Linfield University recently recognized employees whose work contributes to the institution’s mission, values and community. At the annual awards recognition, faculty and staff members were honored for excellence in teaching, scholarship, creative achievement, leadership and engagement. “These awards recognize colleagues whose work strengthens Linfield every day,” President … [Read more...] about Linfield University recognizes employees with 2025–26 university awards
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Armed with actual intelligence
Written by Kirby Neumann-Rea. Reprinted with permission of the News-Register. Originally published June 2, 2026. You can succeed and contribute to the world, Linfield University’s Class of 2026 heard Sunday. Yes, you can, and you already have. It happens with the help of AI — actual intelligence, said speaker Gregory Nava, adding a hopeful twist on the modern … [Read more...] about Armed with actual intelligence
Carrying Linfield forward
Commencement ceremony celebrates relationships, transformation and what's next Trumpeting horns, cheers and sustained applause filled the Linfield University Oak Grove at its 2026 Commencement on Sunday, May 31. The smiles of 481 graduates and more than 5,300 family members and friends matched sunny skies in McMinnville. Yet the ceremony celebrated more than degrees earned. … [Read more...] about Carrying Linfield forward
Blegen inaugurated as Linfield president
Written by Starla Pointer. Reprinted with permission of the News-Register. Originally published May. 12, 2026. Mark Blegen has had a “wonderful” 10 months as president of Linfield University, he said as he prepared for his formal inauguration Friday, May 8, in Ted Wilson Gymnasium on campus. He listed some of the elements that have contributed: “wonderful people, a … [Read more...] about Blegen inaugurated as Linfield president
Award-winning filmmakers, alumni and campus leaders to inspire graduates during Commencement Weekend
From May 29–31, Linfield University will celebrate the Class of 2026 with a weekend of commencement and affinity celebrations recognizing academic achievement, personal growth and the communities that supported students along the way. Throughout the weekend, graduates will hear from award-winning filmmakers, alumni leaders, trustees and student advocates as they mark the … [Read more...] about Award-winning filmmakers, alumni and campus leaders to inspire graduates during Commencement Weekend
