Enrollment at Linfield University has stabilized this fall, with 1,733 students enrolled across its McMinnville, Portland and online programs. Growth in key areas reflects student interest in high-demand, career-focused fields, as well as Linfield’s strong sense of community — both in and out of the classroom. Among the most significant drivers of growth are Linfield’s … [Read more...] about Linfield University enrollment stabilizes as students find programs that fit their futures
Celebrating beginnings, endings and everything in between during Homecoming Weekend
Neither gray skies nor intermittent rain could dampen the Wildcat spirit during Linfield University's 2025 Homecoming Weekend. More than 700 alumni returned to McMinnville to take part in nearly 30 events held on and off campus. Wildcats of all ages reconnected with classmates, celebrated shared memories and cheered the Linfield football team to a 23–6 victory over … [Read more...] about Celebrating beginnings, endings and everything in between during Homecoming Weekend
Linfield Professor Joe Wilkins wins 2025 High Plains International Book Award in Fiction
Congratulations to Linfield University's Joe Wilkins, whose novel "The Entire Sky" has been named the winner of the 2025 High Plains International Book Award in Fiction. Published by Little, Brown and Company in July 2024, "The Entire Sky" follows teenage runaway Justin, rancher Rene Bouchard and Rene’s daughter, Lianne, as their intersecting lives unfold against the rugged … [Read more...] about Linfield Professor Joe Wilkins wins 2025 High Plains International Book Award in Fiction
Linfield to participate in 2025 Great ShakeOut earthquake drill
Linfield University will take part in the 2025 Great ShakeOut earthquake drill at 10:16 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 16. The annual international event helps communities prepare for earthquakes through coordinated safety drills and awareness activities. During the exercise, a CatAlert message will be sent to the Linfield community. The message is only a test, but it serves as a … [Read more...] about Linfield to participate in 2025 Great ShakeOut earthquake drill
Linfield nursing dean Paul Smith makes history as first male elected NLN chair-elect
Smith’s leadership reflects Linfield University’s national impact in advancing nursing education Linfield University’s Paul Smith, professor and dean of the School of Nursing, has been voted chair-elect of the National League for Nursing (NLN) Board of Governors. He becomes the first male in the organization’s history to hold the position. Smith will serve a … [Read more...] about Linfield nursing dean Paul Smith makes history as first male elected NLN chair-elect
