2025-26 Bluffton University News

Faculty Colloquium

Dr. Jeff Gundy, professor emeritus of English, will present a faculty colloquium titled "Further Adventures Among the Phantom Powers."

Hall of Fame

Bluffton University Athletics has welcomed two standout alumni into its Athletics Hall of Fame, recognizing Lori Schwieterman '83 and Jeremy Best '96.

Keeney Peace Lecture Recap

Bluffton University welcomed alumni Dr. Jonathan Moyer '02 back to campus as the featured speaker for the university's 48th annual Keeney Peace Lecture.

Student Senate Forum

Candidates for Bluffton University's Student Senate president will participate in a Presidential Debate Forum.

Faculty Colloquium

Dr. Jonathan Andreas, Howard Raid Professor of Economics, will present a faculty colloquium titled "Creating a Prosperous Culture."

Cross Cultural Forum

Bluffton University students Emily Jones '26, Logan Daughtery '27, Jordan Garmatter '26 and Cami Hazelton '26 will present a Cross-Cultural Experience Forum.

Throughout the forum, members of the newly reinstated Bluffton University Choir joined Turner in song, reinforcing the message that justice is not only something to be discussed but something to be embodied.

In remembrance of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., Bluffton University hosted its annual Martin Luther King Jr. Day Forum presentation, featuring Jonathon Blake Turner, director of choral activities at Bluffton University.

First Tuesday Forum

Micah Dodson '27, a social work major at Bluffton University, will present "Unlocking the Truth in Appalachia" during First Tuesday in the Library

Keeney Peace Lecture Forum

Dr. Jonathan Moyer, associate professor at the Josef Korbel School of International Studies and director of the Frederick S. Pardee Center for International Futures at the University of Denver, will present the Keeney Peace Lecture.

Panelists representing academic, administrative and athletic roles at the university spoke openly about their own paths through college.

Why College Panel Recap

Bluffton University hosted a "Why College?" forum featuring reflections from a panel of first-generation college graduates who shared candid insights about the challenges, growth and long-term value of earning a bachelor's degree.

For 125 years, Bluffton University faculty and staff have dedicated themselves to helping students find their talents, their passions and, ultimately, their way.

Fall 2025 Dean's List

Bluffton University has announced its Dean's List for the fall 2025 semester.

MLK Jr. Day Forum

Jonathon Blake Turner, director of choral activities at Bluffton University, will present the Martin Luther King Jr. Day Forum, "Justice in the Key of Faith: The Sound of the Sanctuary and the Streets."

Faculty Colloquium

Dr. Paul Neufeld Weaver, professor of education and Spanish, will present a faculty colloquium titled "Reflecting on a Bluffton Education: Experiences of African Alumni of Bluffton University."

Why College Forum

A panel of Bluffton University faculty and staff who were first-generation college students will present a Forum titled "Why College?" on Tuesday, Jan. 13.

Bluffton University’s commitment to academic quality and value has been affirmed through national recognition with Best Colleges rankings, including honors related to affordability and strong career outcomes, further underscoring the university’s focus on student success and return on investment.

Affordability Expanded

Bluffton University is strengthening its commitment to access and affordability by expanding key financial aid initiatives designed to make a high-quality Bluffton education attainable for more students and families.

Bluffton University addressed 99% of the audit metrics, with no courses found to be out of compliance with Ohio law.

Science of Reading Standards

Bluffton University has been recognized by the Ohio Department of Higher Education (ODHE) for strong alignment with the state's Science of Reading standards.

Hosted by The Ohio State University’s Agroecosystem Management Program (AMP), this year’s Summit invited participants to explore the theme “Finding Common Ground: Connecting Farms, Food, and Community in the Western Lake Erie Watershed.”

19th Annual Stinner Summit

Bluffton University was honored to welcome farmers, food system professionals, environmental partners and community members from across Ohio as the 19th Annual Stinner Summit.

Bluffton’s longstanding overall excellence was also affirmed through its inclusion on Research.com’s Best Colleges list, further validating the University’s broad commitment to student success and academic achievement.

Best Colleges Ranking

Bluffton University is pleased to announce that it has been honored with multiple distinguished awards for education, speech-language/CSD programing and Best College rankings.

Christmas Forum Recap

Ushering in the holiday season, director of choral activities Jonathon Blake Turner and members of Bluffton's choral society warmed the hearts and spirits of attendees with a program of Christmas carols.

This celebratory gathering brings the campus community together to reflect on the season of Advent and prepare for the Christmas holiday through music, readings and reflection.

Christmas Forum

Bluffton University will hold its annual Christmas Forum at 11 a.m. on Dec. 2 in Yoder Recital Hall.