Thanks for your support!
My name is Calynda Meister and I am a junior at Linfield College. During this holiday season I would like to thank you for your support. (VIDEO)
December 23, 2009
Taiko drummers perform farewell songs for international students
This year 114 international students from 25 countries call Linfield home. The college Taiko Drummers gave them an enthusiastic send-off at a recent farewell reception. (VIDEO)
December 18, 2009
Linfield grad has face-to-face session with President Obama
When Joseph Medicine Crow ’38 received a Presidential Medal of Freedom last summer, the halls of the White House reverberated with the sounds of his drum as he sang the president an honor song.
Linfield to make up cuts in state aid to students
A recent decision by the state to reduce Oregon Opportunity Grant awards to Oregon students has many colleges and universities scrambling. In response, Linfield College sent a letter to grant recipients early this morning, with a promise to make up the shortfall in financial aid.
December 17, 2009
Linfield hosts William Stafford reading
A poetry reading celebrating and commemorating Oregon’s late poet laureate, William Stafford, will be held Tuesday, Jan. 12, at 7:30 p.m. in the Austin Reading Room at the Jereld R. Nicholson Library at Linfield College.
December 16, 2009
Linfield healthcare experts assist with Chinese healthcare reform
Health sciences Professor Michael Leahy and nursing Professor Vivian Tong addressed an audience of more than 3,000 medical practitioners in China.
December 14, 2009
New York Times cheers Linfield’s scholar athletes
Linfield looks like a small East Coast college plunked down in the West, complete with red-brick colonial dormitories and a bell tower that chimes on the hour. There’s one difference, according to The Times …
December 10, 2009
Wildcat playoff game featured in Sports Illustrated
The nation’s premiere sports magazine gave Linfield a sendoff, as the undefeated football team travels to Wisconsin Saturday to meet unbeaten UW-Whitewater in the semifinals of the NCAA Division III playoffs.
December 4, 2009
English prof weighs in on marriage in The Oregonian
Guest editorialist David Sumner, professor of English and environmental studies, said the issue of gay marriage would be less controversial if states got out of the marriage business, offered civil unions to gay couples, and left marriage rites to the churches.
December 3, 2009
Linfield to host Christmas candlelight service
Linfield College will host the annual Christmas candlelight service on Sunday, Dec. 13, at 7:30 p.m. in Jonasson Hall, lower level of Melrose Hall.
Linfield fall commencement scheduled Dec. 20
A total of 111 candidates for degrees will be presented at the Linfield College fall commencement Sunday, Dec. 20, at 2 p.m. in the Ted Wilson Gymnasium.
Music student aids cancer research
Local cancer research just got a boost. Jacob Nolte ’12, a music student who pitches baseball at Linfield, organized a benefit concert that raised $8,000 for a cause that has become close to his heart.
November 30, 2009
Linfield Reports, 11/30/09
November 23, 2009
UPCOMING EVENTS AT LINFIELD COLLEGE
November 19, 2009
Linfield students to perform dance concert
Linfield College will host a dance concert on Saturday, Dec. 5, at 8 p.m. in the Richard and Lucille Ice Auditorium in Melrose Hall.
Linfield chemistry professor to discuss Beijing culture, research
A year-long stay in Beijing is the focus of an upcoming lecture by a Linfield College faculty member. Jim Diamond, professor of chemistry, will present “Beijing Bang!” Tuesday, Dec. 1, at 3 p.m. in Jonasson Hall, lower level of Melrose Hall.
Annual Christmas concert at Linfield features holiday music
Linfield College will host the annual Christmas concert featuring holiday music and traditional carols. The Linfield Concert Choir, Women’s Vocal Ensemble and Wildcat Men’s Glee Club will perform in “Snow: A Christmas Concert” on Wednesday, Dec. 9, at 7:30 p.m. in the Richard and Lucille Ice Auditorium in Melrose Hall.
Student art work on exhibit at Linfield
An exhibition of student work will be featured Dec. 2-19 in the Linfield Fine Art Gallery in the James F. Miller Fine Arts Center. An opening reception will be held Wednesday, Dec. 9, at 6 p.m. in the gallery. Gallery hours are Tuesday through Saturday from noon to 5 p.m.
Richardson named Oregon Professor of the Year
Linfield College Professor Peter Richardson was featured in articles in the News-Register and The Oregonian for being named Oregon Professor of the Year by the Council for Advancement and Support of Education.
Six Linfield students test knowledge in regional competition
Six Linfield College students participated in Battle of the Brains, a regional computer programming competition that applied knowledge to real-world situations.
Jazz band and choir night at Linfield
Jazz music from the Swing Era is the focus of an upcoming concert at Linfield College. The Linfield Music Department will host Jazz Night, an event featuring the Jazz Band and Double Vision, the vocal jazz ensemble, on Friday, Dec. 11, at 8 p.m. in the Richard and Lucille Ice Auditorium in Melrose Hall.
November 18, 2009
Linfield fraternity plans ’12 Days of Christmas’
Theta Chi Fraternity at Linfield College will collect donations for Yamhill Community Action Partnership (YCAP), a local charitable agency, when they kick off their annual “Theta Chi 12 Days of Christmas” Nov. 30-Dec. 11 at the college.
November 17, 2009
Latino initiative addresses disparity in healthcare industry
An innovative Latino Initiative at Linfield College addresses the disparity between Oregon’s growing Hispanic population and the scarcity of Hispanic nurses.
Celebrate holiday season with Portland Baroque Orchestra
Linfield College invites the community to celebrate the holiday season with the Portland Baroque Orchestra. The ensemble will perform Wednesday, Dec. 2, at 7:30 p.m. in the Richard and Lucille Ice Auditorium in Melrose Hall.
November 16, 2009
DCE graduate finishes with commitment
Mike Fitzpatrick ‘09 learned a thing or two about tenacity and perseverance during his 21-year pursuit of a Linfield degree. Juggling demands of career and family, he took breaks in his schooling along the way, but always returned to Linfield to continue his education. Fitzpatrick took his final class over the summer, and earned a [...]
Music ensembles join for a concert at Linfield
A Fall Chamber Music Concert will be held Tuesday, Dec. 8, at 4 p.m. in Delkin Hall in the Vivian A. Bull Music Center at Linfield College.
Rwandan genocide portrayed in survivor’s moving documentary
Rwanda: Beyond the Deadly Pit, a moving documentary produced by a survivor of the 1994 Rwandan genocide, will be presented Monday, Nov. 16, at 7 p.m. in the Richard and Lucille Ice Auditorium in Melrose Hall at Linfield College.
November 9, 2009
Linfield students to perform ‘A Doll’s House’
A new spin on a traditional play will create a unique viewing experience for theatre audiences at Linfield College.
November 4, 2009
Linfield baseball coach to toss first pitch before Game 6 of World Series
Oregon native and Linfield College graduate Scott Brosius has been invited by the New York Yankees to throw out the ceremonial first pitch prior to Game 6 of the World Series tonight.
Linfield attains success at forensics tournament
McMINNVILLE – The Linfield College Forensics Team triumphed last week with ten top ten finishers, two finalists and two semifinalists.
Linfield to host annual forensics tournament
McMINNVILLE – Linfield College will host the 79th annual R.D. Mahaffey Memorial Forensics Tournament Nov. 20-22.
Classical guitarist to feature South American music
McMINNVILLE – A classical guitarist at Linfield College will present a faculty recital featuring South American music. Pamela Goldsmith, adjunct faculty of music at Linfield, will perform Saturday, Nov. 14, at 7 p.m. in the Delkin Recital Hall in the Vivian Bull Music Center.
November 2, 2009
Linfield biology professor to present lecture
McMINNVILLE – A Linfield College professor has revolutionized methods for teaching introductory biology to students. Christopher Gaiser, professor of biology, will present “Teaching Introductory Biology – A Historical Approach,” on Wednesday, Nov. 11, at 7:30 p.m. in 201 Riley Hall at Linfield.
Linfield Theatre offers discussion on women in the workforce
In conjunction with Linfield College Theatre Program’s production of Henrik Ibsen’s “A Doll’s House,” a post-show discussion, “The Changing Face of the American Workforce: Women, Careers, Family and Sacrifices,” will be held Friday, Nov. 6, and will include panelists from the college and the McMinnville community.
November 1, 2009
Linfield music student hosts cancer benefit
The Oregonian praised sophomore Jacob Nolte for his support of cancer research.
October 30, 2009
East Meets West in Innovative Ensemble
Virtuoso string ensemble Red Chamber and world music artist Randy Raine-Reusch will perform Saturday, Nov. 7, at 7:30 p.m. in the Richard and Lucille Ice Auditorium on the Linfield College campus in McMinnville. “Red Chamber: Secrets of the Chinese Court, Passions of the West” is free and the public is invited.
October 29, 2009
Ancient artifacts on display at Linfield museum
McMINNVILLE – Ancient ceramic artifacts are on display through Dec. 15 at the Linfield College Anthropology Museum, located in 121 Walker Hall at Linfield.
Linfield student celebrates Libyan roots
McMINNVILLE – Linfield College senior Nadia Abraibesh will discuss Libyan engagement, wedding and post-wedding traditions during “A Libyan Wedding,” Tuesday, Nov. 10, at 3 p.m. in Jonasson Hall, lower level of Melrose Hall at Linfield.
Student sampler recital scheduled at Linfield
McMINNVILLE – Linfield College music students will present a Student Sampler Recital Tuesday, Nov. 3, at noon in the Delkin Recital Hall in the Vivian A. Bull Music Center at Linfield College.
UPCOMING EVENTS AT LINFIELD COLLEGE
A listing of upcoming events at Linfield College.
Linfield featured in Chronicle of Higher Education
Linfield College’s small size eases the transition for international students, according to a recent feature in The Chronicle of Higher Education.
October 27, 2009
East Meets West in Innovative Ensemble
Virtuoso string ensemble Red Chamber and world music artist Randy Raine-Reusch will perform Saturday, Nov. 7, at 7:30 p.m. in the Richard and Lucille Ice Auditorium on the Linfield College campus. “Red Chamber: Secrets of the Chinese Court, Passions of the West” is free and the public is invited.
Tubist to accompany Linfield Concert Band
McMINNVILLE – Preparation for an annual fall concert is complete with the addition of a nationally recognized tuba soloist. The Linfield College Concert Band will perform with guest tuba soloist Tony Clements in a concert on Friday, Nov. 13, at 7:30 p.m. at McMinnville’s First Baptist Church, 125 SE Cowls Street.
October 26, 2009
Poet’s work recognized by Oregonian
English Professor Lex Runciman was recognized by The Oregonian for his poetry collection, Starting from Anywhere.
October 21, 2009
Linfield students to perform “A Doll’s House”
McMINNVILLE – A new spin on a traditional play will create a unique viewing experience for theatre audiences at Linfield College. “A Doll’s House” by Henrik Ibsen will be performed Thursday through Saturday, Nov. 5-7, and Nov. 12-14, at 8 p.m. in the Marshall Theatre in Ford Hall at Linfield. Another performance will be offered [...]
October 19, 2009
Linfield Reports, 10/19/09
October 16, 2009
Author to discuss collection of personal essays
McMINNVILLE – Award-winning author John Daniel will share his journey through life when he reads from a collection of personal essays, titled “The Far Corner: Northwestern Views on Land, Life and Literature.” The reading will be held on Monday, Nov. 2, at 7:30 p.m., in the Austin Reading Room of Nicholson Library at Linfield College.
Linfield College hosts community trick-or-treat tours
McMINNVILLE – Local children will be offered a safe and fun way to celebrate Halloween when Linfield College students host the annual trick-or-treat tour of campus, Friday, Oct. 30, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Linfield community to make a difference in Yamhill County
McMINNVILLE – One hundred and fifty Linfield College students, faculty and staff will volunteer their services throughout Yamhill County on Saturday, Oct. 24, during Make A Difference Day.
October 14, 2009
Beaverton citizen honored for humanitarian work
Editor’s Note: Bert Waugh, from Beaverton, will be honored this week with a Distinguished Alumnus of the Year Award from Linfield College. He will be recognized for his humanitarian work with homeless youth. McMINNVILLE — Empty bedrooms are hard to come by in the Waugh household. Bert Waugh and his wife Susy share a passion [...]
Turner earns Linfield service award
Editor’s Note: Bernie Turner of McMinnville will be honored with the Walker Service Award for his community-focused fundraising efforts during Homecoming festivities Oct. 16 at Linfield. McMINNVILLE – Thinking back over his life, it’s hard for Bernie Turner to remember a time when he wasn’t lending a hand. Turner, a retired pastor, has spent the [...]
Oller earns Linfield Alumni Service Award
Editor’s Note: Kristine Oller of Glendale, Calif., will be honored with the Linfield College Alumni Service Award during Homecoming festivities Oct. 16 at Linfield. McMINNVILLE, Ore. – At age 14, Kristine Oller’s idea of fun was to clean her sister’s room. Some things never change. Oller, a 1993 Linfield College graduate, organizational expert and career [...]
Holthaus earns Linfield alumni award
Editor’s Note: Michelle Johnston Holthaus of Portland will be honored as the Linfield College Outstanding Young Alumna for her distinguishing work in the technology industry during Homecoming festivities Oct. 16 at Linfield. McMINNVILLE – Just reading the resume of Michelle Johnston Holthaus is intimidating. All those abbreviations and technical terms: CPSD, channel strategy, OEM, RPG…
FOX News recognizes outreach of Linfield professor
Tara Lepp, health and human performance professor, appeared with student Liz Waddell ’10 on a Fox 12 television broadcast that showcased their volunteer outreach in Kenya.
October 13, 2009
Kama Ensemble to enliven Linfield
McMINNVILLE – The musical genius of Herbert Howells, Alexander Glazunov, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart and Jean Cras will grace Linfield College through a performance by the Kama Ensemble.
October 12, 2009
Linfield Reports, 10/12/09
October 8, 2009
Choral concert to celebrate Fall
McMINNVILLE – The Linfield College Music Department will host the Fall Choral Concert on Sunday, Oct. 25, at 4 p.m. in the Richard and Lucille Ice Auditorium in Melrose Hall at Linfield.
October 7, 2009
Linfield hosts homecoming for students, alumni
McMINNVILLE – Homecoming festivities for Linfield College students and alumni will be held the week of Oct. 12.
October 5, 2009
Environmental journalist to discuss America’s energy policy
MCMINNVILLE, Ore. Linfield College will present “Squeezed and Confused: America at an Energy Crossroads” Tuesday, Oct. 20, at 7:30 p.m. in Ice Auditorium on the Linfield campus. The lecture is free and the public is invited.
September 29, 2009
Orr to discuss gender research
McMINNVILLE – Amy Orr, associate professor of sociology at Linfield College, will discuss “Gendered Capital: Sex-Role Socialization and the ‘Boy Crisis’ in Education,” on Wednesday, Oct. 14, at 7:30 p.m. in 201 Riley Hall at Linfield.
September 28, 2009
McMenamins artists to exhibit at Linfield
“After Hours,” an exhibition of the private work of the McMenamins artists, will be on display Oct. 13 through Nov. 21 at the Linfield College Fine Art Gallery.
Acclaimed poet and novelist to visit Linfield
McMINNVILLE – Linfield College students and faculty will have the opportunity to learn about the life and works of an award-winning poet and novelist. Marilyn Chin will present her latest novel, “Revenge of the Mooncake Vixen,” and poetry on Thursday, Oct. 15, at 7:30 p.m. in the Austin Reading Room in the Jereld R. Nicholson [...]
September 24, 2009
Upcoming events at Linfield College
FRIDAY, OCT. 2 CHAMBER ORCHESTRA: The Linfield Chamber Orchestra will kick off the 2009-10 season with Concert 1: Infatuation on Friday, Oct. 2, at 8 p.m. in the Richard and Lucille Ice Auditorium in Melrose Hall at Linfield College. For more information, call 503-883-2275.
September 21, 2009
Linfield Reports, 9/21/09
September 16, 2009
Linfield professor to present Fulbright work
McMINNVILLE – For one Linfield College professor, summer vacation was an opportunity to examine agricultural and economic issues abroad. Eric Schuck, an associate professor of economics at Linfield, will share his experience teaching in Lebanon in his lecture, “Kefar, Hello, Ca Va – Living Learning and Lecturing in the Levant,” on Tuesday, Oct. 6, at [...]
Icebreaker opens Linfield theater season
McMINNVILLE – Linfield College students will kick-off the 2009-10 theatrical season with the annual Student Icebreaker. Performances will be held Thursday through Saturday, Sept. 24-26, at 8 p.m., and Friday, Sept. 25, at 8 p.m. and midnight in the Marshall Theatre in Ford Hall at Linfield. The theatre will open 45 minutes early for participants to [...]
September 15, 2009
McCarthyism and the press topic of lecture
McMINNVILLE Controversy surrounding the freedom of press in post-World War II America is the focus of an upcoming lecture by journalism historian Ed Alwood at Linfield College. Alwood will read from “Dark Days in the Newsroom: McCarthyism Aimed at the Press,” on Thursday, Oct. 8, at 7:30 p.m. in the Austin Reading Room in [...]
PIP drive goes back to the future
McMINNVILLE — Local business leaders and representatives from Linfield College will look back to the future for the launch of the 36th annual Partners in Progress campaign. The campaign, a long-standing partnership between Linfield and the McMinnville community, will return to a week-long blitz, similar to the structure of early PIP campaigns. The community fund [...]
September 14, 2009
Linfield grads keep it all in the family
In 2004, while driving to Linfield College for a college tour, Kristen Damazio ‘09 and daughter Heather Burk ‘09 heard a radio ad promoting the Linfield adult degree program. Though the tour was planned for Burk, Damazio listened with interest to the radio advertisement. “That planted the seed,” said Damazio, then a student in another [...]
September 8, 2009
Linfield Reports, 9/7/09
September 3, 2009
Runciman to read from new poetry collection
McMINNVILLE – Inspiration from everyday life is at the core of a new collection of poetry by award-winning Northwest author Lex Runciman. Runciman, Linfield College English professor, will read from “Starting from Anywhere” on Tuesday, Sept. 15, at 7:30 p.m. in the Austin Reading Room in the Jereld R. Nicholson Library at Linfield. The event, [...]
Linfield School of Nursing receives grant for scholarships
PORTLAND – For a second year, the Linfield-Good Samaritan School of Nursing has received $120,000 for scholarships from the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation (RWJF) through the RWJF New Careers in Nursing Scholarship Program. Grants provided through this competitive program will build upon Linfield’s previous efforts to increase the number of students enrolled in its accelerated [...]
August 31, 2009
Gilsdorf exhibit on tap at Linfield
“Assembly, line, image, system”, an exhibition of work by Portland artist Bean Gilsdorf, will open Wednesday, Sept. 2, in the Linfield College Fine Art Gallery in the James F. Miller Fine Arts Center.
August 27, 2009
Math research to launch Linfield faculty lecture series
McMINNVILLE – A Linfield College mathematics professor will kick off this year’s faculty lecture series. Chuck Dunn, associate professor of mathematics, will present “Linfield College and the Willamette Valley Mathematics REU-RET” on Wednesday, Sept. 9, at 7:30 p.m. in 201 Riley Hall at Linfield.
August 19, 2009
“Share a car” program comes to Linfield College
McMINNVILLE – Linfield College students, faculty and staff, along with local residents, now have access to a car sharing program. Linfield is among the first colleges in the Pacific Northwest to partner with U Car Share, a program that allows members to use a car for an hour or a day.
August 17, 2009
Hansen begins final year as dean of students
He’s been a father figure to thousands of Linfield College students but Dave Hansen takes his parental role in stride. As dean of students and vice president for student services, Hansen oversees student life while maintaining an active role in the administration and regularly teaching. Hansen’s position will change at the close of the 2009-10 [...]
Revkin to speak at Linfield’s opening convocation
McMINNVILLE – Andrew Revkin, a prizewinning reporter and author, will be the keynote speaker at opening convocation at Linfield College Tuesday, Sept. 1, at 2:30 p.m. in the Ted Wilson Gymnasium. Revkin’s presentation will reflect themes in the Linfield common reading selection, “Field Notes from a Catastrophe: Man, Nature, and Climate Change” by Elizabeth Kolbert. [...]