Student and Alumni Stories

From a surprise Military Makeover to standout athletes and successful start-ups - our students, graduates, and faculty have a story to tell.

Military Veteran and Active Duty Student Experience at Bellevue University

Whether called to duty or returning to civilian life, these military veteran students find personal satisfaction in achieving success both in and outside of the classroom. A faculty member with military training, Scott Kizzire shares about going back to school and credits for military training. View Video

The Bruin Experience

Bellevue University offers a unique college experience - something we call the BRUIN experience. Four students offer their insights into what makes Bellevue University special. View Video

Diane Bruce: B&B Classic Dogs

Whether your tastes run towards the Magma Dog or the Peanut Butter Bacon Dog, B&B Classic Dogs will be able to cook up something tasty just for you. A key ingredient in co-owner Diane Bruce's success has been her Bellevue University degree. View Video

A Growing Business: Bellevue Produce

A positive attitude and a Bellevue University degree are great ingredients for starting a business. Graduates Matt Roen and Andy Severson, along with partner Scott Rynders, established Bellevue Produce as a Community-Supported Agriculture endeavor. The results have been some tasty eats and a sustainable business. View Video

Karen Bonilla's Business Administration Degree Experience

Karen Bonilla talks about earning her Business Administration degree at Bellevue University. Small class sizes and relevant coursework made her experience even better. View Video

Military Makeover & Bellevue University: Online University

To talk about education geared towards a future in the armed services, Military Makeover met with Scott Kizzire from Bellevue University. At Bellevue University, over 90 percent of our students earn their degrees online. Being a part of Military Makeover has special meaning for Kizzire and everyone at Bellevue University, who have a few surprises for a deserving Military Family. View Video

Growing Roots at Proseeds Video

Software Developer Gio Barahona, who earned his bachelor’s degree in Computer Information Systems from Bellevue University, has laid out a solid root structure for Proseeds, a new fundraising endeavor ready to sprout in Omaha. View Video

Global Project Management

Dr. Emad Rahim, Associate Professor/Director of the Masters in Project Management degree program & Endowned Chair of the Project Management Center of Excellence sees the globalization of our industries as a driving need for skilled & driven Project Managers. View Video

Building a Legacy - Beth Walker and Lisa Walker Longmeyer

Interview with sisters Beth Walker and Lisa Walker-Longmeyer. Both were standout volleyball players at Bellevue University. View Video

Brad Nietfeldt: Omaha Media Group

Brad Nietfeldt discusses his MONSTER success as President and CEO of Omaha Media Group. Nietfeldt earned both his Bachelor's and Master's Degrees at Bellevue University and has also served as an adjunct professor. View Video

Jeff Dahms: Ph.D. Candidate

Jeff Dahms, Ph.D. Candidate and VP of Research and Development at Customer Service Profiles, discusses his Bellevue University experience. View Video

Matty Johnson: Chasing the Big Leagues

Matty Johnson, a 2010 NAIA All-American at Bellevue University, is in his fifth season with the Boston Red Sox organization. He helped the Salem Red Sox (A) to the Carolina League Championship in 2013 and was one of the team's top players in 2014. The outfielder is intent on climbing the ranks with the Red Sox. View Video

Pursuit of Possibilities: Hello Beautiful

Megan Goeke developed the business plan for her bridal shop, Hello Beautiful, as part of her Master of Science in Organizational Performance. Goeke opened the Kearney, Neb., shop in December 2014. View Video

Algae Into Fuel

Dr. John Kyndt and his student researchers, Suchita Shrestha and Adam Rawson, discussed their experiments using corn stover and algae to develop biofuel. View Video