative off-season travel, Missouri’s Lt. Gov. Mike Kehoe visited College Republicans to answer questions about higher education funding and his goals leading up to the 2020 election. Read more
First-generation students had the opportunity to meet other people who have similar experiences and celebrate their college journeys in conjunction with the annual National First-Generation College Celebration. Read more
In an effort to reach a rapidly-growing demographic in the U.S., the role of Northwest’s diversity and inclusion coordinator — with support through the Hispanic Development Fund — has pivoted to include recruiting Hispanic and Latino students in Missouri metropolitan areas. Read more
In reviewing campus crime statistics for the annual Security and Fire Safety Report, University Police aims to decrease liquor law violations, theft and sexual assaults related to social media and dating apps through preventative patrolling and programming. Read more
After the release of his fourth album, “Anonymous,” rapper Blackbear will be coming to campus Nov. 9. Read more
In a red “Make America Great Again” baseball cap sat 69 names scribbled onto small blue pieces of paper. At the end of the of the College Republicans meeting, one of those names would be the new owner of an AR-15 80% lower receiver. Read more
In a matter of five minutes, Black Alumni and Friends raised $6,300 at a chapter meeting designed to set goals and elect officers. Read more
The Rho Theta chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Inc. crowned this year’s Miss Black and Gold scholarship pageant winner Oct. 26 after an evening of talent, fashion and answering controversial questions in a short amount of time. Read more
“In the U.S., should private gun ownership be regulated by the federal government?” was the question posed at the first Student Senate debate. Read more
Launching the public phase of its Forever Green campaign, the Northwest Foundation turned to the Northwest community beyond foundation members to help raise the final $3 million of the $45 million goal. Read more
Northwest’s College Republicans are raffling off 80% of an AR-15 Lower Receiver in an effort to heighten publicity and fundraising. Read more
Northwest has been recognized for its Academic Success and Retention Unit with an award from the American Association of State Colleges and Universities, an organization that shows appreciation to members that exhibit excellence and success in new and innovative ways. Read more
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Before this year, three presidents in U.S. history underwent impeachment inquiries, with two having impeachment trials in the Senate, neither resulting in a removal from office. While this is the third in 40 years, this is the first inquiry in most students’ memories. Read more
An organization focused on education and appreciation of agriculture across campus and in the U.S. was officially recognized at Northwest. Read more
The University Police Department confirmed on Twitter Oct. 16 that Lot 31, west of McKemy Center, will change from mixed-use to faculty/staff parking only. Read more
The Northwest Foundation is holding its official public launch of the Forever Green campaign 3:30 p.m. Oct. 24 at the Memorial Bell Tower. Read more
A sexual assault was reported to the University Police Department around 2:45 p.m. Oct. 22. The sexual assault was reported to have occurred between 11:30 a.m. and noon Oct. 14 in the second floor women’s restroom at the J.W. Jones Student Union. Read more
After standing on the east side of Northwest’s campus for 88 years, plans are underway to vacate and demolish the Thompson-Ringold building. Read more
In the wake of a long process of rebuilding and rejuvenating a devastated nation, Northwest student organizations have been funding for Bahamas hurricane relief efforts. Read more
Northwest College Republicans invited Nodaway County Sheriff Randy Strong to teach students about the sheriff’s department and everything it does Oct. 14. Read more
Northwest College Democrats hosted Sam Steyer, representing his father Tom Steyer’s campaign for president, Oct. 10 in the J.W. Jones Student Union living room, who visited to build awareness for and recruit students to work on his father’s campaign. Read more
After a nearly two-month search, Northwest named Justin Mallett the associate provost of diversity and inclusion. Read more
Northwest welcomed disability advocate and Fortune 500 executive Randy Lewis for the annual Ploghoft Diversity Lecture at the Ron Houston Center for the Performing Arts. Read more
Dark clouds and rolls of thunder delayed but didn’t stop Phi Mu from hosting their 12th annual Run 4 Jen Memorial Walk/Run Oct. 5. Read more
Every year, a few Northwest students have the opportunity to co-author physics research papers through a National Science Foundation grant, but this year, a student had the opportunity to be the lead author on a paper that is being considered for publication in a national physics journal. Read more
The University Police Department launched the Safe Ride Home app, which serves both shuttle and late night users, through the platform TapRide. Read more
Emergency responders and trainees in disaster management practiced and applied skills in a midwest disaster simulation with realistic scenarios at Mozingo Lake Recreation Park over three days. Read more
As a part of the LGBTQ+ history month series, the Office of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion hosted a safe-zone training discussion and presentation. Read more
Northwest named John Coffey the station manager of its National Public Radio affiliate KXCV-KRNW. Read more
The Diversity Equity and Inclusion Office hosted its first Bearcat Dialogue for faculty and staff in the Student Union Ballroom Sept 25. Read more
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When B.D. Owens arrived on campus in 1977, the University was on probation with the accreditation board, funding was lacking, and the winter prior, the high rises nearly froze because the heating system couldn’t keep up under extreme temperatures. Read more
The Northwest Alumni Association presented seven awards to alumni, faculty and staff at the Alumni Awards Banquet Sept. 27 in the J.W. Jones Student Union Ballroom. Read more
Northwest reached its third-highest enrollment in University history this year, with the second highest retention rate after a peak of 78% last year. Read more
With a new name, new goals and a new outlook, the group formerly known as To Write Love on Her Arms relaunched this year under the name Active Minds with the aim to fight the stigma surrounding mental health. Read more
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The University held two open forums for students and employees with Director of Diversity and Inclusion Justin Mallett, the second candidate for the new associate provost of diversity and inclusion position, Sept. 23. Read more
Acting as a safe community space for LGBTQ students at Northwest for more than four years, Helping Everyone Regardless of Orientation has decided to branch out in its mission and create a not-yet-named subgroup to focus on activism. Read more
Gary Zhao, a software program specialist at Northwest, led a gradebook training session for faculty to attend and learn about new features offered in Northwest Online (Canvas) Sept. 17 in B.D. Owens Library. This is the second gradebook training session held this semester. Read more
As the flurries stuck to her hair and dusted the tops of illuminated jack-o-lanterns sitting on front porch steps, then freshman Kayla Cornett realized just how far away from her home she was. Read more
Previously glazed eyes and slouching postures perked up in a moment, some in interest, some in confusion and some in alarm, as Director of the Missouri State Public Defenders Michael Barrett laid out his warning for the state of the constitution in the United States. Read more
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A crowd stood in a rough circle - hands clenched together, heads bowed - outside of the courthouse minutes before Northwest senior Kylan Harrell accepted a guilty plea agreement to resisting arrest. Read more
A Northwest student participated in a prestigious chemistry research internship at the University of Kansas, having been selected from a list of worldwide applicants looking to implement knowledge and skills to specific studies. Read more
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A loud “ping” resonated from her pocket, and fear filled a void her thirst for knowledge used to inhabit. She knew it wasn’t her friend texting again about the new homework assignment. Looking down at her phone, her eyes moved slowly across piercing words, and suddenly her fear morphed into … Read more
Northwest students have created two nonpartisan political groups on campus in the last three years, but they are only kept alive by one student. Read more
Overcast skies and intermittent drizzles of rain could not dampen the spirits of the newly recruited and current sorority members on Bid Day. Read more
With the launch of its new strategic plan, the Northwest Leadership Team has undergone personnel changes and a shift in focus for the next 10 years. Read more
Wellness Services organized and held an interactive RESPOND training Sept. 4 for Northwest faculty and staff to learn about mental health and suicide as it affects college campuses. Read more
Members of the National Panhellenic Council at Northwest hosted their annual NPHC Forum Aug. 29. Read more
Amidst top-40 radio hits blasting through the speakers and freshmen hunting for free swag, a friendly rivalry brewed between the two major political student organizations on campus: College Democrats and College Republicans. Read more
A new farmhouse sits atop a grassy hill on Northwest’s R.T. Wright Farm, where the community celebrated its completion with a ribbon cutting and detailed tour of the farm manager’s countryside home. Read more
After the release of his fourth album, “Anonymous,” rapper Blackbear will be coming to campus Nov. 9.
In a red “Make America Great Again” baseball cap sat 69 names scribbled onto small blue pieces of paper. At the end of the of the College Republicans meeting, one of those names would be the new owner of an AR-15 80% lower receiver.
In a matter of five minutes, Black Alumni and Friends raised $6,300 at a chapter meeting designed to set goals and elect officers.
The Rho Theta chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Inc. crowned this year’s Miss Black and Gold scholarship pageant winner Oct. 26 after an evening of talent, fashion and answering controversial questions in a short amount of time.
“In the U.S., should private gun ownership be regulated by the federal government?” was the question posed at the first Student Senate debate.
Launching the public phase of its Forever Green campaign, the Northwest Foundation turned to the Northwest community beyond foundation members to help raise the final $3 million of the $45 million goal.
Northwest’s College Republicans are raffling off 80% of an AR-15 Lower Receiver in an effort to heighten publicity and fundraising.
Northwest has been recognized for its Academic Success and Retention Unit with an award from the American Association of State Colleges and Universities, an organization that shows appreciation to members that exhibit excellence and success in new and innovative ways.
Before this year, three presidents in U.S. history underwent impeachment inquiries, with two having impeachment trials in the Senate, neither resulting in a removal from office. While this is the third in 40 years, this is the first inquiry in most students’ memories.
An organization focused on education and appreciation of agriculture across campus and in the U.S. was officially recognized at Northwest.