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Major Discovery
Major Discovery is an informative open house for you to learn more about specific majors, meet professors and students in those academic areas and learn how a Northwestern College bachelor's degree can equip you for your future career and for your life. Reserve your spot today!
March 18, 2010
3–7 p.m.
Do you have a passion for art? Are you interested in pursuing a career in art, graphic design, visual arts education or digital media arts? If so, Northwestern College may be the perfect place for you. Join us on Thursday, March 18 at 3 p.m. for Major Discovery: Art & Graphic Design, an informative open house and hands-on afternoon of viewing and making art. Major Discovery is a unique opportunity for you to meet faculty and current students and learn how Northwestern College can equip you for a rewarding academic and professional career. We will enjoy a light meal at 3 p.m., as well as hors d’ouvres at 6:00 as we take part in an opening reception and awards ceremony for the 16th Annual Juried Student Art Exhibit, which is opening in the school’s Denler Gallery that evening.
At this Major Discovery event, you will:
- Meet Northwestern College Art & Graphic Design professors
- Interact with current students
- View artwork that current Northwestern College students have made
- Find out how Northwestern integrates a Christ-centered, biblical worldview within the fields of Art & Graphic Design
- Take part in art-making seminars, such as getting hands-on experience in making a ceramic sculpture, screen-printing a t-shirt, learning digital art making software, and more
- Enjoy complimentary food and beverages
- Attend an opening reception, view the artwork on display, and take part in an awards ceremony
March 19, 2010
4:30–6:45p.m. Major Discovery Event Nazareth Hall, Blue Room - *ROOM AVAILABLE*
6:45 - 9:30 p.m. Field Trip to the Science Museum – *FULL*
We invite you to join us for dinner in the Blue Room. During the dinner Dr. Michael Wise will speak about the Dead Sea Scrolls, which contain the earliest known copies of the Old Testament scriptures, and many previously unknown writings from the Judaism of Jesus’ day! In 1996 Michael Wise, Martin Abegg, and Edward Cook published the most complete translation of the Dead Sea Scrolls ever written (2nd edition, 2005). Because of his expertise on the Scrolls, Dr. Wise was contacted by the Science Museum of Minnesota to help create the new exhibit mentioned above.
At this Major Discovery event, you will:
- Enjoy a meal with Biblical & Theological Studies faculty, students, and alumni
- Learn about enhancing your Biblical Studies degree with a minor in Ancient & Classical Languages or in History
- Hear firsthand about the Dead Sea Scrolls from an internationally recognized expert on the Scrolls who has helped to piece the texts together and publish them
- Explore "The Dead Sea Scrolls: Words that Changed the World," an exhibit at the Science Museum of Minnesota, with students and faculty in the Biblical & Theological Studies and History departments *Field Trip FULL*
March 27, 2010
8:30 a.m. –12:30 p.m.
Are you considering a future in business? Northwestern College may be the perfect place for you. You and your parents are invited to join us on March 27, 2010 for Major Discovery: Business, a hands-on opportunity to “experience” the business department and learn how Northwestern can uniquely equip you for your future career. The Northwestern business department is in the business of success. We’re recognized by exemplary students who enter careers in their chosen fields after graduation.
At this Major Discovery event, you will:
- Meet the business professors and current students in the department
- Participate in unique activities in different business fields including:
-Practical Management and Marketing
-Computer Systems
- Understand how NWC integrates a Christ-centered, biblical worldview with the business world
- Enjoy a student continental breakfast and lunch
Parents will:
- Meet the business faculty and discuss department majors
- Meet currently enrolled students and parents of business students
- Experience a creative lab exercise to sharpen PC skills
- Enjoy a parent continental breakfast and lunch
April 9, 2010
3:30 – 5:00 p.m.
Do you have a desire for serving God and to make a difference in the lives of others? Do you want to explore possible future ministry positions with children, youth, or adults in a local, urban, or global setting? Then Northwestern College and the Christian Ministries Department may be perfect for you!
Join us on Friday, April 9, 2010, at 3:30 p.m. for Major Discovery: Christian Ministries, an informative open house for students and their families.
At this Major Discovery event, you will:
- Meet Northwestern College Christian Ministries professors and staff.
- Interact with current students majoring in one of our seven Ministry Majors.
- Find out how Northwestern integrates a Christ-centered, biblical worldview with the field of Ministry.
- Find out how Northwestern helps you to discover if a Ministry Major is a good fit for you and your unique giftedness.
- Fine tune your passion and gifts for ministry within one of our seven Ministry Majors.
- Enjoy a pizza dinner
April 15, 2010
6–7:30 p.m.
Do you love speaking español? Are you fascinated by learning new languages and getting to know other cultures? Have you ever wanted to study abroad? If so, Northwestern College may be the perfect place for you!
The Department of World Languages offers a variety of language courses (including Chinese!), two majors (ESL Education & Spanish), and two minors (Spanish & TESOL). An integral part of our Spanish program is a semester of study abroad in beautiful Seville, Spain. Join us at 6pm on Thursday, April 15 for Major Discovery: World Languages.
At this Major Discovery event, you will:
- Meet Northwestern College professors in the Department of World Languages
- Interact with current students and graduates
- Hear about our active, student-led Spanish club and its activities
- Ask questions about the Semester in Spain Program
- Learn how we integrate a Christ-centered, biblical worldview in our programs
- Participate in fun language activities
- Enjoy a delicious Mexican taco salad and hot chocolate drink!
April 19, 2010
5:00pm
Do you have a passion for visual media? Are you interested in pursuing a career in film, television, or video production? If so, Northwestern College may be the perfect place for you!
Join us on Monday, April 19 at 5 p.m. for Major Discovery: Electronic Media Communication, an informative open house and evening of entertainment for students and their families. Major Discovery is a unique opportunity for you to meet faculty and current students and learn how Northwestern College can equip you for a rewarding academic and professional career. We will enjoy a pizza dinner and attend Northwestern’s annual Five16 Film Festival.
At this Major Discovery event, you will:
- Meet Northwestern College film professors
- Interact with current students majoring in Electronic Media Communication
- Learn about the filmmaking process from students featured in the festival
- Find out how Northwestern integrates a Christ-centered, biblical worldview with the field of electronic media
- Enjoy a pizza dinner with other students interested in film and television
- Attend Northwestern College's Five16 Film Festival
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