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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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Craig Dickison to Deliver Commencement Address at Bushnell University

EUGENE, Ore. — Bushnell University is pleased to announce that Craig Dickison, executive director of Lane County Youth For Christ, will...

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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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The Register-Guard: See Inside Bushnell’s University District Campus Renovation

Written by Miranga Cyr, Eugene Register-Guard Even as sections of the former PeaceHealth University District hospital are demolished, one...

Faculty Features: Joshua Little, M.A.

Assistant Professor of Biblical Studies and Christian Formation Joshua Little has always experienced learning as something meant to be...

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Internship Insights: Nathan Griffiths

Senior contemporary music industry major Nathan Griffiths completed his fall internship with the installation team at Brinoch, gaining hands-on...

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A.J. Swoboda

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Nathan Poehlke

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Joshua Little

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Master of Philosophy in Theology

Research & Program Requirements How the Curriculum is Structured Unlike traditional graduate degrees, the M.Phil. centers on independent research...

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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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@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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Catch a glimpse of what your life could be like at Bushnell University by attending our Fall Beacon Preview Days! 🍂

Join us on campus on either Friday, October 9 or Saturday, November 7 to tour our campus in the heart of Eugene, OR, hear from current students about Bushnell community, and enjoy lunch as you connect  with our faculty and staff.

Register today at bushnell.edu/visit or click the link in our bio to save your spot!

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Seeing if our Admissions team members understand the assignment to copy some meme reaction images. Did they get a passing grade?

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Flashback to ETC Day 2026 from last week!
 
Joining together for an afternoon of service, our Beacons supported more than 30 nonprofits, businesses, and churches throughout Eugene and Springfield. Embrace the Community Day gives us an opportunity to collectively pause as a university and connect with our community, while reminding us that serving others isn’t meant for just one day, but every day as Christ did.

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