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
Lucinda Day Fournier
The Blegen era begins at Linfield University
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
Linfield University welcomes two new trustees to the board
Accomplished alumni Susie Kuhn ’97 and Sara Gomez Horta ’17 bring global leadership and public service expertise to Linfield’s governing board The Linfield University Board of Trustees has appointed two distinguished alumni to its ranks, welcoming Susie Kuhn ’97 and Sara Gomez Horta ’17 as new members. Both bring valuable perspectives and a shared passion for Linfield, … [Read more...] about Linfield University welcomes two new trustees to the board
Linfield University to celebrate Class of 2025 with commencement and pinning ceremonies
Linfield University will honor the graduating Class of 2025 with a series of events culminating in a university-wide commencement ceremony at 10 a.m. Sunday, June 1. The ceremony will feature two-time Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist and Yamhill County native Nicholas Kristof as the keynote speaker. The program also includes remarks from Lucinda Day Fournier ’95, chair of the … [Read more...] about Linfield University to celebrate Class of 2025 with commencement and pinning ceremonies
Dyess, Henberg to co-chair presidential search committee
Linfield University Board of Trustees members Kirby Dyess and Marvin Henberg will serve as co-chairs of the search committee tasked with identifying the institution’s next president, board chair Lucinda Day Fournier ’95 announced Friday. … [Read more...] about Dyess, Henberg to co-chair presidential search committee
