FAQ
Future plans for Bluffton University are pivoting unexpectedly and quickly. Answers to many of your questions are yet to be determined. Here’s answers that what we now know.
On Wednesday, Feb. 26, 2025, the University of Findlay’s Board of Trustees made the
decision to halt the proposed merger with Bluffton University. The board voted not
to move forward with a joint application to the Higher Learning Commission. Bluffton
University is shocked and disappointed by this change in direction.
The decision to halt the merger was made by the University of Findlay’s Board of Trustees.
Bluffton University is not privy of the reasoning behind the decision.
Bluffton University remains strong, financially stable and strategically independent.
Our commitment to academic excellence, innovation and community remains unwavering.
Bluffton is in a strong position, with a solid foundation, and is well-prepared for
future growth and success.
Bluffton University will continue its focus on providing an outstanding educational
experience, expanding academic programs and strengthening our campus community. Our
mission of fostering intellectual growth, leadership and community engagement remains
at the core of everything we do. We will continue to seek opportunities for collaboration
and innovation to enhance the student experience.
Bluffton University remains committed to its mission and values. While the merger
did not move forward, we will continue to evolve and adapt to the changing needs of
higher education. Our focus remains on providing excellent academic programs, student
services and opportunities for growth and development. In the coming months, Bluffton
will prepare a vision for our strategic future.
Bluffton will continue to look for new opportunities for growth, innovation and collaboration.
Our leadership will focus on strengthening our position as a leader in higher education,
fostering partnerships that align with our mission and ensuring that our students
continue to thrive in an ever-changing world.
We are committed to being transparent with our community. Our faculty, staff and students
are our first priority, and our alumni, donors and friends are crucial to Bluffton’s
success. We will share updates with our constituents via email and social media.
Our alumni and donors are vital to Bluffton University’s success. Their continued
support enables us to provide scholarships, enhance our academic programs and maintain
the strength of our campus community. We will continue to engage with alumni and donors
as we move forward, sharing updates and opportunities for involvement. If you’d like
to support Bluffton with a charitable gift, you can do so at www.bluffton.edu/give
If you have any questions or concerns, an online question submission form is available for you to submit any inquiries. We are committed to responding to your
questions as we are able and keeping everyone informed as we move forward.
Yes! Bluffton College Foundation was launched in early February 2025 and is accepting donations. This charitable organization
will still support special initiatives on the Bluffton University campus.