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MEDIA RELEASE__Bluffton University will recognize student academic achievement during the Academic Awards Forum at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, April 21, in Yoder Recital Hall.

The Forum will honor students for outstanding academic performance, scholarly excellence and contributions to the intellectual life of the university. Awards will be presented across multiple disciplines, recognizing sustained achievement as well as exceptional accomplishments during the academic year.

The Forum is free and open to the public.

 

Deadline to register: May 30 (for t-shirt and water bottle)

MEDIA RELEASE__A Bluffton Lady Pirate Youth Basketball Camp will be held on June 8 and 9 from 5:00-7:00 p.m.

This camp is open to all girls entering grades 3-6 and will be held at the Bluffton High School gymnasium. The cost is $30 per camper. The registration form is below.

Bluffton High School Girls Basketball coaching staff and current Bluffton Lady Pirate basketball players will lead the camp.

Players will need: t-shirt, shorts, tennis shoes, water bottle.

MEDIA RELEASE__The heart of downtown Bluffton will come alive with creativity and community spirit on Thursday, April 23, as the Bluffton Art Walk takes place from 12:00-6:00 p.m. along Main Street.

This charming, small-town event offers residents and visitors alike a chance to slow down, explore and connect. Guests are encouraged to stroll through downtown Bluffton, where 11 local businesses will open their doors to showcase artwork from talented local creators. From paintings to handcrafted pieces, the Art Walk highlights the vibrant creativity that thrives within the community.

MEDIA RELEASE__The Interstate 75 northbound entrance ramp from State Route 103 at the Village of Bluffton will close on Wednesday, April 8, for approximately one day for bridge deck repair.

TRAFFIC IMPACT

Detour: I-75 SB to Bentley Rd. to I-75 NB.

DATE CORRECTED / MEDIA RELEASE__Bluffton University will host its annual Civic Engagement Day on April 8, bringing together students, faculty and staff to explore the importance of active citizenship, community involvement and social responsibility. The event will take place across campus and feature a variety of presentations, discussions and interactive experiences centered on civic life.

MEDIA RELEASE__Bluffton University will present the spring play “Little Women” by Kate Hamill April 16-19 in Ramseyer Auditorium, College Hall. 

There’s a lot of excitement around the spring play based on Louisa May Alcott’s beloved American novel “Little Women.” “When I announced the title last fall, theatre students actually shouted with joy!” said director Melissa Friesen. 

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