Inside North Park: Fall 2024
What’s New?
We are excited to reintroduce Inside North Park, our exclusive digital publication for our most loyal supporters.
This publication offers a unique glimpse into the heart of North Park University, featuring compelling stories and high-level updates that celebrate our achievements and the profound impact of our community. In each issue, you’ll find exclusive insights and in-depth discussions with university leaders, faculty and students—topics beyond what you will likely find elsewhere.
We invite you to explore this edition, including a message from Vice President for Advancement Mike Nevergall MNA ’13, interviews with key figures like Provost Michael Carr and Professor Alyssa Anderson, and highlights from one of our dedicated board members and student leaders.
Thank you for your continued support and engagement. Together, we are shaping the future of North Park!
An Update from Provost Michael Carr
As provost, Dr. Michael Carr works closely with faculty, staff and students to support academic excellence at North Park University.
Faculty Feature: Alyssa Anderson
Dr. Alyssa Anderson BS ’12 is an associate professor of athletic training and the athletic training clinical education coordinator at North Park University.
Direct Entry Master of Science in Nursing Program Expands
The Direct Entry Master of Science in Nursing program continues to experience exciting growth, now serving more than 100 students from diverse backgrounds.
New Master of Music in Performance
The School of Music, Art, and Theatre’s Music Department has refreshed its graduate programming, now offering one degree: the Master of Music in Performance.
Student Feature: Davianna Schuh
Board Spotlight: David Otfinoski
David “Dave” Otfinoski BA ’84 is the current chair of the North Park University Board of Trustees. He has been a board member since 2016 and was previously a board member from 2009–14. He is currently president and CEO of Catamount Medical Education and was formerly CEO of MedKnowledge Group, LLC.
With gratitude, we recognize and thank our outgoing board members for their dedicated service and contributions to the North Park community:
Andrea N. Dennis
Greg Dolezal BA ’01
Curtis Ivanoff MA ’08
Marcia Jimenez
Joanna Kanakis BA ’06
Jodi DeYoung Moore MDiv ’06
Gregory D. Wittrock BA ’69
Festival of Lessons and Carols
Join us for the Festival of Lessons and Carols on December 8, where we will celebrate Advent, engaging with our community in anticipation of the coming of Christ. Several ensembles will join in reflecting upon the “Greatest Story Ever Told.” We also invite our President’s Club and Heritage Circle supporters for a luncheon preceding the service, where you’ll enjoy a traditional Scandinavian-inspired lunch, hear from campus speakers, and connect with fellow North Park supporters.