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The UNWavering Podcast
Co-hosted by Monte Abeler (’12) and Cassie Plantage (’07) of the UNW Alumni Office, The UNWavering Podcast brings you fun, thoughtful conversations with the people who shape University of Northwestern – St. Paul. No matter how you're connected to Northwestern—alum, student, parent, staff, faculty, or friend—this podcast is created to keep you connected to the heart of the UNW community. Join us as we highlight the people, the purpose, and the pulse of Northwestern.
Episodes
45 episodes
Revival Ready | Dayton Dodge '01
Dayton Dodge joins the podcast for a conversation on what it means to be Revival Ready. Dayton currently serves as the Assistant Director of Worship Arts and Spiritual Formation programs at the University of Northwestern – St. Paul. He has 20+ ...
Compete with Purpose | Dr. Matt Hill '89
Dr. Matt Hill, Director of Athletics at the University of Northwestern, joins the podcast for a conversation on competing with purpose. Matt is a 1989 Northwestern grad himself, and he's now entering his 27th year leading UNW Athletics — a tenu...
God's Word is Alive | Dr. Robin Bell
Dr. Robin Bell wraps up our three-part series on what it really means to have an unwavering love for God's Word. Dr. Bell serves on the faculty at the University of Northwestern – St. Paul, where he teaches and mentors students with a passion f...
God's Word is Foundational | Dr. Michael Wise
Dr. Michael Wise, Scholar-in-Residence at the University of Northwestern – St. Paul and an internationally recognized scholar of ancient Judaism and the Dead Sea Scrolls, continues our three-part series on what it really means to have an unwave...
God's Word is Rich | Anna Rask Emison '11
UNW Professor Anna Rask Emison joins to kick off a three-part series exploring what it really means to have an unwavering love for God's Word. In this first conversation, Anna dives into the richness of Scripture—exploring the original language...
Centrality of God's Word | Dr. Corbin Hoornbeek
Dr. Corbin Hoornbeek, President of University of Northwestern and Northwestern Media, kicks off Season 3 with a conversation on the year ahead. He shares his excitement for the new school year, an exciting update on Phase I of the Amplify the G...
Alumni Spotlights (Season 2 Finale) | Monte & Cassie
This episode is all about YOU! You’ll hear a recap of Season 2, many alumni spotlights, and a preview of Season 3. Hear how God is at work through UNW grads in your community and around the world. From music and law to ministry and biology, UNW...
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Checking in on the Classical Christian Honors College | Dr. Ryan Griffith
Dr. Ryan Griffith, Dean and Associate Professor of the Classical Christian Honors College (CCHC), joins to share an update on the program’s first year. From engaging deeply with meaningful books to serving the community together, the CCHC equip...
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A Campus to Call Home | Kyle Peach
Kyle Peach, Director of Traditional Undergraduate Admissions, joins to talk about finding the right college fit—and why experiencing campus firsthand matters. Kyle encourages students to visit UNW to truly get a feel for what makes it unique. H...
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Leaving a Lasting Legacy | Tim Grosz
Coach Tim Grosz has led University of Northwestern’s Men’s Basketball team for 26 years. As he steps into a new opportunity in northern Colorado, we celebrate his next chapter while reflecting on a legacy that will be deeply missed.Join ...
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Let Your Light Shine | Ann Sorenson
What does it look like to pursue Christ and your craft—especially when failure is part of the process? Join as we sit down with Ann Sorenson, Chair of the Department of Media Arts and Professor of Film, to talk about the power of being still, f...
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Innovation with a Mission | Dr. Siu-Yue Tam
What happens when innovation is rooted in faith and driven by purpose? Dr. Siu-Yue Tam, Associate Professor of Engineering and Director of the Northwestern Center for Innovation & Research (NCIR), shares what it means to rely on God in and ...
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Becoming By Beholding | Chris Asmus '14
Chris Asmus, UNW’s Campus Pastor, joins us this week to talk about Jesus, his church ministry, and the gift of getting to pour into students every week at chapel. Chris invites you to behold the real Jesus. He isn’t distant or theoretical, but ...
God Moved in Ways We Didn’t Expect | Elliana Norton & Joel Amancharla
During spring break, a group of Northwestern students partnered with OneChild and traveled to Nicaragua on a missions trip to serve kids. God worked in ways they did not expect.In this episode, hear fr...
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Day of Prayer & Service - Join Us!
Since the 1990s, the Northwestern community has gathered on-campus in the spring for a dedicated Day of Prayer & Service—a long‑standing tradition when students, staff & faculty pause their regular schedules and spend the day praying, s...
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All In, All Yours | Heidi Lee Anderson ’10
Heidi Lee Anderson (’10) joins us to share her journey. She is an author, speaker, and cancer survivor. Hear as Heidi talks about how God met her in every season and what shaped the heart behind her new book, “All In, All Yours.”Her new ...
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How Northwestern Media Is Amplifying the Gospel | Jason Sharp
This week, we’re joined by Jason Sharp, Senior VP for Media at Northwestern Media, as he shares his personal journey in radio and faith—and how God has shaped his calling in Christian broadcasting. Jason gives us a look inside Northwestern Medi...
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Running Toward What Matters | Patrick Fitzgerald
Patrick Fitzgerald is UNW’s Head Coach for Men’s and Women’s Cross Country and Track and Field teams. In this episode, he shares his vision for a God-honoring athletic program that both challenges and motivates athletes to be their personal bes...
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Academic Success Begins with Discipleship | Dr. Dalene Fisher
Get to know UNW’s new Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs, Dr. Dalene Fisher. At the center of her vision is the belief that academic success starts with discipleship.Dr. Fisher oversees the university’s academic mission, ens...
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From the Tractor to International Airwaves | Wayne Pederson
Never in his wildest dreams did Wayne Pederson imagine he would one day be involved with an international radio broadcasting ministry. In this episode, you'll hear Wayne's remarkable life story—from hosting a make-believe radio show on a tracto...
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A Heart to Serve | Matt Swigart ‘01
At the heart of UNW Tennis is a passion to serve—both on and off the court. In this episode, Matt Swigart, Head Coach of the Men’s and Women’s Tennis teams at Northwestern, shares how he leads the team with a mission that’s deeper than just win...
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How Phones Shape Our Relationships | Professor Laura Watkins
Cell phones are shaping the way we connect—but are they negatively effecting the depth of our closest relationships? Professor Laura Watkins, Instructor of Communication at Northwestern, joins to talk about how our phone habits influence everyt...
Mission Drives Momentum | President Dr. Corbin Hoornbeek
Mission drives momentum! Here at Northwestern, everything we do begins with our mission (it's our economic engine!). If we do our mission really well, we can expect some positive outcomes.Northwestern’s president, Dr. Corbin Hoornbeek, s...
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Proclaiming the Transforming Presence of Jesus | Peter Reid '84
Our guest is Peter Reid, a 1984 graduate of Northwestern and the current General Director of Torchbearers International, an international missions fellows...
Living Joyfully | Mardy Rodriguez – Custodial Services Manager
We are wrapping up Season #1 with a joy-filled conversation with Mardy Rodriguez, the Custodial Services Manager at University of Northwestern – St. Paul. Mardy lives every day with joy and a passion for reaching more people for Jesus.He...
