EUGENE, Ore. — Bushnell University recently hosted its spring Academic Creativity and Excellence (ACE) Days — a campus-wide celebration of student research, capstone projects, and innovative presentations. Founded by Dr. Tim Bergquist, emeritus professor of quantitative business models, the event provides a dynamic platform for students to showcase their academic accomplishments and creative thinking. From scholarly…

EUGENE, Ore. — With a growing number of students opting for online programs and courses, Bushnell University is investing significant resources into supporting this population of learners. Students choose to complete all or some of their coursework online for myriad reasons, so understanding those reasons, as well as the benefits and challenges that come with…

EUGENE, Ore. — Bushnell University is pleased to announce that Mike Petersen ’83, a celebrated coach, Bushnell Hall of Fame athlete, and longtime trustee, will deliver the keynote address at the Spring 2025 Commencement Ceremony. The event will take place on Saturday, May 10, 2025, at 10 a.m. in the Morse Center. The Board of…

  At Bushnell University, history is more than dates and timelines — it is an invitation to explore identity, faith, and truth. Professor Stephen Andes, D.Phil., a history professor in Bushnell’s School of Arts and Sciences, believes deeply in helping students develop a “holy curiosity” that extends far beyond the classroom.  Dr. Andes earned his…

PHOTO GALLERY EUGENE, Ore.  – The 2025 Iggy Awards took place on Wednesday night as the Bushnell Athletic department honored the best of the best achievements of their 17 teams and 300 student-athletes. Award Winners included: Perseverance Award: Alexa Perez, Softball Perseverance Award: Liv Tjoelker, Women’s Basketball Legacy Award: Libby Mathis, Women’s Basketball Legacy Award: Jordan Wilson, Baseball Female…

EUGENE, Ore. – Bushnell University’s School of Education welcomed a record 23 new education majors into its undergraduate Teacher Education program today, a new high for the rigorous and well-respected teacher licensure degree program in recent years. The School hosted a Welcome Day on Monday, April 28, for its newly-accepted Education Majors on its campus…

EUGENE, Ore. – Bushnell University senior Liam Kerr, a double major in Mathematics and Computer Science: Software Engineering, is currently completing a high-tech internship with Visual Robotics, a local company specializing in artificial intelligence and robotic systems. Motivated by a growing interest in AI and robotics, Kerr found Visual Robotics to be the perfect environment…

Kyle Casperson ’24, head coach at Springfield High School, leads with confidence, character, and a process-over-outcome mindset. (Photo by Bob Williams / The Chronicle) Kyle Casperson ’24 is a Middle School PE and Health Teacher at Hamlin Middle School and the Head Baseball Coach at Springfield High School—both located in Springfield, Oregon. He earned his…

At Bushnell University, helping students discover their vocational calling is both a challenging and essential part of student development—one that Whitney Shoun, M.S., embraces with purpose and passion. As the Career Development Coordinator, she oversees all career services with a special emphasis on internships and employer engagement. Whether guiding students through vocational exploration or supporting…

EUGENE, Ore. – Dr. Heike McNeil has been a cornerstone of Bushnell University for more than 20 years, shaping the institution’s growth and the lives of countless students. Having arrived in 2003, she quickly became a key figure on campus as both a professor and a coach. With a passion for both academics and athletics,…