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Head Coach Diana Villalpando Spurs Passion for Beach Volleyball in the Pacific Northwest

Although indoor volleyball was her primary sport in college—and the sport she’s been assistant coaching for the past several years—Diana fell in love with the beach version of the game through playing recreationally and in local tournaments. She loves the opportunities beach volleyball provides players, beyond what they get to do indoors.

January 17, 2020 | News

Celebrating “Great Joy”: Corban University Highlights from Fall 2019

This year’s Christmas verse, Luke 2:10, talks about Good News and Great Joy—and this fall, Corban University has experienced an abundance of good news! In the midst of a challenging culture for Christian higher education, Corban University stands strong—grounded in the truth of God’s Word, unwavering in our commitment to educate Christians who will make a difference in the world for Jesus Christ

December 9, 2019 | News

“The Heart of the Program”: Rachel Martin Shapes Corban Softball Team for Success, On and Off the Field

From serving at Washington Family Ranch to navigating the Salem Ropes Course together, Corban’s softball team is learning how to become a family, both on and off the field. Learn how head coach Rachel Martin is shaping her team through relationship-building, service, and worship, so they can become not only excellent athletes, but excellent women.

December 2, 2019 | News

Corban Welcomed Over 70 Salem Professionals on Campus for 5th Annual Mock Interviews

On Friday, November 22, over 70 professionals from the Salem community volunteered their time to assist with Corban’s 5th annual mock interviews. This year, over 85 students in the Hoff School of Business got to practice their interview skills in an environment that simulated the pressures and expectations of an actual job interview.

December 2, 2019 | News

Becoming Excellent Women Together: Kylie McMinn Shares Her Passion for Coaching Lacrosse

“I love to win as much as the next person,” says Kylie McMinn, Corban University’s new women’s lacrosse coach. “For me, that’s more fun. But my main focus is helping the girls become excellent women – athletically, academically, relationally, and spiritually.”

November 13, 2019 | News

Corban Celebrates 50 Years in Salem with Music, Food, and Fun at “A Corban Homecoming”

The plink of banjo strings could be heard half way across campus as the Severin Sisters graced the air with Americana music. The banjo, joined by acoustic guitars and a fiddle, set the stage for A Corban Homecoming with bluegrass and country renditions of classic songs.

October 23, 2019 | News

Corban University Exceeds Annual Fund Goal Amidst 15% Enrollment Growth

Salem, Ore. – Enrollment growth, combined with an impressive year for Corban’s advancement team, points to a promising future and expanded opportunities for Corban students. Over the past ten years, Corban has seen a 23% increase in the number of on-campus undergraduate students (702 total enrollment in 2009, compared to 865 total enrollment in 2019)

September 2, 2019 | News

“Rally and Take Heart”: Corban University Commences 2019-20 Academic Year with Convocation Ceremony

Bagpipes have long been an enjoyable tradition at Corban University’s Convocation and Commencement ceremonies—two events that bookmark the academic year, ushering in the year with hope and excitement and concluding it with celebration and accomplishment. At both events, the Willamette Valley Pipes and Drums have provided regal processional music.

August 28, 2019 | News

Preston Sprinkle Returns to Corban to Discuss Faith, Sexuality, and Gender

This September, Dr. Preston Sprinkle will be joining the Corban community to discuss faith, sexuality, and gender. We’re excited to welcome Dr. Sprinkle once again as we enter one of the pressing conversations facing the church and LGBTQ people today: how does the Bible address faith, sexuality, and gender, and how can the church enter this conversation with compassion, truth, and love?

August 26, 2019 | News

Corban’s Head Wrestling Coach Keegan Davis Shares How Wrestling Shaped His Faith

Having wrestled for Sprague High School and Oregon State University, Keegan knows first-hand just how personal a wrestling match can feel. “When you have success, you feel really good because it’s a reflection of all the hard work you’ve put into the sport. When you don’t have success, even if you’ve worked hard, it can be really crushing.”

August 26, 2019 | News

Corban University announces Kylie McMinn as the inaugural head coach for Women’s Lacrosse

Corban University director of athletics Twiggs Reed announced recently that Kylie McMinn will serve as the inaugural head coach for the Warrior women’s lacrosse team. She will begin her duties as the squad’s first-ever skipper on July 1, with the program’s first competitive season slated for the spring of 2021.

July 15, 2019 | News

Corban’s Annual Theatre Camp Begins July 22

Open to students entering grades 4–12, Corban’s Theatre Camp provides fun, educational training in theatre arts. We provide a platform for students to explore and express their God-given creativity and imagination while encouraging them to delight in the theatre process and the end-product.

July 15, 2019 | News