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Portrait of the Artist as a Generous Man
During his time at Bethel, Professor of Art Emeritus Stewart Luckman influenced many students who would become world-renowned artists and professors. The Bethel community honors his memory by installing the sculptures he created and donated in honor of President Emeritus Jay and Barb Barnes.
July 30, 2021 | 8 a.m.
Gold Medal-Winning Coach Passes on Olympics Lessons
Andrew Rock won a gold medal at the 2004 Olympics, but the biggest race of his life is about much more to him. It’s part of a journey that’s opened up numerous opportunities to pay it forward. As head track and field coach at Bethel, he’s following a calling to help his athletes compete to the best of their abilities while also growing in their faith.
July 26, 2021 | 9 a.m.
Rahn Franklin, Jr. Named Next Vice President of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
With more than 14 years of experience in higher education, Franklin is passionate about building belonging, dignifying difference, and pursuing biblical justice and reconciliation.
July 20, 2021 | Noon
Helping People Feel Seen, Known, and Heard
Bethel grad Ranae Pageler ’21 has a passion for being part of the work God is doing in rural communities. She dreams of one day opening a coffee shop to serve local youth by providing opportunities for employment, community building, and personal growth
July 16, 2021 | 8:45 a.m.
Q&A with Bethel’s Own American Ninja Warriors
Alumnus Leif Sundberg ’12 and current Bethel student Ben Martin ’21 will appear on season 13 of NBC’s American Ninja Warrior, airing on Monday evenings this summer. In this Q&A, the athletes share about their experience, their inspiration, and how Bethel equipped them to compete on the show.
July 12, 2021 | 9 a.m.
5 Things to Know About Bethel's Green Roof
Installed in 2009, Bethel’s green roof offers a variety of benefits, and biology professors are hopeful about the research opportunities it provides.
July 09, 2021 | 2:30 p.m.
Sweet and Sour Soup Is the Sustenance of Life
Graphic design major Thanh Nguyen ’21 honored the women in her family by creating a Vietnamese cookbook for her senior art exhibition, which won the Raspberry Monday Award for artistic excellence and influence within the Department of Art and Design.
July 07, 2021 | 2:30 p.m.
Love Your Neighbor—Even Online
In a complex information landscape filled with misinformation, how do we practice discernment, seek truth, and love our online neighbor as Jesus does? A recent Bethel Seminary podcast provides some tools for anyone who wants to think more critically about consuming information.
June 29, 2021 | 12:30 p.m.
