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A Civic Spirit

Alumni Jamey Lundblad BA ’95, Andrea Kersten BA ’01, and Daniel La Spata BA ’03 have put their passion toward helping their fellow Chicagoans.

By Scott Baltic BA ’74

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Sweet Home Chicago

More than 40 years ago, North Park chose to stay in the city, defining its identity and mission.

Ellen Almer BA ’94

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Nurturing Future Leaders

North Parkers who have had internships prove they aren’t merely about gaining job experience.

Kaprice Dal Cerro BA ’15

First Word

First Word

On a beautiful August afternoon, the 2023 Threshold opening convocation welcomed more than 560 …

Meet the Faculty

A Professor Who Knows All Politics is Local

One of the best things about teaching at North Park, according to Professor Jon Peterson, is …

Seminary Spotlight

A Heart for Prison Ministry

When Michelle Dodson BA ’02 was asked by former seminary Dean David Kersten if she could see …

Viking Strong

Chicago Connection, Viking Ambition

Two student-athletes and an assistant coach share their experiences and how their teams connect with Chicago.

Alumni Spotlight

The Problem-Solver and Mentor

Aaron Olson BA ’96 has always loved solving complex problems and helping others, which he credits …

Alumni Spotlight

The Business-Minded Athlete

Lorena Soria BA ’21 considers herself lucky to work for one of Chicago’s most prominent family-owned …

  • Meet the Staff

    A Vision for North Park’s Place in Chicago

    August 1, 2025

    Assistant Vice President for Civic Engagement Rich Kohng reflects on the Catalyst program and the new Center for Civic Engagement.

  • Student Spotlight

    Forging Local Connections

    August 1, 2025

    From Holmgren Athletic Complex to Wilson Hall, students at the university’s governing body span nearly all ages and majors.

  • Honors

    North Park Recognizes Outstanding Alumni

    August 1, 2025

    North Park honors alumni from the academy, university, and seminary.

  • Snapshot

    Homecoming 2023

    August 1, 2025

    A collection of photos from this year’s Homecoming celebration.

  • Giving

    Alumna Reflects on Her Lifelong Giving to North Park

    August 1, 2025

    Mary Benson Palmer BA ’68 always felt connected to the Evangelical Covenant Church (ECC), even when moving around as a child. “We didn’t always live in …

  • FROM THE ARCHIVES

    From the Archives

    August 1, 2025

    There is more to Chicago than the grand skyscrapers of downtown, and smaller neighborhoods like North Park also comprise the character of the city.

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