For assistant professor Tammy Bovee, joining Bushnell’s faculty wasn’t a coincidence — it was one of those “God things” that turned unexpected circumstances into a calling. After writing her faith statement in a McDonald’s parking lot and spending an extra night in a motel room near Disneyland, she completed a phone interview and was later…

EUGENE, Ore. – Bushnell University marked its 17th annual Embrace the Community Day last week, as hundreds of students, faculty, and staff stepped up to serve at more than 20 nonprofit and community sites across Eugene and Springfield. What began years ago as the vision of a Bushnell student has grown into a signature tradition…

Creating opportunities for students to connect, grow, and discover their purpose is the driving passion behind Paul Wright’s work at Bushnell University. An alumnus with a Bachelor of Science in Communications, Wright was a member on two consecutive NSCAA National Championship basketball teams in 1997–98 and 1998–99, both of which were inducted into the Bushnell…

CORVALLIS, Ore. – In the latest edition of the CCC Podcast: Cascade Connects, Commissioner Rob Cashell talks with Bushnell University’s Athletic Director Corey Anderson along with Associate Athletic Director and Senior Women Leader Sarah Freeman. Bushnell has long been committed to upholding strong values both on and off the field, and that dedication was honored in a big way this…

EUGENE, Ore. – Bushnell University’s School of Nursing has been ranked the No. 1 nursing program in Oregon for 2026 by RegisteredNursing.org in its 10th annual statewide rankings. This recognition highlights the University’s commitment to preparing nurses who are academically excellent, ethically grounded, and dedicated to compassionate, person-centered care.  “This is a prestigious honor because…

  For senior mathematics major Abby Weston, math has always been about solving puzzles. During her summer internship at the University of Puerto Rico in Ponce, she discovered that math research is more than reading articles or solving problems from a textbook — it’s about uncovering new ideas and insights. “I didn’t even know math…

PHOTO GALLERY |  | NAIA RELEASE VIDEO REVEAL | CHAPEL SERVICE VIDEO NEWS COVERAGE: LIVE COVERAGE EUGENE, Ore. – During a special Champions of Character Celebratory Chapel on Tuesday, Bushnell University was announced as the 2024-2025 NAIA School of Character, announced by representatives of the NAIA. Bushnell was honoring other 2024-2025 award recipients, and were also honored by Cascade Collegiate Conference Commissioner…

NAIA National Awards Day Coverage EUGENE, Ore.  – As a part of the NAIA National Awards Day, the Bushnell men’s track & field team was honored as the 2024-2025 Bruce Brown CCA Team of Character Award winner. The Conference Commissioners Association (CCA) Champion of Character Team Award is given annually to one men’s and one…

EUGENE, Ore. – Bushnell University is celebrating the achievements of two outstanding community leaders with Bushnell ties who have been named among Eugene’s 20 Under 40 honorees. Carrie Gillies, Director of Online & Graduate Admissions at Bushnell, and alumna Kelsay Rychener ’14 have been recognized as part of the 2025 class of rising business and…

EUGENE, Ore. – Bushnell University is excited to announce the creation of the Center for Calling and Community, a new initiative designed to unify and amplify the university’s work in ministry training, spiritual formation, and community engagement. Rooted in the university’s vision of fostering faithful followers of Jesus Christ who are dedicated to supporting their…