Latest News and Stories
Cindy Hansen GS'17 leads with faith, community, and vision for her school district
This fall, Cindy Hansen GS'17 and her Jasper R-V School District received national and local news attention for her role in helping the district receive funding to promote a safer learning community for staff and students through the Bipartisan Safer Communities Act. It’s just one way Hansen is making an impact as a superintendent and professor at Bethel.
November 18, 2024 | 10 a.m.
Meet Mild Du ’25: Bethel's student body president
As this year’s student body president of Bethel University, Mild Du ’25 is more than just an involved student—she’s a leader dedicated to fostering inclusivity and awareness within campus life.
November 08, 2024 | 9:15 a.m.
Homecoming and Family Weekend 2024 Highlights
Campus was packed October 11-13 for one of the Bethel community’s most beloved events: Homecoming and Family Weekend. Here are some highlights from this decades-old tradition that combines stunning fall colors with a full lineup of special events.
October 24, 2024 | midnight.
Investing in hope and values
Donors Barb and Rollie Anderson and their family are giving $20 million to Bethel to launch the Anderson Family College of Health Sciences. They want Bethel graduates—future healthcare providers—to offer care so compassionate that patients see God through it.
October 23, 2024 | 10 a.m.
Bethel launches the Anderson Family College of Health Sciences
With a generous $20 million dollar gift, Bethel positions itself to be a leader in excellent faith-based healthcare education in the Midwest through the Anderson Family College of Health Sciences.
October 10, 2024 | 9 a.m.
Aaron Buzay GS’05, GS’11 named Alumnus of the Year for the Graduate School/College of Adult & Professional Studies
After finding success in corporate retail, Aaron Buzay GS’05, GS’11 knew his life needed more balance around his top three values—God, family, and work. Since, he’s found a calling in higher education. Today, he leads several offices at Roger Williams University in Rhode Island.
October 09, 2024 | 2:30 p.m.
Ryan O’Leary S’03 named Bethel Seminary’s Alumnus of the Year
As a member of the Bois Forte Band of Ojibwe and a Christ-follower, Ryan O’Leary S’03 feels strategically positioned to share the gospel with the 11 million Indigenous people across North America. He serves as leader of Converge International’s First Peoples Initiative and president of the National Association of Native Evangelicals.
October 08, 2024 | 11:30 a.m.
Carissa Carroll ’03 named Alumna of the Year for the College of Arts & Sciences
Carissa Carroll ’03's personal journey with her son's Down syndrome diagnosis inspired her to establish a nonprofit dedicated to supporting new parents facing a similar journey. Her organization, Jack’s Basket, provides encouragement and resources to families around the world, helping them navigate their new realities with hope and support.
October 07, 2024 | 5:33 p.m.
