The student development office serves as a key reference point for information and resources. In addition, student development seeks to provide student-oriented services, support, and opportunities for involvement through orientation, leadership development, service learning, and mentoring.
Deans provide counsel, information, and guidance to students.
In addition, the deans serve as resource persons for the College community in matters related to student needs and concerns, college policies and procedures, accountability and support. The student development staff is made up of the dean of student development, dean of residence life, associate dean of student life, associate dean of commuter life and transition, five resident directors, office personnel, and student center receptionist. The Health Service is an additional component of the student development services Northwestern provides. Orientation New student orientation is provided prior to fall and spring semesters for all new students. It is a priority of Northwestern College to provide personalized information for students as they enter the College, along with support services that assist students to have a positive experience as they transition into the College environment.