Events are free and open to the public unless otherwise noted
August 19
Art Exhibit: “Elegies of Unrest,” by Justin Johnson, 8-5 p.m. weekdays, 1-5 p.m. weekends, through Oct. 5. Reception: 10 a.m, - Noon, Saturday, Oct. 5. Artist Talk 10:30 a.m., Grace Albrecht Gallery Sauder Visual Arts Center
August 20
Forum: “Becoming Rooted,” Opening Convocation by Dr. Sarah Fedirka, associate professor of English at University of Findlay, 10:45 a.m., Yoder Recital Hall
Bluffton University is inviting cross country team alumni to dust off their running shoes for the 2024 Cross Country Alumni Race.
The event takes place at 6:00 p.m. on Friday, Aug. 30, at the Bluffton University Nature Preserve. Be part of the alumni team or cheer on former teammates.
Bioblitz 2024 will be a collaborative effort of Bluffton University and the University of Findlay aimed at exploring and documenting the rich biodiversity within their respective nature preserves. Scheduled for July 13, 2024, from 9:00 a.m.- 5:00 p.m., volunteers and community members are invited to join faculty experts in the day-long exploration of local ecosystems.
The event will begin at the Rieck Center for Habitat Studies, located at 17311 TR 166, Mount Blanchard, Ohio, then proceed to Spurgat Land Conservancy, located at CR 79 and CR 59, Rawson, Ohio, culminating at the Bluffton University Nature Preserve, located at 10625 Augsburger Road, Bluffton, Ohio. A reception at the Moyer Center will conclude the day, providing participants with an opportunity to share findings and experiences.
For the fifth year in a row Bluffton University has been recognized by Colleges of Distinction for its commitment to providing a high-quality undergraduate education which focuses on hands-on learning, strong student-teacher relationships, a vibrant campus life and successful outcomes.
The guide for college-bound students named Bluffton a 2024-25 College of Distinction, Ohio College of Distinction and Christian College of Distinction. Bluffton’s business and education departments have also been recognized as leading programs of distinction.
