For Sara Gomez Horta ’17, Linfield University once felt out of reach. Now, as a Linfield alumnus, donor and trustee, she is helping make sure more students can see themselves belonging at Linfield. Gomez Horta and her wife, Olivia Markbreiter, established the new Somos Linfield Endowed Scholarship, which provides financial support to students from … [Read more...] about Somos Linfield Endowed Scholarship opens doors for the next generation
Board of Trustees
Four alumni join Linfield University Board of Trustees
The Linfield University Board of Trustees recently approved a resolution to add four new members. The board welcomes accomplished leaders from healthcare, technology, global retail and academia whose combined expertise will help guide the university’s strategic direction and long-term success. The new trustees are Karen Fox ’93, Sadie Kenna ’03, John Ermatinger ’75 and Dr. … [Read more...] about Four alumni join Linfield University Board of Trustees
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
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
Gretchen Bixler moves to the Office of the President
A familiar face has taken on a new role at Linfield University. Gretchen Bixler, who has served as executive assistant for university advancement and strategic communications since July 2024, is now the executive assistant to the president and board of trustees. Bixler joined Linfield in August 2023 as the office coordinator for career development and academic … [Read more...] about Gretchen Bixler moves to the Office of the President
