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Prepared to care for a community
From physics major to rural family physician, Erik Bostrom ’08 followed a path shaped by endurance, faith, and a desire to work with people. At Riverwood Healthcare Center in Aitkin, Minnesota, he delivers hands-on care that reflects both his Bethel education and his calling.
March 09, 2026 | 10:15 a.m.
Business teachers gather at Bethel to explore how to use AI thoughtfully in the classroom
A recent Bethel symposium brought Minnesota teachers together to connect, share strategies, test new tools, and learn how to integrate artificial intelligence thoughtfully into business classrooms.
March 06, 2026 | 11:45 a.m.
Bethel receives $60,000 Faith and Health Campus Grant
With a $60,000 grant from Interfaith America, Bethel will help social work students better serve people of diverse faith backgrounds.
February 26, 2026 | 12:30 p.m.
From breakdown to breakthrough: mentoring the next generation of neuroscientists
When Melissa Cordes nearly left college, one mentor stepped in and changed her future. Now as professor of biological sciences and program director for neuroscience at Bethel, she prepares students for meaningful careers in science while walking alongside them as whole people—just as someone once did for her.
February 25, 2026 | 9:30 a.m.
New Living Learning Communities are designed to deepen belonging and student formation
The Bridge, Impact, and Honors residential communities will be the first of their kind at Bethel—offering students a way to extend their learning and relationships through a proven residential model that’s growing in popularity nationally.
February 17, 2026 | 9:45 a.m.
Travis Jensen ’24 shares Jesus through his faith-based apparel companies
It started with a T-shirt and a vision. Now Travis Jensen ’24 is outfitting the world in faith—and building two businesses grounded in purpose.
February 02, 2026 | 9:30 a.m.
Bethel Alert: Virtual Learning & Essential Services January 23
January 22, 2026 | 2 p.m.
Bethel awarded nearly $1 million grant to launch new theological education program
With a nearly $1 million grant from Lilly Endowment Inc., Bethel will launch a new Competency-Based Theological Education (CBTE) program—an innovative approach designed to make theological education more affordable, accessible, and relevant for today’s church leaders.
January 16, 2026 | 9:30 a.m.
