Every objective established for the Venture Forward campaign has been completed above and beyond what anyone expected. The last one, although far from complete, has already surpassed our expectations for God’s goodness to Bushnell. The need for a student commons is long-established; somewhere with an expanded dining hall, community space for students to gather, and…
Trillium Grant Aids Bushnell’s Training of New Nurses
Award of $500,000 will address nursing workforce shortage in Lane County EUGENE, Ore. – As a part of its ongoing mission to improve the health and well-being of all residents of Lane County, Trillium Community Health Plan (Trillium) has awarded a $500,000 grant to Bushnell University’s School of Nursing, one of the anchor academic programs…
Beacon Magazine: Goodrich Hall Stands as a Timeless Monument to Wisdom, Faith, and Service
One of the most meaningful features of the Venture Forward campaign has been the restoration of Goodrich Hall, which will reclaim its place at the heart of campus when it reopens its doors this winter. “The aggressive renovation gives a beloved, aging building a long future with high functionality, as well as offering an attractive,…
Walking by Faith and Embracing the Unknown
Dustin Hinkle ’07 is the lead pastor at River of Life Church in Hastings, MN. He brings a wealth of experience to the role, having served as a missionary in China for 10 years and in bi-vocational ministry in Pullman, WA for four years. With a foundation in business administration and public speaking, Hinkle’s journey…
Internship Insights: Ariel Van Cleave
EUGENE, Ore. – Bushnell University senior forensic psychology major Ariel Van Cleave recently completed an internship at Every Child Lane County, a local non-profit organization that supports children and families impacted by foster care. This opportunity allowed her to gain valuable hands-on experience in social services, mental health support, and foster care, as well as…
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…
Beacon Magazine: You Stood With Us
Historic Capital Campaign Prepares Bushnell for the Future Written by Kim Williams, Board Chair Serving Bushnell University in a season of growth and expansion is a great privilege. Because my family has been involved for decades, I’ve also seen the University survive lean times and make hard decisions. I’ve watched us expand our curriculum, change…
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…
Dr. James E. Womack ’63 to Deliver Winter Commencement Address
EUGENE, Ore. – Bushnell University’s Board of Trustees will confer degrees to over 130 students during the Winter Commencement ceremony, recognizing those who have successfully completed the requirements for a bachelor’s or master’s degree. The ceremony will take place on Friday, Dec. 13, 2024, at 6 p.m. in the Morse Center at the corner of…
Kaminer Competes in NAIA Marathon Classic
COMPLETE RACE RESULTS SACRAMENTO, Calif. – Grant Kaminer became the first Beacon to compete in an official collegiate marathon event in 16 years on Sunday, as he raced in the NAIA Marathon Classic, taking part in conjunction with the California International Marathon. Kaminer, a grad student in his first year with the Beacons, finished the race in…