College of Theology, Arts, and Sciences

While studying music at Bushnell University, Chelsea King ’16 developed her passion for connecting with youth by serving as a camp counselor. She is especially committed to creating safe spaces for members of marginalized communities. Now, King serves as Guest Advocate at Hosea Youth Services, an organization that supports at-risk and homeless youth in Lane…

EUGENE, Ore. – Bushnell University’s School of Music and Performing Arts is pleased to welcome the community to a free event celebrating the birth of Christ: A Bushnell Christmas. This creative and spiritual musical celebration will feature a selection of holiday classics and contemporary favorites performed by the university choir, jazz ensemble, and choral. The…

EUGENE, Ore. – On November 8, Bushnell University celebrated First-Gen College Day, a day dedicated to honoring and supporting first-generation college students. These individuals – whose parents did not attend college – often face unique challenges in their pursuit of higher education. However, stories of resilience and determination from both Bushnell University first-gen college students…

By Kelly Ballard, D.Min. When Christian singer-songwriter Sara Groves wrote the song “Add to the Beauty” in 2005, she inspired devout participants in the work of Christ to offer their best in order to manifest the beautiful character of God in time and space. Those who have truly “beheld the beauty of the Lord” (Psalm…

EUGENE, Ore. – The Cascade Collegiate Conference announced the student-athletes who earned U.S. Bank Academic All-Conference honors this week in men’s and women’s cross country, men’s and women’s soccer, and volleyball. 35 members of the Bushnell teams were selected. To earn recognition as an Academic All-CCC honoree, a student-athlete must have a minimum cumulative GPA…

While studying communication at Bushnell University, Brad Keller ’20, gave his life to Christ. Only a few years after earning his B.A. in Communication, he became the Youth Pastor at Ekklesia Church in Eugene, Oregon. Keller shares his transformative journey and calls his fellow believers to minister in whatever ways they have been called.  What…

EUGENE, Ore. – Bushnell University is thrilled to announce record-breaking enrollment figures for the 2023-2024 academic year, marking a monumental achievement in the institution’s history. The university has seen unprecedented growth in various enrollment categories, reinforcing its commitment to academic excellence and student success.  Michael Fuller, M.S., Vice President for Enrollment and Special Assistant to…

Eugene, Ore. – Annalee McIntosh ‘23 was recently honored with the Stone-Campbell Journal Promising Scholar Award this past spring. Among 18 students honored, McIntosh was one of only six undergraduates selected by the faculty.   The Stone-Campbell Journal is an academic publication dedicated to promoting scholarly research and discourse within the fields of theology, philosophy, history, apologetics,…

In 1885, the Turner family donated the property that has served as a host for the annual camp meeting now known as the Northwest Christian Convention (formerly the Oregon Christian Convention) for over 170 years. The historic Turner Tabernacle, built in 1891, has stood the test of time, reflecting God’s glory in each and every…

EUGENE, Ore. – 36 Beacons were honored as members of the College Sports Communicators Academic All-District Teams throughout the 2022-23 sports seasons. The Academic All-District teams, selected by College Sports Communicators (formerly CoSIDA), recognize the nation’s top student-athletes for their combined performances on the field and in the classroom. Bushnell’s 2022-23 honorees are: Men’s Soccer…