College of Health Professions

When Katy Lemieux reflects on how she arrived in the classroom, she often returns to an unexpected phone call. While working as a nursing supervisor, her charge nurse abruptly asked whether she had a bachelor’s degree and then hung up as soon as she answered yes. Minutes later, the charge nurse called back: “I have a job for you.”  That conversation resurfaced a…

EUGENE, Ore. – Bushnell University’s Board of Trustees will confer degrees to over 160 students during the December Commencement ceremony, recognizing those who have successfully completed the requirements for a bachelor’s or master’s degree. The ceremony will take place on Friday, Dec. 12, 2025, at 6 p.m. in the Morse Center at the corner of…

EUGENE, Ore. – The streak continues at Bushnell University. The School of Nursing proudly announces that every student in its sixth Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing cohort has successfully passed the National Council Licensure Examination on their first attempt, continuing the program’s emphasis on academic excellence and clinical preparation necessary to meet the standard…

EUGENE, Ore. – On Tuesday, October 21, Bushnell University took ownership of two significant properties formerly owned by PeaceHealth at their former University District location. The two properties acquired include: 770 E. 11th Ave.: This building, formerly referred to as the Behavioral Health Unit (BHU), includes 88,000 square feet of medical office space. Bushnell is…

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…

EUGENE, Ore. — At its 130th Convocation Chapel on August 26, Bushnell University President Joseph Womack announced the University is acquiring two former PeaceHealth at University District hospital buildings, adding 125,000 square feet of academic space to its campus. The pending acquisition, the single largest in Bushnell’s history, will dramatically expand the College of Health…

EUGENE, Ore. — Recent Bushnell University graduate Peter Leighton ’24 has quickly demonstrated to his patients, coworkers, and supervisors his dedicated compassion for those in his care. He recently received the DAISY Award for Extraordinary Nurses for carefully attending to a patient and communicating the patient’s needs to the rest of the medical team, leading…

SPRINGFIELD, Ore. – Earlier this month, Bushnell University’s School of Nursing held its annual Blessing of the Hands ceremony at Springfield Faith Center. The cherished tradition marks a new chapter for nursing students, symbolizing both their commitment to compassionate care and their readiness to begin nursing journeys in both the Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing…

At Bushnell University, the student experience is shaped not just by academics or activities, but by the relationships and network of care that help students thrive. In her role as Counselor and Coordinator for Student Wellness, Sarah Halstead, M.A. ’15, brings compassion and a deep relational care to the heart of campus life. Through leading…

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…