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“Don’t give up on your dreams.” Families celebrate 10 years of BUILD.
Students, families, and supporters recently gathered to celebrate BUILD—the first program of its kind in Minnesota. For 10 years, this Comprehensive Transition and Postsecondary Program (CTP) has helped students with intellectual disabilities learn, grow, and experience a Christ-centered college education.
October 16, 2025 | 10:30 a.m.
Linda Goodwin ’79 named Alumna of the Year for Bethel University
For Linda Goodwin ’79, faith has always been her foundation. From a childhood shaped by church and family to unexpected career turns to launching BethelBiz, she has lived a life of saying “yes” to God’s call—even when the path felt uncertain. Today, she continues to invest in Bethel students and the next generation of Christ-centered leaders.
October 15, 2025 | 12:31 p.m.
Giving others the chance to be heard
After suffering a stroke, John Wories went through intensive, life-changing speech-language therapy. Now, he and his wife Joan are excited to give a financial gift that will launch Bethel’s John and Joan Wories Center for Speech-Language Pathology.
October 10, 2025 | 10 a.m.
Nicholas Jarman ’26 moves from classroom to clinical impact
For Nicholas Jarman ’26, support from Bethel’s Studio for Vocation and Calling led to a clinical research internship where he analyzed patient data, worked alongside physicians, and presented findings—showcasing how Bethel equips students for real-world impact.
October 09, 2025 | 2:42 p.m.
Inside Bethel’s support network: Helping students belong, grow, and thrive
Bethel’s student life team is there for students when the going gets tough. Alicia Ochs, associate dean for student care, shares what families should know about the resources available on campus, how to access them, and when to step in with extra help.
October 06, 2025 | 2 p.m.
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 | 3:30 p.m.
Kaycee Stanley ’09 receives 4 Under 40 Alumni Achievement Award
Through The Reel Hope Project, Kaycee Stanley is reshaping the way the world understands foster care—giving waiting kids the chance to be seen and known for who they truly are, beyond just a case file.
September 25, 2025 | 12:42 p.m.
Matt Therrien ’07 receives 4 Under 40 Alumni Achievement Award
As Medtronic’s head of channel innovation and vice president of sales, Matt Therrien leads with conviction shaped by his faith and global perspective.
September 24, 2025 | 1 p.m.
