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Bushnell University Announces
16th Annual Evening of Tribute:
The Beacon Awards
Celebrating community impact on May 14, 2026
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  • What began as an unfamiliar internship opportunity became part of a defining journey for Avery Lenssen’s future career path.
 
As a senior business administration major, Avery is wrapping up her spring internship with @onehopelanecounty , where she gained hands-on experience in nonprofit work for the first time. From managing social media and editing newsletters to coordinating events and building relationships within the local community, she developed strong skills in communication, adaptability, and organization.
 
One of her most impactful experiences was leading promotional efforts for the United Youth event. “I did all the social media… the promoting of this event,” she said. “Then to be able to go to that event and see all the kids worshiping and just praying over each other and for their schools was so cool.” 
 
While Avery originally envisioned a career in event planning, her internship, and her experience serving families affected by flooding in her hometown of Lynden, Washington, shifted her direction. She now plans to pursue disaster relief planning, with plans to attend EMT school and has already secured a role as head of disaster relief coordination in her hometown.
 
Great work, Avery! 👏
 
Read the full article at Bushnell.edu
Watch the full video on our Bushnell University YouTube!
    2 hours ago
  • Our Class of 2026 seniors signing off ✍️🎓
 
We can’t wait to celebrate all of our graduating Beacons at Spring Commencement on Saturday, May 9!
For full details on Commencement, please visit the link in our bio for more info!
    3 days ago
  • Rolling out the red carpet for the 20th Annual Iggy Awards! 📸🏅
 
2026 was a standout year for Bushnell University Athletics, filled with incredible achievements, big wins, and a continued commitment to being Tri-Athletes! As individual competitors and as teammates, our Beacons have made us proud in their sports and in the classroom.
 
SCO’ BEACS! 👏 We love celebrating all that you have accomplished!
#wearebushnell #bushnellbeacons
    4 days ago
  • Dancing the night away at the Great Gatsby Gala, now with video! 🎞️
 
Thank you to our @asbubeacons for making Spring Formal 2026 a reality!
    5 days ago
  • Jumping back into the classroom for Mic’d Up Beacs! 🗣️🎙️ with Professor Shelly Hartzell!
 
We tuned in to ACTG 212: Principles of Accounting II as Professor Hartzell continued to guide students through everything from job order costing to budgeting, all while keeping the energy high with plenty of jokes and banter along the way.
 
Raise your hand if you’re an Accounting student! ✋
    6 days ago
  • Snapshots from a dazzling evening at our Great Gatsby Gala 📸✨
Our Beacons definitely brought the energy and elegance to this year’s Spring Formal!

You can see the full gallery of photos to download on our University Pixieset.
Click the Linktree in our bio to see the full gallery!
    7 days ago
  • Say hi to our Beacons! 👋
    1 week ago
  • Mic’d Up Beacs! 🗣️🎙️ continues with Jada, Morgan, and our women’s golf team as they get some practice out on the green this spring! @bushnellwgolf
    2 weeks ago
What began as an unfamiliar internship opportunity became part of a defining journey for Avery Lenssen’s future career path. As a senior business administration major, Avery is wrapping up her spring internship with @onehopelanecounty , where she gained hands-on experience in nonprofit work for the first time. From managing social media and editing newsletters to coordinating events and building relationships within the local community, she developed strong skills in communication, adaptability, and organization. One of her most impactful experiences was leading promotional efforts for the United Youth event. “I did all the social media… the promoting of this event,” she said. “Then to be able to go to that event and see all the kids worshiping and just praying over each other and for their schools was so cool.” While Avery originally envisioned a career in event planning, her internship, and her experience serving families affected by flooding in her hometown of Lynden, Washington, shifted her direction. She now plans to pursue disaster relief planning, with plans to attend EMT school and has already secured a role as head of disaster relief coordination in her hometown. Great work, Avery! 👏 Read the full article at Bushnell.edu Watch the full video on our Bushnell University YouTube!
5 hours ago
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Our Class of 2026 seniors signing off ✍️🎓 We can’t wait to celebrate all of our graduating Beacons at Spring Commencement on Saturday, May 9! For full details on Commencement, please visit the link in our bio for more info!
3 days ago
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Rolling out the red carpet for the 20th Annual Iggy Awards! 📸🏅
 
2026 was a standout year for Bushnell University Athletics, filled with incredible achievements, big wins, and a continued commitment to being Tri-Athletes! As individual competitors and as teammates, our Beacons have made us proud in their sports and in the classroom.
 
SCO’ BEACS! 👏 We love celebrating all that you have accomplished!
#wearebushnell #bushnellbeacons
Rolling out the red carpet for the 20th Annual Iggy Awards! 📸🏅
 
2026 was a standout year for Bushnell University Athletics, filled with incredible achievements, big wins, and a continued commitment to being Tri-Athletes! As individual competitors and as teammates, our Beacons have made us proud in their sports and in the classroom.
 
SCO’ BEACS! 👏 We love celebrating all that you have accomplished!
#wearebushnell #bushnellbeacons
Rolling out the red carpet for the 20th Annual Iggy Awards! 📸🏅
 
2026 was a standout year for Bushnell University Athletics, filled with incredible achievements, big wins, and a continued commitment to being Tri-Athletes! As individual competitors and as teammates, our Beacons have made us proud in their sports and in the classroom.
 
SCO’ BEACS! 👏 We love celebrating all that you have accomplished!
#wearebushnell #bushnellbeacons
Rolling out the red carpet for the 20th Annual Iggy Awards! 📸🏅
 
2026 was a standout year for Bushnell University Athletics, filled with incredible achievements, big wins, and a continued commitment to being Tri-Athletes! As individual competitors and as teammates, our Beacons have made us proud in their sports and in the classroom.
 
SCO’ BEACS! 👏 We love celebrating all that you have accomplished!
#wearebushnell #bushnellbeacons
Rolling out the red carpet for the 20th Annual Iggy Awards! 📸🏅
 
2026 was a standout year for Bushnell University Athletics, filled with incredible achievements, big wins, and a continued commitment to being Tri-Athletes! As individual competitors and as teammates, our Beacons have made us proud in their sports and in the classroom.
 
SCO’ BEACS! 👏 We love celebrating all that you have accomplished!
#wearebushnell #bushnellbeacons
Rolling out the red carpet for the 20th Annual Iggy Awards! 📸🏅
 
2026 was a standout year for Bushnell University Athletics, filled with incredible achievements, big wins, and a continued commitment to being Tri-Athletes! As individual competitors and as teammates, our Beacons have made us proud in their sports and in the classroom.
 
SCO’ BEACS! 👏 We love celebrating all that you have accomplished!
#wearebushnell #bushnellbeacons
Rolling out the red carpet for the 20th Annual Iggy Awards! 📸🏅
 
2026 was a standout year for Bushnell University Athletics, filled with incredible achievements, big wins, and a continued commitment to being Tri-Athletes! As individual competitors and as teammates, our Beacons have made us proud in their sports and in the classroom.
 
SCO’ BEACS! 👏 We love celebrating all that you have accomplished!
#wearebushnell #bushnellbeacons
Rolling out the red carpet for the 20th Annual Iggy Awards! 📸🏅
 
2026 was a standout year for Bushnell University Athletics, filled with incredible achievements, big wins, and a continued commitment to being Tri-Athletes! As individual competitors and as teammates, our Beacons have made us proud in their sports and in the classroom.
 
SCO’ BEACS! 👏 We love celebrating all that you have accomplished!
#wearebushnell #bushnellbeacons
Rolling out the red carpet for the 20th Annual Iggy Awards! 📸🏅
 
2026 was a standout year for Bushnell University Athletics, filled with incredible achievements, big wins, and a continued commitment to being Tri-Athletes! As individual competitors and as teammates, our Beacons have made us proud in their sports and in the classroom.
 
SCO’ BEACS! 👏 We love celebrating all that you have accomplished!
#wearebushnell #bushnellbeacons
Rolling out the red carpet for the 20th Annual Iggy Awards! 📸🏅
 
2026 was a standout year for Bushnell University Athletics, filled with incredible achievements, big wins, and a continued commitment to being Tri-Athletes! As individual competitors and as teammates, our Beacons have made us proud in their sports and in the classroom.
 
SCO’ BEACS! 👏 We love celebrating all that you have accomplished!
#wearebushnell #bushnellbeacons
Rolling out the red carpet for the 20th Annual Iggy Awards! 📸🏅
 
2026 was a standout year for Bushnell University Athletics, filled with incredible achievements, big wins, and a continued commitment to being Tri-Athletes! As individual competitors and as teammates, our Beacons have made us proud in their sports and in the classroom.
 
SCO’ BEACS! 👏 We love celebrating all that you have accomplished!
#wearebushnell #bushnellbeacons
Rolling out the red carpet for the 20th Annual Iggy Awards! 📸🏅
 
2026 was a standout year for Bushnell University Athletics, filled with incredible achievements, big wins, and a continued commitment to being Tri-Athletes! As individual competitors and as teammates, our Beacons have made us proud in their sports and in the classroom.
 
SCO’ BEACS! 👏 We love celebrating all that you have accomplished!
#wearebushnell #bushnellbeacons
Rolling out the red carpet for the 20th Annual Iggy Awards! 📸🏅
 
2026 was a standout year for Bushnell University Athletics, filled with incredible achievements, big wins, and a continued commitment to being Tri-Athletes! As individual competitors and as teammates, our Beacons have made us proud in their sports and in the classroom.
 
SCO’ BEACS! 👏 We love celebrating all that you have accomplished!
#wearebushnell #bushnellbeacons
Rolling out the red carpet for the 20th Annual Iggy Awards! 📸🏅
 
2026 was a standout year for Bushnell University Athletics, filled with incredible achievements, big wins, and a continued commitment to being Tri-Athletes! As individual competitors and as teammates, our Beacons have made us proud in their sports and in the classroom.
 
SCO’ BEACS! 👏 We love celebrating all that you have accomplished!
#wearebushnell #bushnellbeacons
Rolling out the red carpet for the 20th Annual Iggy Awards! 📸🏅
 
2026 was a standout year for Bushnell University Athletics, filled with incredible achievements, big wins, and a continued commitment to being Tri-Athletes! As individual competitors and as teammates, our Beacons have made us proud in their sports and in the classroom.
 
SCO’ BEACS! 👏 We love celebrating all that you have accomplished!
#wearebushnell #bushnellbeacons
Rolling out the red carpet for the 20th Annual Iggy Awards! 📸🏅
 
2026 was a standout year for Bushnell University Athletics, filled with incredible achievements, big wins, and a continued commitment to being Tri-Athletes! As individual competitors and as teammates, our Beacons have made us proud in their sports and in the classroom.
 
SCO’ BEACS! 👏 We love celebrating all that you have accomplished!
#wearebushnell #bushnellbeacons
Rolling out the red carpet for the 20th Annual Iggy Awards! 📸🏅
 
2026 was a standout year for Bushnell University Athletics, filled with incredible achievements, big wins, and a continued commitment to being Tri-Athletes! As individual competitors and as teammates, our Beacons have made us proud in their sports and in the classroom.
 
SCO’ BEACS! 👏 We love celebrating all that you have accomplished!
#wearebushnell #bushnellbeacons
Rolling out the red carpet for the 20th Annual Iggy Awards! 📸🏅
 
2026 was a standout year for Bushnell University Athletics, filled with incredible achievements, big wins, and a continued commitment to being Tri-Athletes! As individual competitors and as teammates, our Beacons have made us proud in their sports and in the classroom.
 
SCO’ BEACS! 👏 We love celebrating all that you have accomplished!
#wearebushnell #bushnellbeacons
Rolling out the red carpet for the 20th Annual Iggy Awards! 📸🏅
 
2026 was a standout year for Bushnell University Athletics, filled with incredible achievements, big wins, and a continued commitment to being Tri-Athletes! As individual competitors and as teammates, our Beacons have made us proud in their sports and in the classroom.
 
SCO’ BEACS! 👏 We love celebrating all that you have accomplished!
#wearebushnell #bushnellbeacons
Rolling out the red carpet for the 20th Annual Iggy Awards! 📸🏅
 
2026 was a standout year for Bushnell University Athletics, filled with incredible achievements, big wins, and a continued commitment to being Tri-Athletes! As individual competitors and as teammates, our Beacons have made us proud in their sports and in the classroom.
 
SCO’ BEACS! 👏 We love celebrating all that you have accomplished!
#wearebushnell #bushnellbeacons
Rolling out the red carpet for the 20th Annual Iggy Awards! 📸🏅   2026 was a standout year for Bushnell University Athletics, filled with incredible achievements, big wins, and a continued commitment to being Tri-Athletes! As individual competitors and as teammates, our Beacons have made us proud in their sports and in the classroom.   SCO’ BEACS! 👏 We love celebrating all that you have accomplished! #wearebushnell #bushnellbeacons
4 days ago
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Dancing the night away at the Great Gatsby Gala, now with video! 🎞️ Thank you to our @asbubeacons for making Spring Formal 2026 a reality!
5 days ago
View on Instagram |
4/8
Jumping back into the classroom for Mic’d Up Beacs! 🗣️🎙️ with Professor Shelly Hartzell! We tuned in to ACTG 212: Principles of Accounting II as Professor Hartzell continued to guide students through everything from job order costing to budgeting, all while keeping the energy high with plenty of jokes and banter along the way. Raise your hand if you’re an Accounting student! ✋
6 days ago
View on Instagram |
5/8
Snapshots from a dazzling evening at our Great Gatsby Gala 📸✨
Our Beacons definitely brought the energy and elegance to this year’s Spring Formal!

You can see the full gallery of photos to download on our University Pixieset.
Click the Linktree in our bio to see the full gallery!
Snapshots from a dazzling evening at our Great Gatsby Gala 📸✨
Our Beacons definitely brought the energy and elegance to this year’s Spring Formal!

You can see the full gallery of photos to download on our University Pixieset.
Click the Linktree in our bio to see the full gallery!
Snapshots from a dazzling evening at our Great Gatsby Gala 📸✨
Our Beacons definitely brought the energy and elegance to this year’s Spring Formal!

You can see the full gallery of photos to download on our University Pixieset.
Click the Linktree in our bio to see the full gallery!
Snapshots from a dazzling evening at our Great Gatsby Gala 📸✨
Our Beacons definitely brought the energy and elegance to this year’s Spring Formal!

You can see the full gallery of photos to download on our University Pixieset.
Click the Linktree in our bio to see the full gallery!
Snapshots from a dazzling evening at our Great Gatsby Gala 📸✨
Our Beacons definitely brought the energy and elegance to this year’s Spring Formal!

You can see the full gallery of photos to download on our University Pixieset.
Click the Linktree in our bio to see the full gallery!
Snapshots from a dazzling evening at our Great Gatsby Gala 📸✨
Our Beacons definitely brought the energy and elegance to this year’s Spring Formal!

You can see the full gallery of photos to download on our University Pixieset.
Click the Linktree in our bio to see the full gallery!
Snapshots from a dazzling evening at our Great Gatsby Gala 📸✨
Our Beacons definitely brought the energy and elegance to this year’s Spring Formal!

You can see the full gallery of photos to download on our University Pixieset.
Click the Linktree in our bio to see the full gallery!
Snapshots from a dazzling evening at our Great Gatsby Gala 📸✨ Our Beacons definitely brought the energy and elegance to this year’s Spring Formal! You can see the full gallery of photos to download on our University Pixieset. Click the Linktree in our bio to see the full gallery!
1 week ago
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Say hi to our Beacons! 👋
1 week ago
View on Instagram |
7/8
Mic’d Up Beacs! 🗣️🎙️ continues with Jada, Morgan, and our women’s golf team as they get some practice out on the green this spring! @bushnellwgolf
2 weeks ago
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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.

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.