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Meet Bethel’s newest faculty members
Twenty new full-time faculty members join the Bethel community this fall—bringing deep expertise and a shared commitment to Christ-centered education.
September 29, 2025 | 10 a.m.
Jay Hilbrands '13 receives 4 Under 40 Alumni Achievement Award
As deputy athletic director and athletic chief of staff for the University of Southern California, Jay Hilbrands puts his values first and appreciates the impact Bethel and Royals teammates and mentors have had on his career.
September 22, 2025 | Noon
Bethel makes history with 1,124 new undergraduate students
Exciting momentum at Bethel includes record-breaking enrollment, the launch of new academic programs, and a bold new career commitment.
September 18, 2025 | Noon
Bethel professor and alumnus co-author book on building trust in remote workplaces
Communication Studies Professor Peggy Kendall and David Horsager ’95, GS’07 are co-authoring Trust at a Distance to help leaders build trust, foster connection, and strengthen accountability among employees in remote settings.
September 17, 2025 | 11 a.m.
Bethel launches career commitment to support graduates after college
The Bethel Career Commitment provides continued career coaching and meaningful support for graduates who haven’t secured a job offer or graduate school acceptance within six months of graduation.
September 08, 2025 | 1 p.m.
Welcome, new Royals!
Welcome Week 2025 is in the books, and a brand new class of Royals is settling in for an exciting autumn on campus. Here’s what you need to know about this new group of Bethel undergrads.
September 05, 2025 | 2 p.m.
From Bethel to blockchain: how Carter Woetzel is shaping finance’s future
Carter Woetzel ’21 went from balancing cross country, a double major, and a minor to launching a business, publishing a book, and speaking at global conferences—all while keeping his drive and faith at the center.
September 04, 2025 | 8:35 a.m.
From Minnesota to Panama: PA student gains global perspective through hands-on care
In Panama’s seaside jungle communities, Nate Chau ’22, GS’25 treated patients without the resources of a modern clinic—gaining diagnostic skills, cultural insight, and adaptability he couldn’t have developed anywhere else. An international rotation through Bethel’s physician assistant program deepened his compassion and prepared him for impactful patient care in any setting.
August 22, 2025 | Noon
