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Beacons Topple No. 4 Corban
Behind 14 Blocks
Bushnell Earns Historic Five-Set Victory, Marking Its Biggest Conference Win in Program History
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Bushnell Celebrates Annual
Embrace the Community Day
University Partners with Organizations Across Eugene and Springfield
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Faculty Features: Tammy Bovee, M.S.
Helping Students Understand the Human Body and Serve Others
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Staff Spotlights:
Paul Wright ’01, M.A
Leading Students with Purposeful Programming
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Bushnell's School of Nursing
Ranked Best Program in Oregon
Top Ranking Reflects Academic Excellence and Service-Driven Leadership
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Internship Insights: Abby Weston
Expanding Academic and Cultural Experiences in Puerto Rico
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Bushnell Named
NAIA School of Character
Honored for Integrity, Respect, Responsibility, Sportsmanship, and Servant Leadership
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Track & Field Named
2025 NAIA Team of Character
Beacons Honored for Integrity, Leadership, Community Service, and Academic Excellence
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Bushnell Announces Largest Single
Expansion in 130-Year History
Acquisition of Former PeaceHealth Property Doubles Academic Square Footage and Expands Health Professions Training
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  • Day in the Life Spotlight: Justin Walton! 💡

Spend a day with our @asbu.beacons President, @justinhwalton! From greeting guests at our Welcome Center to diving into Johannine literature and wrapping up with a shift at @boandvine, Justin shows us what it means to live as a Beacon, on and off campus.
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  • Fall foliage has officially arrived at Bushnell University! 🍁
Moments like these remind us to pause and take in the beauty of God's creation around us.
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  • The Fall 2025 issue of the BEACON magazine is out for delivery and online! 📖
 
Inside this edition you will find numerous stories on the continued momentum at Bushnell University, such as Goodrich Hall’s completion, opening our new Golf Player Development Center, our commitment to student mental health support, and much more!
 
You can read the digital version of the Beacon by clicking the link in our bio!

Keep an eye out for YOUR copy in the mail!
If you are expecting a copy, but do not receive one, reach out to our Alumni Relations office to verify your current address!
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  • Snapshots of an enchanting evening at last week's Midnight Masquerade Ball! 🎭🪩
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  • Loving life as a Beacon 💛💙

Looking forward to the year ahead filled with unforgettable memories for our Bushnell University community. Sco’ Beacs! #wearebushnell
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  • BEACONS WIN!!! Last night our volleyball team defeated #4 Corban at home and it was ELECTRIC⚡️Great job ladies and let’s go Beacons!
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  • The great brownie debate: edge or center? 🍫

Our Beacons have some strong opinions on this delicious dilemma! Where do you stand: team edge or team center?
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  • Last week, we had the honor of welcoming numerous college and university leaders to our Bushnell University campus as we hosted the 2025 NetVUE Regional Gathering, "The Purposeful University."

Over the course of three days, faculty, staff, and thought leaders from across the country gathered to explore the themes of purpose, vocation, and calling in higher education. The impactful event sparked meaningful conversations about how colleges and universities can live out their callings for the good of their communities.

We are grateful to all who joined us, and to the Council of Independent Colleges for making this event possible and allowing us to be a part in shaping this vital dialogue on the future of higher education.
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Day in the Life Spotlight: Justin Walton! 💡 Spend a day with our @asbu.beacons President, @justinhwalton! From greeting guests at our Welcome Center to diving into Johannine literature and wrapping up with a shift at @boandvine, Justin shows us what it means to live as a Beacon, on and off campus.
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Fall foliage has officially arrived at Bushnell University! 🍁
Moments like these remind us to pause and take in the beauty of God's creation around us.
Fall foliage has officially arrived at Bushnell University! 🍁
Moments like these remind us to pause and take in the beauty of God's creation around us.
Fall foliage has officially arrived at Bushnell University! 🍁
Moments like these remind us to pause and take in the beauty of God's creation around us.
Fall foliage has officially arrived at Bushnell University! 🍁
Moments like these remind us to pause and take in the beauty of God's creation around us.
Fall foliage has officially arrived at Bushnell University! 🍁 Moments like these remind us to pause and take in the beauty of God's creation around us.
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The Fall 2025 issue of the BEACON magazine is out for delivery and online! 📖   Inside this edition you will find numerous stories on the continued momentum at Bushnell University, such as Goodrich Hall’s completion, opening our new Golf Player Development Center, our commitment to student mental health support, and much more!   You can read the digital version of the Beacon by clicking the link in our bio! Keep an eye out for YOUR copy in the mail! If you are expecting a copy, but do not receive one, reach out to our Alumni Relations office to verify your current address!
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Snapshots of an enchanting evening at last week's Midnight Masquerade Ball! 🎭🪩
Snapshots of an enchanting evening at last week's Midnight Masquerade Ball! 🎭🪩
Snapshots of an enchanting evening at last week's Midnight Masquerade Ball! 🎭🪩
Snapshots of an enchanting evening at last week's Midnight Masquerade Ball! 🎭🪩
Snapshots of an enchanting evening at last week's Midnight Masquerade Ball! 🎭🪩
Snapshots of an enchanting evening at last week's Midnight Masquerade Ball! 🎭🪩
Snapshots of an enchanting evening at last week's Midnight Masquerade Ball! 🎭🪩
Snapshots of an enchanting evening at last week's Midnight Masquerade Ball! 🎭🪩
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Loving life as a Beacon 💛💙 Looking forward to the year ahead filled with unforgettable memories for our Bushnell University community. Sco’ Beacs! #wearebushnell
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BEACONS WIN!!! Last night our volleyball team defeated #4 Corban at home and it was ELECTRIC⚡️Great job ladies and let’s go Beacons! • 🎥: @wellitskaleo_18
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The great brownie debate: edge or center? 🍫 Our Beacons have some strong opinions on this delicious dilemma! Where do you stand: team edge or team center?
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Last week, we had the honor of welcoming numerous college and university leaders to our Bushnell University campus as we hosted the 2025 NetVUE Regional Gathering, "The Purposeful University."

Over the course of three days, faculty, staff, and thought leaders from across the country gathered to explore the themes of purpose, vocation, and calling in higher education. The impactful event sparked meaningful conversations about how colleges and universities can live out their callings for the good of their communities.

We are grateful to all who joined us, and to the Council of Independent Colleges for making this event possible and allowing us to be a part in shaping this vital dialogue on the future of higher education.
Last week, we had the honor of welcoming numerous college and university leaders to our Bushnell University campus as we hosted the 2025 NetVUE Regional Gathering, "The Purposeful University."

Over the course of three days, faculty, staff, and thought leaders from across the country gathered to explore the themes of purpose, vocation, and calling in higher education. The impactful event sparked meaningful conversations about how colleges and universities can live out their callings for the good of their communities.

We are grateful to all who joined us, and to the Council of Independent Colleges for making this event possible and allowing us to be a part in shaping this vital dialogue on the future of higher education.
Last week, we had the honor of welcoming numerous college and university leaders to our Bushnell University campus as we hosted the 2025 NetVUE Regional Gathering, "The Purposeful University."

Over the course of three days, faculty, staff, and thought leaders from across the country gathered to explore the themes of purpose, vocation, and calling in higher education. The impactful event sparked meaningful conversations about how colleges and universities can live out their callings for the good of their communities.

We are grateful to all who joined us, and to the Council of Independent Colleges for making this event possible and allowing us to be a part in shaping this vital dialogue on the future of higher education.
Last week, we had the honor of welcoming numerous college and university leaders to our Bushnell University campus as we hosted the 2025 NetVUE Regional Gathering, "The Purposeful University."

Over the course of three days, faculty, staff, and thought leaders from across the country gathered to explore the themes of purpose, vocation, and calling in higher education. The impactful event sparked meaningful conversations about how colleges and universities can live out their callings for the good of their communities.

We are grateful to all who joined us, and to the Council of Independent Colleges for making this event possible and allowing us to be a part in shaping this vital dialogue on the future of higher education.
Last week, we had the honor of welcoming numerous college and university leaders to our Bushnell University campus as we hosted the 2025 NetVUE Regional Gathering, "The Purposeful University."

Over the course of three days, faculty, staff, and thought leaders from across the country gathered to explore the themes of purpose, vocation, and calling in higher education. The impactful event sparked meaningful conversations about how colleges and universities can live out their callings for the good of their communities.

We are grateful to all who joined us, and to the Council of Independent Colleges for making this event possible and allowing us to be a part in shaping this vital dialogue on the future of higher education.
Last week, we had the honor of welcoming numerous college and university leaders to our Bushnell University campus as we hosted the 2025 NetVUE Regional Gathering, "The Purposeful University."

Over the course of three days, faculty, staff, and thought leaders from across the country gathered to explore the themes of purpose, vocation, and calling in higher education. The impactful event sparked meaningful conversations about how colleges and universities can live out their callings for the good of their communities.

We are grateful to all who joined us, and to the Council of Independent Colleges for making this event possible and allowing us to be a part in shaping this vital dialogue on the future of higher education.
Last week, we had the honor of welcoming numerous college and university leaders to our Bushnell University campus as we hosted the 2025 NetVUE Regional Gathering, "The Purposeful University."

Over the course of three days, faculty, staff, and thought leaders from across the country gathered to explore the themes of purpose, vocation, and calling in higher education. The impactful event sparked meaningful conversations about how colleges and universities can live out their callings for the good of their communities.

We are grateful to all who joined us, and to the Council of Independent Colleges for making this event possible and allowing us to be a part in shaping this vital dialogue on the future of higher education.
Last week, we had the honor of welcoming numerous college and university leaders to our Bushnell University campus as we hosted the 2025 NetVUE Regional Gathering, "The Purposeful University."

Over the course of three days, faculty, staff, and thought leaders from across the country gathered to explore the themes of purpose, vocation, and calling in higher education. The impactful event sparked meaningful conversations about how colleges and universities can live out their callings for the good of their communities.

We are grateful to all who joined us, and to the Council of Independent Colleges for making this event possible and allowing us to be a part in shaping this vital dialogue on the future of higher education.
Last week, we had the honor of welcoming numerous college and university leaders to our Bushnell University campus as we hosted the 2025 NetVUE Regional Gathering, "The Purposeful University." Over the course of three days, faculty, staff, and thought leaders from across the country gathered to explore the themes of purpose, vocation, and calling in higher education. The impactful event sparked meaningful conversations about how colleges and universities can live out their callings for the good of their communities. We are grateful to all who joined us, and to the Council of Independent Colleges for making this event possible and allowing us to be a part in shaping this vital dialogue on the future of higher education.
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FOUNDERS DAY

Saturday, October 18, 2025

The President & Board of Trustees of Bushnell University invite all students, parents, alumni, friends, faculty, and staff to join them in our celebration of 130 Years of Wisdom, Faith, and Service.

6:30 – 7 PM: Hors d’oeuvres & dessert reception

7 – 8:30 PM: Program to include a fall mini-concert and special presidential address

Gifts to the Beacon Fund help keep a Bushnell education within reach for students. Thank you for investing in the lives of our students.

FOUNDERS DAY

Saturday, October 18, 2025

The President & Board of Trustees of Bushnell University invite all students, parents, alumni, friends, faculty, and staff to join them in our celebration of 130 Years of Wisdom, Faith, and Service.

6:30 – 7 PM: Hors d’oeuvres & dessert reception

7 – 8:30 PM: Program to include a fall mini-concert and special presidential address

Gifts to the Beacon Fund help keep a Bushnell education within reach for students. Thank you for investing in the lives of our students.