Local students graduate from Linfield University

MCMINNVILLE, OR (07/08/2026)-- Linfield University is pleased to release its newest list of graduates. Following the spring 2026 semester, more than 480 students earned an undergraduate degree, master's degree or certificate from Linfield. The commencement ceremony and pinning ceremony for the School of Nursing were held on May 31.

Local students graduating include:

• Brandon Dean of Sandy, OR, graduated with a Bachelor of Science in psychology.
• Mason Love of Welches, OR, graduated summa cum laude with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing.
• Shilo Scott of Boring, OR, graduated cum laude with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing.
• Ashley White of Boring, OR, graduated summa cum laude with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing.

A recording of 2026 Spring Commencement is available on Linfield's YouTube page.

Linfield University is an independent, nonprofit university with campuses in McMinnville and Portland, Oregon, as well an eCampus for online learning. Since 1858, Linfield has connected traditional liberal arts experience with practical education in more than 50 majors, including wine studies, sport management, and nursing. Linfield also offers interdisciplinary master's degrees in business, nursing, and sports sciences. For six years running, U.S. News & World Report has named Linfield one of the top liberal arts colleges in the nation when it comes to social mobility. Forty-two percent of Linfield undergraduates are first-generation college students, and 42% are U.S. students of color. Linfield competes in the NCAA Division III Northwest Conference. Learn more at www.linfield.edu.