Beavers All

I'm a Beaver. You're a Beaver. We’re Beavers All. And when we get together, we do the Beaver Call.
B E A - V E R Beavers. Beavers. Go Beavers!
Bluffton has been known as The Beavers since the late 1920s when long-time coach A.C. Burcky noted that Beavers are resourceful, accomplish more with less (“works with twigs, building up large things from small”) and work to leave the world a better place (“never does things any worse than its ancestors did.”)
Let us celebrate the many ways that we are Beavers All!

President’s Ambassadors provide campus tours to prospective students, sit on student panels at admissions events, greet special campus guests, and engage with alumni and donors at special events.

Meet Adalie Hanefeld '29

Meet �鶹Ů��'s newest President's Ambassadors, high-achieving students who recruit prospective students, welcome campus guests, and engage alumni and donors. Adalie Hanefeld '29 is a communication and media major from Bluffton, Ohio.

Meet Makenna Curtin '29

Meet �鶹Ů��'s newest President's Ambassadors, high-achieving students who recruit prospective students, welcome campus guests, and engage alumni and donors. Makenna Curtin '29 is a communications and media major from Cincinnati, Ohio.

Meet Jayden Cupp

Meet �鶹Ů��'s newest President's Ambassadors, high-achieving students who recruit prospective students, welcome campus guests, and engage alumni and donors. Jadyn Cupp '29 is a P-5 early education major from Leipsic, Ohio.

Meet Emma Crombie

Meet �鶹Ů��'s newest President's Ambassadors, high-achieving students who recruit prospective students, welcome campus guests, and engage alumni and donors. Emma Crombie '29 is a nursing major from Wilmington, Ohio.

Meet Seth Bova

Meet �鶹Ů��'s newest President's Ambassadors, high-achieving students who recruit prospective students, welcome campus guests, and engage alumni and donors. Seth Bova '28 is a health and physical education major from Bellevue, Ohio.

Meet Isabella Bishop

Meet �鶹Ů��'s newest President's Ambassadors, high-achieving students who recruit prospective students, welcome campus guests, and engage alumni and donors. Isabella Bishop '29 is a criminal justice and psychology major from Waynesburg, Ohio.

Meet Raigan Balmer '29

Meet �鶹Ů��'s newest President's Ambassadors, high-achieving students who recruit prospective students, welcome campus guests, and engage alumni and donors. Raigan Balmer '29 is an P-5 education and K-12 intervention specialist double major from Lake of the Ozarks, Mo.

Meet Sam Archambeau '27

Meet �鶹Ů��'s newest President's Ambassadors, high-achieving students who recruit prospective students, welcome campus guests, and engage alumni and donors. Sam Archambeau '27 is an intervention specialist major from Maumee, Ohio.

Meet Benten Adkins '29

Meet �鶹Ů��'s newest President's Ambassadors, high-achieving students who recruit prospective students, welcome campus guests, and engage alumni and donors. Benten Adkins '29 is a history major from McComb, Ohio.

At the showcase, Stephens presented research that combined her clinical experience with work-based learning in healthcare

COF Scholar Showcase

Grant recipient, Kate Stephens '28, a nursing major from Trenton, Ohio, was selected to represent �鶹Ů�� at the COF Scholar Showcase held Feb. 27, 2026, at the Ohio Statehouse.

Now back on campus, Dickson is serving on the advancement team, as well as overseeing special projects and grant writing, work she sees as deeply relational.

Coming Full Circle

Through discernment, service and leadership, Kathy Dickson '03, MDiv, followed her calling from Bluffton to beyond and back, reconnecting with a community that continues to shape her work.

For Suter, coming back isn’t just a career move. It’s an investment in the place, and people, who shaped him.

Building Bluffton's Advancement

For Pete Suter '94, MAOM '02, �鶹Ů�� has never just been a workplace or an alma mater; it's home.

Research Refines Purpose

For Gabby Green '27, a biology/pre-med major from Beavercreek, Ohio, an interest in dermatology began in an unexpected way.

Rooted in Relationships

Rooted in relationships, Ethan Stearns, '23, MBA '25 built skills, discovered direction and returned to serve the Bluffton community that first invested in his education, leadership and personal growth.

One of Specht’s most unique Bluffton experiences came through a cross-disciplinary project in her linear electronics class, where she and two classmates built a robot for the fall theatre production “After the Blast.”

Robotics and the arts

Jennifer Specht '27, Fairfield, Ohio, appreciates the hands-on learning opportunities at �鶹Ů��, noting a recent experience that allowed for collaboration across academic departments.

J. Denny came on the scene in fall 2010 to honor Dr. J. Denny Weaver, professor emeritus of religion and longtime faculty athletics representative at �鶹Ů��. Jenny was introduced in fall 2014 to help J. Denny spread campus cheer. Since their introductions, just 50 students have served as J. Denny or Jenny Beaver.

2025-26 Mascot Reveal

�鶹Ů�� officially revealed its 2025-26 mascots during Community Day on Saturday, Jan. 17, as part of a doubleheader basketball celebration at Sommer Center.

“My goal as a coach isn’t about the record. I don’t care about the wins; I don’t care about the losses,” Williams explained. “I’d rather teach life skills, like being able to communicate, time management, those kinds of things.”

From Player to Mentor

Gabby Williams '26, an exercise science and strength and conditioning double major from Urbana, Ohio, has used her deep knowledge of volleyball to coach Ohio-based club volleyball teams.

“We figured out how to present our work as if we were presenting to a company, which built a new set of skills for me. There was a little bit more behind-the-scenes work that I got to be involved in,

Growth through Greece

Cami Hazelton '26, a studio art major, studied for a semester at the American College of Greece (ACG) in Agia Paraskevi, Greece, and sees it as the best time of her life.

Dodson attributes his passion for social work to his experience with Appalachia Build, saying, “Without this experience, I probably wouldn’t have gone into social work.”

Service and Self-Discovery

Micah Dodson '27, a social work major from Wooster, Ohio had his perspective of life transformed during his work experience with Appalachia Build last summer.

Daugherty interned with Bread for the City, an organization providing comprehensive care for low-income families through food, clothing, social services and legal assistance.

Reflection and Responsibilities

Logan Daugherty '27, a biology and chemistry double major from Bradford, Ohio, took part in the EMU Washington Semester program, gaining hands-on experience in a nonprofit medical clinic.

Over the course of the summer, King shadowed professionals at Fulton County Health Center, the Fulton County Health Department, and Parkview Bryan Hospital.

Hands-on Insight

Trevor King '28, a medical laboratory science major from Wauseon, Ohio, spent his summer gaining hands-on insight into healthcare through �鶹Ů��'s Summer Discovery Grant program.

Adams' exploration of quantum physics over the summer offered opportunity to explore labs and learn more about the use of light for medical and research related improvements.

Quantum Summer School

Anthony Adams '26, a mathematics major with a computer science minor from Cleveland, Ohio, spent a week immersed in the world of quantum physics through the West Virginia University Quantum Summer School.

Despite stepping into a field far outside her major, Jones says the opportunities she experienced this summer expanded her vision for the future.

Canvas to Conservation

Through the EMU Washington Semester, Jones participated in an immersive two-month experience that combined environmental work, cross-cultural learning and communal living.

Jami Baker appreciates how faculty, staff and students come together at �鶹Ů�� to encourage one another and help out in times of need.

Small Campus Connections

Jamie Baker, a criminal justice major, enjoys the closeness of the Bluffton campus community and friendships created along the way.

Wakefield appreciates the connections she has on and off the basketball court, noting how faculty, staff and her coaches have welcomed her to Bluffton.

Handwritten appreciation

Lillian Wakefield '28, a business and sports management double major, knew with confidence she wanted to come to Bluffton simply from a handwritten welcome letter she received.

Kenzea appreciates the friendships she's made at �鶹Ů��, noting how her involvement on campus has given her opportunities to enjoy connections she might not have otherwise made.

Connections beyond the court

From basketball to early fieldwork, Kenzea Townsend feels prepared for a career in teaching with the guidance of mentors, supportive coaches and welcoming campus community at �鶹Ů��.

Goerss, a P-5 early childhood and K-12 intervention specialist double major, appreciates Bluffton's welcoming environment and helpful faculty and staff.

Surrounded by Support

President's Ambassador Keylee Goerss found Bluffton to be a welcoming place that supported her goals of becoming an educator.

More than a number

Jordan Croy, a middle childhood education major, appreciates the relationship building at �鶹Ů�� at the close community on campus.

Green's passion for helping others started at an early age, and her time at �鶹Ů�� has provided her the opportunity to gain skills to serve others through work in the medical field.

Prepared for Life

Gabby Green, a biology and pre-med major, feels her classes at �鶹Ů�� are preparing her for service in the medical field.

Liz Crites has a passion for helping others and looks to use her major to help young students with speech pathology needs.

Creative Personal Connections

Liz Crites appreciates the small class sizes that �鶹Ů�� offers, allowing her to build life-long friendships and receive personalized support from faculty and staff.

Jake McCoy has found success in his pre-PT courses due to the encouragement of faculty, staff and coaches that support his journey at �鶹Ů��.

Mentally Fortified

President's Ambassador Jake McCoy has found academic, mental and spiritual support at �鶹Ů�� thanks to caring faculty, staff and coaches.

Hannah Wood knows being passionate about what you do directly impacts the care you provide others, especially in the healthcare and PT field.

Fostering Trust

Hannah Wood, president's ambassador and pre-physical therapy major, knows the importance of building trust to better help others. Through PT, she hopes to help others build better quality of life through wellness.

Gage Gleespen notes the importance of making connections at �鶹Ů��.

Achieving Dreams

President's Ambassador Gage Gleespen '27 feels the small class sizes and faculty support are putting him on the path to success during his time at �鶹Ů��.

As an athlete, Lauren Leslie notes the importance of fueling your body to its full potential.

Fueling Future Potential

Lauren Leslie came to Bluffton not only to play sports but also to explore the connection between nutrition and athletic wellness.

Halee McDade has found support from faculty, staff and coaches to grow as a future educator.

Support to Succeed

President's Ambassador Halee McDade has a passion for teaching others that is fostered by the support system of faculty, staff and coaches at �鶹Ů��.

Emily (Huxman ’17) Hilty plans to foster the sense of belonging on campus.

Building connections

Emily (Huxman '17) Hilty, the new development and alumni relations coordinator, plans to use her background in event planning to create opportunities for people to connect.

Offensive lineman Devyn Milburn found community on campus in his classes and with the football team.

Encouraging mentors

Devyn Milburn is pushed to reach his full potential by his coaches, faculty and staff. The business administration major now serves as a President's Ambassador.

Based on research

With a passion for science, President's Ambassador Trevor King took a deep look at career options and discovered Medical Laboratory Science.

Following footsteps

President's Ambassador Saniyah Terry came to Bluffton for volleyball, and stayed for the community.

Courtney Benton appreciates the support of faculty and opportunities available at �鶹Ů��.

Standing up for what's right

Advocating for others through government is the goal for sociology major and President's Ambassador Courtney Benton.