Michael “Mike” Wenz, Linfield's vice president for finance and administration/CFO, has been elected to the McMinnville Area Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors. His three-year term began in October 2025. Wenz’s election strengthens the longstanding relationship between Linfield and the McMinnville business community. The chamber supports local businesses, builds … [Read more...] about Linfield CFO Mike Wenz elected to McMinnville Area Chamber of Commerce Board
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Linfield sets its sights on property development
Written by Scott Unger. Reprinted with permission of the News-Register. Originally published Oct. 31, 2025. Linfield University has contracted brokerage firm Apex Partners to assist with the development of 73 acres and is exploring a variety of options for the land zoned for commercial and residential. Linfield is considering development options for a 40-acre parcel south … [Read more...] about Linfield sets its sights on property development
2024 Oregon Student Government Conference draws 94 student leaders from around the state
Just over 90 students were gathered for the recent Oregon Student Government Conference, held for the first time at Linfield University on Feb. 25. But together, those 94 delegates represent the voice and interest of more than 91,000 college and university students around the state — from the largest public universities to the smallest liberal arts colleges. Organized by … [Read more...] about 2024 Oregon Student Government Conference draws 94 student leaders from around the state
Erik Stenehjem to lead newly created Department of Safety and Risk Management
To increase coordination of safety at Linfield University, the Office of Environmental Health, Safety and Risk Management is combining with Linfield Public Safety to form the Department of Safety and Risk Management. The department is led by Erik Stenehjem, who previously held the title of director of environmental health and safety. … [Read more...] about Erik Stenehjem to lead newly created Department of Safety and Risk Management
Linfield names new vice president for finance and administration
Linfield University President Miles K. Davis announced Monday that Michael Wenz has agreed to become the university’s vice president for finance and administration and chief financial officer starting Nov. 1. Wenz has served as the executive director of university budgets at Northeastern Illinois University (NEIU) since 2019. Wenz holds a Ph.D. in economics from University of … [Read more...] about Linfield names new vice president for finance and administration
