Bluefield University Spire Winter 2025-2026

UPCOMING EVENTS

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the Centennial Campaign Committee as Bluefield approached its 100th anniversary, and his generosity has helped countless students. “The Lord has been very gracious to me and gave me lots of opportunities, and I wanted to use some of my money that the Lord had given me to give back to Bluefield,” he said.

“I would like to see more alumni support for the school, financial support as well as support of potential students,” he shared. “I would love, particularly retirees that are looking at their required minimum distribution from their IRAs and 401(k)s, to consider doing a qualified charitable distribution to Bluefield University.” Bluefield University’s mission is to develop servant leaders to transform the

world. The power of investing in students through Christ-centered educational and extracurricular programs is seen in the impact and success of alumni like Bob Houck. Join him in helping students go further in their academics, faith, and service by visiting bluefield.edu/giving.

Referencing R.L. Sharpe’s “A Bag of Tools,” Bob calls Bluefield University “a stepping-stone” he is helping make, and he encourages his fellow alumni to join him in partnering with the institution. He envisions the university’s continued growth and commitment to Christian education.

Upcoming Events

Monday January 12 On-Campus Spring Term and Online Spring Term 1 Begin Saturday February 7 Presidential Scholarship Competition Thursday-Sunday February 19-22 Romeo & Juliet Presented by Bluefield Youth and Community Theatre Friday-Saturday February 27-28 Deeper Young Adult Conference Hosted by BU Campus Ministries

Wednesday April 22 Honors Convocation

Thursday April 30 Giving Day & Mud Pig Day Friday May 1 Graduate Commencement

Saturday May 2 Undergraduate Commencements Wednesday May 13 Online Summer Term 1 Begins

Monday March 9 Online Spring Term 2 Begins