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We offer a quarterly webinar in which we catch up with an MNU legend – someone who invested 15 or more years in service to students and the university and is now retired.
Read about our new President and First Lady, Dr. Jon & Faith North; feature stories that demonstrate “Purposeful Lives Start Here”; Homecoming highlights; a brief recap of the Presidential Inauguration; and the latest news from our alums.
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If you are looking for a job or considering a pivot in your career, check out the MNU Office of Career & Workforce Development. You will have access to a great job board and other critical services.
More than half of the MNU workforce are alumni! Pioneers can be found at every level and in almost every office across campus. Live out your purpose here at MNU and help us serve past, present, and future generations of Pioneers.
We are invested in the growth and development of our alumni as professionals. We believe in helping alums “work in whatever you do with all your heart, as working for the Lord, rather than people” (Col. 3:23 NIV).
One of the most frequent questions we are asked is this: “How do I get my transcript?” Employers often request transcripts to see what courses you took and how you did in the classes that are relevant to the position for which you are applying. You can order a digital copy of your transcript or have it sent to a third party by clicking the button below. The cost is minimal, and the order is usually completed the same day as the order, if all information is entered correctly and there are no holds on your record.
The MNU Alumni Office is working with the Pioneer Store on campus to develop a line of products exclusively for alumni. This “Pioneer for Life” product line features apparel, drink ware, headgear, and much more (even stickers)! Check it out online and express your Pioneer Pride!
As alums prepare for Homecoming they often reach for their college yearbooks. If you lost or misplaced a copy or copies, you can replace them in one of two ways: If you or someone you know reside in the Kansas City area , stop by the Mabee Learning Commons and request your missing yearbook(s) free of charge.
Following are fun digital downloads to express your Pioneer Pride on your phone, tablet, or computer, as well as fun activities for future Pioneers:
Check out the latest news and updates on your classmates. Share what’s happening in your work and life. That’s what the Class Notes are about.
In 1992, during MNU’s 25-year anniversary, Dr. Jerry Nelson was commissioned to write the University’s alma mater song and set the lyrics to a familiar tune.
Get answers to your questions as an alum. We have compiled a list of the most frequently asked questions for your convenience.
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PhD; Organic Chemistry, Yale University
MS; Organic Chemistry, Yale University
BS; Chemistry, Denison University
Dr. Hodges began her career in higher education at Azusa Pacific University as a chemistry professor from 2008 to 2014. She then moved to MNU where she taught and in 2018 was appointed Chair of the Department of Natural, Health, and Mathematical Sciences. From 2022-2023, before accepting the Interim Vice President for Academic Affairs, Dr. Hodges was the Dean of the College of Arts and Sciences.
Dr. Hodges’ career research has focused on protein folding and protein engineering, and she has mentored over twenty students in these research projects. She has also furthered the MNU first-year experience program and chaired the General Education committee for five years. Dr. Hodges was recognized as the MNU Faculty of the Year in 2021.
Dr. Hodges lives in Olathe with her husband Ryan and two boys.