A Caring Welcome: Introducing MNU’s New First Lady, Faith NorthÂ
When Faith (Palmer ’92) North stepped onto MidAmerica Nazarene University’s campus as a student in the late 1980s, she couldn’t have imagined that one day she would return as the university’s First Lady. Yet the path that began with her own college experience—deep friendships, personal and spiritual growth, and preparation for a career in nursing—has come full circle.
Following the Light: Dr. Brady Braatz’s Journey of Purpose
Dr. Brady Braatz, MNU chaplain, is leading students toward more purposeful lives.
Rachel Marlow’s Purposeful Journey from Student to Kansas Teacher of the Year
Each time Rachel Marlow (MEd ’15) enters her music classroom at Central Elementary in Olathe, she brings not only instruments and lesson plans but also a vibrant commitment to inclusion, compassion, and purpose.
Purpose Beyond Position
When Dr. Nancy Damron (’95, MEd ’98) first stepped onto MidAmerica Nazarene University’s campus, she wasn’t sure what she was searching for.
Breaking Cycles, Building Futures: Justin Pickens Inspires Future Educators
When Justin Pickens (’10) stood before 300 high school students considering a career in education, he shared a message profoundly personal and powerfully hopeful.
MidAmerica Nazarene to Inaugurate Dr. Jon D. North as its Sixth President Nov. 18
MidAmerica Nazarene University is proud to announce the inauguration of Dr. Jon D. North as the sixth president in the university’s 59-year history.
A Purpose-Driven Path to Justice
Andrew Speicher (’98) lives out MNU’s mission daily as a husband, father, attorney, and community leader. His faith journey began at church camp, where he committed his life to Christ—a decision that shaped his education and led him to MNU.
Dr. Jeff DeGraffenreid Honored with Michael Copeland Civic Leadership Award
MidAmerica Nazarene University is proud to announce Dr. Jeff DeGraffenreid (’96, MEd ’99) as the 2025 recipient of the Michael Copeland Civic Leadership Award.
Students Showcase Research of Local Historians
History students in Dr. Darin Tuck’s History of Baseball class presented their public history research projects to members of the Johnson County Kansas Heritage Foundation (JCKHF) March 27, 2025.
Dr. Chelsea Comadoll Named Barkman Endowed Professor in Chemistry
MidAmerica Nazarene University (MNU) is proud to announce that Chelsea Comadoll, PhD, associate professor of chemistry, has been named the Barkman Endowed Professor in Chemistry.