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  • Congratulations to our 2026 Bash-Whisler Bible Contest Champion, Kayla Coalwell, for her incredible recitations of Psalm 34:1–22 and John 15:1–17! 👏

All three of our finalists (pictured left to right: Grace Godawa, Annika Poet, and Kayla Coalwell) beautifully delivered their selected scripture with record perfect accuracy and heartfelt emotion, continuing our honored, long-standing tradition.

Outstanding work all of our contestants this year!  Your devotion and love for God's word inspires us!
    12 hours ago
  • Another awesome Preview Day! 💙💛
We’re so grateful for the opportunity to showcase the Bushnell experience to so many incredible students and their families at our Spring Preview Day!
    1 day ago
  • Who’s your valentine? 
Showing some love with shoutouts this Valentine’s Day. You are loved, Beacons! ❤️

P.S. Jaxon Smith Njigba “JSN” was not at our media day and the image was generated as a comedic scenario.
    4 days ago
  • Just a day in the life of Mason! 🤟

Taking on a full day of classes and esports training, follow along as @skp.mason balances his daily routine, fueled by scripture, friends, and some good food.
    6 days ago
  • An unforgettable Alumni Night at the Morse Center! 🏀
We were grateful to be joined by so many alumni, families, and friends as we honored former men’s basketball coach Dave Lipp with the reaffirmation and dedication of the court in recognition of his incredible legacy.

Seeing so many reconnections made this a night we won’t forget. Thank you to all who joined us!
    1 week ago
  • Just our admissions counselors throwing a fit before Preview Day ✨
 
Connect with our admissions counselors, Bushnell faculty, Beacon students, and more when you visit us for Spring Preview Day on February 16!
 
Register online through the Linktree in our bio or at bushnell.edu/visit.
We can’t wait to meet you!
    1 week ago
  • Candid campus close-ups! 📸
    2 weeks ago
  • One? Two? Ten? 🤔🧑‍🧑‍🧒‍🧒

Quick-fire question for our Beacons: How many siblings do you have?
    2 weeks ago
Congratulations to our 2026 Bash-Whisler Bible Contest Champion, Kayla Coalwell, for her incredible recitations of Psalm 34:1–22 and John 15:1–17! 👏

All three of our finalists (pictured left to right: Grace Godawa, Annika Poet, and Kayla Coalwell) beautifully delivered their selected scripture with record perfect accuracy and heartfelt emotion, continuing our honored, long-standing tradition.

Outstanding work all of our contestants this year!  Your devotion and love for God's word inspires us!
Congratulations to our 2026 Bash-Whisler Bible Contest Champion, Kayla Coalwell, for her incredible recitations of Psalm 34:1–22 and John 15:1–17! 👏

All three of our finalists (pictured left to right: Grace Godawa, Annika Poet, and Kayla Coalwell) beautifully delivered their selected scripture with record perfect accuracy and heartfelt emotion, continuing our honored, long-standing tradition.

Outstanding work all of our contestants this year!  Your devotion and love for God's word inspires us!
Congratulations to our 2026 Bash-Whisler Bible Contest Champion, Kayla Coalwell, for her incredible recitations of Psalm 34:1–22 and John 15:1–17! 👏

All three of our finalists (pictured left to right: Grace Godawa, Annika Poet, and Kayla Coalwell) beautifully delivered their selected scripture with record perfect accuracy and heartfelt emotion, continuing our honored, long-standing tradition.

Outstanding work all of our contestants this year!  Your devotion and love for God's word inspires us!
Congratulations to our 2026 Bash-Whisler Bible Contest Champion, Kayla Coalwell, for her incredible recitations of Psalm 34:1–22 and John 15:1–17! 👏

All three of our finalists (pictured left to right: Grace Godawa, Annika Poet, and Kayla Coalwell) beautifully delivered their selected scripture with record perfect accuracy and heartfelt emotion, continuing our honored, long-standing tradition.

Outstanding work all of our contestants this year!  Your devotion and love for God's word inspires us!
Congratulations to our 2026 Bash-Whisler Bible Contest Champion, Kayla Coalwell, for her incredible recitations of Psalm 34:1–22 and John 15:1–17! 👏

All three of our finalists (pictured left to right: Grace Godawa, Annika Poet, and Kayla Coalwell) beautifully delivered their selected scripture with record perfect accuracy and heartfelt emotion, continuing our honored, long-standing tradition.

Outstanding work all of our contestants this year!  Your devotion and love for God's word inspires us!
Congratulations to our 2026 Bash-Whisler Bible Contest Champion, Kayla Coalwell, for her incredible recitations of Psalm 34:1–22 and John 15:1–17! 👏 All three of our finalists (pictured left to right: Grace Godawa, Annika Poet, and Kayla Coalwell) beautifully delivered their selected scripture with record perfect accuracy and heartfelt emotion, continuing our honored, long-standing tradition. Outstanding work all of our contestants this year! Your devotion and love for God's word inspires us!
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Another awesome Preview Day! 💙💛
We’re so grateful for the opportunity to showcase the Bushnell experience to so many incredible students and their families at our Spring Preview Day!
Another awesome Preview Day! 💙💛
We’re so grateful for the opportunity to showcase the Bushnell experience to so many incredible students and their families at our Spring Preview Day!
Another awesome Preview Day! 💙💛
We’re so grateful for the opportunity to showcase the Bushnell experience to so many incredible students and their families at our Spring Preview Day!
Another awesome Preview Day! 💙💛
We’re so grateful for the opportunity to showcase the Bushnell experience to so many incredible students and their families at our Spring Preview Day!
Another awesome Preview Day! 💙💛
We’re so grateful for the opportunity to showcase the Bushnell experience to so many incredible students and their families at our Spring Preview Day!
Another awesome Preview Day! 💙💛
We’re so grateful for the opportunity to showcase the Bushnell experience to so many incredible students and their families at our Spring Preview Day!
Another awesome Preview Day! 💙💛
We’re so grateful for the opportunity to showcase the Bushnell experience to so many incredible students and their families at our Spring Preview Day!
Another awesome Preview Day! 💙💛
We’re so grateful for the opportunity to showcase the Bushnell experience to so many incredible students and their families at our Spring Preview Day!
Another awesome Preview Day! 💙💛 We’re so grateful for the opportunity to showcase the Bushnell experience to so many incredible students and their families at our Spring Preview Day!
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Who’s your valentine? Showing some love with shoutouts this Valentine’s Day. You are loved, Beacons! ❤️ P.S. Jaxon Smith Njigba “JSN” was not at our media day and the image was generated as a comedic scenario.
4 days ago
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Just a day in the life of Mason! 🤟 Taking on a full day of classes and esports training, follow along as @skp.mason balances his daily routine, fueled by scripture, friends, and some good food.
6 days ago
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An unforgettable Alumni Night at the Morse Center! 🏀
We were grateful to be joined by so many alumni, families, and friends as we honored former men’s basketball coach Dave Lipp with the reaffirmation and dedication of the court in recognition of his incredible legacy.

Seeing so many reconnections made this a night we won’t forget. Thank you to all who joined us!
An unforgettable Alumni Night at the Morse Center! 🏀
We were grateful to be joined by so many alumni, families, and friends as we honored former men’s basketball coach Dave Lipp with the reaffirmation and dedication of the court in recognition of his incredible legacy.

Seeing so many reconnections made this a night we won’t forget. Thank you to all who joined us!
An unforgettable Alumni Night at the Morse Center! 🏀
We were grateful to be joined by so many alumni, families, and friends as we honored former men’s basketball coach Dave Lipp with the reaffirmation and dedication of the court in recognition of his incredible legacy.

Seeing so many reconnections made this a night we won’t forget. Thank you to all who joined us!
An unforgettable Alumni Night at the Morse Center! 🏀
We were grateful to be joined by so many alumni, families, and friends as we honored former men’s basketball coach Dave Lipp with the reaffirmation and dedication of the court in recognition of his incredible legacy.

Seeing so many reconnections made this a night we won’t forget. Thank you to all who joined us!
An unforgettable Alumni Night at the Morse Center! 🏀
We were grateful to be joined by so many alumni, families, and friends as we honored former men’s basketball coach Dave Lipp with the reaffirmation and dedication of the court in recognition of his incredible legacy.

Seeing so many reconnections made this a night we won’t forget. Thank you to all who joined us!
An unforgettable Alumni Night at the Morse Center! 🏀
We were grateful to be joined by so many alumni, families, and friends as we honored former men’s basketball coach Dave Lipp with the reaffirmation and dedication of the court in recognition of his incredible legacy.

Seeing so many reconnections made this a night we won’t forget. Thank you to all who joined us!
An unforgettable Alumni Night at the Morse Center! 🏀 We were grateful to be joined by so many alumni, families, and friends as we honored former men’s basketball coach Dave Lipp with the reaffirmation and dedication of the court in recognition of his incredible legacy. Seeing so many reconnections made this a night we won’t forget. Thank you to all who joined us!
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Just our admissions counselors throwing a fit before Preview Day ✨   Connect with our admissions counselors, Bushnell faculty, Beacon students, and more when you visit us for Spring Preview Day on February 16!   Register online through the Linktree in our bio or at bushnell.edu/visit. We can’t wait to meet you!
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Candid campus close-ups! 📸
Candid campus close-ups! 📸
Candid campus close-ups! 📸
Candid campus close-ups! 📸
Candid campus close-ups! 📸
Candid campus close-ups! 📸
Candid campus close-ups! 📸
Candid campus close-ups! 📸
Candid campus close-ups! 📸
Candid campus close-ups! 📸
Candid campus close-ups! 📸
2 weeks ago
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One? Two? Ten? 🤔🧑‍🧑‍🧒‍🧒 Quick-fire question for our Beacons: How many siblings do you have?
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Evening of Tribute

Save the date, May 14, 2026 for our annual Evening of Tribute.

More details to come.

For tickets or to reserve a table call 541-684-7318.

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