1902–1947
Northwestern opens on October 2, 1902 as Northwestern Bible and Missionary Training School, founded by William Bell Riley, well-known pastor and evangelist. Classes are held in First Baptist Church in Minneapolis and Jackson Hall, First Baptist's education building.
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Alan S. Cureton, Ph.D., becomes president, the Mel Johnson Media Center is constructed, Riley Hall undergoes major remodeling, graduate programs begin and the Billy Graham Community Life Commons opens.
2022-Present
Corbin M. Hoornbeek began his tenure as Northwestern’s ninth president.