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  • We want to congratulate Katy Lemieux, MSN, RN, on receiving the Presidents' Award for Teaching Excellence and Campus Leadership!

Katy Lemieux serves as Program Director and Assistant Professor of Nursing at our university, where she is recognized for excellence in teaching, leadership, and dedication to student success. Through her work in the nursing program, she has helped cultivate an environment that challenges and supports students academically, professionally, and personally. 

Katy is known for integrating faith and learning through compassion, mentorship, and a deep commitment to preparing students for lives of service and leadership in healthcare.

Thank you for all that you do for Bushnell, Katy! Congratulations!
Read more at bushnell.edu!
#WeAreBushnell
    2 hours ago
  • Our study abroad class of 2026 is having a great time in Spain this summer! 🇪🇸
We're looking forward to hearing and sharing more about their three week trip in the near future!
    1 day ago
  • We want to congratulate Corey Anderson on receiving the Presidents' Award for Exemplary Staff Performance and Campus Leadership at Spring Commencement!

Corey has faithfully served our university for 20 years as Athletic Director, demonstrating exceptional leadership, character, and dedication to student development. Throughout his tenure, he has fostered an athletics program centered on mentorship, accountability, and holistic student success while advancing the university’s mission and values. 

Corey is widely respected for his humility, steady leadership, and commitment to supporting students, colleagues, and the broader campus community. His leadership contributed to the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics conferring upon Bushnell its highest institutional honor, the National School of Character.

Thank you for all that you do for Bushnell, Corey! Congratulations!
Read more at bushnell.edu!
#WeAreBushnell
    2 days ago
  • Today, we pause to honor and remember the brave men and women who gave their lives in service to our country, as well as the communities who carry their memories forward.

As we gather with family and friends this Memorial Day, we wish our Bushnell community well and express our gratitude for those who served with bravery and selflessness.

"Greater love has no one than this: to lay down one’s life for one’s friends." – John 15:13
    3 days ago
  • Congratulations to Jacob Courtney on being awarded the distinguished President's Scholastic Award at Spring Commencement! 🏆

Jacob graduated with a remarkable 4.40 grade point average (GPA), with 126 credits at Bushnell, and received his Bachelor of Science degree in Biology during Spring Commencement.
Great job, Jacob!
    6 days ago
  • Our 2026 mission teams for 🇰🇭 Cambodia and 🇽🇰 Kosova are officially on the ground and serving!

Please join us in praying for safe travels, Christ-filled connections, and impactful experiences during their time overseas. Stay tuned for highlights from their trips later this summer!
    1 week ago
  • Congratulations to Annika Poet for receiving the Kendall E. Burke Award, one of Bushnell University's highest honors! 🏆

Annika was presented the award during Spring Commencement, where she graduated summa cum laude with a Bachelor of Science in Biology and received a medallion as a Song Nai Rhee Honors Scholar.

The recipient of the Dr. Kendall E. Burke Award, determined through a vote by the student body and faculty of Bushnell University, is presented with a distinctive Bible during the Spring Commencement service. This award is bestowed upon individuals who have demonstrated exceptional academic achievement, served as a source of inspiration to both students and faculty, embodied high ideals of Christian character, and made significant contributions to the University’s mission. This distinguished honor was named in tribute to the late Dr. Kendall E. Burke’s wholehearted Christian service to the University.

Great work, Annika!
    1 week ago
  • There are so many new students that we get to welcome in the fall! Here's just a few of our incoming Beacons! 💙💛

Future Beacons! Get to know a few of your fellow classmates through our @bushnelladmissions account, where we post new student intros and would love to feature even more. DM the @bushnelladmissions account with a few favorite photos of yourself and a quick bio with your name, hometown, intended major, and other fun facts about you!
    1 week ago
We want to congratulate Katy Lemieux, MSN, RN, on receiving the Presidents' Award for Teaching Excellence and Campus Leadership!

Katy Lemieux serves as Program Director and Assistant Professor of Nursing at our university, where she is recognized for excellence in teaching, leadership, and dedication to student success. Through her work in the nursing program, she has helped cultivate an environment that challenges and supports students academically, professionally, and personally. 

Katy is known for integrating faith and learning through compassion, mentorship, and a deep commitment to preparing students for lives of service and leadership in healthcare.

Thank you for all that you do for Bushnell, Katy! Congratulations!
Read more at bushnell.edu!
#WeAreBushnell
We want to congratulate Katy Lemieux, MSN, RN, on receiving the Presidents' Award for Teaching Excellence and Campus Leadership! Katy Lemieux serves as Program Director and Assistant Professor of Nursing at our university, where she is recognized for excellence in teaching, leadership, and dedication to student success. Through her work in the nursing program, she has helped cultivate an environment that challenges and supports students academically, professionally, and personally. Katy is known for integrating faith and learning through compassion, mentorship, and a deep commitment to preparing students for lives of service and leadership in healthcare. Thank you for all that you do for Bushnell, Katy! Congratulations! Read more at bushnell.edu! #WeAreBushnell
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Our study abroad class of 2026 is having a great time in Spain this summer! 🇪🇸
We're looking forward to hearing and sharing more about their three week trip in the near future!
Our study abroad class of 2026 is having a great time in Spain this summer! 🇪🇸
We're looking forward to hearing and sharing more about their three week trip in the near future!
Our study abroad class of 2026 is having a great time in Spain this summer! 🇪🇸
We're looking forward to hearing and sharing more about their three week trip in the near future!
Our study abroad class of 2026 is having a great time in Spain this summer! 🇪🇸 We're looking forward to hearing and sharing more about their three week trip in the near future!
1 day ago
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We want to congratulate Corey Anderson on receiving the Presidents' Award for Exemplary Staff Performance and Campus Leadership at Spring Commencement!

Corey has faithfully served our university for 20 years as Athletic Director, demonstrating exceptional leadership, character, and dedication to student development. Throughout his tenure, he has fostered an athletics program centered on mentorship, accountability, and holistic student success while advancing the university’s mission and values. 

Corey is widely respected for his humility, steady leadership, and commitment to supporting students, colleagues, and the broader campus community. His leadership contributed to the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics conferring upon Bushnell its highest institutional honor, the National School of Character.

Thank you for all that you do for Bushnell, Corey! Congratulations!
Read more at bushnell.edu!
#WeAreBushnell
We want to congratulate Corey Anderson on receiving the Presidents' Award for Exemplary Staff Performance and Campus Leadership at Spring Commencement! Corey has faithfully served our university for 20 years as Athletic Director, demonstrating exceptional leadership, character, and dedication to student development. Throughout his tenure, he has fostered an athletics program centered on mentorship, accountability, and holistic student success while advancing the university’s mission and values. Corey is widely respected for his humility, steady leadership, and commitment to supporting students, colleagues, and the broader campus community. His leadership contributed to the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics conferring upon Bushnell its highest institutional honor, the National School of Character. Thank you for all that you do for Bushnell, Corey! Congratulations! Read more at bushnell.edu! #WeAreBushnell
2 days ago
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3/8
Today, we pause to honor and remember the brave men and women who gave their lives in service to our country, as well as the communities who carry their memories forward.

As we gather with family and friends this Memorial Day, we wish our Bushnell community well and express our gratitude for those who served with bravery and selflessness.

"Greater love has no one than this: to lay down one’s life for one’s friends." – John 15:13
Today, we pause to honor and remember the brave men and women who gave their lives in service to our country, as well as the communities who carry their memories forward. As we gather with family and friends this Memorial Day, we wish our Bushnell community well and express our gratitude for those who served with bravery and selflessness. "Greater love has no one than this: to lay down one’s life for one’s friends." – John 15:13
4 days ago
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4/8
Congratulations to Jacob Courtney on being awarded the distinguished President's Scholastic Award at Spring Commencement! 🏆

Jacob graduated with a remarkable 4.40 grade point average (GPA), with 126 credits at Bushnell, and received his Bachelor of Science degree in Biology during Spring Commencement.
Great job, Jacob!
Congratulations to Jacob Courtney on being awarded the distinguished President's Scholastic Award at Spring Commencement! 🏆 Jacob graduated with a remarkable 4.40 grade point average (GPA), with 126 credits at Bushnell, and received his Bachelor of Science degree in Biology during Spring Commencement. Great job, Jacob!
6 days ago
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Our 2026 mission teams for 🇰🇭 Cambodia and 🇽🇰 Kosova are officially on the ground and serving!

Please join us in praying for safe travels, Christ-filled connections, and impactful experiences during their time overseas. Stay tuned for highlights from their trips later this summer!
Our 2026 mission teams for 🇰🇭 Cambodia and 🇽🇰 Kosova are officially on the ground and serving!

Please join us in praying for safe travels, Christ-filled connections, and impactful experiences during their time overseas. Stay tuned for highlights from their trips later this summer!
Our 2026 mission teams for 🇰🇭 Cambodia and 🇽🇰 Kosova are officially on the ground and serving!

Please join us in praying for safe travels, Christ-filled connections, and impactful experiences during their time overseas. Stay tuned for highlights from their trips later this summer!
Our 2026 mission teams for 🇰🇭 Cambodia and 🇽🇰 Kosova are officially on the ground and serving!

Please join us in praying for safe travels, Christ-filled connections, and impactful experiences during their time overseas. Stay tuned for highlights from their trips later this summer!
Our 2026 mission teams for 🇰🇭 Cambodia and 🇽🇰 Kosova are officially on the ground and serving! Please join us in praying for safe travels, Christ-filled connections, and impactful experiences during their time overseas. Stay tuned for highlights from their trips later this summer!
1 week ago
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6/8
Congratulations to Annika Poet for receiving the Kendall E. Burke Award, one of Bushnell University's highest honors! 🏆

Annika was presented the award during Spring Commencement, where she graduated summa cum laude with a Bachelor of Science in Biology and received a medallion as a Song Nai Rhee Honors Scholar.

The recipient of the Dr. Kendall E. Burke Award, determined through a vote by the student body and faculty of Bushnell University, is presented with a distinctive Bible during the Spring Commencement service. This award is bestowed upon individuals who have demonstrated exceptional academic achievement, served as a source of inspiration to both students and faculty, embodied high ideals of Christian character, and made significant contributions to the University’s mission. This distinguished honor was named in tribute to the late Dr. Kendall E. Burke’s wholehearted Christian service to the University.

Great work, Annika!
Congratulations to Annika Poet for receiving the Kendall E. Burke Award, one of Bushnell University's highest honors! 🏆 Annika was presented the award during Spring Commencement, where she graduated summa cum laude with a Bachelor of Science in Biology and received a medallion as a Song Nai Rhee Honors Scholar. The recipient of the Dr. Kendall E. Burke Award, determined through a vote by the student body and faculty of Bushnell University, is presented with a distinctive Bible during the Spring Commencement service. This award is bestowed upon individuals who have demonstrated exceptional academic achievement, served as a source of inspiration to both students and faculty, embodied high ideals of Christian character, and made significant contributions to the University’s mission. This distinguished honor was named in tribute to the late Dr. Kendall E. Burke’s wholehearted Christian service to the University. Great work, Annika!
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There are so many new students that we get to welcome in the fall! Here's just a few of our incoming Beacons! 💙💛

Future Beacons! Get to know a few of your fellow classmates through our @bushnelladmissions account, where we post new student intros and would love to feature even more. DM the @bushnelladmissions account with a few favorite photos of yourself and a quick bio with your name, hometown, intended major, and other fun facts about you!
There are so many new students that we get to welcome in the fall! Here's just a few of our incoming Beacons! 💙💛

Future Beacons! Get to know a few of your fellow classmates through our @bushnelladmissions account, where we post new student intros and would love to feature even more. DM the @bushnelladmissions account with a few favorite photos of yourself and a quick bio with your name, hometown, intended major, and other fun facts about you!
There are so many new students that we get to welcome in the fall! Here's just a few of our incoming Beacons! 💙💛

Future Beacons! Get to know a few of your fellow classmates through our @bushnelladmissions account, where we post new student intros and would love to feature even more. DM the @bushnelladmissions account with a few favorite photos of yourself and a quick bio with your name, hometown, intended major, and other fun facts about you!
There are so many new students that we get to welcome in the fall! Here's just a few of our incoming Beacons! 💙💛

Future Beacons! Get to know a few of your fellow classmates through our @bushnelladmissions account, where we post new student intros and would love to feature even more. DM the @bushnelladmissions account with a few favorite photos of yourself and a quick bio with your name, hometown, intended major, and other fun facts about you!
There are so many new students that we get to welcome in the fall! Here's just a few of our incoming Beacons! 💙💛

Future Beacons! Get to know a few of your fellow classmates through our @bushnelladmissions account, where we post new student intros and would love to feature even more. DM the @bushnelladmissions account with a few favorite photos of yourself and a quick bio with your name, hometown, intended major, and other fun facts about you!
There are so many new students that we get to welcome in the fall! Here's just a few of our incoming Beacons! 💙💛

Future Beacons! Get to know a few of your fellow classmates through our @bushnelladmissions account, where we post new student intros and would love to feature even more. DM the @bushnelladmissions account with a few favorite photos of yourself and a quick bio with your name, hometown, intended major, and other fun facts about you!
There are so many new students that we get to welcome in the fall! Here's just a few of our incoming Beacons! 💙💛

Future Beacons! Get to know a few of your fellow classmates through our @bushnelladmissions account, where we post new student intros and would love to feature even more. DM the @bushnelladmissions account with a few favorite photos of yourself and a quick bio with your name, hometown, intended major, and other fun facts about you!
There are so many new students that we get to welcome in the fall! Here's just a few of our incoming Beacons! 💙💛

Future Beacons! Get to know a few of your fellow classmates through our @bushnelladmissions account, where we post new student intros and would love to feature even more. DM the @bushnelladmissions account with a few favorite photos of yourself and a quick bio with your name, hometown, intended major, and other fun facts about you!
There are so many new students that we get to welcome in the fall! Here's just a few of our incoming Beacons! 💙💛

Future Beacons! Get to know a few of your fellow classmates through our @bushnelladmissions account, where we post new student intros and would love to feature even more. DM the @bushnelladmissions account with a few favorite photos of yourself and a quick bio with your name, hometown, intended major, and other fun facts about you!
There are so many new students that we get to welcome in the fall! Here's just a few of our incoming Beacons! 💙💛

Future Beacons! Get to know a few of your fellow classmates through our @bushnelladmissions account, where we post new student intros and would love to feature even more. DM the @bushnelladmissions account with a few favorite photos of yourself and a quick bio with your name, hometown, intended major, and other fun facts about you!
There are so many new students that we get to welcome in the fall! Here's just a few of our incoming Beacons! 💙💛 Future Beacons! Get to know a few of your fellow classmates through our @bushnelladmissions account, where we post new student intros and would love to feature even more. DM the @bushnelladmissions account with a few favorite photos of yourself and a quick bio with your name, hometown, intended major, and other fun facts about you!
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