Junior Matthew Wilhite, a psychology major from Bonney Lake, Wash., carries on a rich family heritage at Bushnell University that runs through four generations. He looks to extend that tradition this year through serving as President of the Associated Students of Bushnell University. In this Q&A, Wilhite shares his vision for the upcoming year in…
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Beacons Earn NAIA Champions of Character Five-Star Gold Award
EUGENE, Ore. – Bushnell University was among eight Cascade Collegiate Conference institutions that were named Champions of Character® Five-Star Award winners for 2022-23, announced by the NAIA earlier this month. In addition, the Cascade Collegiate Conference was named a Five-Star Conference. Bushnell University has now been selected for nine straight years of the current structure….
Turner Continues to Bring Us Together
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…
Women’s Track & Field Named CCC Team of Character
Cascade Conference Release EUGENE, Ore. – Continuing a strong tradition, the Bushnell women’s track & field team was recognized as the Cascade Collegiate Conference Les Schwab Female Team of Character, as voted on by the CCC athletic directors. Bushnell has now been home to four winners of the Les Schwab Team of Character Awards in the…
Beacons Sweep CCC Champion of Character Awards
CORVALLIS, Ore. – Bushnell University’s Samantha Silver and Jaron Carter were named the 2022-23 Cascade Collegiate Conference Champions of Character of the Year, announced Wednesday morning by the conference office. The annual award recognizes one male and one female athlete who represent the five aspects of the Champions of Character – Respect, Responsibility, Integrity, Sportsmanship, and Servant Leadership….
Mindi Barta and Sarah Slater Receive 2023 President’s Award
EUGENE, Ore. – Bushnell University and its president, Dr. Joseph Womack, honored two outstanding individuals during the Commencement this past weekend, one from its staff and one from its faculty, for their exceptional dedication, achievements, and contributions to the university community. Nominated by faculty, staff, and students, Mindi Barta, Assistant Professor of Counseling, was awarded…
Q and A with Bushnell Missionary Students Brooklyn Cahoon and Justin Rogers
Brooklyn Cahoon and Justin Rogers are current students at Bushnell University and have just left on their respective mission trips. In this Q&A, they share what called them to be a part of a mission trip and what they look forward to during their experience. Where will you be traveling to & what will…
Bushnell Students Recognized at Annual Honors Convocation
EUGENE, Ore. – Bushnell University celebrated the academic achievements of its students at the annual Honors Convocation on Thursday, May 4, 2023, inside the Morse Events Center. This year’s event saw an impressive group of students recognized for their hard work and dedication in the classroom, with honors and inductions into professional societies. PHOTO GALLERY…
Bringing Joy to Campus: The Bushnell Nerf Club Experience
EUGENE, Ore. – Connecting community, impacting youth, and having fun while doing it; Meet the Bushnell Nerf Club. This club creates opportunities for students to have fun, destress and grow in community by participating in the nostalgic activity of Nerf. “The Nerf Club is one of our most popular student clubs on campus,” said Paul…
Bushnell University Student Kalani Miller: A Passionate Learner with a Deep Love for the Bible
EUGENE, Ore. – Bushnell University student Kalani Miller is excelling both in and out of the classroom. With a major in Bible and Theology and double minors in Spanish and Biblical Languages, Miller is a driven and passionate learner with a bright future ahead. When asked about her most memorable experience at Bushnell, Miller immediately…