MEDIA RELEASE__A question posed nearly a century ago to Bluffton University alumni Rick Ramseyer’s grandmother continues to raise important questions about citizenship, conscience and what it means to serve one’s country.
Ramseyer ’83, a journalist and author, shared the story of his maternal grandmother, Martha Graber, a Mennonite registered nurse and conscientious objector who was twice denied U.S. citizenship after refusing to say she would take up arms to defend the United States.
MEDIA RELEASE__ Bluffton University alumni working as pastors and faith leaders will share their vocational journeys during a NetVUE Discernment Panel at 11 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 17, in Yoder Recital Hall.
MEDIA RELEASE__Dr. Jacob Buchanan, professor of environmental science and M'Della Moon Chair in Botany and Environmental Science at Bluffton University, will present “The How and Why of Prairie Restorations” at 4 p.m. Friday, Nov. 20, in Stutzman Lecture Hall, Centennial Hall.
Faculty colloquia at Bluffton University highlight scholarly and creative work by faculty members and provide opportunities for campus and community dialogue.
MEDIA RELEASE__Bluffton University welcomed Asia Johnson, director of storytelling and media productions at Zealous, who presented “Beyond: A Film Screening Taking Us Beyond and Building Better” as part of the university’s Film Series Forum on Nov. 3.
MEDIA RELEASE__Bluffton University relaunched its Leadership Development Program (LDP) with an inaugural Leadership Development Retreat bringing together more than two dozen students and staff for a day of reflection, connection and leadership development.
The retreat marks a new chapter for the longstanding program, which is being reimagined for today's students as part of the university's strategic plan. Funding for the retreat and the 2026-27 program year is provided through a NetVUE Vocation across the Academy grant.
