Bible & Theology
Major & Minor
Through Bushnell’s Bible and Theology major, students will develop the tools you need to more effectively study Scripture and theology — whether your plans involve teaching, church ministry or seminary. You’ll also have the opportunity to explore and expand upon your spiritual gifts, preparing you for leadership roles in churches, non-profit organizations and other vocational ministries.
Become who you were made to be and gain the knowledge, skill, and faith development you’ll need to be an effective Christian leader.
Graduate Programs
Contact
Agam Iheanyi-Igwe, Ph.D.
Associate Dean, School of Bible & World Christianity
Program Director
541-684-7314
aiheanyiigwe@bushnell.edu
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Graduate Programs
Contact
Agam Iheanyi-Igwe, Ph.D.
Associate Dean, School of Bible & World Christianity
541-684-7314
aiheanyiigwe@bushnell.edu
Why Choose Bushnell?
As a Bible and Theology major, students will help discern, explore, and grow in their clarity about God’s calling regardless of the vocation. Our program combines academic study with spiritual formation, deepening your knowledge of biblical texts and theological concepts.
Benefit from expert faculty and small class sizes that offer personalized guidance. Engage in a learning environment where faith and academics intersect, with service opportunities and internships that apply your knowledge.
Program Overview
Program Objectives
Graduates of this program will:
- Display broad knowledge of the Bible’s contents
- Engage critically with the Bible and scholarly interpretations of it
- Be prepared to enter seminary studies for ministry
- Be prepared to enter graduate programs in Bible or theology in preparation for advanced degrees in these areas
- Demonstrate facility in one or more of the biblical languages by applying it exegetically to the interpretation of texts if they have chosen to emphasize Bible in their program
- Display broad knowledge of the post-biblical Christian theological traditions, and specialization in at least one branch of Christian theology if they have chosen to emphasize theology in their program
Highlighted Courses
BTM 201 Life of Christ
This course studies the life of Christ through the Synoptic Gospels and John, examining the historical, geographical, political, Middle-Eastern cultural and chronological stage as well as the story line of Palestine. The insights will be integrated into active discipleship of the student and the life of the Church.
BTM 315 Social Justice in the Gospels and Prophets & The 21st Century
We will enter the stories of Jesus’ & the Prophets’ (including the prophets as Samuel and Nathan etc.) watching their interaction and reading their writings which deal with the injustices ranging from issues of race, to sexuality and divorce, to power, poverty, and genocide. We will also look at Biblical passages that are often understood to justify a variety of topics such as slavery, rape, and genocide. Our goal will be to peer deeply into the history and culture of these passages and then apply them to 21st century needs. The vocational outcome will be to prepare students in Pastoral, Youth, and Missions work to apply these principles locally and globally in real life settings grounded in a Christian World View.
Beacon Points of Pride
- 100% of traditional undergraduates students graduate with at least 135 hours of field experience
- 190 company and school internship and field experience partners
- The National Board of Certified Counselors (NBCC) reported a 100-percent pass rate for Bushnell students on the national exams (NCE & NCMHE) over the last year. Bushnell students score on average higher than the national averages on 12 of the 14 exam areas
- According to EDsmart.org, a nationally recognized publisher of college resources and rankings, Bushnell University is ranked 2nd in the state of Oregon among fully accredited universities and colleges
Career Opportunities
Potential careers with a bachelor’s degree in Bible & Theology include:
- Theologian
- College Professor
- Pastor
- Christian School Teacher
- Evangelist
- Non-Profit
Internship Sites
- Bushnell University
- Eugene Faith Center
- Springfield Faith Center
- Lake Oswego YoungLife
- Grace Community Fellowship
- Twin Oaks Christian Church
- Willamette Christian Center
Life After Graduation
A sampling of where our graduates are employed include:
- Bushnell University
- International project, NY
- Cornerstone United Methodist Church, Covington WA
- Willamette Christian Center, Eugene OR
- Twin Oaks Christian Church
- Northwood Christian Church, Springfield OR
- Redmond Christian Church
- Grace Community Fellowship
Additionally, here are some graduate/seminary programs that our former students are currently enrolled at:
- Fuller Seminary
- Emmanuel Christian Seminary
- Bushnell University
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Meet the Dean
Agam Iheanyi-Igwe, Ph.D.
“The Bible and Theology program helps you deepen your understanding of scripture and learn how to interpret and apply its principles. Rigorous academic study and the emphasis on spiritual formation foster personal growth and transformation.
Join a dynamic community of students and experienced faculty who care deeply about each student and share a passion for the value of scripture and its relevance today. Study the Bible in its historical, linguistic, cultural, and literary contexts, and learn to think theologically about everything. Whether you’re interested in pursuing ministry or graduate studies, this program leaves you equipped.”
School of Bible & World Christianity Faculty
Agam Iheanyi-Igwe, Ph.D. Melisa Ortiz Berry, Ph.D. Mick Bollenbaugh, Ph.D. Rev. Troy Dean, M.A. Joshua Little, M.A. Dennis Lindsey, Ph.D. A.J. Swoboda, Ph.D.