Here at the Bushnell University School of Bible, Theology, and Ministry we help you discern, explore, and grow in your clarity about God’s calling regardless of the vocation.
As part of the College of Theology, Arts, and Sciences, our academic programs help students to think critically and theologically, cultivate character and integrity, as they grow deeper in their understanding of the Christian faith. We ground our quality biblical and theological education in mentored practical experience such as practicums, internships, cross-cultural ministry experiences, and Bible lands study tours. These equip you to be biblically faithful, culturally engaged, and spiritual vibrant in your pursuit of God’s calling in a broad scope of ministry vocations across the street or across the world.
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Agam Iheanyi-Igwe, Ph.D.
Associate Dean, School of Bible, Theology, & Ministry
541-684-7314
aiheanyiigwe@bushnell.edu
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Agam Iheanyi-Igwe, Ph.D.
Associate Dean, School of Bible, Theology, & Ministry
541-684-7314
aiheanyiigwe@bushnell.edu
Why Choose Bushnell’s School of Bible, Theology, & Ministry?
The specialty of the School of Bible, Theology, and Ministry is the team of faculty experts who combine excellent scholarship with extensive ministry experience, and are passionate about Jesus and care deeply for their students. As we live out the Bushnell themes of Wisdom, Faith, and Service, you can count on our commitment to the Bible as God’s word, our commitment to your personal and spiritual growth and our commitment to help you be ready for ministry.
We believe that the best hope of our troubled world lies in the community of transformed Jesus followers and just like in the first century, God is using transformed men and women who have encountered Jesus to change the world today. Come along and let us do it together!
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- University Choir
- Bushnell Chorale
- Bushnell Jazz Ensemble
- Chamber Ensemble
- The Grove Collective
- Grove Live Production
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Bible, Theology, Ministry & Worship Faculty and Staff
- Rev. Troy Dean, M.A. – Campus Pastor & Assistant Professor
- Agam Iheanyi-Igwe, Ph.D. – Associate Dean of Bible, Theology, & Ministry & Associate Professor
- Joshua Little, M.A. – Assistant Professor of Biblical Studies and Christian Formation
- A.J. Swoboda, Ph.D. – Associate Professor of Biblical Studies and World Christianity
- Nathan Poehlke, M.M. – Music Theory, Ear Training & Sightreading, Music Composition, Guitar, Bass Guitar, Instrumental Ensembles
- Nathan Smith – Worship Arts Coordinator
Adjunct Faculty – Bible, Theology, & Ministry
- Dr. Mick Bollenbaugh
- Dr. Trevor Cochell
- Dr. Ryan Connor
- Chad DeKay
- Dr. Lynn Jacobson
- Erica Monge-Greer
- Dr. Sosamma Samuel-Burnett
- Joe Tepe
- Dr. Wes Wright
Adjunct Faculty – Music & Worship Arts
- Winston Arblaster, M.A. – Music Theory, Instrumental Ensembles
- Robert Ashens, B.M. – Conducting
- Gabe Buhler, M.A. – Worship Arts
- Kristian Harrison, M.F.A., Th.M. – Theatre Arts
- Enoch Howell, CTS-D – Music Technology
- Lynn Kane, Ph.D. – Music History, Worship
- Cathy Patton, B.A. – Flute
- Jen Quinnelly, D.M.A. – Voice
- Gerry Rempel, M.M. – Guitar, Bass Guitar
- Matthew Taylor, M.M. – Instrumental Studies
- Oscar Watson, B.A. – Drums
- Emily Weinkauf Kidder, MBA.MB – Music Business, Piano
- Sarah Wilfong, D.M.A. – Violin
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Music Scholarship Audition Application
Students who wish to pursue a degree in Music at Bushnell University are required to complete an audition in addition to the standard admission process. The audition allows faculty to assess a student’s preparation and potential for success as a music major or minor, and eligible students may be considered for music scholarships. Students interested solely in ensemble participation are also encouraged to audition, as this may support ensemble placement and potential participation-based awards.
The audition process includes three components: an audition request form with a personal statement, a personal interview with faculty, and a performance audition. Auditions are offered during designated Preview Days as well as on most weekdays by appointment, with video submissions available for students unable to travel to campus. Performance auditions typically include two prepared selections, with sight-reading required for some applicants.
Learn more about Music & Performing Arts audition requirements, dates, and submission options.
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Mission
The mission of the School of Bible, Theology, and Ministry is to cultivate biblically faithful and culturally engaged leaders that are well equiped to think critically and theologically as they deepen their Christian faith and strengthen their vocation. Students within their programs will be joined alongside faithful and dedicated faculty as they prepare to serve in areas such as church ministry, non-profits, and the mission field.
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  Agam Iheanyi-Igwe, Ph.D.
“The School of Bible, Theology, and Ministry equips students with theological reasoning, spiritual formation, and practical ministry skills to serve in the church, non-profits, and on the mission field. The emphasis on world Christianity, and on calling, makes our program unique as students are equipped to think vocationally, broadly, recognizing that their calling transcends whatever their career turns out to be in any given season, and may be expressed both within and beyond the faith community.”