Beavers All
I'm a Beaver. You're a Beaver. We’re Beavers All. And when we get together, we do
the Beaver Call.
B E A - V E R Beavers. Beavers. Go Beavers!
Bluffton has been known as The Beavers since the late 1920s when long-time coach A.C.
Burcky noted that Beavers are resourceful, accomplish more with less (“works with
twigs, building up large things from small”) and work to leave the world a better
place (“never does things any worse than its ancestors did.”)
Let us celebrate the many ways that we are Beavers All!
Immersion experience
Fulfilling a graduation requirement. And having fun doing it. A semester in Mexico for Coen North leads to competition in javelin and tennis, and of course classes.
The Cuts reopens
Thanks to Edward Hardaway '23, MAEd '26 The Cuts at Bluffton, an on-campus hair salon/barbershop staffed by hairstylists from FreshNFaded, is open for Bluffton and Findlay students.
Full circle at F.A.S.T.
A former athlete at F.A.S.T. training facility, exercise science and strength and conditioning double major Josh Webster returned as an intern and part-time trainer.
Not an internship
"This program allows you to gain experience working as an RN before getting your BSN, which has been really helpful."
Digital marketing
Aidan Smith developed practical skills in digital content creation and analytics during his summer internship. He created and managed social media content and implemented strategies to enhance audience engagement.
Working a bowl game
This experience taught me to not to cut myself short. If you don't take the extra step and put yourself out there, you can miss out on great experiences,"
Learn and network
Nevin Robson helped facilitate basketball camps and tournaments as a summer intern at Run the Show.
Meeting needs
Senior Mara Ruhlen says TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages) is a growing field. She is excited to make a difference in this field.
Police academy bound
With a degree in criminal justice, Ethan Beringer '24 entered the master's of social work program, interned in an adult probation office and plans to enroll in the police academy.
Intern to employee
“The classes here have expanded my knowledge exponentially, specifically microeconomics and macroeconomics. I have grown in my interpersonal communication skills too. I’m able to communicate more effectively.”
Career discernment
A $1,500 Summer Discovery Grant allowed Kayla Nartker to interview and observe English teachers and teachers in Catholic schools to explore career opportunities.
Ministry internship
A middle childhood education major, Drew Snipes worked with youth and planned events during a summer internship at Grace Fellowship in Pickerington, Ohio.
Job offer in hand
Imani Smith-Enamorado '25, a medical laboratory science major from Middletown, Ohio, has been working in a laboratory and has a job waiting for her once she graduates.
Sport management
Being at Bluffton, having small class sizes and professors who actually care and want to help us figure out what we want to do, has really helped me succeed."
Dentistry experience
A $1,500 Summer Discovery Grant gave biology major Addie Hilden the opportunity to confirm her career choice and gain needed observation hours for dental school.
Semester abroad
I always knew I wanted to study abroad at some point during my college career. Bluffton made it really easy to fulfill my dream of traveling to Spain."
Finding her way
These internships allowed me to take on a leadership role. I also learned adaptability and discipline, two very important things when working in the criminal justice field."
Passing it on
Kenny Schneider '24, a former Bluffton student-athlete himself, will work to raise funds for the athletics department in his new role as development associate for athletics and community relations.
Transferable skills
"Being able to understand that we can have differences and be from different areas and still be able to coexist and live together can create a better, beautiful world."
Building coaching skills
Hazem Sobhy, a master of business administration student and men's soccer graduate assistant coach from Cairo, Egypt, spent his summer working with the Columbus Crew, a professional soccer team.
Mission and education
A summer teaching children about Jesus and feeling included was just one more experience preparing Paige Smith for a career as an intervention specialist.
Content creator
Social media content creator Caleb Foltz expanded his skills as a summer assistant in the Bluffton public relations office.
Competitive internship
Hannah Plesac was one of only six students chosen for a summer dietetics internship at Purdue University. This internship provided practical instruction in Purdue's dining operations.
Prepared for life
Double major leads to options for business administration/sports management student and soccer goalkeeper Zachary Johnson.
Inspired by her sister
Watching her sister struggle with a chronic illness inspired Chloe Griffin to choose a major in pre-med.
Built-in support system
Pre-physical therapy major Justin Maurer appreciates the support of faculty, staff, coaches and his fellow baseball players.
Transfer student welcomed
When Grace Beck of Lima was looking to transfer to a school closer to home, she found a welcoming community at Bluffton University.
For the love of sport
An affinity toward business and athletics led to a double major in business administration and sports management for junior Joshua Crusey.
Professors who care
More than figures in an ivory tower, graphic design major Mya Vernon found Bluffton professors to be caring and challenging.
Growth
Marketing major Dylan Fenbert experiences personal growth on Bluffton's campus while he gains the skills to market and grow companies.
Early field experience
Education majors get experience in the classroom early and often. Primary Education (P-5) major and President's Ambassador Lauren Case appreciates this opportunity.
Pursuing dreams
Dreams of playing collegiate baseball and preparing for a career guiding tweens has become reality for Drew Snipes, Bluffton baseball utility player and middle-school education major.
Embracing opportunities
The ability to form connections with your professors is just one of the benefits of a small campus, according to Madelyn Renner, nutrition and dietetics major and President's Ambassador.
Providing support
Working with children who need extra support is a passion for education student Jordan Hemmelgarn. A President's Ambassador, she appreciates the support provided by faculty, coaches and staff.
Small community
President's Ambassador and criminal justice/social work double major Noah Macke appreciates Bluffton's tight-knit community.
Helping others
Helping children communicate clearly is a goal for President's Ambassador Gracie Christensen, a speech-language pathology and audiology major from Alger, Ohio.
Health through diet
Learning to manage diabetes through diet led to a major in Nutrition and Dietetics for President's Ambassador and international student Adriana Rodriguez from Honduras.
Feeling at home
Josh Webster chose Bluffton University for its friendly, supportive atmosphere. The goal for this President's Ambassador is a career in athletic training.
Future educator
Following family footsteps brought Kayla Nartker to Bluffton and to the education department. She greets campus guests as a President's Ambassador.
President's Ambassador
As a President's Ambassador, Serenity Sites will work to recruit prospective students, welcome guests to campus and engage with alumni and donors.