Faith

EUGENE, Ore. – Eugene Christian School (ECS) is a private, non-denominational Christian school serving pre-school through eighth grade students in the Eugene-Springfield area. With a philosophy centered on Christian values and holistic education, ECS’s mission closely aligns with Bushnell University’s emphasis on fostering wisdom and faith within a Christ-centered community. Among the several pillars of…

  Bushnell University is pleased to host a special two-day event featuring guests Dr. Richard Beck, author and psychologist from Abilene Christian University, Matt Holmes, pastor at Turner Christian Church, and Bushnell faculty panelists. Register Online This event will explore biblical perspectives on how we individually and corporately participate as followers of Jesus in a…

Wisdom, Faith, and Service captures the essence of the institutional vocation and mission of Bushnell University from its founding in 1895. The Bushnell Saga­ – past, present, and future­ – is shaped and framed by the individual “wisdom, faith, and service sagas” of Bushnell People­ – women, men, professors, students, alumni, administrators, and countless friends­…

In early November, the University hosted “Becoming Beloved Community,” an initiative sponsored by the Bushnell Board of Trustees and the Office of the President to begin campus and community conversations about a Biblical perspective on racial reconciliation. Over a series of two days, a thoughtful and award-winning panel of guest speakers guided members of the…

Research Publications and Presentations Jonathan Alfson, Ph.D. Dissertation (July, 2023). Supporting Learning and Thinking with Multiple Representations in Upper Division Physics Courses. Oregon State University. Angela Doty, M.A. Scholarly Review (2023). Cultivating mentors: Sharing wisdom in Christian higher education. Christian Higher Education. Agametochukwu Iheanyi-Igwe, Ph.D. Presented preliminary results from ongoing missionary re-entry and entrepreneurship study…

Written by Stephen Andes, D.Phil, Professor of History I’m a true believer in the ideals of the liberal arts – even, I admit, a believer in their real-world value for today’s college student. But I have a confession to make: defending the liberal arts these days feels exceedingly idealistic, unrealistic, and downright impractical. It can…

EUGENE, Ore. – Bushnell University and its president, Dr. Joseph Womack, honored two outstanding individuals during 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, Christy Silverthorne, M.A., Assistant Professor of Marketing, was awarded…

EUGENE, Ore. – A little over a year after being awarded the Network for Vocation in Undergraduate Education (NetVUE) Program Development Grant, Bushnell University celebrates substantial progress made in fortifying its commitment to guiding students on the path of theological reflection and vocational calling. Among the 18 universities and colleges awarded the NetVUE grant in…

Written by Dr. A.J. Swoboda Easter has a way of rushing right past us. But it is most certainly beneficial for us to use this beautiful Spring season as a chance to pause, reflect, and remember. Remember what? Easter is the time of year when Christians from around the globe and from countless traditions and…

EUGENE, Ore. – Renowned theologian and Bushnell University professor, Dr. A.J. Swoboda recently released his latest book, “The Gift of Thorns,” back in late February. In this compelling work, Dr. Swoboda addresses the theme of navigating the desires of faith. He draws inspiration from both personal experiences and theological insights, and he writes with a…