Beacons For Life!
Bushnell University is more than a place—it’s a community of people. Our alumni and friends span the globe and play a vital role in our continued growth and success.
We are committed to supporting our alumni long after graduation and to serving as an active, engaged partner in the communities we call home. Rooted in a Christ-centered mission, Bushnell fosters wisdom, faith, and service through strong academic programs and meaningful relationships.
Our alumni and friends remain among our greatest strengths and a lasting part of the Bushnell story.
Be a Beacon for Life
Alumni Relations
The Office of Alumni Relations exists to keep our community connected as Beacons for Life. Through lifelong relationships, service, and support, our alumni help advance Bushnell’s mission of fostering wisdom, faith, and service within a Christ-centered community.
Whether you were a Crusader at Northwest Christian College, a Beacon at Northwest Christian University, or a Bushnell Beacon, you are an important part of the Bushnell family.
The Bushnell Alumni Association strengthens the connection between the University and its graduates, building pride in the Bushnell experience and supporting the institution’s continued growth and impact.
We invite you to stay connected, get involved, and share your time, talents, and resources in ways that make a lasting difference.
For more information, contact the Office of Alumni Relations at 541-684-7318 or email Alumni Relations.
We value staying connected with our alumni. Please use the Alumni Update Form to update your contact information or share news about fellow alumni, including memorial notices that help us celebrate and honor their lives in The Beacon.
Career Development
Whether you’re exploring a new career path, navigating a life transition, or returning to the workforce, the Bushnell Office of Career Development is here to support your journey.
Visit Career Development for a complete list of services available to Bushnell alumni or email Career Development with your specific requests!
Looking to hire a Beacon? We welcome employers to share job and internship opportunities with the Bushnell community.
Alumni Scholarship
Did you know that children and grandchildren of Bushnell alumni automatically qualify for a scholarship? Grants of $1,500 per year are given to full-time traditional daytime undergraduate students who are children or grandchildren of alumni. Visit the Financial Aid page for more details.
Transcripts and Diplomas
Get official and unofficial transcripts and diploma replacements.
You can update your address, phone, or e-mail with us through this online form. Please also feel free to use this resource to share news of alumni who have passed away so we can honor them in our The Beacon publication.
You can also update your alumni record by e-mail to Alumni Relations.
If you would prefer to update your alumni record by phone, please call the Office of Alumni Relations at 541-684-7318.
The Beacon editorial board reserves the right to edit or omit any submissions for publication.
Show your Bushnell pride wherever you go. Shop the Beacon Gear Store for official apparel, accessories, and spirit wear for alumni, students, and fans.
The Office of Alumni Relations exists to keep our community connected as Beacons for Life. Through lifelong relationships, service, and support, our alumni help advance Bushnell’s mission of fostering wisdom, faith, and service within a Christ-centered community.
Connect on Social Media
Staying connected to Bushnell has never been easier. Keep up with campus and alumni news, share your own updates, and engage with the Bushnell community through our social media channels. Be sure to update your alumni information so you never miss the latest news, events, and opportunities.
Bushnell University is excited to announce a new journey to transform our campus, our students, and our community: Venture Further.
On Saturday, October 24, we kicked off the new campaign with a celebration of our past and a presentation of our vision for the future as we seek to provide meaningful resources for the community in which we live and serve.
Venture Further: The Campaign for Bushnell University is built upon three pillars:
EXPAND the College of Health Professions – Equipping Bushnell graduates to live out the healing mission of Jesus as competent and compassionate caregivers.
ENHANCE the student experience – Transforming the student experience through campus expansion and supporting a thriving learning community.
EQUIP the next generation of leaders – Continuing Bushnell’s commitment to making higher education affordable and accessible to all students.
With an overall fundraising goal of $36 million, we are incredibly grateful to announce that Venture Further is launching with over $11 million already raised, made possible through the generous support of our alumni, friends, and university partners.
We look forward with excitement and gratitude to all that this next chapter will make possible for Bushnell University and the communities we serve!
Learn more and find ways to give on our dedicated Venture Further webpage: bushnell.edu/venturefurther/
It`s National Transfer Student Week, and we`re celebrating the amazing transfer students who have joined our Bushnell family!
We recently caught up with Aidan Bolton, a new transfer student studying psychology with a focus on forensics, to hear about his experience at Bushnell so far:
“Bushnell has been exceptionally welcoming. From students to faculty, to classrooms or student life, the people at Bushnell have shown me what it feels like to live in a Christ-centered community. This is a place where I feel like I can belong, with people who help me to be the best version of myself."
We`re grateful for Aidan and all our transfer students, along with the families who support them throughout their journeys!
Interested in transferring to Bushnell or simply exploring your options? You can receive a free, unofficial transfer credit evaluation by submitting your transcript through our Transfer Evaluation Request form in our bio. We`ll help you see how your completed coursework could apply toward your degree at Bushnell!
Our Fall 2026 issue of The Beacon magazine is here, available in print and online!
Inside this edition, discover Venture Further and what it means for the next chapter of Bushnell University. You`ll also find exciting stories highlighting our newest academic programs, including MBA specializations in Cybersecurity and Artificial Intelligence, along with early insights into our upcoming wrestling program led by newly hired Director of Wrestling Dylan Costello.
Read the digital edition of The Beacon by clicking the link in our bio!
Keep an eye out for YOUR copy in the mail!
If you`re expecting a copy but haven`t received one, please reach out to our Alumni Relations office to verify your current mailing address.
Relive Beacon Madness 2026 in slow motion highlights!
One week ago, our Bushnell athletic teams performed their dance routines choreographed to movie soundtracks. It was a great night to kick back and eat some popcorn!
Watch the widescreen version on our YouTube!
Last week we asked and you answered how you survive midterms as we hit the halfway point of our fall semester.
And the answer is clear: prayer, studying with support, and maybe just a bit of caffeine! ☕️
@bushnellstudentlife Student Programs hosting our own Womack Hall block party with pickle ball, mini donuts, and more at last week’s Beacon Night!
Beacons take the big screen! 📺🎶
Beacon Madness 2026 was an incredible night of performances from our athletic teams as they synced their dance routines to movie soundtracks.
Taking a look at our Beacons’ backwards running forms… or maybe it was forwards? 🏃♀️🏃
Bushnell University is embarking on the most significant expansion efforts in its 131 years. Our Board of Trustees and President invite you to join us on Saturday, October 24, 2026, 7 PM at Venue 252 as we celebrate our past and present our vision for the future.
You can RSVP for FREE by Thursday, October 15 for the event through contacting our Advancement Office or givebutter.com/founders-day-celebration-2026
Attire: Business Casual or Beacon Blue & Gold
We encourage alumni, community members, civic leaders, parents, students, faculty, and staff to attend this hosted dessert reception featuring music, special guests, and an inspirational address from President Joseph Womack.
We hope to see you there!
Enjoying making connections and showing off Bushnell to students and their families on our first fall Preview Day of 2026!
🍂🎃☕️ Fall favorites, but make it cinematic.
Check out our dueling dorms at this year’s Dorm Wars! 🆚
Beacons battled it out to see which residence hall is the best on Bushnell University campus!
The Beacon Magazine
Produced twice per year, The Beacon magazine the official magazine of Bushnell University and is mailed, at no charge, to alumni, parents, pastors, and friends of the University.
Alumni & Community Events
There are many ways to stay connected and make an impact at Bushnell. Join us for alumni and community events throughout the year, or explore opportunities to serve, lead, and mentor the next generation of Beacons. Whatever your interests, we look forward to helping you stay engaged with the Bushnell community.
Annual Evening of Tribute
An annual gathering to honor members of the community who have shown outstanding commitment to Bushnell’s mission, as well as an opportunity to raise scholarship funds for students. It is a ticketed, semi-formal event that includes a reception, dinner, and dessert.
Thank you for joining us in honoring our Beacon award recipients and preparing future Beacons through support of the Beacon Fund for Student Scholarships.
Community Partners
Partner with Bushnell and make a lasting impact on students and the community. We value relationships with local organizations and welcome opportunities to work together in support of current and prospective students. Explore some of the ways your organization can engage with and advance Bushnell’s mission.
Become a Sponsor
Sponsorship of Bushnell University programs provides both financial stability to the ongoing educational mission as well as a chance for your organization to align itself with a university whose reputation is strong and rising. The list of current corporate sponsors is full of companies known for their generosity, commitment to the community, and investment in the long-term vision of the value of a faith-based University in the region.
Link Corporate sponsors, talk with Ali.
The most common ways that our for-profit industry partners support the University are through sponsorship of:
- Athletic programs and facilities
- Special programs such as the music department or library
- Capital campaign gifts (including naming rights) and budget-relieving in-kind gifts
- The Center for Leadership & Ethics (including the annual Evening of Tribute)
- The Beacon Classic golf tournament fundraiser
- The Becoming Beloved Community Board of Trustees Event
- Mission trips, service projects, and other specific campus initiatives.
If you have any questions, contact:
Make an Impact Through Partnership
Host Student Interns
Help students gain valuable real-world experience while supporting your organization’s goals. All traditional undergraduate students—and many online students—complete internships as part of their degree programs. If your organization offers internship opportunities, we’d love to connect with you.
Invest in Employee Education
Support your employees’ professional growth through Bushnell’s online degree programs. Partner organizations can provide educational opportunities for their workforce while taking advantage of scholarship benefits and enrollment support offered by the University.
Admissions Office
Join the Center for Leadership and Ethics
Develop ethical, values-driven leaders within your organization. Bushnell’s Center for Leadership and Ethics equips students, alumni, and community members with faith-integrated leadership training designed to inspire integrity and meaningful change.
Church Relations
Bushnell is committed to strengthening connections with local churches and ministries through meaningful partnership opportunities. From guest speakers and worship teams to campus events and chapel resources, we invite churches and ministry leaders to engage with our students, faculty, and broader university community.
Pulpit Supply and Speaking Engagements
University faculty, staff, and students are available to serve as pulpit supply for a sermon or topical presentations.
The speaker list includes, but is not limited to:
Dr. Joseph Womack, President
Dr. Keith Potter, Vice President for University Advancement
Dr. Agam Iheanyi-Igwe, Associate Dean of Bible, Theology, and Ministry
Dr. A.J. Swoboda, Assistant Professor of Biblical Studies and World Christianity
Annual Church Fair
Held at the beginning of each fall semester, the Bushnell Church Fair connects students with local churches and campus ministries. Hosted during the first week of classes, the event welcomes nearly 30 churches and ministry partners to meet students, share their missions, and help new students find opportunities for worship, fellowship, and service in the Eugene community.
Berean Baptist Church, City Salt Church, Collegiate Christian Fellowship of First Baptist Eugene, Ekklesia, Emmaus Life, First Christian Church Eugene, Generations Church, Gospel Community Church, Grace Community Fellowship, Harrisburg Christian Church, Immanuel Lutheran Church, Life Bible Church, New Hope Eugene, Newman Center, North Park Community Church, Northwood Christian Church, Onyx House, Resonate, Santa Clara Church, St. Mary’s Episcopal Church, St. John the Wonderworker Orthodox Church, Summit Creek Church, The Rising, University Fellowship, Westside Christian Church, Westside Faith Center, Willamette Christian Center, and YoungLife.
For more information regarding the Bushnell University Church Fair or to register space for your church or college ministry to participate, please contact:
Agam Iheanyi-Igwe, Ph.D.
Professor of Theology
The Grove Collective
The Grove Collective is the primary musical worship leadership team, and it is highly active in Bushnell Chapel and traveling events, providing broad musical and technical opportunities.
To schedule The Grove Collective, our traveling worship team, contact:
Chapel & Events
You can find all the recordings of Bushnell’s signature events on our Bushnell Church Relations YouTube channel and you can watch our Chapel services each week as well as past recordings on the main Bushnell University YouTube channel.
Connect with our Advancement Team
We grow the University by building partnerships with people and organizations who help our vision come true.
Whether you are alumni, donors, churches, or friends of the University we want to serve you. Our team lives by three core values: Care, Communication, and Courage. We look forward to learning your Beacon story.
Keith Potter, D.D. (hon)
Vice President for University Advancement
Executive Director of the Center for Calling & Community
Corynn Gilbert, Ph.D.
Chief Development Officer
Assistant Vice President for University Advancement
Jared Dodson, M.A.
Donor Relations Specialist
Juliann Ellsworth
Administrative Assistant to Advancement and Alumni Relations
