Faith

When Alexis Heenan ’23 graduated from Bushnell University, having focused on forensic psychology, she returned to Sacramento, unsure of what her next steps would be. “I knew I was in a waiting period,” Heenan recalls. “But I couldn’t help feeling discouraged.” Her prayers felt quiet, her future unclear — until a whisper from the Holy…

EUGENE, Ore. – Bushnell University is honored to announce that it has been selected to host an upcoming NetVUE regional gathering Oct. 2–4. The event, titled “The Purposeful University,” will convene faculty, staff, and thought leaders from across the region to explore the role of purpose, vocation, and calling in higher education.   This gathering is…

EUGENE, Ore. –  Alyssa Unruh, an Interdisciplinary Studies major entering her senior year at Bushnell University, spent her spring semester on the frontlines of campus ministry through an internship with Northwest Collegiate Ministry, a regional organization focused on spiritual development and discipleship for college students. As Unruh puts it, “The goal of Northwest Collegiate Ministry…

At Bushnell University, every detail of the campus environment plays a part in shaping the student experience, and much of that begins with the grounds themselves. Tysen Buhler ’16 wears many hats as the Grounds Manager for Facilities Services, but he sums it up simply: “If it’s outside, I’m at least somewhat responsible for it.”…

EUGENE, Ore. – Bushnell University president Dr. Joseph D. Womack honored two outstanding individuals during Bushnell’s 2025 Spring Commencement for their exceptional dedication, achievements, and contributions to the university community. The President’s Award for Teaching Excellence and Campus Leadership and the award for Exemplary Staff and Campus Leadership are presented annually. New this year, the…

  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…

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,…

EUGENE, Ore. – Bushnell University’s School of Music and Performing Arts is pleased to invite the community to spring performances and events offered by the students in University Choir, Bushnell Chorale, and Bushnell Jazz Ensemble. On April 11th at 12 p.m., Spring Performance Hour will showcase the music of students enrolled in private lessons and…

Shirley Lathrop, MAT, M.S., is the program lead for the School Counseling program at Bushnell University. She brings to the role a wealth of direct school counseling experience and a heartfelt passion for supporting both future counselors and the youth they will serve. Lathrop, a native of the Eugene area, has a long history in…

Dr. Lynn Jacobson, an adjunct professor in Bushnell University’s College of Theology, Arts, and Sciences, brings a wealth of teaching experience to the classroom, spanning biblical studies, language instruction, and business. With a Master of Divinity in Jewish Studies and extensive coursework in Judaic Studies and Modern Hebrew, Dr. Jacobson offers an interdisciplinary approach that…