NWU Families Blog

NWU Families Blog

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By Erin Hoffman

Faculty talking to a student via Zoom
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By CJ Venable

Your student belongs at Nebraska Wesleyan University, from their first advising meeting to the moment they walk the stage at commencement as an NWU graduate. Then they’ll go on belonging here as alumni. 

Student at commencement high five mascot
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by Nate Ehmke

Congratulations to the parents, families, and loved ones of the Nebraska Wesleyan University class of 2026! Commencement is a joyful milestone not only for our graduates, but also for those who have supported them throughout their journey. We are honored to celebrate this achievement with you. 

Students participate in NWU's poverty simulation in February of 2026.
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by Chris Basnett

Unless you’ve lived in poverty, it’s nearly impossible to understand the day-to-day challenges that come with it.

And while a simulation inside Nebraska Wesleyan University’s Knight Fieldhouse can’t replicate what happens in real life, it still gives NWU students a stark look at the issues many families in poverty face every day.

Dates to Remember:

May 14-June 5
New Student Registration

June 5 or 8
New Student Orientation

June 15
Housing preference form updates and roommate requests due

June 15
Housing-related ADA accommodation requests due

July 15
Medical and immunization history reports due

August 4
Fall semester bills due

August 19
Move-in day

August 19-23
Prairie Wolves Welcome

August 24
First day of classes