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Bluefield University Mourns the Loss of Dr. Dan Grabeel
Bluefield University mourns the loss of Dr. Daniel E. Grabeel, Sr., a dedicated servant leader and distinguished dentist.
Bluefield University to Host 2026 Rise Up Rams Golf Outing
Bluefield University will host its annual Rise Up Rams Golf Outing on Friday, August 28, 2026, at Fincastle Golf Club in Bluefield, Virginia.
Bluefield University Mourns the Loss of Dr. Generoso Duremdes
Bluefield University mourns the loss of Dr. Generoso Duremdes, a champion of rural healthcare and Christ-centered education.
Campus Transformation Continues as Rish Hall Renovation Nears Completion
The comprehensive renovation of Rish Hall represents one of the most significant residential upgrades on campus in decades.
From Freshman Year to Forever: The Story of Bluefield University Alumni Devan Reeves and Maddie Thompson
Devan Reeves and Maddie Thompson met at a Ram Day in 2017 and will return to the BU campus nine years later to host their wedding reception.
Bluefield University Achieves Approval of Doctoral Programs and Institutional-Level Change
The university was approved to offer doctoral degrees and launch its Doctor of Education and Doctor of Business Administration programs.
Bluefield University Continues Upward Momentum with Growth Across Key Academic Programs
The university has grown beyond last year’s record and now serves more than 1,600 unique students during the 2025-26 academic year.
Donald B. Wanda O’Shinski Moore Scholarship Fund Established at Bluefield University
Bluefield University has received an initial gift of nearly $540,000 to create one of its largest endowed scholarship funds to date.
Communication and Criminal Justice: Savannah Taylor Reflects on Double Majoring and Interning
Savannah Taylor is a rising junior pursuing bachelor’s degrees in criminal justice and communication arts.
Bluefield University Names Dr. Jason Craig as Provost
Bluefield University is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Jason Craig as Provost, with an official start date of July 7, 2026.