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At Bethany College, you'll pursue something greater than a degree. You'll carve out your place in the world. A place that belongs to you alone.
"We are thrilled to welcome Hayley Samford to the Bethany College family as our new Director of Alumni Development & Engagement," said Interim President of Bethany College, Steve Eckman. "With her deep roots in the Smoky Valley area and impressive qualifications, we are confident she will strengthen our alumni network and lead us towards an even brighter future. Her passion for community and commitment to excellence make her a great fit for this vital role."
The Bethany College Criminal Justice Department recently hosted a tabletop exercise aimed at enhancing preparedness for an active threat scenario on the college campus. The event, which took place on April 5, saw participation from various stakeholders including college representatives, Lindsborg city officials, and key figures from surrounding areas such as Ellsworth County, McPherson County, Bethany Home, Smoky Valley USD400, and the Lindsborg Community Hospital.
Lindsborg, KS - Bethany College is thrilled to announce the distinguished speakers for its upcoming Baccalaureate and Commencement ceremonies, both to be held on Saturday, April 27 at Presser Hall Auditorium. Baccalaureate Speaker: Reverend Lamont Anthony Wells Reverend Lamont Anthony Wells, Executive Director of the Network of Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA) Colleges and Universities (NECU), will deliver the Baccalaureate address. Reverend Wells, a dynamic speaker and human rights activist, brings a wealth of experience in fostering ecumenism, social justice, and inclusion. His insightful and inspiring messages resonate with audiences worldwide. Commencement Speaker: Dr. Brent Mai ('85) Dr. Brent Mai ('85), Dean of Libraries at Wichita State University, will deliver the Commencement address. A Western Kansas native and distinguished academic leader, Dr. Mai's career spans prestigious institutions such as Purdue, Vanderbilt, and Concordia - Portland Universities. His expertise in library sciences, coupled with his extensive research on the history and culture of the Volga Germans, enriches his engaging speeches. Both ceremonies, integral parts of Bethany's Lutheran heritage, will take place at Presser Hall Auditorium. The Baccalaureate service at 10:30 a.m., will feature worship, music performances by Bethany music ensembles, and reflections. The Commencement ceremony will follow at 2:00 p.m., celebrating the academic achievements of Bethany's graduating class. For more information about Bethany College's Baccalaureate and Commencement ceremonies, please visit bethanylb.edu/graduation .