May 21, 2018
Russell Walks
Northwest College alumnus Russell Walks was born and raised in Billings, Montana, and began drawing before he could speak. As an avid science fiction fan, Walks spent a most of his childhood years reading
Features & Profiles at NWC
May 2, 2018
Cydney Barrus ['18]
When fine arts major Cydney Barrus was presented with an unexpected opportunity last semester, she didn’t hesitate to take action. As one who knows the importance of campus and community involvement, she’s always ready to embrace a new challenge
April 18, 2018
Kristi Hernandez ['18]
Psychology major Kristi Hernandez doesn’t aim low when it comes to her dreams and ambitions. Amid serving as the Phi Theta Kappa Vice President of Scholarship, staying busy with coursework and establishing the Northwest College Psychology Club,...
March 21, 2018
Miles Rumbolz [‘18]
For NWC sophomore Miles Rumbolz, music is more than a hobby—it’s a passion and a way of life. As a vocal music education major, he’s involved in just about every ensemble campus has to offer; although, he still manages to find additional ways...
February 27, 2018
Ryan Wetzel ['01]
When a career and passion merge, it’s often the beginning of something great. At least, that’s what happened a couple short years ago when Ryan Wetzel, Northwest College alumnus and former Trapper basketball player (‘99-01), first saw 36-year-old...
February 1, 2018
Emiliano Mendez ['18]
As a resident assistant, member of the swing dance club, Enactus Team President and Student Senate Public Relations/Historian, it’s clear NWC sophomore Emiliano Mendez has zeal for both campus and community involvement.
January 23, 2018
Tim Herzog ['18]
Sophomore Tim Herzog, outdoor education and recreation leadership major, thrives on adventure and the great outdoors. As president of the Outdoor Club, a member of the Running Club, HvZ Club, Phi Theta Kappa and Campus Ventures, he dives headfirst...
January 3, 2018
Kara Beech [‘96]
Northwest College alumna Kara Beech knows the importance of pursuing a passion. Following her graduation from NWC with an associate degree in fine art, she worked in medical records at Powell Valley Healthcare.
December 14, 2017
Virginia Harris ['46]
The UW Northwest Center, the first satellite branch of the University of Wyoming, opened Sept. 10, 1946. Accounts of student enrollment vary from 58-90, with the Powell Tribune reporting a final fall enrollment count of 7
November 13, 2017
Carter Reed ['15]
NWC alumnus Carter Reed knows a thing or two about navigating college with success. After an active academic career at Northwest College, he attended California State University, Long Beach, where he earned a bachelor’s in communication studies...