North Park University

10/21/2026

Looking forward to Homecoming this year? Don't miss out on one of our newest traditions! 🥏

Back for its second year, the ultimate frisbee alumni game brings current students and alumni together for friendly competition and real-world networking.

Just ask Abi Sensmeier BA ’26 and Justin Prevost-Schultz BS ’11, MBA ’18. What started as a shared passion for ultimate frisbee quickly turned into a professional connection, and ultimately, led to a full-time job offer for Abi following graduation!

Read more about Abi and Justin’s unique story and learn how to participate in this year's game below 👇

Join the fun at the North Park 2026 Homecoming Ultimate Frisbee Alumni Game and celebrate lasting friendships and community spirit.

10/19/2026

Different starting points. One place to call home. 💙💛

Happy ! Today and all week long, we’re celebrating every student who chose to complete their degree journey at North Park.

Navigating a new campus isn't always easy, but our transfer students show resilience and passion every step of the way. They bring unique experiences, perspectives, and ambition to our campus community, and we couldn't be prouder to be part of their story.

10/16/2026

North Park University invites the community to attend the fourth annual Ted Van Der Meid Lecture in American Politics, featuring alumnus Adam Phillips, MDiv ’06. 🇺🇸

His lecture, titled “America 250: A Call for Courageous Leadership for the Common Good,” will explore key themes from his upcoming book, Power: Leadership for the Common Good, where he argues that power should be “shared rather than hoarded and given rather than grasped.”

Event Details:
🗓️ Wednesday, October 28
⏰ 7:00–8:00 p.m.
📍 Anderson Chapel

Discover more details about the event and Phillips’s background here:

Attend the North Park fourth annual Van Der Meid Lecture with Adam Phillips addressing courage and leadership in American politics.

10/14/2026

10/14/2026

Last month, our North Park community put our mission of leading lives of significance and service into practice at our annual Service Day. 🌳🪏

Organized by University Ministries, students, faculty, staff, and alumni served across 13 sites in Chicago based on their interests, whether organizing donations at Brown Elephant in Andersonville, painting the gymnasium walls at North Park Covenant Church, or spending time with residents at Continental Nursing & Rehabilitation Center in Budlong Woods.

Read more about the importance of Service Day and look back at the incredible impact made that day: tinyurl.com/yshrh6dz

10/13/2026

Two perspectives, one Viking family. 💙💛

Whether it’s making memories at your first Homecoming or a long-awaited return home, join us for our 101st Homecoming Celebration on October 30–31! With this year’s theme, “Choose Your Own Adventure,” you have total freedom to build your perfect schedule.

Registration is now live, and tickets will be on sale until October 23. Students with a North Park ID and guests under the age of 17 can attend for FREE.

🗺️ Secure your spot and start planning your weekend here: tinyurl.com/3dys7jdd

10/12/2026

Conversations that lead to careers! 💼🌟

Last Thursday, our Career Development Office welcomed employers from all across the region for our Viking Career Fair. Our students had the chance to explore hands-on internships, learn about exciting job openings, and build professional networks.

10/11/2026

At North Park, nurturing our students' faith is a central part of our mission. Today, on Clergy Appreciation Day, we want to celebrate the incredible leaders who bring that mission to life every single day.

A huge thank you to our Campus Pastor and Athletic Chaplain, Rev. Dr. Terence Gadsden, and our CollegeLife and Spiritual Formation Coordinator, Peter Anderson, for always being there to uplift our community spiritually. 🙌 ✝️

10/09/2026

History, culture, and incredible music coming together! 🎭🎶

Join us on campus for the Omar Opera Insights panel discussion, hosted by the Lyric Opera of Chicago. This fascinating conversation explores Omar ibn Said’s rare 1831 Arabic autobiography of an enslaved man and its deep connections to West African music, Islamic traditions, and the roots of bluegrass.

Event Details:
🗓️ Saturday, October 17
⏰ 2:00 p.m.
📍 Anderson Chapel

This event is free and open to the entire community; you don’t need to be from North Park University to attend! While tickets are free, an advance reservation is required to save your seat.

Discover more details about the event here:

Join North Park University and the Lyric Opera of Chicago for the Omar Opera Insights Panel to discuss themes from the upcoming performance.

10/05/2026

Seeing our Vikings smile is kind of a big dill around here! 🤭🥒 Happy National ! 🫶

10/02/2026

Nothing quite like a rainy autumn day on campus to kick off October. 😌🌧️🍂

09/28/2026

Fair warning: do not watch this video on an empty stomach! 🫣

We asked our Vikings to share their favorite Hispanic/Latino dishes in honor of Hispanic Heritage Month, and their answers didn't disappoint. 🤤

09/23/2026

Even if campus doesn’t look like this yet, we are so ready to FALL in love again with these views! 🤭🧡

Happy fall season, everyone! 🍂

09/22/2026

North Park continues to rise above the ranks! 📈

U.S. News & World Report’s 2027 Best Colleges rankings were released today, with North Park earning recognition across four key categories:

🏅 #5 for Social Mobility in Regional Universities (Midwest)
🏅 #13 in Best Value — Regional Universities (Midwest)
🏅 #46 (tied) among Regional Universities (Midwest)
🏅 #36 (tied) in Top Private Schools — Regional Universities (Midwest)

This wouldn’t be possible without our incredible North Park community. 🫶 Read more about the categories and what this means for NPU here: tinyurl.com/vx2xpzd8

09/19/2026

Happy 135th Birthday, North Park! 🥳

From our beginnings as the Covenant School on September 19, 1891, to the vibrant campus we cherish today, NPU has been committed to education, community, and guiding students to lead lives of significance and service. 💙💛

09/14/2026

Ranked among the best in the nation. 🏆

North Park University has officially landed on Money Magazine’s 2026 Best Colleges in America roster! More than 700 top institutions nationwide were featured; we’re proud to be one of 31 in Illinois and one of only nine in Chicago.

Read more about our ranking here: tinyurl.com/ycyw7s8e