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Bushnell Honorees Named in Eugene’s 20 Under 40 Award

Bushnell University is celebrating the achievements of two outstanding community leaders with Bushnell ties who have been named among Eugene’s 20 Under 40 honorees. Carrie Gillies, Director of Online & […]

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Faculty Features: Christy Silverthorne, M.A.

For marketing professor Christy Silverthorne, teaching begins with a simple idea: students often need someone to help them see...

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Internship Insights: Jah’Lin Green

During a special Champions of Character Celebratory Chapel on Tuesday, Bushnell University was announced as the 2024-2025 NAIA School...

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Bushnell Employees Honored at Annual Awards Luncheon

EUGENE, Ore. — Bushnell University’s All-Employee Recognition Luncheon took place last week, on Monday, May 11. Acknowledgment was given...

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Katy Lemieux and Corey Anderson Receive Presidents’ Award

EUGENE, Ore. – Bushnell University president Dr. Joseph D. Womack honored two outstanding individuals during Bushnell’s 2026 Spring Commencement for their exceptional dedication,...

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Bushnell University Honors Two Students at Commencement

EUGENE, Ore. – Two graduates of Bushnell University’s Class of 2026 were awarded the University’s most prestigious student awards...

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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Internship Insights: Avery Lenssen

During a special Champions of Character Celebratory Chapel on Tuesday, Bushnell University was announced as the 2024-2025 NAIA School...

Faculty Features: Dr. Doyle Srader

Dr. Doyle Srader remembers the moment his understanding of his own life changed: not during a major achievement, but...

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...

Staff Spotlights: Angela Doty ’00, M.A. ’05

Though many may not realize it, much of what shapes the student experience at Bushnell University is influenced by...

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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

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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!
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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

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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!

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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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Our grads understood the Gradbot assignment 🤝🎓
 
As a fun way to shake off some nerves and celebrate the event, we filmed some slo-mo moments of our graduating Beacons in their caps and gowns before Commencement!
 
The Gradbot videos and candid photos of Commencement can be found on our university Pixieset! Check the link in our bio for our gallery!

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Spring Commencement is still fresh in our minds! 
Flashback to just a few days ago when our graduating Beacons crossed the stage and took their first steps into their next chapter. #BeaconsForLife

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