Friesen Center
Building Stronger Foresters
We believe that there is no better way to learn than by putting your theoretical knowledge to practical purpose. That’s why the Friesen Center for Service and Experiential Learning exists: to help develop students both personally and professionally so that they are best equipped as Christ-centered servant leaders. We provide students with the opportunity to put their knowledge into practice through internships, practicums, and volunteer work. Students get the best of both worlds, gaining practical experience while glorifying God through service.
The Friesen Center was founded in 1992 as the Joe Mertz Center and has since become an integral part of campus life. It was renamed in May of 2013 in honor of Dr. Norris Friesen’s lifelong commitment to serving others.
Career Readiness
You put in the study time, paid your dues, and suddenly the world is waiting for you. And it’s big. And scary. Don’t worry, though; the Friesen Center is here to make sure you are prepared to meet the challenge. In fact, we are here to help students prepare for their career throughout their college journey.
We take a four-step approach to personal and professional growth:
- Personal Discovery: Consider your strengths and skills
- Professional Discovery: Explore or sharpen career goals
- Professional Development: Build your skills
- Professional Experience: Put everything you’ve learned to work through job shadowing and internships
To learn more about your career-readiness journey, click here.