Service

Empowering Young Minds at Springfield Safety Town

EUGENE, Ore. – In honor of her unwavering support and leadership of the Springfield Safety Town, Bushnell University recognizes the remarkable contributions of Christi Cameron, Administrative Assistant for the College of Health Professionals at Bushnell. Cameron has dedicated her time and expertise to directing this two-week educational camp and has thereby left an indelible mark…

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Beacons Launch Service Efforts for 2023-2024

EUGENE, Ore. – With the arrival of the fall semester at Bushnell University, and a new athletic and academic year, the Beacon Athletic department has set the tone for a strong Tri-Athlete focus in 2023-2024 with multiple endeavors related to community service and character. Sarah Freeman, Bushnell’s Associate Athletic Director and Senior Woman Leader said,…

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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….

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Bushnell University Recognized as Military Friendly School

Eugene, Ore. – Bushnell University is proud to announce its designation as a Military Friendly School for the 2023-24 Military Friendly Cycle. This recognition reaffirms the university’s commitment to supporting military service members, veterans, and their families in pursuing their educational goals.  Institutions earning the Military Friendly ® School designation were evaluated using both public…

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Three Signature Community Events Announced for Fall 2023 

EUGENE, Ore. – Bushnell University is proud to present an exciting lineup of signature community events this fall, continuing its commitment to fostering community engagement, supporting student scholarships, and recognizing outstanding ethical leaders. Kids Dash & Carry the Torch Community 5K On Sunday, August 20, 2023, the 2nd annual Kids Dash & Carry the Torch…

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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…

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Mission Guests Receive Care from Bushnell University ABSN Students

Partnership between Bushnell University’s School of Nursing and the Eugene Mission for the Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing Clinical Placement Site Eugene, OR – Bushnell University has a growing partnership with the Eugene Mission through a clinical placement site for nursing students. This partnership, which started earlier this spring, is providing students in the…

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Bushnell University Supports Lane County Stabilization Center and Faith Community Event to Address Mental Health Concerns Locally

On Monday, June 5, 2023 Lane County hosted an event for the Faith community to hear from key leaders about current mental health concerns and an upcoming strategy to address them. The aim was to address the existing gap in access to resources and seek input from community members to inform effective solutions.   Co-sponsored…

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Most Tenured Professor Retires After 29 Years of Service

EUGENE, Ore. – Bushnell University bids farewell to Dr. Mick Bollenbaugh its most tenured full-time employee, as he retires after 29-plus years of service to the university.  Dr. Bollenbaugh’s contributions to Bushnell University were enormous. As Professor of Philosophy and Biblical Studies, he impacted the lives of countless students, inspiring them to reach their full…

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Karen Head’s 27-Year Legacy at Bushnell University

EUGENE, Ore. – After 27 years of dedicated service, Karen Head officially retired from her position as the Public Services Supervisor at Bushnell University earlier this month. She has been an instrumental part of the university’s success, and her presence will be greatly missed.  Throughout her career, Ms. Head has played an important role in…

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