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The Classic, Winter 2009-2010, Public Relations Dec 2009

The Classic, Winter 2009-2010, Public Relations

The Classic, 2000-2009

Zwemer View: A Mission to Live By; In Box; Eight Is Enough; Break for Missions; Crack Coders; Tough Decisions; Winning Hymn; Wrapped in Warmth; Of Course: Connected; Extreme Singing; Prof Appointments; Major Excellence; On the Road; To New Orleans With Love; Alumni Director Search; Vocation Connection; Face Value: Sara Sybesma Tolsma; Red Zone; First Dance; 1000 Words: Home Sweet Home; Free to Be: Students with disabilities thrive at Northwestern; Raider Romance; Honored: Four receive distinguished alumni awards: Darlene (De Beer '52) Vander Aarde, Jean (Tallman '75) and Drew Vogel '72, Randy Oostra '77; Red Weekend; Class Notes; New Arrivals; Marriages; …


The Classic, Summer 2009, Public Relations Jul 2009

The Classic, Summer 2009, Public Relations

The Classic, 2000-2009

Zwemer View: The Community of Christ; In Box; Servant Scientist; Green Generation; On Board; Summer Lovin'; The Class of 2009; Of Course: Brain Camp; Money for Medicine; Top Teacher; Program makes the grade; Purposeful; Healthy Report; Lab Time; Chief Fundraiser; Bravo!; Face Value: Pam Vlieger; 1000 Words: Passport; Green Plea: An Interview with J. Matthew Sleeth, M.D.; Committed Servants: Carl Vandermeulen and John Greller end their long tenures at Northwestern; Cipher Success: Student computer programmers crack code and earn trans-Atlantic trip to world finals; Unsung Heroes: Students are the focus for a maintenance staff that keeps Northwestern running; Changing Tracks: …


The Classic, Spring 2009, Public Relations Apr 2009

The Classic, Spring 2009, Public Relations

The Classic, 2000-2009

Zwemer View: Hope in Uncertain Times; In Box; Service Honor Roll; Strategic Thinking; A Summer Abroad; Stage Success; Bid Up; Of Course: Work Force; Bye, Bear; Research Awards; Rockin' Summer; And the Winner is...; A-List; Face Value: Tim Huffman; Tour de Force; Reel Gold; 1000 Words: Splash; Red Zone; Don't Tell My Ma; Land of Opportunity; Sacrificing for the American Dream; Road to Understanding; Road Trip!; Red Ties; Class Notes; New Arrivals; Marriages; Teen Mentor; A Generous Life; Preaching Peace; Classic Thoughts: New Home; Be Counted; Spring Service


The Classic, Fall 2008, Public Relations Oct 2008

The Classic, Fall 2008, Public Relations

The Classic, 2000-2009

Zwemer View: Capitol Gains; In Box; Rockin' the Rankings; Safe and Secure; Real to Reel; New at Northwestern; Double Play; Of Course: Getting Out the Vote; On Board; Face Value: Gary Jeltema; No Butts; Number Crunch; Sprucing Up; RSC Design Award Winning; New in the Classroom: Kathy Coyle, Julie Dragstra, Dr. Ranjan George, Ray Gibler, Ethan Koerner, Valerie Stokes '93, Maria Van Der Maaten '05; 1000 Words: Sweet; Movin' On: New students talk about missing mom, forgetting necessities and more; Blown Away: Relief comes to student's family after Parkersburg tornado; Faith in the Voting Booth; Talking Politics; Working for Americans; …


The Classic, Summer 2008, Public Relations Jul 2008

The Classic, Summer 2008, Public Relations

The Classic, 2000-2009

Zwemer View: Significant Place; In Box; One-of-a-Kind Minister; Research Fellowship; Space to Study Place; New Administrative Roles; Following a Trend; Mission Mentors; Top Teacher; A Job Well Done; Distinguished Service; Honored Historian; A Summer of Service; Award-Winning Marketing; Hunger Hero; Dorm Deliberations; Of Course: Headstones 'n' Headcounts; Faculty Research; Red Zone; Face Value: Denise Sneller; Decades of Service; Award-winning student supporters Patti Thayer and Dick Van Holland retire; Minding Place: Northwestern cancels classes, closes offices and opens its doors for the college's first Day of Learning in Community; Plains Talk: An interview with Kathleen Norris; Solstice; 1000 Words: Orientation; Summer …


The Classic, Spring 2008, Public Relations Apr 2008

The Classic, Spring 2008, Public Relations

The Classic, 2000-2009

Zwemer View: First Impressions; In Box; Giant Drama; Body of Knowledge; Recommended; World Travelers; A Mother's Confession; On the Road; Paving the Way; Award-Winning PR; Dramatic Wins; Of Course: You've Got Personality; Imagine This; The Write Stuff; Joyful Noise; Helping Hands; On a Roll; Auction Action; 1000 Words: NAIA Division II Champs!; Red Zone; Face Value: Mark Vellinga; Path to a Presidency; Fun Run Afowl; Veiled: Northwestern alum among those helping women in Afghanistan; Iron Man: Dave Kuhnau conquers deserts on four continents; The Man Who Set the Standard; Red Ties; Class Notes; New Arrivals; Marriages; Deaths; Sound Design; Good …


The Classic, Winter 2007-2008, Public Relations Dec 2007

The Classic, Winter 2007-2008, Public Relations

The Classic, 2000-2009

A Leader Remembered; Inbox; No Easy Answers; Faith and Friendship; On Board; Writing Hope; Blue-Ribbon Collaboration; 'Tis the Season for Giving; So Long, Farewell; One Man's Art; Food for the World; Missions-Minded; Faith and Family: A Q&A with the children of Northwestern's Parents of the Year; Fall Sports; Face Value: Karen Barker; Of Course: Sick Feelings; Looking Back: The Christmas Gift; Pop Quiz; Photo Essay: Way to Celebrate!; Distinguished: Three alumni honored at Homecoming: Marty Guthmiller '82, Don Van Etten '54, Dave Hulsart '91; New Horizon: Students learn about sustainable community development in post-communist Romania; In the Line of Fire: …


The Classic, Fall 2007, Public Relations Oct 2007

The Classic, Fall 2007, Public Relations

The Classic, 2000-2009

President's Report: 125 Years of His Stories; Northwestern names ninth president; Northwestern moves up in rankings; Inbox; Fishing for hope; Enrollment second highest; Student's music video featured at festival; New staff bring intercultural and mission experience; New & improved; Nine join NWC faculty: Dr. Thomas Bogue, Deb Bomgaars, Arnold Carlson, Karissa Carlson '03, Dr. Luke Dahn, Andrea Donahoe, Ann VanderKooi Minnick '88, Michell Van Wyhe, Linda Ver Steeg; Of Course: Hollywood and the Meaning of Life; Photo essay: What a RUSH!; Face Value: Roger Ewoldt; Bible Study; Murphy's Laws for Leading; A Timeline of Northwestern College History; 125 Years in …


The Classic, Summer 2007, Public Relations Jul 2007

The Classic, Summer 2007, Public Relations

The Classic, 2000-2009

President's Report: After 125 Years, an Even More Promising Future; Letters to the Editor; Service with a smile; Move-in day; Four join board; Summer in the lab; Presidential search progress; A plan for learning; Van Den Broek to lead alumni; Acting out the Bible; Strategic thinking; Musician to perform in Ireland; Brandt named conference AD of year; New roles in Center for Spiritual Formation; Photo Essay: Commence; A Different Mission Field: Rick Clark's classes feature award-winning teaching, bold faith, and a passion for Spanish; Looking Back: A Northwestern Tragedy; Hot Reads; Summer Love: SOS alumni share stories of the season …


The Classic, Spring 2007, Public Relations Apr 2007

The Classic, Spring 2007, Public Relations

The Classic, 2000-2009

President's Report: Joy in the Struggle; Students continue rebuilding efforts in Gulf Coast; SIFE project finalist in business plan competition; Former obstetrics unit births new nursing program; Vocare influence felt across students' NWC experience; Northwestern develops Romanian study program; Former Playhouse site to be garden of tulips; Students to study in China and Russia this summer; Hofland retires from mailroom career; Performers represent Northwestern on spring tours; Theatre major selected to compete in nations's captial; Northwestern theatre tours overseas; Auction helps build scholarship funds; Grad wins prestigious fellowship; Northwestern to offer new communications majors; SIFE team begins microfinancing program in …


The Classic, Winter 2006-2007, Public Relations Dec 2006

The Classic, Winter 2006-2007, Public Relations

The Classic, 2000-2009

President's Report: Can We Talk? Conversations of Consequence; Presidential search under way; Northwestern announces tuition guarantee; NWC honored for hurricane relief; Programmers place first in local competition; Koene named certified court interpreter; Business students learn from alumni; Three join board; Fine arts departments present premieres; The Brotherhood of Heemstra; Once Upon a Time: Homecoming 2006; Learning From Life: Theatre professor Jeff Barker, who integrates living and teaching, is the 2006 Iowa Professor of the Year; Face Value: ReNae Van Voorst; Achievers: Four receive distinguished alumni awards: Paul Colenbrander '41, '43, Ellen (Bunger '71) Errington, Beverly (Gaalswyk '68) and Merlyn De …


The Classic, Fall 2006, Public Relations Oct 2006

The Classic, Fall 2006, Public Relations

The Classic, 2000-2009

President's Report: The Love of the Game; Enrollment sets new school record; Murphy announces plans to retire; NWC hires interim dean, alumni director; Business department receives accreditation; Northwestern again ranked among nation's best; Work under way on RSC renovation; Webcasts available; Eight join NWC faculty: Carol Braaksma, Derek Brower '89, Dr. Daniela Cambetas, Dr. Diana Gonzalez, Elizabeth Heeg-Truesdell '01, Dr. Paul Savariappan, Tom Truesdell '01, Ryan Zonnefeld; Next-Generation Raiders; Portage: The Journey Begins; Of Course: Code of Ethics; Face Value: Jeff Taylor; Unforgettable: The most memorable games in De Valois Stadium; Raider runners-up; Full House, Full Hearts; The World at …


The Classic, Summer 2006, Public Relations Jul 2006

The Classic, Summer 2006, Public Relations

The Classic, 2000-2009

President's Report: Northwestern's greatest asset; Northwestern receives reaccreditation; De Jong appointed VP; Lilly Endowment renewal grant awarded to NWC; Development office undergoes name change; Northwestern receives grant for research on antiparasitic drugs; Dean of spiritual formation leaves; Mailbag; Students participate in summer research programs; Thayer receives staff recognition award; De Valois Stadium gets a makeover; Actuarial program receives advanced classification; Woudstra leaves alumni office; Assistant to the resident retires; Northwestern appoints Jeff Barker to endowed professorship; Faculty awarded research grants; Alumnus hired for new fund-raising position; Realizing a Dream: Renovation will restore activity and energy to aging Rowenhorst Student Center; …


The Classic, Spring 2006, Public Relations Apr 2006

The Classic, Spring 2006, Public Relations

The Classic, 2000-2009

President's Report: Rx for a unique nursing program; Northwestern featured at Christian college forum; Guidebook recommends NWC programs; Students present biological research; NWC names Forgette associate academic dean; Northwestern theatre tours new Sudan drama; Koerselman joins board; Wooldridge receives summer research grant; Season of Justice adopted as national program; Nursing program accepting students; Auction raises $38.000; Theatre students excel at regional competition; Students to study abroad this summer; Visual identity system earns district award; Students' vocation exploration takes them off campus; Faculty/staff news; Students serve over spring break; Of Course: Believing in the Supreme Court?; Hooked on Religion; Jump!; In …


The Classic, Winter 2005-2006, Public Relations Dec 2005

The Classic, Winter 2005-2006, Public Relations

The Classic, 2000-2009

President's Report: Growing by Going - and by Staying; NWC receives positive feedback from accreditation visit; Board affirms plans for learning commons; Alum honored during Christian Higher Education Month; Admissions website ranked among nation's best; Northwestern wins award from Chamber of Commerce; More honors fro theatre building; Programming team wins at regional site; Faculty/staff news; Neuroscience is new career concentration; Model Mom: Widowed mom inspires twin daughters; The Two Lives of Jacob Khol; Meant to Be a Teacher; A Monument to Learning: Northwestern's planned learning commons will replace outdated, cramped library; Of Course: Seeing Through Other Eyes; Eye of the …


The Classic, Fall 2005, Public Relations Oct 2005

The Classic, Fall 2005, Public Relations

The Classic, 2000-2009

President's Report: A New Way to Do College?; NWC enrolls second largest class of freshmen; Smallbones selected for endowed professorship; NWC ranked 20th by U.S. News; Chapel, student residences receive summer improvements; New visual identity introduced; Nine bring skills to NWC faculty: Laurie Daily, Mark De Ruyter '94, Dr. Heather Josselyn-Cranson, Amy McCann, Kristin McDonald, Dr. Jerry Nachtwey, Phil Scorza, Dr. Rod Spidahl, Dr. Ruth Dankanich Daumer; Faculty/staff news; De Jong joins development staff; Princeton Review recognizes Northwestern; Estate gift benefits college, church, community; Alum joins board; Theatre building wins another award; Northwestern responds to Hurricane Katrina; Face Value: …


The Classic, Summer 2005, Public Relations Jul 2005

The Classic, Summer 2005, Public Relations

The Classic, 2000-2009

President's Report: Committee Community; Theatre facility wins architectural award; Actuarial courses approved to meet professional standard; Northwestern hires Daumer to build nursing program; Van Peursem joins board; Remembering a pioneer; Sociology students' scores soar; Westenberg receives staff award; Board votes to continue planning for learning commons project; Athletic training program receives accreditation; NWC welcomes new vice presidents; SIFE team finishes among top 40 nationally; Vocation exploration continues through summer; Faculty/staff news; Faculty awarded mini-grants for summer research; Students selected for competitive summer programs; History student wins award for essay; Athletic training student wins scholarship; Face Value: Barbara Turnwall; Outside the …


The Classic, Spring 2005, Public Relations Apr 2005

The Classic, Spring 2005, Public Relations

The Classic, 2000-2009

President's Report: An invitation to dream; Guidebook recommends NWC programs; Northwestern selects architect for learning commons; Northwestern group studies in Oman; 9/11 play to tour again; Video wins awards; Touring groups perform; Student presents research at mathematical conference; Romania and Mexico destinations for summer study; Gala Auction hits grand slam; Faculty/staff news; Staff and students travel, explore; Marketing students honored; Students serve around the world; Northwestern accepted into Lilly Fellows program; Snieder honored by USA Today; Student profile: A Life of Harmony; Alumni profile: Ricoblog; Faculty profile: Willing to Help: Psychology professor takes time to care; Alumni profile: Confronting …


The Classic, Winter 2004-2005, Public Relations Dec 2004

The Classic, Winter 2004-2005, Public Relations

The Classic, 2000-2009

Re-storied worship; Alumni return to campus to speak and learn; Northwestern theatre retells The Odyssey as romantic comedy; English instructor receives state teaching honor; Band performs concerto premiere; NWC looks for ways to increase ethnic diversity and address racism; State reaccredits teacher education program; Faculty/staff news; Face value: Diane Westenberg; Book invites readers to encounter Christ: Keeping Company with Jesus: Reflections on Gospel Stories by Dr. Jackie Smallbones; Book review: Listening anew; Staying the Course: Dan Johnston learns perseverance and service from Northwestern’s Parents of the Year; Campus calendar; Asi es su Vida (A Way of LIfe): Faculty profile Piet …


The Classic, Fall 2004, Public Relations Oct 2004

The Classic, Fall 2004, Public Relations

The Classic, 2000-2009

No magic wand; Mailbag; Theatres named for beloved professors; U.S. News ranks NWC 19th; Six join board; Projects spruce up campus; Nine join faculty; NWC records fourth largest enrollment; Faculty/staff news; Students’ praise earns Princeton Review honor; Staff appointed to new roles; Freshmen continue Northwestern legacy; We’re All Brothers Here: Alumni profile The Wolfswinkels; Tales of Summer: Students, faculty and staff tell what they do when school's out; Alumni corner; Deaths; New arrivals; Marriages; Alumni news; Bleil and Svoboda coach at major college level; Schneider makes impact through serving; A Tour de France of their own; Prayer corner; Not your …


The Classic, Summer 2004, Public Relations Jul 2004

The Classic, Summer 2004, Public Relations

The Classic, 2000-2009

Northwestern’s Reformed identity; NCATE reaccredits education program; NWC hosts foreign language conference; Board approves planning for new learning commons; Brogan selected for endowed professorship; County Extension honors Northwestern; Self-study first step in reaccreditation process; Students participate in summer research programs; Readership survey results positive; Dean of students accepts California position; Career Development Center to discard old credential files; Faculty/staff news; Faculty awarded mini-grants for summer research; Vandermeulen receives competitive research grant; Lilly Grant funds semester in Lithuania for Burch; In Mozart's Steps: A cappella choir performs in eastern Europe; Juggling Life: Student profile Daniel Berntston; From Pulpit to Lectern: Faculty …


The Classic, Spring 2004, Public Relations Apr 2004

The Classic, Spring 2004, Public Relations

The Classic, 2000-2009

Soulful Excellence, Faculty appointed to interim leadership roles; Recruiting publications win top honor; NWC participates in short-term missions standards effort; Theatre’s summer tour includes performance at Crystal Cathedral; Students perform in honor band; Tuition plan receives award; Business department offers human resource option; Sociology seniors’ scores soar; Performing groups tour; Faculty lead summer study abroad trips; Vocare activities are a compass for students seeking their place; Students serve over spring break; New major added in computer information systems; NWC photographs receive recognition; Faculty/staff news; Students study off campus; Guidebook recommends NWC programs; Auction donations are second highest; Recipe for Community: …


The Classic, Winter 2003-2004, Public Relations Dec 2003

The Classic, Winter 2003-2004, Public Relations

The Classic, 2000-2009

The seven distinctives of Northwestern; Choir to tour in Europe; Planning for new library begins; Reviewers give education department thumbs up; Students attend jury trial; Curtain rises for new theatre; 9/11 drama opens Northwestern's new theatre; Group assists Guatemalan children; Experts speak to Kin audience; Sophomore elected city councilman; Koster closes file on 19 years of service; Academic dean resigns; Faculty/staff news; Teaching Trust: Smits model faith in the face of adversity: Parents of the Year; A Reformed Mennonite: Faculty profile Mike Yoder; A Savory Legacy: Prof impacts students in classroom and kitchen: Alumni profile Virg Muilenburg; Deep-Sea Adventure: Alumni …


The Classic, Fall 2003, Public Relations Oct 2003

The Classic, Fall 2003, Public Relations

The Classic, 2000-2009

Northwestern's hedgehog concept; Construction projects near completion; NWC announces changes in administrative structure; Northwestern moves up in U.S. News rankings; Theatre facility named in honor of DeWitts; Northwestern participates in national tuition program; Enrollment third largest; Two in new athletic roles; Planned giving notes: Seven ways to remember Northwestern; New faculty come to NWC; New administrators on board; Freshman continue NWC legacy; Faculty/staff news; Photo essay: Teddy tour: DME presents 9/11 play; Rooted wanderer: Student profile Jeannine Lovas; Setting his sights: Student profile Mick Snieder; Soul doctor: Alumni profile Harry Tysen '70; The Hollywood connection: Faculty profile John Paul; Lilly …


The Classic, Summer 2003, Public Relations Jul 2003

The Classic, Summer 2003, Public Relations

The Classic, 2000-2009

Global Awareness; Northwestern participates in Iowa Private College week; Projects make good progress; Musician chosen for International Youth Wind Orchestra; Board approves restructuring; North Hall to be renamed in honor of Stegenga; SIFE advances to nationals for third year; Faculty pursue summer scholarship; Students study abroad; Students work at Sante Fe Opera; Academic program adopts divisional structure; Students win awards at Model Arab League; Thompson receives first staff award; Globally at Home; A Perfect Score: Student profile Jill Peterson; World Minded: Faculty profile Piet Koene; The Quotable Mulder: Faculty profile Dave Mulder; Connecting: Alumni profile Dave Hughes '86; Women's Auxiliary: …


The Classic, Spring 2003, Public Relations Apr 2003

The Classic, Spring 2003, Public Relations

The Classic, 2000-2009

Vocation: Finding Your Place in God’s World; Theatre facility receives $200,000 in federal funding; Barkers earntheatre recognition; VanOort named chaplain; Building projects on target; Auction brings in second best total; Programs recommended by national guidebook; DME debuts September 11 play; Students study off campus; New programs attract design students; Faculty/staff news; 240 serve over spring break; Dartmouth archivist to direct library; Students advance to state finals in business plan competition; Vocare: Find Your Place: Lilly Grant; College-Church Covenant; Funding Difference: The Lilly Endowment; Minister of Calling; Job One; Listen Up; Hearing the Call; Artful Worship; It’s a Small World, After …


The Classic, Fall 2002, Public Relations Oct 2002

The Classic, Fall 2002, Public Relations

The Classic, 2000-2009

President's Report: How firm a foundation; Students indicate satisfaction; New faculty bring wealth of experience to NWC: Karen Acker, Jan Carrell, Dr. Clyde Vollmers, Dr. Sean Cordry, Dr. Robert Hubbard, Michael Reed, Kimberly Rylaarsdam, Rod Sissel, Dan Young, Dr. Ted Eilders, Jolynn Tonsfeldt, Kevin Bullis, Danyale (Temple '96) Tamminga, Nontando Hadebe; Barker wins playwriting award; College explores study abroad options in South Africa; Theatre project on schedule; Couch appointed to lead institutional research; Faculty/staff news; Summer Institute serves dozen; Auditorium time capsule opened; Library receives enhancements; Burch to coordinate service learning efforts; Multicultural affairs programs revamped; Administrators in new roles; …


The Classic, Winter 2001 - 2002, Public Relations Dec 2001

The Classic, Winter 2001 - 2002, Public Relations

The Classic, 2000-2009

President's Report: Gathering on the Green; Northwestern initiates new actuarial science major; Student called to active duty; Largest gift in NWC history funds scholarships; $5 million raised for theatre; Faculty/staff news; New home for international programs and foreign language department; Fall Sports; De Boer receives Barnabas Award; Rooted in Service; A Far Out Educator; A Helping Hand; Alum dies in tragedy; Rising to the Challenge; Great is Thy Faithfulness; Luncheon celebrates God's provision; A ringing endorsement; Education for Wisdom; Hung with care; A New Stage: Homecoming 2001; Giving Back to the Land; A Gift Named John; The Story of Isaac; …


The Classic, Fall 2001, Public Relations Oct 2001

The Classic, Fall 2001, Public Relations

The Classic, 2000-2009

President's Report: Fertile ground for dreams; Beukelman named vice president; New faculty bring wealth of experience to NWC: Jamey Durham, Dr. Laura Furlong, Jan Kircher, Randall Law, Brian Lee, Melanie Mason '97; NWC again named best value; Track gets a new look; Faculty/staff news; Three new coaches appointed; Staffers promoted: Eric Anderson, Kim Case, Lori Couch, Jill Erickson '96, Jeff Guthmiller '88, John David Paul, Lila Sybesma '81, Mike Wallinga '01, Wayne Westenberg '79; Twenty attend Summer Institute; Athletes perform overseas; Phones switch to new prefix; Maintenance department moves into new headquarters; Enrollment sets new school record; Students enjoy amenitites …


The Classic, Spring 2001, Public Relations Apr 2001

The Classic, Spring 2001, Public Relations

The Classic, 2000-2009

President's Report: A plan in hand; NWC to offer endorsement for teaching ESL; Interns gain practical experience; Nine programs recommended by guidebook; Auction proceeds set record; Wielenga promoted to new position; Performing groups tour; Spanish chapel offers new alternative; Drama troupe plans second summer tour; SIFE emphasizes practical application; Faculty/staff news; Students earn recognition at theatre competition; Students serve over spring break; Singers perform Iowa premiere; The Murphy era begins: Looking for God's surprises; Family ties; Love at first sight; A defining moment in Vietnam; The Prexy experiment; Northwestern's First Lady Di; Sci Fi, Saigon and the Sexes; A Sweet …