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June 16, 2026

Bushnell University Receives $250,000 Grant to Expand Rural Healthcare Access

EUGENE, Ore. – Bushnell University is committed to improving the health and wellness of the Lane County region. To help fulfill that commitment, Bushnell has been awarded a $250,000 grant […]

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Tysen Buhler '16

At Bushnell University, every detail of the campus environment plays a part in shaping the student experience, and much of that begins with the grounds themselves. Tysen Buhler ’16 wears many hats as the Grounds Manager for Facilities Services, but he sums it up simply: “If it’s outside, I’m at least somewhat responsible for it.”

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Three Bushnell University students smile on campus while holding and pointing to a copy of The Beacon, the university's student publication.

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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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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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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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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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Five years of consecutive enrollment growth and a new undergraduate enrollment record!

This fall, Bushnell University welcomed a record 603 undergraduate students, a 6% increase from last year, while overall enrollment grew to 796 students. Across the 2025–26 academic year, Bushnell’s 12-month enrollment reached 950+ students, an 18% increase since 2022. We also welcomed 326 new students to the Bushnell community for a 22% increase from last year!

We’re excited to see our community continue to grow! Read the full story and explore this year’s enrollment numbers on our website link in our bio!

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Five years of consecutive enrollment growth and a new undergraduate enrollment record!

This fall, Bushnell University welcomed a record 603 undergraduate students, a 6% increase from last year, while overall enrollment grew to 796 students. Across the 2025–26 academic year, Bushnell’s 12-month enrollment reached 950+ students, an 18% increase since 2022. We also welcomed 326 new students to the Bushnell community for a 22% increase from last year!

We’re excited to see our community continue to grow! Read the full story and explore this year’s enrollment numbers on our website link in our bio!

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Beacs cheering on Beaks under the big lights! 📣🏈

One of the perks of being a Beacon in Eugene is getting to enjoy experiences like college football just across the street!

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Beacs cheering on Beaks under the big lights! 📣🏈

One of the perks of being a Beacon in Eugene is getting to enjoy experiences like college football just across the street!

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Do you remember… these fall September days? 🍁

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Do you remember… these fall September days? 🍁

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Serving our community on ETC Day 2026! 💙💛
Check out our full group of serving Beacons from above at the end!

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Serving our community on ETC Day 2026! 💙💛
Check out our full group of serving Beacons from above at the end!

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We were honored to welcome Dr. LeRoy Lawson ’60 back to Bushnell as our guest speaker for Chapel today!

An author, pastor, Bushnell alum, and President Emeritus of Hope International University, Dr. Lawson gave a message of encouragement to our students, leaving them with these words: “Don’t lie. Be good. Love widely. And grow up in every way into Christ.”

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We were honored to welcome Dr. LeRoy Lawson ’60 back to Bushnell as our guest speaker for Chapel today!

An author, pastor, Bushnell alum, and President Emeritus of Hope International University, Dr. Lawson gave a message of encouragement to our students, leaving them with these words: “Don’t lie. Be good. Love widely. And grow up in every way into Christ.”

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📣 Shoutout to our Student Life Student Leaders who are ready to help make Bushnell a great place to learn, connect, and belong!

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📣 Shoutout to our Student Life Student Leaders who are ready to help make Bushnell a great place to learn, connect, and belong!

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Next week, we serve our community.
Embrace the Community is Thursday, September 17, and our Beacons will be serving throughout the Eugene and Springfield area. Together, let’s serve our neighbors as Christ has called us to do.

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