2012 News Archive

Alumni entering the University for the 2013 fall semester may be eligible for grants of 20 percent of their tuition costs. - Read More...

The North Park University community mourns the loss Jimmie Alford, North Park alumnus, faculty member, leader, and mentor to many in the nonprofit community. - Read More...

The Chemistry Department continues its progress toward ACS certification with the acquisition of a significant instrument to enhance student laboratory experiences. - Read More...

President Parkyn addressed graduates, their relatives, and friends at the University's 2012 Winter Commencement convocation. - Read More...

North Park University's appearance along Foster Avenue is about to be upgraded significantly, with more improvements planned for next spring. - Read More...

The University hosts its annual Sankta Lucia pageant, a traditional Scandinavian Advent celebration, Saturday, December 8. - Read More...

A representative of the U.S. Department of Education visited North Park University and hosted a conversation with students about the future of the teaching profession. - Read More...

North Park University's popular "Festival of Lessons and Carols," Sunday, December 2, features about 200 musicians. - Read More...

Richard Becker provided a suite in his wife's memory for the University's Nursing Simulation Lab Facility. Read about Richard and Janice Becker, and how the suite serves student nurses and patients. - Read More...

The University board of trustees met in late October in conjunction with the Johnson Center groundbreaking. Trustees welcomed new members, heard an enrollment update, and considered other matters. - Read More...

North Park welcomes a Cambridge University theologian to present the annual Zarley Lecture series. - Read More...

The annual Student Diversity Leadership Conference drew more than 700 people to the Chicago campus as North Park University continued its mission to educate leaders for the important work of diversity. - Read More...

Shadae Gatlin, a Chicago native, is North Park University's Student Laureate for this academic year. Shadae was honored in ceremonies in Springfield November 3. - Read More...

North Park University's Jimmie Alford offered some valuable advice to leaders of nonprofit organizations at the University's Oct. 30 Breakfast Series event. - Read More...

Alumnus Dr. G. Timothy Johnson was interviewed by WTTW's Chicago Tonight host on the subject of health care reform. North Park recently broke ground on a new science and community life center named in honor of Johnson and his wife, Nancy. - Read More...

North Park University celebrated groundbreaking for the new Nancy and G. Timothy Johnson Center for Science and Community Life Oct. 26. - Read More...

Dr. James Bruckner, professor of Old Testament at North Park Theological Seminary, will present from his latest book, Health Human Life: A Biblical Witness. - Read More...

North Park University welcomed hundreds of alumni for Homecoming 2012 activities Oct. 8-14. - Read More...

G. Timothy and Nancy Johnson will join the University on October 26 to break ground for the 101,000-square-foot Johnson Center for Science and Community Life, named in their honor. The afternoon will include a community festival as well as a formal groundbreaking ceremony. - Read More...

The University hosted several visitors from a national conference in Chicago who came to tour the Nursing Simulation Lab Facility. - Read More...

North Park University will have a significant presence at the Oct. 7 Bank of America Chicago Marathon. Students, faculty, staff, alumni and physicians with the University's Athletic Training Educational Program will be working at the finish line. - Read More...

Dr. Julia Davids will lead the University Choir and Chamber Singers in "A Choral Celebration," October 19-21, throughout northern Illinois. - Read More...

The Chicago Better Government Association presented its Lifetime Achievement Award to Jimmie Alford, SBNM executive-in-residence, and founder and chair of The Alford Group. - Read More...

The University hosted the first Chicago Cultural Expo September 21, a treat for students, faculty, and staff who learned more about diversity and culture in Chicago. - Read More...

North Park University faculty and staff were recognized for outstanding achievements in the past year at the annual University Convocation. - Read More...

The Seminary is hosting two significant events this month to enrich theological understanding and enhance spiritual life. - Read More...

North Park Theological Seminary welcomed its new dean, Rev. Dr. Dave Kersten, and new and returning students at it annual Fall Convocation. - Read More...

The University joins in the national celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month in September. - Read More...

North Park University moved up in the 2012 rankings to a tie for 49th in the Midwest. - Read More...

North Park Theological Seminary holds its annual Convocation Sept. 16, which includes the installation ceremony for the Seminary's new dean, Rev. Dr. David W. Kersten. The University will provide a live webcast of the event. - Read More...

Four senior North Park University students will join about 60 students from the United States, Canada, and Sweden at a conference in Karlstad, Sweden, Sept. 11-16, focusing on the roles of cultural organizations, entrepreneurship, and future-oriented research. - Read More...

The University will host four prominent speakers for its annual public Campus Theme Lecture Series for 2012–2013. This year's speakers will address the question, "What is nature?" - Read More...

North Park University will open its 121st year when classes begin Aug. 27. University President Dr. David Parkyn delivered his State of the university address to faculty and staff Aug. 21. - Read More...

North Park University welcomed new full-time faculty and staff to the University as the 2012-2013 academic year began. - Read More...

Several notable improvements were made to existing North Park University facilities in preparation for the 2012–2013 academic year. - Read More...

The University's School of Adult Learning is now offering an undergraduate nonprofit management degree that can be earned entirely online. - Read More...

Illinois Campus Compact awarded North Park University a grant to help the University expand existing outreach programs and lay the groundwork for a civic engagement center. - Read More...

New nonprofit executive leaders participated in BootCamp 2012, a popular continuing education program of North Park University's Axelson Center for Nonprofit Management. - Read More...

Images broadcast on video screens at the London Olympics will be powered with software designed by a company co-owned by Greg Dolezal, a North Park University graduate. - Read More...

University graduate Rebecca Miller, who earned a Fulbright scholarship to teach English in Indonesia, reflects on her Fulbright experience and how it has affected her future plans. - Read More...

The University congratulates Mike Holmgren on his induction into the Green Bay Packers Hall of Fame. Holmgren and his family are longtime supporters and advocates for North Park University. - Read More...

Michelle Wells, a 2012 graduate from Monroe, Wash., joins two other University women as a Fulbright scholarship recipient. - Read More...

Two North Park University professors each spent one month in China this summer teaching university business students and professors. - Read More...

American Studies students come from all over the world to be immersed in Chicago, getting a taste of U.S. culture, customs, and language. - Read More...

Preparation for the Johnson Center construction site has included the demolition of campus apartments and the relocation of trees from a temporary nursery area on campus. - Read More...

North Park University has improved its six graduate dual-degree programs that combine theological instruction with business and nonprofit education. - Read More...

The School of Adult Learning offers the flexibility and programs that working fathers are looking for as they complete a bachelor's degree. Hear from three students about their experiences returning to the classroom at North Park University. - Read More...

More than 500 nonprofit leaders and volunteers met in Chicago on June 5 to learn new and effective business strategies. - Read More...

The School of Nursing's new master's curriculum will prepare nurses to care for an aging population. - Read More...

The University's board of trustees has confirmed construction of the Nancy and G. Timothy Johnson Center for Science and Community Life, with a formal groundbreaking to be held in October. - Read More...

North Park University concluded the 2011–2012 academic year by awarding degrees May 12 to 434 graduates at the University's Spring Commencement ceremonies. - Read More...

Adina Kaplan and Felicia Patton are mothers of young children, experiencing the challenges of balancing family and student responsibilities. Focusing on their goals has kept them going. - Read More...

More than 500 nonprofit leaders are expected to attend the 13th Annual Axelson Center Symposium for Nonprofit Professionals and Volunteers, June 4-5 in Chicago. - Read More...

North Park presented its 2012 Multicultural Awards to students, faculty, staff, and community partners in recognition of their commitments to diversity, cultural advocacy, and justice. - Read More...

The U.S. Fulbright Program awarded overseas teaching opportunities to two women from the North Park University community this spring. - Read More...

North Park University will become the second university in Illinois to offer a multifaceted Master of Arts degree in Literacy, Language, and Culture beginning with the fall semester, 2012. - Read More...

About 100 future North Park students and their families attended a day-long event to learn about academic programs and meet faculty and staff. - Read More...

North Park honored outstanding seniors for excellence in academic achievement, service, and leadership at the University's annual Honors Convocation. - Read More...

North Park theatre students will take their skills off campus starting in late April to perform an original adaptation of Swedish playwright August Strindberg's To Damascus in a Chicago storefront space. - Read More...

North Park freshman, Marcus Crone, was named a winner of the Disney Memory Maker contest on 'Good Morning America' April 9. - Read More...

Dr. Scot McKnight, Karl A. Olsson Professor in Religious Studies, was a guest at President Obama's annual Easter breakfast. - Read More...

A group representing North Park University's School of Business and Nonprofit Management visited China this month to observe its rapidly growing economy. - Read More...

North Park University is among 642 U.S. colleges and universities named to the 2012 President's Higher Education Community Service Honor Roll, which highlights the value of community service. - Read More...

Over 900 people attended North Park Justice Summit and Chicago Reload this past weekend, a conference where attendees learned about Christian faith and justice. - Read More...

This month, North Park Theological Seminary announced a new financial aid program for students that will provide aid to even more students, as well as a more flexible framework. - Read More...

Zipcar, a national company that makes it possible for qualified drivers to rent cars for short-term use, now has a car located on the North Park's campus available to Zipcar members. - Read More...

Suzanne Thorin, 1963 North Park graduate, has been nominated to the National Museum and Library Services Board. Thorin is dean of libraries and university librarian at Syracuse University. - Read More...

Viewers throughout the U.S. and beyond will be able to watch well-known speakers such as Cornel West and Jim Wallis live as they present at the North Park Justice Summit and Chicago Reload, March 23-24. - Read More...

North Park is adding a microwave synthesis system to its chemistry curriculum that will allow students to heat chemical compounds more efficiently, and shorten the time required for laboratory experiments. - Read More...

Shanna Horner O'Hea will appear on a popular Food Network show, Chopped. O'Hea is a 1994 graduate of the University and owns the Kennebunk (Maine) Inn and Academe, with her husband, Brian. - Read More...

North Park University senior, Crystal Buffington, started her own nonprofit organization to promote intercultural learning opportunities for school-age children. - Read More...

Outreach magazine named Dr. Scot McKnight’s book, The King Jesus Gospel: The Original Good News Revisited as "Resource of the Year" in the evangelism category. - Read More...

Prominent speakers such as Dr. Cornel West and the Rev. Jim Wallis, a variety of workshops, and networking are featured components of North Park's justice conference next month. - Read More...

Significant progress has been made toward the goal of initiating construction on a new $42 million Science and Community Life Building at North Park University. Fundraising continues to be a "top priority." - Read More...

The 45-member North Park University Choir will tour and perform in New England locations March 10-12 with the theme "Towards a Peaceable Kingdom: Songs of Faith, Inspiration, and Community." - Read More...

Faculty with North Park's School of Business and Nonprofit Management say Chicago will experience both advantages and disadvantages of the NATO/G8 summits, which Chicago will host in May. - Read More...

The North Park board of trustees nominated the Rev. Dr. David W. Kersten as dean of North Park Theological Seminary. Following approval of the Evangelical Covenant Church, he will begin Aug. 1. - Read More...

The Seminary is accepting applications for a new graduate certificate program in Urban Ministry designed for Christian ministers and lay leaders who want to learn more about effective urban ministry. - Read More...

The Justice Summit and Chicago Reload will feature speakers addressing how to engage in ministries of justice, compassion and mercy from varied perspectives and contexts. - Read More...

President Dr. David L. Parkyn this week began a three-year term as one of 48 members of the board of directors of the National Association of Independent Colleges and Universities (NAICU). - Read More...

North Park welcomes Dr. Daniel White Hodge as director of the Center for Youth Ministry Studies. Dr. Hodges brings 18 years of urban youth experience to his new role. - Read More...

North Park University remembered the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Jan. 16 with a special worship and service day event which challenged students to 'find the strength to love.' - Read More...

North Park physicist Dr. Johnny Lin is chairing a national meeting devoted to Python, a computer programming language he uses in his teaching and research work. - Read More...

Amy Russell, a 2010 North Park graduate, will start a two-year, 7,000-mile journey across Africa to raise funds for clean water projects to help reduce extreme poverty, with a fundraising goal of $8 million. - Read More...

The International Assembly for Collegiate Business Education (IACBE) has reaffirmed its accreditation of degree programs in the School of Business and Nonprofit Management. - Read More...