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It’s a great day to be a Wildcat! 🐾 Explore the Uncommon
Connecting Learning, Life & Community at Linfield University
Connecting Learning, Life & Community at Linfield University
What an honor to welcome 44 new graduates into the nursing profession. 🩺 Pinning marks the beginning of their professional journey, and we’re proud of the knowledge, skill & 💜 you bring. More photos on the Linfield IG: www.instagram.com/p/DSTA65xklk...
December 16, 2025 at 12:33 AM
What an honor to welcome 44 new graduates into the nursing profession. 🩺 Pinning marks the beginning of their professional journey, and we’re proud of the knowledge, skill & 💜 you bring. More photos on the Linfield IG: www.instagram.com/p/DSTA65xklk...
Enjoy a look back at an unforgettable year with our Wildcats! As we celebrate the season, we want to thank our students, alumni, faculty, staff and supporters for being part of another incredible year. We wish you a joyful holiday season and a happy New Year from all of us at Linfield University!
December 15, 2025 at 10:00 PM
Enjoy a look back at an unforgettable year with our Wildcats! As we celebrate the season, we want to thank our students, alumni, faculty, staff and supporters for being part of another incredible year. We wish you a joyful holiday season and a happy New Year from all of us at Linfield University!
As the semester wraps up today, we’re taking a look back at President Mark Blegen’s first few months as a Wildcat. From campus traditions to community moments, it’s been a memorable start. 💜🐾
Check out his first-semester scrapbook in the video below!
Check out his first-semester scrapbook in the video below!
December 12, 2025 at 6:46 PM
As the semester wraps up today, we’re taking a look back at President Mark Blegen’s first few months as a Wildcat. From campus traditions to community moments, it’s been a memorable start. 💜🐾
Check out his first-semester scrapbook in the video below!
Check out his first-semester scrapbook in the video below!
📚❤️ Need some Linfield gear before the holidays?
The Linfield Bookstore has adjusted hours this month, so be sure to check before you stop by. And if you’re shopping from afar, online orders are always an option — link in the first comment.
Happy holidays, Wildcats! 🎁🕯️
The Linfield Bookstore has adjusted hours this month, so be sure to check before you stop by. And if you’re shopping from afar, online orders are always an option — link in the first comment.
Happy holidays, Wildcats! 🎁🕯️
December 11, 2025 at 9:31 PM
📚❤️ Need some Linfield gear before the holidays?
The Linfield Bookstore has adjusted hours this month, so be sure to check before you stop by. And if you’re shopping from afar, online orders are always an option — link in the first comment.
Happy holidays, Wildcats! 🎁🕯️
The Linfield Bookstore has adjusted hours this month, so be sure to check before you stop by. And if you’re shopping from afar, online orders are always an option — link in the first comment.
Happy holidays, Wildcats! 🎁🕯️
Linfield is leading the future of nursing.
Dean Paul Smith talks with OPB about his historic election as chair-elect of the @nlnursing.bsky.social
— the first male in the organization’s 132-year history — and the path forward for nursing education.
🎧 www.opb.org/article/2025...
Dean Paul Smith talks with OPB about his historic election as chair-elect of the @nlnursing.bsky.social
— the first male in the organization’s 132-year history — and the path forward for nursing education.
🎧 www.opb.org/article/2025...
December 4, 2025 at 10:11 PM
Linfield is leading the future of nursing.
Dean Paul Smith talks with OPB about his historic election as chair-elect of the @nlnursing.bsky.social
— the first male in the organization’s 132-year history — and the path forward for nursing education.
🎧 www.opb.org/article/2025...
Dean Paul Smith talks with OPB about his historic election as chair-elect of the @nlnursing.bsky.social
— the first male in the organization’s 132-year history — and the path forward for nursing education.
🎧 www.opb.org/article/2025...
Wildcats surpassed the #GivingTuesday goal! 🎉
Linfield raised over $58,000 from 117 donors, boosted by a $12k alumni match.
Thank you for supporting our students! 💜❤️https://news.linfield.edu/linfield-givingtuesday-2025/
Linfield raised over $58,000 from 117 donors, boosted by a $12k alumni match.
Thank you for supporting our students! 💜❤️https://news.linfield.edu/linfield-givingtuesday-2025/
December 3, 2025 at 11:31 PM
Wildcats surpassed the #GivingTuesday goal! 🎉
Linfield raised over $58,000 from 117 donors, boosted by a $12k alumni match.
Thank you for supporting our students! 💜❤️https://news.linfield.edu/linfield-givingtuesday-2025/
Linfield raised over $58,000 from 117 donors, boosted by a $12k alumni match.
Thank you for supporting our students! 💜❤️https://news.linfield.edu/linfield-givingtuesday-2025/
Our #GivingTuesday heat map is lighting up with support — with gifts coming in from all over the NW and as far as Hawaii!
If you don’t see your state represented yet, here’s your challenge: make a gift and help put your corner of the country on the map. wildcatsgive.linfield.edu/pages/giving...
If you don’t see your state represented yet, here’s your challenge: make a gift and help put your corner of the country on the map. wildcatsgive.linfield.edu/pages/giving...
December 2, 2025 at 9:16 PM
Our #GivingTuesday heat map is lighting up with support — with gifts coming in from all over the NW and as far as Hawaii!
If you don’t see your state represented yet, here’s your challenge: make a gift and help put your corner of the country on the map. wildcatsgive.linfield.edu/pages/giving...
If you don’t see your state represented yet, here’s your challenge: make a gift and help put your corner of the country on the map. wildcatsgive.linfield.edu/pages/giving...
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Linfield has amazing scholarships that make it affordable to go there. Help them continue their work.
🐾 ONE week until #GivingTuesday at Linfield! On Dec. 2, make a gift to a fund that matters to you. Every gift will be matched dollar for dollar up to $12,000 thanks to two generous alumni. Together we can make a pawsitive impact. Click to leave your mark: wildcatsgive.linfield.edu/pages/giving... 💜
November 25, 2025 at 7:25 PM
Linfield has amazing scholarships that make it affordable to go there. Help them continue their work.
🐾 Today’s the day! Tons of places to give on #GivingTuesday, but only one lets you use your Paws for a Purpose. Every gift to Linfield is matched up to $12,000. Leave your mark! Click:
wildcatsgive.linfield.edu/pages/giving...
wildcatsgive.linfield.edu/pages/giving...
December 2, 2025 at 5:14 PM
🐾 Today’s the day! Tons of places to give on #GivingTuesday, but only one lets you use your Paws for a Purpose. Every gift to Linfield is matched up to $12,000. Leave your mark! Click:
wildcatsgive.linfield.edu/pages/giving...
wildcatsgive.linfield.edu/pages/giving...
Linfield University has earned the highest ranking of any private college on Research.com’s 2026 “Best Value Colleges in Oregon” list, reinforcing the university’s position as 1 of the best educational investments in the Pacific Northwest. 👉 news.linfield.edu/linfield-val...
Linfield value recognized: Ranked Oregon's top-private college
Discover the Linfield value. Linfield was ranked Oregon’s top private best-value college for 2026 for affordability, quality and outcomes.
news.linfield.edu
December 2, 2025 at 1:30 AM
Linfield University has earned the highest ranking of any private college on Research.com’s 2026 “Best Value Colleges in Oregon” list, reinforcing the university’s position as 1 of the best educational investments in the Pacific Northwest. 👉 news.linfield.edu/linfield-val...
🐾 TOMORROW is GivingTuesday, Wildcats! Use your Paws for a Purpose by supporting a fund that matters to you. Every gift will be matched dollar for dollar up to $12,000 thanks to 2 generous alumni. Visit wildcatsgive.linfield.edu/pages/giving... to leave your mark!
December 1, 2025 at 9:40 PM
🐾 TOMORROW is GivingTuesday, Wildcats! Use your Paws for a Purpose by supporting a fund that matters to you. Every gift will be matched dollar for dollar up to $12,000 thanks to 2 generous alumni. Visit wildcatsgive.linfield.edu/pages/giving... to leave your mark!
🍂 Today and every day, Linfield thanks the students, staff, faculty, alumni and families who make Linfield what it is.
#GivingThanks
#GivingThanks
November 27, 2025 at 4:00 PM
🍂 Today and every day, Linfield thanks the students, staff, faculty, alumni and families who make Linfield what it is.
#GivingThanks
#GivingThanks
🐾 ONE week until #GivingTuesday at Linfield! On Dec. 2, make a gift to a fund that matters to you. Every gift will be matched dollar for dollar up to $12,000 thanks to two generous alumni. Together we can make a pawsitive impact. Click to leave your mark: wildcatsgive.linfield.edu/pages/giving... 💜
November 25, 2025 at 3:40 PM
🐾 ONE week until #GivingTuesday at Linfield! On Dec. 2, make a gift to a fund that matters to you. Every gift will be matched dollar for dollar up to $12,000 thanks to two generous alumni. Together we can make a pawsitive impact. Click to leave your mark: wildcatsgive.linfield.edu/pages/giving... 💜
Linfield international & study abroad students visited the Oregon State Capitol this #InternationalEducationWeek to advocate for global learning & student wellness. Thanks to the offices that welcomed them. 👉 Linfield's international programs: www.linfield.edu/ipo/index.html 🌎
November 20, 2025 at 7:25 PM
Linfield international & study abroad students visited the Oregon State Capitol this #InternationalEducationWeek to advocate for global learning & student wellness. Thanks to the offices that welcomed them. 👉 Linfield's international programs: www.linfield.edu/ipo/index.html 🌎
From Vilnius to McMinnville, Kris Jakštas ’28 found a home at Linfield. He’s studying sport management and playing Wildcat basketball — proof that anyone from anywhere can become a Wildcat. 💜🐾 #InternationalEducationWeek
Read more:
www.linfield.edu/voices/2025/...
Read more:
www.linfield.edu/voices/2025/...
The Lithuanian Wildcat
Students from all backgrounds and corners of the world can find their place at Linfield — including Kristijonas “Kris” Jakštas ’28, an international student from Vilnius, Lithuania.
www.linfield.edu
November 19, 2025 at 9:01 PM
From Vilnius to McMinnville, Kris Jakštas ’28 found a home at Linfield. He’s studying sport management and playing Wildcat basketball — proof that anyone from anywhere can become a Wildcat. 💜🐾 #InternationalEducationWeek
Read more:
www.linfield.edu/voices/2025/...
Read more:
www.linfield.edu/voices/2025/...
Did you know there’s a PDX-themed taproom in Tokyo — founded by a Linfield Wildcat? 🍺🇯🇵💜
Miyuki Hiramatsu ’90s brought her love of Portland + craft beer home to Japan & opened P#DXTaproom in '15. It’s been a gathering spot for travelers, Oregonians & Wildcats ever since.
#InternationalEducationWeek
Miyuki Hiramatsu ’90s brought her love of Portland + craft beer home to Japan & opened P#DXTaproom in '15. It’s been a gathering spot for travelers, Oregonians & Wildcats ever since.
#InternationalEducationWeek
November 18, 2025 at 10:57 PM
Did you know there’s a PDX-themed taproom in Tokyo — founded by a Linfield Wildcat? 🍺🇯🇵💜
Miyuki Hiramatsu ’90s brought her love of Portland + craft beer home to Japan & opened P#DXTaproom in '15. It’s been a gathering spot for travelers, Oregonians & Wildcats ever since.
#InternationalEducationWeek
Miyuki Hiramatsu ’90s brought her love of Portland + craft beer home to Japan & opened P#DXTaproom in '15. It’s been a gathering spot for travelers, Oregonians & Wildcats ever since.
#InternationalEducationWeek
This Veterans Day, we honor all who’ve served. 🇺🇸
Linfield proudly supports veterans and military-affiliated students through programs like the Yellow Ribbon Program, helping make a Linfield education more affordable. 💜
🔗 www.linfield.edu/voices/2023/...
Linfield proudly supports veterans and military-affiliated students through programs like the Yellow Ribbon Program, helping make a Linfield education more affordable. 💜
🔗 www.linfield.edu/voices/2023/...
November 11, 2025 at 2:59 PM
This Veterans Day, we honor all who’ve served. 🇺🇸
Linfield proudly supports veterans and military-affiliated students through programs like the Yellow Ribbon Program, helping make a Linfield education more affordable. 💜
🔗 www.linfield.edu/voices/2023/...
Linfield proudly supports veterans and military-affiliated students through programs like the Yellow Ribbon Program, helping make a Linfield education more affordable. 💜
🔗 www.linfield.edu/voices/2023/...
“Linfield’s STREAK won’t end on my watch.” – President Mark Blegen 🏈
And he was right! 💜 After last weekend’s win over Lewis & Clark, The Streak continues.
Learn more about this legendary tradition: linfield.edu/thestreak/
And he was right! 💜 After last weekend’s win over Lewis & Clark, The Streak continues.
Learn more about this legendary tradition: linfield.edu/thestreak/
November 4, 2025 at 6:55 PM
“Linfield’s STREAK won’t end on my watch.” – President Mark Blegen 🏈
And he was right! 💜 After last weekend’s win over Lewis & Clark, The Streak continues.
Learn more about this legendary tradition: linfield.edu/thestreak/
And he was right! 💜 After last weekend’s win over Lewis & Clark, The Streak continues.
Learn more about this legendary tradition: linfield.edu/thestreak/
🎙️ Linfield President Mark Blegen joins The EdUp Experience to talk first-gen success, faculty connection and the “Uncommon” mindset that drives Linfield forward.
🎧 Listen: www.edupexperience.com/markblegen/
#ExploreTheUncommon #GoWildcats
🎧 Listen: www.edupexperience.com/markblegen/
#ExploreTheUncommon #GoWildcats
What "Explore the Uncommon" Really Means at Linfield University - with Dr. Mark Blegen, President, Linfield University
It's YOUR time to #EdUp In this episode, President Series #416, powered by Ellucian , & sponsored by the 2026 InsightsEDU Conference in Fort Lauderdale, Flori…
www.edupexperience.com
November 2, 2025 at 5:51 PM
🎙️ Linfield President Mark Blegen joins The EdUp Experience to talk first-gen success, faculty connection and the “Uncommon” mindset that drives Linfield forward.
🎧 Listen: www.edupexperience.com/markblegen/
#ExploreTheUncommon #GoWildcats
🎧 Listen: www.edupexperience.com/markblegen/
#ExploreTheUncommon #GoWildcats
🏈 Another record for the Wildcats! Linfield football just secured its 69th consecutive winning season, the longest streak in college football history. 💜🐾
Read more ➡️ news.linfield.edu/linfield-foo...
Read more ➡️ news.linfield.edu/linfield-foo...
November 2, 2025 at 2:24 AM
🏈 Another record for the Wildcats! Linfield football just secured its 69th consecutive winning season, the longest streak in college football history. 💜🐾
Read more ➡️ news.linfield.edu/linfield-foo...
Read more ➡️ news.linfield.edu/linfield-foo...
'Tis the season for music, theatre, lectures and holiday cheer at Linfield! 🎄💜 See what’s happening on the McMinnville campus this November and December, and make plans to join the fun!
Check out the full list here: news.linfield.edu/linfield-eve...
Check out the full list here: news.linfield.edu/linfield-eve...
November 1, 2025 at 8:00 PM
'Tis the season for music, theatre, lectures and holiday cheer at Linfield! 🎄💜 See what’s happening on the McMinnville campus this November and December, and make plans to join the fun!
Check out the full list here: news.linfield.edu/linfield-eve...
Check out the full list here: news.linfield.edu/linfield-eve...
Boo! 👻 Happy Halloween, Wildcats! 🎃 From spooky to silly, the Linfield family knows how to celebrate in style. Hope your day is full of treats, laughter and Wildcat spirit! Which costume is your fave?
October 31, 2025 at 10:23 PM
Boo! 👻 Happy Halloween, Wildcats! 🎃 From spooky to silly, the Linfield family knows how to celebrate in style. Hope your day is full of treats, laughter and Wildcat spirit! Which costume is your fave?
1,733 Wildcats strong.
85.5% first-year retention (10-year high).
70.2% “new majority” students.
And a new national honor: “Opportunity College and University.”
Here, opportunity isn’t a buzzword — it’s a tradition. 💜
Read all about it: news.linfield.edu/linfield-uni...
85.5% first-year retention (10-year high).
70.2% “new majority” students.
And a new national honor: “Opportunity College and University.”
Here, opportunity isn’t a buzzword — it’s a tradition. 💜
Read all about it: news.linfield.edu/linfield-uni...
Unique programs stabilize Linfield enrollment at 1,733 students
Enrollment at Linfield has stabilized this fall, with 1,733 students enrolled across its McMinnville, Portland and online programs.
news.linfield.edu
October 27, 2025 at 11:50 PM
1,733 Wildcats strong.
85.5% first-year retention (10-year high).
70.2% “new majority” students.
And a new national honor: “Opportunity College and University.”
Here, opportunity isn’t a buzzword — it’s a tradition. 💜
Read all about it: news.linfield.edu/linfield-uni...
85.5% first-year retention (10-year high).
70.2% “new majority” students.
And a new national honor: “Opportunity College and University.”
Here, opportunity isn’t a buzzword — it’s a tradition. 💜
Read all about it: news.linfield.edu/linfield-uni...
Once a Wildcat, always a Wildcat. 🐾
Amelia Solt ’26 transferred to Linfield and quickly found her place—small classes, big opportunities and a welcoming community. 💜
Learn more about Linfield’s unique transfer program: news.linfield.edu/linfield-tra...
#NationalTransferStudentWeek #WildcatPride
Amelia Solt ’26 transferred to Linfield and quickly found her place—small classes, big opportunities and a welcoming community. 💜
Learn more about Linfield’s unique transfer program: news.linfield.edu/linfield-tra...
#NationalTransferStudentWeek #WildcatPride
October 24, 2025 at 10:53 PM
Once a Wildcat, always a Wildcat. 🐾
Amelia Solt ’26 transferred to Linfield and quickly found her place—small classes, big opportunities and a welcoming community. 💜
Learn more about Linfield’s unique transfer program: news.linfield.edu/linfield-tra...
#NationalTransferStudentWeek #WildcatPride
Amelia Solt ’26 transferred to Linfield and quickly found her place—small classes, big opportunities and a welcoming community. 💜
Learn more about Linfield’s unique transfer program: news.linfield.edu/linfield-tra...
#NationalTransferStudentWeek #WildcatPride
Writers know that 1st drafts rarely get it right, and for Colin Bellairs ’26, that included his college story. After a few rewrites, he found his “just right” fit at Linfield. 💜
Read more: www.linfield.edu/voices/2025/...
#NationalTransferStudentWeek#NationalTransferStudentWeek
Read more: www.linfield.edu/voices/2025/...
#NationalTransferStudentWeek#NationalTransferStudentWeek
The Goldilocks Transfer
Colin Bellairs ’26, a literature and creative writing major, rewrote his own college story — twice — before finding his "right fit" at Linfield University.
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October 23, 2025 at 10:59 PM
Writers know that 1st drafts rarely get it right, and for Colin Bellairs ’26, that included his college story. After a few rewrites, he found his “just right” fit at Linfield. 💜
Read more: www.linfield.edu/voices/2025/...
#NationalTransferStudentWeek#NationalTransferStudentWeek
Read more: www.linfield.edu/voices/2025/...
#NationalTransferStudentWeek#NationalTransferStudentWeek