Newtonian Society Swedes in Stem - Dr. Colton Hartline

This edition of our Alumni Spotlight Series features Swedes in STEM.

Dr. Colton Hartline, DDS, graduated from Bethany College in 2015 with a degree in Biology. During his time at Bethany, Hartline was a member of Tri-Beta, a biology honor society, residential life as a residential assistant, a Bethany ambassador assisting admissions, and was also on the dean’s list graduating cum laude.

Some of the most useful skills and knowledge Hartline learned during his time at Bethany came from being involved in many different programs. As he explains, “I became comfortable facing new challenges which allowed me to develop strong interpersonal and critical thinking skills that I use every day in my profession.”

One of the most rewarding experiences of Hartline’s time at Bethany College was being a residential assistant. “I became very close to my floormates, made many memories with them, and still talk to them on a regular basis.”

Hartline offers the following advice for current and future Bethany Science and Math Majors, “stay dedicated to your studies, the reward will be worth it. Understand the process of learning is more important than the outcome and that we all have different learning curves. Never be afraid to ask for help and always be the first to offer help.”

After graduation from Bethany College, Hartline began Dental School at the University of Missouri Kansas City, graduated in 2019, and has been practicing in Wichita since. 

Swedes in Science Technology Engineering and Math (STEM) was created by the Bethany College Newtonian Society (Math and Science Club) to spotlight Bethany Alumni with a Math/Science Degree. Our goal is to recognize our Alumni’s Achievements post-graduation and provide a valuable resource to students pursuing a degree in STEM. A display is located outside of Nelson Lecture Hall.