This edition of the North Parker celebrates our intercultural identity and highlights the incredible achievements of our diverse community.
What a glorious day! On a beautiful Saturday in early May, immersed in great joy and thanksgiving, North Park celebrated the Commencement of more than 400 graduates. True for every generation of North Parkers, we are blessed by the treasured community of students who choose to make North Park their home. The rich intercultural environment of our campus gives us a collective identity that reflects nothing less than the Kingdom of God. We praise Him for our beloved community, for His presence and provision, and for the life-changing experience that is North Park.听
In this issue of the North Parker, you will enjoy the third in a three-part series elevating our institution鈥檚 core distinctives: Christian, city-centered, and intercultural. You鈥檒l read about the compelling way we are living into our historic and missional intercultural identity through the marvelous work of our outstanding students, faculty, staff, and alumni.听
You will be encouraged by the ways North Park is celebrating and innovating around intercultural strength, from reinvigorating historic programs鈥攕uch as our long-held relationship with S枚dra V盲tterbygdens Folkh枚gskola, our sister campus in J枚nk枚ping, Sweden鈥攖o developing compelling initiatives and opportunities for all students in the embrace of our Hispanic Serving Institution designation.听
You will love meeting Viking student-athletes from around the world who have chosen to study and represent North Park on our fields and courts. Our students鈥� investment in leadership and service on campus through their engagement in our many cultural organizations will inspire you.听
We鈥檒l highlight the transformational work North Park alumni are demonstrating worldwide and learn about four inspiring members of our Seminary community: three faculty scholars installed as endowed chairs and alumna Dr. Mae Elise Cannon, honored at the Evangelical Covenant Church鈥檚 Midwinter conference for her distinguished service in the Middle East.听
As we turn our efforts toward the fall semester, we are driven by God鈥檚 call to advance our compelling mission and support the success of our students with all the energy we can bring. Their futures depend on it鈥攁nd we are delighted to support their journey. Thank you for faithfully supporting the North Park students of today, honoring all that you loved during your days as a student in this beloved community.听
We remain grateful for your love, prayers, and support!听
In partnership,听
Mary K. Surridge听
President听