Dr. Mark Blegen officially began his tenure on Tuesday as Linfield University’s 21st president, bringing decades of experience in academic leadership and a deep commitment to student success. Blegen most recently served as provost and vice president for academic affairs at Carroll University in Wisconsin, where he oversaw new academic initiatives, expanded graduate offerings … [Read more...] about The Blegen era begins at Linfield University
Becky Johnson
Thousands celebrate class of 2025 on a perfect day in the Oak Grove
Under clear blue skies and surrounded by towering oaks, Linfield University honored the Class of 2025 in a joyful and heartfelt commencement ceremony Sunday morning on the university’s McMinnville campus. Several thousand friends, family members, alumni and guests gathered in the Oak Grove to celebrate more than 470 graduates during the university’s capstone year-end … [Read more...] about Thousands celebrate class of 2025 on a perfect day in the Oak Grove
Linfield named an ‘Opportunity College and University’ in new Carnegie Classification
National honor confirms what Linfield students already know: opportunity lives here Linfield University has been named an “Opportunity College and University” in the newly released Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education, putting a national spotlight on Linfield’s long-standing commitment to access, affordability and social mobility. The updated … [Read more...] about Linfield named an ‘Opportunity College and University’ in new Carnegie Classification
Linfield University dedicates Loveridge Hall on its Portland campus
More than 100 Linfield-Good Samaritan School of Nursing students, employees and alumni gathered Tuesday to dedicate Loveridge Hall on the Linfield University Portland Campus. The building, previously unnamed, contains the three largest auditorium-style classrooms on the campus. It is now also the site of a historical exhibit honoring Emily L. Loveridge as an early nursing … [Read more...] about Linfield University dedicates Loveridge Hall on its Portland campus
Linfield University names former Major League Baseball player Scott Brosius as next athletic director
Linfield University on Thursday named Scott Brosius as athletic director. Interim President Rebecca L. Johnson said Brosius rose to the top among a deep pool of candidates to oversee athletics at the 166-year-old university known for the success of its NCAA Division III sports teams. Brosius will begin in the new position on or before May 13. He will replace Doug Hire, who has … [Read more...] about Linfield University names former Major League Baseball player Scott Brosius as next athletic director
