At Northland, we prepare you for pre-medical, pre-dental, pre-physical therapy, and pre-physician assistant, as well as for general graduate school admission—if you decide to postpone pre-professional school or pursue another career path. Our strength is in maintaining a high quality of instruction, but also in encouraging you to think critically…
…and the moral clarity of philosophy to explore our place on the planet and our responsibilities for its thriving,” said President Michael A. Miller. Moore has written nine books and in 2000 was awarded the Northland College Sigurd Olson Nature Writing Award for Holdfast: A Home in the Natural World,…
…climate change.” A moral philosopher, Moore has taught critical thinking and environmental ethics as distinguished professor of philosophy at Oregon State University. She has published philosophical books on forgiveness, Apache philosophy, conservationist Rachel Carson and critical thinking. Her book, Moral Ground: Ethical Action for a Planet in Peril, gathered testimony…
…such an artistic way before.” Kane-Rohloff’s passion for photography originates from the magic of walking into traditional darkroom in the seventh grade. What became a serious hobby has led her through various facets of the profession—studio and medical photography, audio-visual, and custom lab work. Beyond the 9-to-5, her greatest satisfaction…
Expect to go way beyond the periodic table with this major. You will get a broad scientific background that provides a solid foundation in chemistry, math, and physics. You will also get into the lab. You will be encouraged to take part in student-faculty collaborative research or to pursue an…
Religious studies will prepare you for most anything. This is an incredible opportunity to explore your most deeply held convictions with mentorship and support of your peers. You will engage in fundamental questions of human knowledge, morality, and faith utilizing an interdisciplinary approach that includes philosophy. This major attracts the…
…National Lakeshore, and Illinois Natural History Survey Wildlife Ecologist Max Allen. The research offers new insights into a phenomenon known as island biogeography, which generally states that larger habitats and habitats closer to other habitats will support a greater diversity of species, due to factors influencing immigration and extinction within…
This is your chance to explore the significance of gender—as well as other categories of identity—in social structures around the world. Gender and women’s studies at Northland is distinguished by its interdisciplinary nature. You will be taking courses in biology, philosophy, history, religion, sociology, sustainable community development, and outdoor education—all…
Inherent in music and art, philosophy and logic, and the social and natural sciences, mathematics is at the core of a liberal arts education. At Northland, you will explore the relationships between mathematics and these other disciplines, while also working collaboratively with the mathematics faculty to develop comprehensive skills in…
