The Bethany College Education Department recently was notified that the Unit Accreditation Board of the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE) granted it continuing accreditation. More>
At its May 3 meeting on campus, the Bethany College Board of Directors elected new members and approved a new degree program, the Bachelor of Social Work. More>
Bethany student Tessa Howard, Sharon Springs, Kan., has been selected as the alternate winner of the Glenn T. Seaborg Science Award for 2008 by the Swedish Council of America. More>	Senior bioloby major Tessa Howard
On May 13, the Bethany College Symphonic Band will present its final concert of the academic year. With a theme of “One Body, One Bethany,” the band will perform music that speaks to the college’s heritage, mission and future. More>
Bethany College students, staff, faculty and community members gathered May 2 to celebrate the construction of a new apartment-style residence hall for students. More>	An artist's rendering of the finished apartment-style residence hall now under construction at Bethany College.
A partnership between Bethany College and Smoky Valley USD 400 will bring about vital athletic facility improvements in Lindsborg. Planned renovations for Anderson Field and Stadium include a multi-purpose turf field and a new, widened track to accommodate a 120 yard by 70 yard soccer field. Work on the project is scheduled to begin May 19, although additional funds still need to be raised. More>	Anderson Field and Stadium
Megan Pound came to Bethany four years ago planning a career in medicine. She still is considering it - but first, she'll spend a year of service with the Americorps National Civilian Community Corps. More>	Senior biology major Megan Pound
Bethany has formed a cooperative agreement with Harlaxton College in England, allowing Bethany students to study abroad there for a semester or the entire academic year. More>	Beginning as early as fall 2008, Bethany students will have the opportunity to study at historic Harlaxton College in England.
Kansas Congressman Jerry Moran will address the graduating class of 2008 at Bethany College during commencement ceremonies May 25. Pastor Ronald T. Glusenkamp of Bethany Lutheran Church, Cherry Hills Village, Colo., will preach during baccalaureate worship. More>	Congressman Jerry Moran
Two transformational gifts to Bethany College - one a $1 million challenge grant, the other a $400,000 estate gift - will make a difference at Bethany, in Lindsborg and in the lives of students for generations to come.   Gerald "Bud" Pearson, a long-time friend of the college, has challenged the college to raise $1 million for the construction of a new Swedish chapel and welcome center on campus. If the college does so, Pearson will donate a matching gift of $1 million.  More>	Gerald "Bud" Pearson