The UNWavering Podcast
Episodes
Alumni Spotlights (Season 2 Finale) | Monte & Cassie
25 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is all about YOU! You’ll hear a recap of Season 2, many alumni spotlights, and a preview of Season 3. Hear how God is at work through U...
Checking in on the Classical Christian Honors College | Dr. Ryan Griffith
18 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Ryan Griffith, Dean and Associate Professor of the Classical Christian Honors College (CCHC), joins to share an update on the program’s first ye...
A Campus to Call Home | Kyle Peach
11 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Kyle Peach, Director of Traditional Undergraduate Admissions, joins to talk about finding the right college fit—and why experiencing campus firsthan...
Leaving a Lasting Legacy | Tim Grosz
07 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Coach Tim Grosz has led University of Northwestern’s Men’s Basketball team for 26 years. As he steps into a new opportunity in northern Colorado, ...
Let Your Light Shine | Ann Sorenson
04 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
What does it look like to pursue Christ and your craft—especially when failure is part of the process? Join as we sit down with Ann Sorenson, Chair ...
Innovation with a Mission | Dr. Siu-Yue Tam
27 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
What happens when innovation is rooted in faith and driven by purpose? Dr. Siu-Yue Tam, Associate Professor of Engineering and Director of the Northwe...
Becoming By Beholding | Chris Asmus '14
20 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Chris Asmus, UNW’s Campus Pastor, joins us this week to talk about Jesus, his church ministry, and the gift of getting to pour into students every w...
God Moved in Ways We Didn’t Expect | Elliana Norton & Joel Amancharla
13 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
During spring break, a group of Northwestern students partnered with OneChild and traveled to Nicaragua on a missions trip to serve kids. God worked i...
Day of Prayer & Service - Join Us!
10 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Since the 1990s, the Northwestern community has gathered on-campus in the spring for a dedicated Day of Prayer & Service—a long‑standing tradi...
All In, All Yours | Heidi Lee Anderson ’10
06 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Heidi Lee Anderson (’10) joins us to share her journey. She is an author, speaker, and cancer survivor. Hear as Heidi talks about how God met her in...
How Northwestern Media Is Amplifying the Gospel | Jason Sharp
25 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
This week, we’re joined by Jason Sharp, Senior VP of Media at Northwestern Media, as he shares his personal journey in radio and faith—and how God...
Running Toward What Matters | Patrick Fitzgerald
20 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Patrick Fitzgerald is UNW’s Head Coach for Men’s and Women’s Cross Country and Track and Field teams. In this episode, he shares his vision for ...
Academic Success Begins with Discipleship | Dr. Dalene Fisher
16 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Get to know UNW’s new Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs, Dr. Dalene Fisher. At the center of her vision is the belief that academic su...
From the Tractor to International Airwaves | Wayne Pederson
09 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Never in his wildest dreams did Wayne Pederson imagine he would one day be involved with an international radio broadcasting ministry. In this episode...
A Heart to Serve | Matt Swigart ‘01
02 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
At the heart of UNW Tennis is a passion to serve—both on and off the court. In this episode, Matt Swigart, Head Coach of the Men’s and Women’s T...
How Phones Shape Our Relationships | Professor Laura Watkins
23 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Cell phones are shaping the way we connect—but are they negatively effecting the depth of our closest relationships? Professor Laura Watkins, Instru...
Mission Drives Momentum | President Dr. Corbin Hoornbeek
17 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Mission drives momentum! Here at Northwestern, everything we do begins with our mission (it's our economic engine!). If we do our mission really ...
Proclaiming the Transforming Presence of Jesus | Peter Reid '84
09 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Our guest is Peter Reid, a 1984 graduate of Northwestern and the current General Director of Torchbearers International, an international missions fel...
A Heart to Serve | Matt Swigart ‘01
02 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
At the heart of UNW Tennis is a passion to serve—both on and off the court. In this episode, Matt Swigart, Head Coach of the Men’s and Women’s...
Living Joyfully | Mardy Rodriguez – Custodial Services Manager
22 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We are wrapping up Season #1 with a joy-filled conversation with Mardy Rodriguez, the Custodial Services Manager at University of Northwestern – St....
Meet the Producer & Season Recap | Kaycee Greisinger – Podcast Producer
15 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Kaycee Greisinger is the Podcast Producer of The UNWavering Podcast. With a passion for using media to share Jesus’ message, she has loved producing...
Geared Up For Community | Hannah Hanson - Manager of Campus Store & Mail Center
08 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Hannah Hanson is the Manager of Campus Store & Mail Center at University of Northwestern – St. Paul. She loves to serve the UNW community by pro...
Equipping Nurses with Resilience | Dr. Santhiny Rajamohan – Dean, Chief Nurse Administrator and Professor
01 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Santhiny Rajamohan is the Dean/Chief Nurse Administrator and Professor at University of Northwestern – St. Paul. She has a heart to serve and ca...
Rooted in the Word, Engaged in the World | Dr. Doug Huffman – Dean, School of Theology & Ministry, Special Advisor to the President
24 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Doug Huffman is the Dean, School of Theology & Ministry and Special Advisor to the President at University of Northwestern – St. Paul. He ha...
Living a Life of Gratitude | Susie Larson – Faith Radio Show Host
17 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Susie Larson is a Senior Producer & Talk Radio Host at Faith Radio, and has a heart for Jesus. Susie is a bestselling author, national speaker, an...
Where Thinking Goes Deeper | Dr. Ryan Griffith – Dean of the Classical Christian Honors College
10 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Ryan Griffith is the Dean and Associate Professor of the Classical Christian Honors College (CCHC) at University of Northwestern – St. Paul. He...
Brotherhood in Basketball | Tim Grosz – Head Men’s Basketball Coach & Associate Director of Athletics at Northwestern
03 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Tim Grosz is the Head Men’s Basketball Coach and Associate Director of Athletics at University of Northwestern – St. Paul. He creates an inviting ...
Music with a Mission | Tim Sawyer – Professor of Music and Director of Choral Activities
27 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Tim Sawyer, also known as T-Saw, is the Professor of Music and Director of Choral Activities at University of Northwestern - St. Paul. He leads and c...
The Heart of Campus | Kevin Thompson – Retired Team Leader of Custodial Services
20 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Kevin Thompson retired from Custodial Services at University of Northwestern – St. Paul after 40 years of making real, life-changing impact. What ...
Amplify the Gospel | Dr. Corbin Hoornbeek – President of Northwestern
13 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Corbin Hoornbeek is the President of University of Northwestern – St. Paul and Northwestern Media. Hear as he explains UNW’s new campaign, Amp...
Ordained Days | Patti Wiens - 2025 Distinguished Alumna of the Year
06 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Patti Wiens ‘59 is the Distinguished Alumna of the Year at University of Northwestern – St. Paul! She received this award by making an impact in t...
Theatre That Serves Others | Jennifer Hunter – Director and Professor of Theatre
29 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Jennifer Hunter is the Director and Professor of Theatre at University of Northwestern – St. Paul. She shares that her role is more than just a job....
Homecoming Deep Dive! | Monte & Cassie – Podcast Hosts
25 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
BONUS EPISODE!Your hosts, Monte and Cassie, are talking about all things Homecoming at University of Northwestern – St. Paul!Hear as they explain ev...
Community & Greater Purpose | Bret Hyder – VP of Student Experience
22 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Bret Hyder is the Vice President of Student Experience at University of Northwestern – St. Paul. He has a gift of connecting with people and creatin...
Coaching Players to Lead | Matt Moore – Head Football Coach at Northwestern
15 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Matt Moore ‘99 is the Head Football Coach at University of Northwestern – St. Paul. Over the past 30 years, he has led a program that puts Christ ...
Relating Across Cultures | Dr. Juan Carlos Téllez – Associate Chair of Christian Ministries & Assistant Professor of Intercultural Studies
08 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Juan Carlos Téllez is the Associate Chair of Christian Ministries and Assistant Professor of Intercultural Studies at University of Northwestern ...
A Purpose Beyond Winning | Beth Wilmeth – Head Volleyball Coach at Northwestern
01 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Beth Wilmeth ‘02 is the Head Volleyball Coach and Assistant Athletic Director at University of Northwestern – St. Paul. Her purpose is to fuse fai...
What It Means to be UNWavering | Dr. Mark Muska – Professor Emeritus of Biblical and Theological Studies
25 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Mark Muska ‘76 is an alum and Professor Emeritus of Biblical & Theological Studies at University of Northwestern – St. Paul.He has a heart...
We Are UNWavering | Dr. Corbin Hoornbeek – President of University of Northwestern – St. Paul and Northwestern Media
18 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Corbin Hoornbeek is the President of University of Northwestern – St. Paul and Northwestern Media. Hear him explain the meaning and message behi...
Welcome to The UNWavering Podcast!
08 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to The UNWavering Podcast!Co-hosted by Monte Abeler (’12) and Cassie Plantage (’07) of the UNW Alumni Office, The UNWavering Podcast bring...