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
Mark Blegen
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
Registration open for Seattle and Portland meet-and-greet events
Alumni, parents and friends of Linfield University are invited to meet Mark Blegen, Linfield's new president. Blegen hosts Wildcat Welcome Events on Oct. 23 in Seattle and Oct. 29 in Portland. … [Read more...] about Registration open for Seattle and Portland meet-and-greet events
U.S. News & World Report ranks Linfield University No. 1 in Oregon, 56 in nation for social mobility
Linfield University is the No. 56 liberal arts college in the nation — and No. 1 in Oregon — for social mobility of its graduates. This announcement comes Tuesday as part of U.S. News & World Report's annual publication. This is the sixth year in a row that Linfield has topped the 2026 Top Performers on Social Mobility – National Liberal Arts Colleges list. The 2026 … [Read more...] about U.S. News & World Report ranks Linfield University No. 1 in Oregon, 56 in nation for social mobility
President Blegen hosts meet-and-greet receptions
Linfield University is excited to announce a series of Wildcat Welcome Receptions designed to introduce new university president, Mark Blegen, to the university’s valued donors, alumni and friends. Blegen became Linfield's 21st president on July 1, 2025. Beginning this fall and continuing throughout the year, these receptions will take place in various locations to bring … [Read more...] about President Blegen hosts meet-and-greet receptions
