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The Beacon, February 16, 2024, Beacon Staff
The Beacon, February 16, 2024, Beacon Staff
The Beacon, 2023-2024
A day in the life of Jodi Grant; Sunday nights are wing nights; Delightfully messy, slow paced album; "Undercooked" action film hits big screen; NEXT students' experiences performed; Remembrance and anticipation of Easter; The importance of clubs on NW's campus; Grant welcomes all who enter the theatre; Adulting 101 prepares students for post-college; Students enjoy wing night; Religious intolerance at NW; Our worship leaves some out; Fifth year student athletes dominating; Raider athletic band provides energy at games; Young student-athletes show great promise; Family Feud returns for a second year;
The Beacon, March 31, 2023, Beacon Staff
The Beacon, March 31, 2023, Beacon Staff
The Beacon, 2022-2023
Unsung Heroes: Sherry Lang; The best of NW campus pranks; Cyrus's artistry not an endless trip; Film depicts America's spiritual awakening; A celebration of a century of theatre; Annual dance concert shows students' creativity; Environment importance in April: Earth Month; Using teaching experiences to serve with NEXT; Students enjoy the places of Orange City; The lovely pranks of NW; Should Women Be Pastors?; Why Hockey is the Best Sport; Dykstra and Vandersall Lead NWC Athletics; NW and Mayhem in the Middle of March; Double Trouble and Single Swingle on the Court; Engaging illusion show wows audiences; Battle continues for bragging …
The Beacon, March 17, 2023, Beacon Staff
The Beacon, March 17, 2023, Beacon Staff
The Beacon, 2022-2023
Unsung Heroes: Sherri Langton; Women's History Month at NW; Paramore makes triumphant return; "Cocaine Bear" movie laced with let-downs; Spreading the gospel through theatre; NW concert band shares gift of music on tour; NW students have an opportunity to learn Latin; Langton embraces community in her role at NW; Whodunnit comes to Fern for a second year; Women's History Month; Reverse Amish Rumspringa; The Great Northwestern Rebrand; NW Cheer Team Ends on a High Note in GPAC; No. 17 Raiders Hot at Tucson Invitational; Raider Intermural Basketball Champions: Tun-A-Sub; TEDx at NW to spark hope through ideas; NW students serve …
The Beacon, February 3, 2023, Beacon Staff
The Beacon, February 3, 2023, Beacon Staff
The Beacon, 2022-2023
Unsung Heroes: Janelle Phinney; Celebrating Black History Month; An instrumental road trip with DeMarco; Artificially intelligent friendship fallout; Senior Spotlight: Emily Rozendaal; Longstanding festival honors young performers; Class of 2023 with unique college experience; NW Campus celebrates Black History Month; Raider Student Ambassadors appreciation; Phinney and the music dept.; RA's Responsibilities with Alcohol Off Campus; Elementary Education is the Best Major; Lind: NW Wrestler Rolling Opponents Over; Raider Cheer Team Working Towards Gains; Recent Basketball Wins Propelling Raiders to March; Book studies starting up on campus; NW community pitches in to help feed Hondurans
The Beacon, November 17, 2022, Beacon Staff
The Beacon, November 17, 2022, Beacon Staff
The Beacon, 2022-2023
The magical world of Disney at NW; Women in leadership club at NW; "Takin' it Back" to the self-respecting days; Styles still finding his way in the movie industry; A true artist with a paintbrush and bright smile; A deep undertone brought to life through humor; The chaotic history of Black Friday; When you wish upon a class at NW; International Education week at Northwestern; Women in Leadership; It's beginning to look a lot like Thanksgiving; The sea creatures that smile back; Midland meets Moser's milestone mayhem; Fall-ing in love with winter wrestling at NW; Cross country crew will yeet …
The Beacon, September 23, 2022, Beacon Staff
The Beacon, September 23, 2022, Beacon Staff
The Beacon, 2022-2023
Students reflect on summer research; Molly Faber joins NW as new professor; Legend's less than legendary new album; Much anticipated film that still fell flat in theaters; Artificial intelligence comes to black box theatre; A world famous master organist at Christ Chapel; Inspiring students and growing communities; Honor students share summer experiences; NW students served over the summer; Beating the Mental Health Stigma; "There Is No Parking Spots"; The New Bridge Center Athletic Liaison; Isaac Thurm: A NWC Graduate Assistant; Freshman Emily Haverdink: Cross Country Whiz; Deeply Ngaging in the conversation; Bridge Center: Building a bridge across campus
The Beacon, February 11, 2022, The Beacon Staff
The Beacon, February 11, 2022, The Beacon Staff
The Beacon, 2021-2022
NW students return from Romania; The future of Kepp Hall; Flettwood Mac’s album turns 45 this month; Girl-power not enough to offset forgettable story; Days at the beach brought to you in Christ Chapel; Shining a light on a theater expert with a servant heart; Unsung Heroes: music adjunct faculty; Hubbard’s sabbatical in the Bahamas; Why Americans call it soccer; Why diversity offices matter; Campus Quotes; Spotlight: Kennedy Kramer garners GPAC honors; NW wrestling takes action in meet at Sioux City; NW men’s and women’s tennis begin seasons; NW celebrates diversity in health; Super Bowl set for this Sunday in …
The Beacon, November 19, 2021, The Beacon Staff
The Beacon, November 19, 2021, The Beacon Staff
The Beacon, 2021-2022
“Stand Up For Your Sister” comes to campus; NW students double as camp counselors; Swift baring her relationship soul for fans; The bigger the name, the bigger the fail; A blossoming performer showcases her talents; Van Ravenswaay: a versatile and talented NW musician; History in The Beacon archives; An anticipated Thanksgiving break; The match to end all matches; Forget geese, let’s talk penguins; Hot Takes: Which Taylor Swift album is the best and why?; Marker and Wiersma race their way to nationals; Raider basketball dominate in Pizza Ranch Classic; A new season begins for the NW wrestling team; Northwestern introduces …
The Beacon, November 12, 2021, The Beacon Staff
The Beacon, November 12, 2021, The Beacon Staff
The Beacon, 2021-2022
Resident directors add dogs to campus; Sophomores experience first “normal” year; Houndmouth leaves their listeners hopeful; Obscure comics brought to the big screen at last; Dordt prof has a soft spot for NW art department; Heritage and Jazz present an effervescent performance; Improv group brings laughs to NW; Empowerment groups offer more; The undeserving black sheep; Providence, history, and nuance; Hot Takes: Which fast food fries are the best and why?; Raiders men’s soccer the team to beat; Three Raiders get All-Conference honors in XC GPAC meet; Raiders football fall in rivalry match against Morningside; I-Club hosts annual Coffee House; …
The Beacon, October 22, 2021, The Beacon Staff
The Beacon, October 22, 2021, The Beacon Staff
The Beacon, 2021-2022
Student activities sees new changes; Book clubs provide fresh perspectives; An out-of-this world experience for Coldplay; Depth and character for the beloved secret agent; Bold brass spanning their careers and genres; Talented jack of all trades within the music department; Putting policies to action: I.D.E.A.; Little orange booklet goes digital; The fundamental issue with men’s soccer; Wear a mask when you are sick; Hot Takes: Is a hotdog a sandwich? Why or why not?; Raiders make new program record for yards; Raiders Volleyball tops Mount Marty in straight sets; NW women’s soccer loses to Dordt with late goal; Northwestern offers …
The Beacon, October 1, 2021, The Beacon Staff
The Beacon, October 1, 2021, The Beacon Staff
The Beacon, 2021-2022
Brad’s Breads introducing gelato; Colenbrander Hall welomes new RD; Taylor Swift reclaims her name; Funny and action packed, something for everyone; Music comes back in full force this fall; Anna Boyles: athlete, servant and musician; Learning Commons services available; Campus vaccination comparably low; Harry Styles has been right all along; In defense of reformed pacifism; Hot Takes: Is cereal a soup?; NW in momentum game dominates Dordt; After stellar game, Cade Moser receives GPAC honors; Men’s and Women’s tennis afforded fun opportunity; NW students go to Black Hills; Leadership Program
The Beacon, September 24, 2021, The Beacon Staff
The Beacon, September 24, 2021, The Beacon Staff
The Beacon, 2021-2022
Stegenga Hall celebrates 25 years; Scooter’s set to open in the fall; Emotional journey through listeners’ pasts; A new success for the seemingly unstoppable Marvel; Delve deeper past the superficial top layer of life; Charlotte’s Web: a children’s welcome back to theater; Scholarship luncheon returns; New artist in residence: Dr. Flynn; The Bible embraces difference; Do not homeschool your kids; Hot Takes: Which Skittle flavor is best and why?; NW men’s soccer bests Briar Cliff for first time since 2018; NW football dominates Doane in homecoming game; Women’s soccer drops homecoming game against Briar Cliff; Dedication of Vogel Welcome Center; …
The Beacon, September 10, 2021, The Beacon Staff
The Beacon, September 10, 2021, The Beacon Staff
The Beacon, 2021-2022
Psychology gains married professors; Imagine Dragons without an identity; The coveter of spots has been redressed; Barker honoring 9/11 with September Bears; Connell to mentor future NW band members; Draayer directs Intercultural Department; Students spent summer serving in Haiti; Northwestern and the vaccine; Christians and conditional love; Hot Takes: How do you eat your string cheese?; Women’s basketball welcomes new head coach; Raiders defeat Broncos in home football opener; Raiders soccer hosts Pizza Ranch Classic home opener; New semester brings more normalcy; Campus IJM chapter
The Beacon, January 29, 2021, The Beacon Staff
The Beacon, January 29, 2021, The Beacon Staff
The Beacon, 2020-2021
DeYounge launches tough topic in chapel; Unsung Heroes: Rahn Franklin; Zayn Malik's new album falls short; Hanks delivers a powerful performance; Great harmony found in human biology; Losses remembered as family is strengthened; The dating culture across NW campus; Transfers are loving NW experience; The wasps deserve to be saved too; Art, and your grandma's figurines; Women's soccer welcomes new head coach; NW Track and Field starts off strong; Raiders Cheer and Dance team's first competition; Biden takes office as next President; Spring COVID-19 cases
The Beacon, November 6, 2020, The Beacon Staff
The Beacon, November 6, 2020, The Beacon Staff
The Beacon, 2020-2021
Unsung Heroes: Kris Korver; Busy life of an academic advisor; Movie expresses thoughts of cultural differences; Goo Goo Dolls impress with new Christmas album; "Jabberwocky" tour set to take the "stage"; Symphonic Band to perform Christ's return; Nearly 100 years of VPH history; Opportunities in your career field; Corona and the new era; Are you enough for God?; NW signs a seven-year deal with Nike; Raiders take on Midland University Warriors; NW Raider soccer takes on Doane University Tigers; Human trafficking awareness on campus; Early snowfall covered Orange City
The Beacon, March 22, 2019, Beacon Staff
The Beacon, March 22, 2019, Beacon Staff
The Beacon, 2018-2019
Unsung heroes of NWC: Randy VanPeursem; NW dancer heads to London; Movie based on true WWE story; Hozier releases "Wasteland, Baby!"; Lauren Weber showing art exhibit; DME performing "Sioux Center Sudan"; Two resident directors say goodbye; Two NW students enjoy Spain life; Anti-vaxers are threatening global health; Females are strong, too; Women's Basketball wins in spectacular fashion; NW track place competitively at nationals; Men's golf starts season with a win; Iowa and Nebraska experience record-setting floods; Senior music majors and minors perform recitals
The Beacon, February 22, 2019, Beacon Staff
The Beacon, February 22, 2019, Beacon Staff
The Beacon, 2018-2019
Unsung heroes of NWC: Andrew Van Ommeren; Students share Phonathon experiences; Movie blasts rom-com sterotypes; Florida Georgia Line releases new album; Vander Berg showing art exhibit; Brandon Leake to speak in chapel; NW senior's soccer business thrives; You can help the zero waste effort; Racism in small communities; Camera persuades audience; NW track strong at conference; Baseball splits four game series in Missouri; Softball season begins down south; Haiti SSP trip relocated to join Mexico team; Northwestern Band tour headed to Spain
The Beacon, February 15, 2019, Beacon Staff
The Beacon, February 15, 2019, Beacon Staff
The Beacon, 2018-2019
Political experiences aid in classroom; Six women expected to run for 2020 presidency; Movie showcases Victorian period; Mumford and Sons release new album; NW celebrates Black History Month; ASL club has arrived on NW campus; Seasonal Affective Disorder affects millions; Trump pulls U.S. from Cold War era treaty; Productivity: Forrest Gump style; Pennies don't make cents; NW wins by decisions and pins; Men's basketball prevail in final seconds; Women continue win steak in GPAC play; First Raider Soiree Jazz Dance; Annual RUSH performance on weekend
The Beacon, February 1, 2019, Beacon Staff
The Beacon, February 1, 2019, Beacon Staff
The Beacon, 2018-2019
Handshake offers many opportunities; Show features new method for organizing; Movie expresses human despair; James Blake releases fourth album; Deep Song Reading: Chris Hoke; OC public library to host craft night; North men savor doughnut tradition; Japanese students explore campus; Social media kills relationships; We all scream for ice cream; NW track finishes in top at BVU; Tigers prove too much for the Raiders; New bowling club has GPAC dreams; International Club hosts annual cultural fair; Super Bowl party to take place on campus
The Beacon, November 30, 2018, Beacon Staff
The Beacon, November 30, 2018, Beacon Staff
The Beacon, 2018-2019
Professors as parents: the scoop; Students remember beloved barista; One movie connects two franchises; Imagine Dragons releases 4th album; Christmas Vespers this weekend; Class provides experience in directing; Religion department changes name; SSP fundraising: getting creative; Profs should attend chapel; NW invites all to Vespers; Women fight on in tournament; Basketball takes close win from Dordt; NW men beat Dordt with no time to spare; Christmas fun to happen on campus; Nything Goes in chapel next week
The Beacon, November 9, 2018, Beacon Staff
The Beacon, November 9, 2018, Beacon Staff
The Beacon, 2018-2019
Senior soccer girls say goodbye; OC Pride a controversial topic in town; Actors express incredible talent; Tori Kelly goes gospel in new album; "The Crucible" opens this weekend; I-Club Coffee House coming soon; Real world experience in classroom; Futures Program connects students; Influenza and flu shots are back in season; Dorm life becomes family; NW presents "The Crucible"; Successful weekend for women's basketball; Raider volleyball heads to championship; Kevin Cloud to speak in chapel; Campus Ministries to host new retreat
The Beacon, November 2, 2018, Beacon Staff
The Beacon, November 2, 2018, Beacon Staff
The Beacon, 2018-2019
Student breaks men's scoring record; Prof's story a testament to God's grace; "First Man" soars high in box office; Kurt Vile releases album "Bottle It In"; Downtown Community Connection; Apocalyptic Vision hits Northwestern; Fostering community through prayer; Genesis House provides support; Make your vote count on Tuesday: it's easy!; English classes help all; Lukewarm about chapel; Raider defense strong despite loss; Looking ahead in Raider basketball; One-day livestream on campus; NCDC moves from spring to fall semester
The Beacon, September 28, 2018, Beacon Staff
The Beacon, September 28, 2018, Beacon Staff
The Beacon, 2018-2019
Feeling unsafe in Iowa's safest city; Students love Town Square atmosphere; "Life Itself" not perfect but ok; Saying farewell to well-known singer; "Junie B. Jones is Not a Crook"; Benjamin Pratt's work on display in gallery; Dads descend on Dordt College; NW laundry service, "unfolded"; Post-P&W Hub rush; Kavanaugh allegations; Men's golf shoots best of season; Raider soccer strong in week's games; Three MLB teams hope for spot in playoff; Science center opens today; Spread school spirit at Morning on the Green
The Beacon, September 21, 2018, Beacon Staff
The Beacon, September 21, 2018, Beacon Staff
The Beacon, 2018-2019
Pumpkinland tradition carries on; Freshman golfer plays in Symetra Tour; The 80s want their sequel back; Carrie Underwood's releases "Cry Pretty"; DME presents "Sioux Center Sudan"; Saint John's Bible shares images; Not your average physics professor; NW business dept. expands offerings; Eatable app changes dining experience; Who will you vote for?; Exceeding expectations; Raider volleyball splits week's matches; NW downs tough Marymount team; NW to host worship conference; Sidewalk Prophets coming to campus
The Beacon, September 14, 2018, Beacon Staff
The Beacon, September 14, 2018, Beacon Staff
The Beacon, 2018-2019
Sisters share more than just clothes; Creative Dining helps campus thrive; "Crazy Rich Asians" a hit in theaters; Ariana Grande's relatable new album; Summer sequels lookback; Summer of 2018 "Wyoming Sessions"; New relaxation room eases anxiety; New faculty starts at Northwestern; New food, happy students; Updated ID system; Raiders blast GPAC opener; Raiders JV soccer pick up first win of season; Big win for black and gold on Saturday; DeWitt LC undergoes changes; Annual fall retreat sees new location
The Beacon, September 8, 2017, Beacon Staff
The Beacon, September 8, 2017, Beacon Staff
The Beacon, 2017-2018
Coly, Hospers welcome new RDs; Athletic band to debut; Dunkirk tells riveting war story; Lorde stands out with second album; A new look for an Old Factory; Highlighting hits of the summer; Prisoner turned pastor to speak; Freedom of choice for gluten-free; Team leaders welcome freshmen; Foreign conflict simplified; Do We Care Too Much?; Raiders dominate Bulldog Bash; Offense overwhelms; Raider women role on pitch; Grab yer boots for the hoedown; Refresh at SD retreat