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Voices of Linfield
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The Struggle to be Seen, Heard
Ray-Ray Crain '21, Linfield University graduate student and Black Student Union president, reflects on programs for Black History Month. “Racism is still with us,” he said. “I want people to see us like us, not like a color.”
Love at Linfield
February is known as the month of love. We recently asked our alumni to share their stories of finding love at Linfield and the response was overwhelming! Here are a few stories of Linfield love connections throughout the decades.
Life Between the Lanes
If you can name a Team USA swimmer from the past two decades, there’s an excellent chance Stacey Michael-Miller ’96 worked with them in some capacity.
Si-Boards in Training
Having the chance to explore an idea – even ones that appeared odd on the surface – is one of the things Elysia Tsai ’99 appreciates most about her time at Linfield University.
Making My Life Extraordinary
"When my parents finally made the decision, they knew amputation was the best choice for me and that the doctors were going to be right. However, there was one thing that the doctors were completely wrong about. I was going to be anything but ‘normal’, I was going to be extraordinary, and my family made sure of that."
Untapped Leadership
“The value in the liberal arts education for me is the connections you make through your experiences,” Josh Lovell '10 said. “That’s one reason why I decided to go back to school and particularly in the [Master of Science in business] program. Really try to push myself and be vulnerable to make those connections.”
SOAN Graduate Published in Academic Research Journal
This past spring, Linfield graduate Emmaline Irvine ’21 was featured in the Journal of Undergraduate Research in Anthropology for the work she produced for her senior honors thesis.
Student Led, Student Read
Ready to take the next step in his education, Ethan Myers '21 decided to transfer into a more extensive journalism program. As a student-athlete with a passion for adventure, the decision to transfer to Linfield University was a straightforward choice.
2021 Young Alumni Award Recipient
Linfield’s Young Alumni Award recognizes a recent graduate who has made outstanding contributions to their chosen field. This year’s honoree, Ann Klein ’07, is no exception.
Pursuing a Passion
Allison Smith Mason '17 was recently recognized for her work and honored with the Hunter Johnston Memorial Endowment Scholarship. This award is given by the ARCS Foundation to students pursuing a career in STEM. Allison is currently pursuing her Ph.D. in chemistry at the University of Arizona.
Art From Within
Linfield alumni and celebrated artist Sabrina Coleman-Pinheiro '12 creates pieces about mental health issues and their stigma. Her work represents real and prevalent issues that everyone faces internally each day in an attempt to help people feel understood and seen.
Sharing Music With the World
After encouragement from a neighbor during her college search in high school, Ashley decided to attend the Linfield Scholarship and Visit Weekend. During that visit, she got a feel for the campus and the quality of the music department. So, when she received the news that she was awarded a scholarship, it was an easy decision to become a Wildcat.
Bleeding Cardinal and Purple
Joe Stuart’s love for Linfield athletics runs deep and that shows in his award-winning podcast series, Purple Reign.
There is no business quite like the space business
"This sense of awe has followed me through my whole life and career. That was my Linfield experience."
Just Go For It
Despite all that has happened this past year, Liam used one simple phrase to describe his current situation. “Honestly, right now, I am living the dream,” he said.
Unexpected Lessons from Working Abroad
"My life and career paths have certainly been a reflection of the brave and hopeful decision of living and working abroad."
The Benefits of a Gender Studies Minor
“I feel very lucky to have been in the gender studies program at Linfield. It was challenging and plain enjoyable, and it has served me so well in life as well as my work as a public defender.”
Reflecting On My Linfield Studies
"My experiences in Linfield’s language programs truly opened up the world for me through study abroad and the Fulbright grant. They continue to encourage me to seek out mutual understanding and global citizenship in my personal and professional life to this day."
Teaching English in Japan
"No matter where you end up, teaching with the JET program is an amazing opportunity to experience a society and culture with significant influence throughout the world, and use your education at Linfield to serve as a cross-cultural ambassador."
Distinguished Alumna Award 2020
Nancy Jo Hoover ’70 is the recipient of Linfield University’s 2020 Distinguished Alumna of the Year Award. Hoover was selected for the tireless work she has done improving community infrastructure and affecting the lives of countless underdeveloped communities around the world.
Meet Keith Welch '12
I am currently in my first year of a Master in Public Policy program at UC Berkeley. Although it’s intense, this program has been terrific so far. It’s especially exciting to be back in school with people who have so many interesting backgrounds and life aspirations. There’s always exciting things going on too - the Colombian Ambassador to the U.S. just stopped by campus today, for example.
Building relationships around the world
"Linfield gave me so many unique opportunities that ultimately led me to where I am now."
Providing resource navigation and assistance
"I learned how to use critical thinking in my political science courses, and I use that skill very frequently in my role as an executive director."
Investing in and for the client's future
"I have a great feeling of pride when I talk to people about where I went to school."
Helping patients take control of their health
"I learned to be a part of a community, and was given many experiences that pushed me past my comfort zone and gave me confidence."
Educating college students is in her blood
"My education at Linfield was integral in shaping my career goals to become a professor."
Alumni Profile: Marina Orcutt
"Really, almost every professor I had impacted my thinking, altered my perspectives, and helped shape my career path."
Theatrical teamwork comes in handy
"I learned how to communicate with others about intangible subjects, how to develop a shared vocabulary, and how to anticipate needs coming down the line."
Passionate about educating the whole child
"Linfield provided a dynamic learning environment that allowed me to explore my interests, develop new skills and ideas, and establish lasting relationships."
Helping Brilliant Ideas Come to Life
"Linfield provided a safe, welcoming and nurturing environment for me to acclimate and grow."
Integrating science into athletes' lives
"The intimate environment with the amazing faculty at Linfield made me realize how important ‘high touch’ interactions with people are to long-term success."
Eliminating the confusion and mystique surrounding insurance
"Linfield gave me the chance to get out the small town I was raised in and see the world!"
Improving organizations' effectiveness
"I gained the etiquette to present research projects in professional settings."
Solving difficult problems through text analysis
"The analytic skills that I learned at Linfield in reading classical languages and analyzing texts have served me well."
Growing awe and wonder
"I encourage anyone in the fortunate position to choose their field of study to make their decision from a place of love and curiosity. Study what you're interested in."
Finding love at Linfield
Linfield has been called “Swipe Right College” by some. There’s good reason for that nickname. There are nearly 1,500 alumni couples ranging from the late 1940s all the way to the end of the 2010s. How did these Wildcats meet? Alumni couples share their unique “Linfield Love Stories.”
Returning home
Homecoming is one of the most highly-anticipated times of the year at Linfield. The leaves are turning colors, the weather is hopefully still warm and events are abundant. Between the drag show, pep rally, Linfield’s Finest award ceremony, football game and other events, Homecoming certainly is one of the best weekends of the year.
Capturing moments
"I learned to think critically and gained the confidence that I could figure out most challenges which has been essential as en entrepreneur and a freelancer."
Life of a globe trotter
"I was fully supported by many faculty and staff while at Linfield and go back from time to time to guest lecture in Intercultural Communication classes."
Developing communication strategies that tell a story
"Linfield prepared me well for a career in a field that is ever-evolving. By requiring students to take courses in many different aspects of communication, Linfield helped me to develop into the type of communications generalist who can easily adapt with changing times and needs. "
Creating stories with purpose and soul
"The two best tools I picked up at Linfield were the ability to form a sharp point of view and the ability to articulate it."
Increasing awareness through stories and media
"Linfield inspired me to embrace new opportunities."
Helping trafficking survivors
"In grad school, I found that I was ahead of many of my peers because I had already built my critical thinking and analysis skills at Linfield."
Broadcasting for 45 years
"The free flow of ideas is paramount. Don't be afraid to ask the tough question. Work hard and good things will happen."
From study abroad to permanent residence
"I'm grateful not only for the opportunities that Linfield provided me and the wonderful memories I have, but also the lasting friendships that I formed during my years at Linfield."
Giving Back As Much As He's Getting
“There are so many of us who would not be here without aid. I want to give a big thank you to everyone who donates. Without their help, I wouldn’t have come to college or have any inclination of what to do with my life.”
Seizing Every Opportunity
“Linfield is a special place. We have so many opportunities here – it’s what sets us apart from other schools. Support is important for us to continue.”
Jillaine Cook, Class of 2015
Our recent graduates highlight what is special about being a history major at Linfield...
Dulce Kersting-Lark, Class of 2011
"In 2020 I will exercise my skills as a historian in a new capacity as I run for the Idaho State Legislature..."
Sydney Owen, Class of 2015
"I am currently responsible for helping manage the blood and tissue samples held in the Oregon Pancreatic Tissue Repository."
Megan Bear, Class of 2018
Megan Bear, ’18, spent her last semester in college profiling a human skeleton. For Megan, this project was “the highlight of my time at Linfield.”
It all started in 1858
Linfield College was born 161 years ago today. Here are some facts about a college with a lot of history because a lot has happened in the last 161 years!
Alumni Profile: Joe Gladow
I am currently working as an English teacher in a primary school in Madrid, Spain. I also work with a volunteer organization based in Madrid focused on helping political refugees arriving in Spain with housing, employment, and other services.
Alumni Profile: Meet Morgan Christiansen '13
About a year after graduating from Linfield I served as an AmeriCorps volunteer with Lutheran Community Services Northwest (LCSNW), a non-Morgan Christiansenprofit human services agency that serves communities throughout Oregon, Washington, and Idaho.
Love at Linfield
February is known as the month of love. We recently asked our alumni to share their stories of finding love at Linfield and the response was overwhelming! Here are a few stories of Linfield love connections throughout the decades.
2021 Distinguished Alumni Award Recipient
Linfield University is pleased to recognize Sean Hoar '80 for his outstanding leadership and success in his career as the recipient of the 2021 Distinguished Alumni of the Year Award.
Bigger Than Buckets
Molly Danielson's athletic resume is lengthy. She's an all-Northwest Conference basketball star, a youth coach, a spirited play-by-play announcer, a sport management major, and, most recently, she's headed to play semi-professional basketball overseas.
Art From Within
Linfield alumni and celebrated artist Sabrina Coleman-Pinheiro '12 creates pieces about mental health issues and their stigma. Her work represents real and prevalent issues that everyone faces internally each day in an attempt to help people feel understood and seen.
Sharing Music With the World
After encouragement from a neighbor during her college search in high school, Ashley decided to attend the Linfield Scholarship and Visit Weekend. During that visit, she got a feel for the campus and the quality of the music department. So, when she received the news that she was awarded a scholarship, it was an easy decision to become a Wildcat.
Accepting the challenge
"I'm incredibly proud to say that I owe a lot of the success I've been fortunate enough to experience thus far to the solid base I was able to create at Linfield."
Crushing the wine business
"...the people I came to call lifelong friends from my days as a student are a priceless reminder of how lucky I was and still am, to be a Wildcat."
Theatrical teamwork comes in handy
"I learned how to communicate with others about intangible subjects, how to develop a shared vocabulary, and how to anticipate needs coming down the line."
Helping Brilliant Ideas Come to Life
"Linfield provided a safe, welcoming and nurturing environment for me to acclimate and grow."
Finance Alumni: Meet Evan Wingren
Invest in your education, but invest in quality and lasting friendships as well.
Finance Alumni: Meet Casey Cameron
Going into Linfield I was very confident I would concentrate on some form of business degree...
Running with Opportunities
"The single best advice I can give anyone is not to be afraid of failure."
Finding love at Linfield
Linfield has been called “Swipe Right College” by some. There’s good reason for that nickname. There are nearly 1,500 alumni couples ranging from the late 1940s all the way to the end of the 2010s. How did these Wildcats meet? Alumni couples share their unique “Linfield Love Stories.”
Returning home
Homecoming is one of the most highly-anticipated times of the year at Linfield. The leaves are turning colors, the weather is hopefully still warm and events are abundant. Between the drag show, pep rally, Linfield’s Finest award ceremony, football game and other events, Homecoming certainly is one of the best weekends of the year.
Seeking to impact people
"My experiences, interactions and education at Linfield taught me to balance work, study and college life which was a lesson in work/life balance."
Innovation in the automobile and voice assistant industry
"Linfield is a family to be proud of."
Alumni Profile: Yasumi Goto-Taniguchi '84
"Protiviti is a global consulting firm that delivers deep expertise, objective insights, a tailored approach and unparalleled collaboration to help leaders confidently face the future."
Crushing the wine business
"...the people I came to call lifelong friends from my days as a student are a priceless reminder of how lucky I was and still am, to be a Wildcat."
Alumni Profile: Brenna Patterson '12
"I had the privilege of working with a local winery during a class project my senior year. It was from this real-world experience that I discovered career opportunities in the wine industry."
Breaking down language barriers
Joplin, founder and CEO of the translation company, Verbio, credits her liberal arts education for helping her excel in an always-changing environment.
It all started in 1858
Linfield College was born 161 years ago today. Here are some facts about a college with a lot of history because a lot has happened in the last 161 years!
2021 Lloydena Grimes Award For Nursing Excellence Recipient
This year, Linfield alum Ashley Blatchley '06 was selected as the recipient of The Lloydena Grimes Award for Nursing Excellence.
Helping people in the community
"The professors and clinical instructors I had provided me with all the tools and knowledge I needed to not only find my dream job, but to succeed in it."
Returning home
Homecoming is one of the most highly-anticipated times of the year at Linfield. The leaves are turning colors, the weather is hopefully still warm and events are abundant. Between the drag show, pep rally, Linfield’s Finest award ceremony, football game and other events, Homecoming certainly is one of the best weekends of the year.
Building hope and aiding patients in recovery
"Linfield taught me to never give up, to keep trying, and if you fail, stand up and try again. Especially if it is something that you strongly desire."
It all started in 1858
Linfield College was born 161 years ago today. Here are some facts about a college with a lot of history because a lot has happened in the last 161 years!
The Linfield Magazine
The Linfield Magazine is published twice a year for alumni, students, faculty and friends. We tell bold stories about Linfield University and explore pressing topics in higher education and the world.
E-Cat newsletter
Read the March E-Cat
Read the March E-Cat
In this issue: Help us identify alumni who have made outstanding contributions in their fields or who have provided extraordinary service to Linfield. During Homecoming, the Alumni Association will present five award. Read more about the awards and place your nominations by May 15!
Read the February E-Cat
Read the February E-Cat
In this issue: We are pleased to announce the dates for our 2022 Homecoming celebration. Mark your calendars for Sept. 16-17! Watch a teaser video here and be sure to invite your fellow graduates. You can also find out more about upcoming events for the Linfield alumni community.
What's happening around Linfield
Latest News
Art of Tribal elder and alumnus Frank Kowing ’66 opening at Linfield Gallery
Art of Tribal elder and alumnus Frank Kowing ’66 opening at Linfield Gallery
One of Linfield University’s first studio art graduates will have his work displayed in the Linfield Gallery from Feb. 9 to March 18. Kowing was a member and elder of the Confederated Tribes of the Grand Ronde. He was born in McMinnville and graduated from Linfield in 1966.
Record-breaking $75 million Spark Wonder campaign announced
Record-breaking $75 million Spark Wonder campaign announced
Linfield University officially launched the Spark Wonder campaign, a comprehensive campaign that will affect all aspects of the university, including its people, places and programs. With a goal of $75 million, Spark Wonder is the largest fundraising initiative in the institution’s history.
Welcome to our new School of Nursing
Welcome to our new School of Nursing
Since 1982, when Linfield joined together with the Good Samaritan Hospital and Medical Center to establish the oldest nursing education program in the Pacific Northwest, our program has been in high-demand. We opened our doors on a new campus in northeast Portland for the 2021 spring semester. This new full-service location puts us in a position to grow.
Questions?
For more information, contact the Office of Alumni Engagement.