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Bushnell Counseling Programs Highly Rated in Oregon 

EUGENE, Ore. — Bushnell University has been ranked No. 4 in Oregon in CounselingPsychology.org’s 2027 counseling-related program rankings, with the University’s Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and School Counseling […]

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Dr. Stephen Andes Named Honors Program Director  

EUGENE, Ore. – Bushnell University has named Dr. Stephen Andes, professor of history, as the new director of the Song...

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Spring ACE Day Showcases Student Research

EUGENE, Ore. – Bushnell University hosted its Spring 2026 Academic Creativity and Excellence (ACE) Day, a campus-wide celebration of...

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Internship Insights: Noely Flores Fonseca

Recent forensic psychology graduate Noely Flores Fonseca ’25 completed her fall internship with the Eugene Police Department this past...

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Bushnell University to Celebrate 2025 Graduates

EUGENE, Ore. – Bushnell University’s Board of Trustees will confer degrees to over 160 students during the December Commencement...

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Students Showcase Research at Bushnell’s Fall ACE Day

EUGENE, Ore. – Bushnell University recently hosted its Fall 2025 Academic Creativity and Excellence Day, a campus-wide celebration of...

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Faculty Features: Dr. Erin Mueller

“Psychology invites us to ask deep questions about what it means to be human,” says Bushnell University psychology professor...

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Internship Insights: Olivia Clark

EUGENE, Ore. – Bushnell University alumna Olivia Clark ’24, who graduated this past spring with a Bachelor of Science...

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Internship Insights: Jah’Lin Green
Read how recent Bushnell graduate Jah’Lin Green built confidence through his Kidsports internship, strengthening his passion for coaching and encouraging young athletes to feel supported and accepted.
Internship Insights: Jah’Lin Green
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Faculty Features: Christy Silverthorne, M.A.
Marketing professor Christy Silverthorne helps students recognize their creativity, build confidence through uncertainty and envision how their strengths can be used to serve others.
Faculty Features: Christy Silverthorne, M.A.
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Staff Spotlights: Jennifer Little, M.A.
Campus Minister Jennifer “Jen” Little creates space for students to breathe, ask honest questions, and grow in faith as they discover who God is calling them to become.
Staff Spotlights: Jennifer Little, M.A.
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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!

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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! ☕️

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@bushnellstudentlife Student Programs hosting our own Womack Hall block party with pickle ball, mini donuts, and more at last week’s Beacon Night!

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Taking a look at our Beacons’ backwards running forms… or maybe it was forwards? 🏃‍♀️🏃

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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!

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🍂🎃☕️ Fall favorites, but make it cinematic.

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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!

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🍦 Post-game Dairy Queen with our Beacons! #foodjitsu

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