In his aesthetic and spiritual masterpiece, Brideshead Revisited, Evelyn Waugh conjures up the Oxford of his youth in the 1920’s—an Oxford as yet unsullied, to his mind, by the encroaching efficiencies (and horrors) of modernity. For Waugh, the magic lay not in Oxford’s lecture halls or prescribed courses of study, but in the unfettered exchange…
A Historic All-Female Hall of Fame Induction
On April 25th, Bushnell celebrated the 50th Anniversary of Title IX with an All-Female induction class into the Athletic Hall of Fame. Inducted into the Hall of Fame were the 1975 Volleyball team, the 2011 Women’s Cross Country team and longtime cross country and track coach Dr. Heike McNeil. Pre-dating the start of the “Title IX…
Healing and Health for the World
We’ve all had a moment when the compassion and care of a nurse has touched our lives. Perhaps a smile while caring for a new baby, a calm voice in an emergency room, support during an unexpected diagnosis, or prayer while holding the hand of a loved one for the last time. Nurses help heal…
Community and Belonging at Bushnell
Higher Education research has shown that more than 85% of a student’s experience takes place outside the classroom. Whether in formal roles or through informal relationships, Bushnell University students participate in campus ministry, student leadership, campus life, intercollegiate and intramural athletics, clubs and more. We asked hundreds of current students, alumni, friends, faculty and staff…
Nursing Practice Lab Open House & Dedication on February 3
EUGENE, Ore.— Bushnell University’s School of Nursing is hosting an open house and dedication for their new Practice Lab on Thursday, February 3 from 5pm to 6pm. The new Practice Lab is part of the Venture Forward capital campaign efforts Bushnell launched in the Fall of 2021 and will be housed in the first floor…
Dr. Latrissa Lee Neiworth named new Dean of the School of Business, Leadership and Technology at Bushnell University
Following a nationwide search, Bushnell University has selected Dr. Latrissa Lee Neiworth as its new dean of the School of Business, Leadership and Technology and professor of Business and Leadership. Dr. Neiworth is a renowned educator, researcher, and leadership advocate with more than 25 years of experience in these disciplines. In 2021, she was named…
Look inside: Bushnell University revamps former Phoenix Inn into newest dorm for students
From the Register Guard by Jordyn Brown Regular passersby in Eugene’s University District will notice major changes along Franklin Boulevard, including one building that has had a noticeable change. Bushnell University, the private Christian college in Eugene, has taken what used to be a Phoenix Inn and transformed it into a new residence hall this…
Bushnell Students Return to Campus Aug. 19
Bushnell University students will be among the first in Oregon to return to campus when they arrive to move into residence halls and register for fall classes on Thurs., Aug. 19, 2021. “We have missed our returning students over the summer and look forward to welcoming new first year and transfers students to our outstanding…
Nursing Program Seeks Community Comments
Bushnell University’s RN to BSN program will undergo an accreditation review by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) on October 20 -22, 2021. As part of the accreditation process, CCNE is accepting third party written comments concerning the program’s qualifications for accreditation from students, faculty, alumni, program partners, and other interested campus and community…
Kari Pape Receives Grant to Pursue Degree in Teaching
Kari Pape, a student at Bushnell University, was awarded a P.E.O. Program for Continuing Education Grant from the P.E.O. Sisterhood. She was sponsored by P.E.O. Chapter DF of Eugene, OR. Pape is pursuing a Master of Arts in Teaching degree. She graduated magna cum laude from University of Oregon in 2003 with a degree in…