Wisdom

Alumna Helps ABSN Students Prepare for Nursing Practice

EUGENE, Ore. – Mary Backus ’07 RN, Privacy & Security Officer at PeaceHealth, returned to Bushnell University in November to give back to her alma mater in a powerful way. As a graduate of Bushnell’s Adult Degree Program in Health Care Administration, Backus returned to share her expertise with students in the Accelerated Bachelor of…

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Dr. Stephen Andes Presents at Oxford University

EUGENE, Ore. – Dr. Stephen Andes, a proud alumnus of Oxford University, recently returned to speak at a prestigious conference at St. Antony’s College and the Latin American Centre, Oxford University, on November 21-22. The conference, titled Catholicism and Latin America’s Cold War, brought together leading scholars to explore the complex relationship between religion and…

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ACE Day Highlights Innovation and Collaboration at Bushnell

EUGENE, Ore. — Bushnell University recently hosted its semiannual Academic Creativity and Excellence (ACE) Day, a research colloquium founded by Dr. Tim Bergquist, emeritus professor of quantitative business models. The event featured more than 100 students presenting capstone projects and innovative research, exemplifying Bushnell’s commitment to cultivating wisdom through academic exploration. Event organizer Dr. Doyle…

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Faculty Features: Marilyn Williams

Dr. Marilyn Williams, Assistant Professor of Education at Bushnell University, combines her decades of real-world educational experience with her deep faith and a commitment to shaping the next generation of educators. Before joining the Bushnell faculty, she taught elementary and middle school education for over 20 years, served as a high school administrator for five…

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Creativity Meets Purpose in Bushnell’s Digital Media Program

EUGENE, Ore. – Jay Jones, an adjunct instructor in Bushnell University’s newly launched Digital Media and Graphic Design program, brings a wealth of industry expertise and a passion for guiding emerging artists. With a background in Film Production from Vancouver Film School and studies in Art History at the University of Oregon, Jones combines academic…

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Faculty Features: Gabe Buhler

Gabe Buhler ’07, M.A. ’10 is the instructor for the Grove program in Bushnell University’s School of Music and Performing Arts. The Grove program is the primary worship leadership team and is highly active in Bushnell Chapel and traveling events, providing broad musical and technical opportunities for Bushnell students. Buhler brings over 15 years of…

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Bushnell Senior Jackson Gielish Awarded OSCPA Scholarship

EUGENE, Ore. – Bushnell University senior accounting major Jackson Gielish has been awarded the Oregon Society of CPAs (OSCPA) Educational Foundation Scholarship for 2024. Inspired by his parents and Bushnell accounting professor Shelly Hartzel, who holds an M.S.M., CPA, and CMA, Gielish is dedicated to becoming a CPA and helping clients navigate their business challenges. …

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Faculty Features: Dr. Melisa Ortiz Berry

Dr. Melisa Ortiz Berry, adjunct professor in the School of Arts and Sciences at Bushnell University, teaches history courses and serves as a passionate leader in discipleship and ministry. Dr. Berry brings this same passion into the classroom, blending history and faith to engage her students in meaningful learning experiences. Alongside her academic credentials, which…

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Bushnell University Alumni Fostering Wisdom at Local School

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…

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Faithful Engagement: Navigating Anxiety in a Polarized Election

  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…

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