
Called to restore hope: Glo’s journey to ministry through psychology
From an early age, Glorymar “Glo” Mendez-Perez had a heart for helping others. She recalls a story her mother loves to tell—one that, in hindsight,

Psychology and The Church: Frenemies or Partners? Insights from Dr. Andy Schuttinga
I don’t care to admit how long ago this was, but I was visiting my Aunt and Uncle’s church in Indiana as a young undergraduate

NCU Ranked #9 in Social Mobility by U.S. News
North Central University (NCU) has been ranked #9 in the Top Performers on Social Mobility category in the Midwest Regional Universities by U.S. News &

Meet Demetrius Chester: NCU’s New Guest Professor in Business Communications
North Central University is excited to introduce Demetrius Chester as the newest Guest Professor in the Business program, where he will be teaching Business Communications.

Introducing Dr. Jeffrey Leighton: NCU’s New Guest Professor and Director of the Neuroscience Laboratory
North Central University is thrilled to welcome Dr. Jeffrey Leighton, a distinguished scholar in the field of cognitive psychology, as the new Guest Professor and

NCU Welcomes George Arroyo Jr. as New Director of Athletics
North Central University is delighted to announce the appointment of George Arroyo Jr. as our new Director of Athletics, effective August 1st. With a robust
MN AG Appoints NCU Alum Phil Johnson ’11 as New District Youth Director
Recently, the Minnesota Assemblies of God appointed Phil Johnson, a North Central University (NCU) alumnus from the class of 2011, as the new District Youth

Introducing a New Episode from The Network of Women Ministers Podcast: Campus Edition – Featuring NCU
The latest addition to The Network of Women Ministers: Campus Edition podcast series features North Central University and brings together NWM representative Kristie Kerr and

Exploring Career Paths with a Psychology Degree: Insights from Dr. Schuttinga
In my 17 plus years of teaching psychology, I’ve heard the following phrase and question hundreds of times: “What can a person do with a

Welcoming Beth Brown: NCU’s New Dean of Students
North Central University is thrilled to announce Beth Brown, MSW, LICSW, as NCU’s new Dean of Students! With a wealth of experience in social work

NCU Awarded Lilly Grant to Establish Preaching Institute for City Transformation
Minneapolis, MN – North Central University is thrilled to announce that it has been awarded a grant of $1.25 million over the next five years

Journey of Faith: John and Anita Koeshall’s Missionary Legacy
In the heart of every great mission lies a story of faith, perseverance, and divine guidance. Such is the tale of John Koeshall ’69 and

Embracing Change: Honoring Departures and Welcoming New Opportunities on Campus
As we navigate the ever-evolving landscape of academia, we often find ourselves bidding farewell to cherished colleagues who have contributed immensely to our community. While

Creating a lasting legacy through endowed scholarships
When Rev. Ortwin Hanson passed away in 2001, his family wanted to find a way to continue the impact he had created in his 88

Black History Month: A Month to Celebrate, Learn, Recognize, and Reflect
Every February, our nation commemorates Black History Month, a time to reflect on and celebrate the achievements of Black individuals that have shaped our nation’s

DIVERSITY IN COMMUNITY SCHOLARSHIP
North Central University Unity in Diversity Scholarship Announcement In commemoration of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day, North Central University proudly unveils the Unity in

NCU 2023: A Year of Celebration and Transformation
As we bid farewell to an extraordinary year, filled with joy, challenges, and triumph, let’s take a moment to reflect on the memorable moments that

Joy to the World: A Christmas Reflection on Making Room, Being Made Right, and Ruled by Jesus
Inspired by a message given during chapel by Dr. Doug Graham, Interim President As we gather on this festive occasion, just before Christmas, let’s delve

Supporting Anti-trafficking efforts through The BIG Search
In the heart of Minneapolis on Aug. 22-26, North Central University served as the command center for The BIG Search. Powered by the dedication of

Faithfully forward: Centenarian reflects on North Central and life
In 1940, two girls from rural Montana got on a train heading to Minneapolis for an adventure they would remember fondly for the rest of

Welcome Interim Vice President Kate Ketterling!
We are delighted to share that Kate Ketterling has been appointed as the Interim Vice President of HR & Operations and will be rejoining the