Bethany College Invites Alumni and Community to 2025 State of the College Address

Bethany College (bethanylb.edu) President Laura Crawley will deliver her first State of the College on Oct. 17, 2025 at 10 a.m. in the J.E. and L.E. Mabee Welcome Center on Bethany College Campus. Faculty, staff, students, alumni and the greater-community are all welcome to attend. Live streaming will be provided at bethanylb.edu/live.

President Crawley will share her vision for Bethany College including recent achievements, retention and completion rates, athletic goals, and recent student and faculty successes. President Crawley will offer a comprehensive update on the college’s achievements, initiatives, and future plans, highlighting the continued growth and impact of Bethany College’s academic programs, student life, and community engagement.

“We are excited to welcome our alumni and community members to learn about the inspiring progress taking place at Bethany College,” said Laura Crawley, President of Bethany College. “The State of the College address is a time to honor our achievements, share our vision for what is ahead, and deepen the bonds that make our community extraordinary.”

For a full recap of the event, visit the Bethany College website at bethanylb.edu, or follow along on social media at Facebook (@bethanycollegeks) and Instagram (@bethanycollegelbk).

About Bethany College

Bethany College (bethanylb.edu) is a higher educational institution located in Lindsborg, Kansas. Bethany College was established by Swedish Lutheran immigrants in 1881. For more than 140 years, Bethany College has been dedicated to educating, developing, and challenging individuals to pursue truth and excellence while leading lives of faith, learning, and service. At Bethany College, students join a community of dedicated educators and caring mentors who support them as they discover, explore, and navigate their purpose. Bethany College is affiliated with the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America.