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.
Area residents interested in launching or advancing their nursing career can learn more about Trine University’s associate, bachelor’s and master’s degree programs during a Friday, Jan. 16, event at Cameron Health.
Trine University’s Thunder Therapy Clinic, which provides pro-bono rehabilitation services to those in the Fort Wayne area with limited means, will offer occupational therapy beginning in January.
Trine University’s first Associate of Science and Master of Science in nursing graduates, along with physician assistant and surgical technology graduates, received a welcome to the healthcare field from the leader of Cameron Health, herself a longtime nurse, during the university’s fall Commencement on Dec. 12.