Welcome from Dr. Mike Wanous, Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs
Northern's mission is to provide diverse academic, civic, social, and cultural opportunities that prepare students through the liberal arts, professional education, and E-learning for their future endeavors, while also enriching the local and regional community.
We accomplish our mission through pursuit of our guiding values of Community, Discovery, and Integrity.
OUR VALUES
community
Building a culture of inclusion, belonging and collegiality that respects diversity in culture, knowledge, and world view
discovery
Pursuing rigor and excellence in education, inquiry and engagement for the benefit of our students, state and region
integrity
Adhering to the highest standards of honesty, fairness and transparency with a commitment to responsible stewardship of resources
Learn more about Northern's Mission, Values, and Strategic Plan
Areas of Academic Affairs
Academic Affairs encompasses all academic programs as well as offices and key resources contributing to student success.
College of Arts and Sciences
School of Business
Millicent Atkins School of Education
School of Fine Arts
Beulah Williams Library
Center for Excellence in Teaching and Learning
Center for Public History and Civic Engagement
Center for Statewide E-learning
Empowering Innovators
Faculty Ombudsperson
First Year Seminar
Graduate Studies
Honors Program
Institutional Research
International Programs
Military & Veteran Affairs
Northern Academy
Northern Innovation and Startup Center
Online Learning and Continuing Education
Opportunity Center
Registrar
Rising Scholars Program
Student Success Center
Meet Our Academic Affairs Team
