Northwestern University is one of the oldest private higher education institutions in the Northern Philippines, catering to more than 4,500 students this academic year. It is the only institution in the region that offers maritime program accredited by the Maritime Industry Authority/ MARINA, alongside other undergrad and graduate programs accredited by PACUCUA. The institution exists not only as a provider of quality education but also as a catalyst for nation-building and global impact through its advocacies. From literacy to environmental causes, from poverty alleviation to disaster preparedness and risk reduction, NWU is an active contributor to the development of society, as it makes itself relevant to a constantly changing world.