北帕克杂志 Winter 2024

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This edition of the North Parker celebrates our strong history and the significant opportunity we have as a Christian, 城市大学, centered in the world-class city of 芝加哥.

Meet the 教师: A Professor Who Knows All Politics Is Local

Jon Peterson stresses the importance of learning about government even if students never plan to run for office.

Meet the Staff: A Vision for North Park’s Place in 芝加哥

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

神学院 Spotlight: A Heart for Prison Ministry

When Michelle Dodson BA ’02 was asked if she could see herself teaching in a prison, a light bulb went off in her head.

Student Spotlight: Forging Local Connections

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

Viking Strong: 芝加哥 Connection, Viking Ambition

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

甜蜜之家芝加哥

40多年前, North Park chose to stay in the city, a decision that helped define its identity and mission.

公民精神

校友 Jamey Lundblad BA ’95, Andrea Kersten,文学学士, and Daniel La Spata BA ’03 have put their passion toward helping their fellow 芝加哥ans.

Nurturing Future Leaders

North Parkers who have had internships prove they aren’t merely about gaining job experience but are about becoming leaders who will go on to make positive changes in 芝加哥 and beyond.

校友聚光灯

North Park alumni reflect on the value they received from their education and its practical impact.

Honors: North Park Recognizes Outstanding 校友

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

Snapshot: Homecoming 2023

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

Giving: Alumna Reflects on Her Lifelong Giving to North Park

Mary Benson Palmer BA ’68 reflects on her lifelong giving to North Park.

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This photo also reminds us that there is more to 芝加哥 than the grand skyscrapers of downtown, and that smaller neighborhoods like North Park also comprise the character of the city.