Northwest Nazarene University

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We have some unique traditions and campus characters you might not find elsewhere.

With more than 40 student clubs and organizations (ranging from Art Club to the Midnight Ridazz), and quirky traditions like Fresheree (our annual talent show) and Mr. NNU (like the Miss America pageant, except with dudes), you'll find enough student-life options to keep you involved and entertained for all four years.

College (the first week of college in particular) can be intimidating. Amidst moving in and figuring out your schedule, NNU's Week One is designed to facilitate a week's worth of activities to cultivate relationships with fellow classmates, student leaders, faculty and other key University staff members.

Activities like a scavenger hunt will help you get to know campus better while bonding with fellow freshmen to complete ridiculous challenges. The Rootbeer Fest allows freshmen to relax and enjoy a movie outside with returning students before classes start. Jazz on the Lawn introduces students to our signature iced-coffee drink, "the brick," and NNU's jazz ensembles.

Mr. NNU is like Miss America without the miss...or America. Mr. NNU is a "beauty pageant" for the men of campus. Two guys from each class are nominated by their classmates to compete for the coveted title from which the event draws its name. Four areas are figured into the final score: athletic ability, talent, humor and the question & answer.

The reigning Mr. NNU hosts the event, and at the end he passes the crown on to his successor. NNU's freshman class council organizes this hit show when eight male students strut their stuff. Be prepared to witness hilarious, strange and even bizarre acts. Above all else though, be prepared to laugh.

Fresheree is NNU's infamous variety show. Each fall, students perform a menagerie of skits and songs during a night of comedy. Hosted by the sophomore class council, Fresheree takes place in NNU's Little Theatre, (also known as the "Sader Dome").

Unlike Mr. NNU, Fresheree is not a contest and both genders are welcome to participate. Favorite acts from past years include "Single Fellas," "Frank and Lester" and "Baby Hands." Students audition to emcee the event, as well as perform their skits. By far, it is NNU's funniest event of the fall. Students come out in droves to participate in and watch Fresheree.