Faculty Features: Marilyn Williams

Dr. Marilyn Williams, Assistant Professor of Education at Bushnell University, combines her decades of real-world educational experience with her deep faith and a commitment to shaping the next generation of educators. Before joining the Bushnell faculty, she taught elementary education and served as an elementary school principal. She also earned a Doctor of Education (D.Ed.)…

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Internship Insights: Maddii Desemone

EUGENE, Ore. – Bushnell University senior biology major Maddii Desemone, who is pursuing a career in animal conservation, is currently completing an internship at Green Hill Humane Society. This opportunity is helping her gain valuable hands-on experience in animal behavior, shelter work, and community outreach.  We sat down with Desemone to learn more about her…

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Beacons on the Forefront of Emerging Sport

EUGENE, Ore. – A major shift in the landscape of distance running is occurring in the NAIA, and Bushnell Head Coach Kyle Will is at the forefront, helping to shape the future of the Marathon and its place in the world of collegiate athletics. In 2021, the NAIA included the Marathon as an event within the men’s…

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Cook Closes Career on a High Note

COMPLETE RESULTS COLUMBIA, Mo.  – Senior Kaitlin Cook ran her final collegiate event on Friday morning, capping her career with a new personal record at the NAIA Women’s Cross Country National Championship at the Gans Creek Cross Country Course. Cook took 16 seconds off of her previous best, running a 22:50.2 to break the 23-minute barrier for…

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Integrating Ministry with Business Leadership

Sierra Wilis ’13 currently serves as the Vice President of Operations for Oregon Driver Education Center (ODEC) and as a Senior Business Management Consultant for Paradigm Business Management Group. A seasoned leader with a diverse career, Wilis’ journey from pastoral ministry to business management highlights her adaptability and commitment to integrity, kindness, and excellence. In…

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Bushnell University School of Music and Performing Arts Winter Performances and Events

EUGENE, Ore. – Bushnell University’s School of Music and Performing Arts is pleased to invite the community to Christmas Concerts and events by the students in University Choir, Bushnell Jazz Ensemble, and Bushnell Chorale.  The performance events will take place at First Baptist Church of Eugene, and The Grotto in Portland, OR. Bushnell Chorale will be singing…

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Creativity Meets Purpose in Bushnell’s Digital Media Program

EUGENE, Ore. – Jay Jones, an adjunct instructor in Bushnell University’s newly launched Digital Media and Graphic Design program, brings a wealth of industry expertise and a passion for guiding emerging artists. With a background in Film Production from Vancouver Film School and studies in Art History at the University of Oregon, Jones combines academic…

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Bushnell University Awarded $1 Million Grant to Combat Oregon’s Nursing Crisis

EUGENE, Ore. — Bushnell University is proud to announce its receipt of a $1 million Healthcare Workforce Ready Grant from the Higher Education Coordinating Commission (HECC) under the Future Ready Oregon initiative. This grant, part of a competitive statewide effort to bolster healthcare workforce development, supports the groundbreaking “Paving a Pathway to Practice” grant, which…

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Beacons Return to NAIA National Tournament

EUGENE, Ore. – A body of work dating back to their first match and membership in the strongest conference in the NAIA proved to be enough for the Bushnell volleyball team to avoid a disappointing finish to the season, escaping the bubble to claim one of 14 at-large bids for the 48-team NAIA National Championship…

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Bushnell’s Pi Gamma Mu Chapter Achieves Star Status

Students celebrate their induction into Bushnell’s Pi Gamma Mu Chapter at the 2023-2024 ceremony EUGENE, Ore. – Bushnell University’s Oregon Delta Chapter of Pi Gamma Mu, the International Honor Society for the Social Sciences, has earned the distinction of Star Chapter for the 2023-2024 academic year. This recognition, awarded by the Pi Gamma Mu Board…

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