Trine honors alumni at Touchstone
October 6, 2026
Trine University honored two distinguished graduates with alumni awards during its annual Touchstone and Homecoming Celebration Dinner on Friday, Oct. 2.
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Bussema becomes student success coordinator at Trine
January 14, 2025
Trine University has named Tonya Bussema as its new student success coordinator.
“Tonya has been an asset to Trine as a student-centered and creative problem solver who has a close eye on details,” said Tony Kline, Ph.D., vice president for academic affairs. “In her new role focusing on student retention, we look forward to her using her talents to support our student experience.”
As student success coordinator, Bussema will work with faculty and students to address reported academic concerns.
Bussema joined Trine University as student affairs coordinator in 2023 and most recently served as assistant director of student affairs.
She holds a Bachelor of Arts in art and design from Alma College. Her background prior to working at Trine includes serving as an art teacher as well as operating her own photography business and working in marketing for G.W. Stroh Orchard in Angola.
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Continuing its support for a premier student experience, Trine University dedicated its new Trine Family Training Center on Saturday, Oct. 3.
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Ehingers receive Pillar of Success from Trine University
October 6, 2026
Trine University honored Board of Trustees member and alumnus Ken Ehinger and his wife Kathy, who support the university’s Ehinger Fellows along with many other programs, with its Pillar of Success during the university’s Touchstone and Homecoming Celebration Dinner on Oct. 2.
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