Campus Life in Hermiston Oregon provides a safe environment where teenagers can hang out with friends and connect with trusted mentors. We understand that adolescence can be both the best of times and the worst, making it a crucial period in a young person’s development.
Meet the Executive Directors
Jeff and Ashley Umbarger became the Executive Directors in 2018 when they felt God calling them to move back to Hermiston. Together, they share a passion and a calling to work with youth. By using wisdom learned from their own life experiences, they strive to give all teens a place to belong. The Umbargers previously worked at a youth ranch for at-risk teenage boys in Washington where they received extensive training, including techniques for becoming trauma informed. They both earned agricultural degrees from Blue Mountain Community College. Additionally, Jeff attended Northwest Nazarene Bible College and is currently working towards his teaching degree. They love outdoors, hunting, snowboarding, white water rafting, rodeo, and sharing their musical talents with others.
Meet our new Ministry intern
Carter Tolman
Carter is passionate about sharing his testimony and helping bring good news to those teens who are struggling in life. He enjoys reading and playing basketball in his free time.
Interested in serving?
Campus Life is:
Relationally based. We’ve found the importance of shared experiences between a student and a caring supportive adult is indispensable. This is why we primary focus on relationships and not programs.
Holistically Balanced. Campus Life is committed to help students as they wrestle with issues they face both big and small, while pursuing a balanced life: Mentally, Physically, Spiritually, and Socially.
Individually Focused. Campus Life knows the journey of adolescence is different for everyone. We are committed to coming alongside students and meeting them where they are in order to help them navigate these years.
Upcoming events
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Ski/ Snowboarding trips
Invite your friends to our most popular winter activity -Snowboarding/skiing. $20 for lift ticket, lessons, gear, and lunch. scholarships are available also.
Dec 27, Jan 18th, Feb 15th, Mar 15
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Campus Life Golf Tournament
Bring your buddies to our annual golf tournament. Hole in one prize sponsored by Rogers Toyota Hermiston!
Friday September 6th 2024
Register by September 4th.
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The Gathering
Campus Life’s annual dinner auction with many live and silent auction items to bid on.
Friday February 21st 2025
Free Academic Tutoring
Did you know we offer free tutoring for middle and high school students? Receive one on one study time for 1 hour per week with a Campus Life mentor.
For more information or to schedule an appointment, please contact executive director Ashley Umbarger @ 541-969-1017.
What is Campus Life and what has it done for teens and adults in our community?
Ray Diaz
“Campus Life saved me from myself at the worst time in my high school years. Staff were able to come alongside me and helped me stay off drugs and become a successful adult.”
“Be an example to all.”
— 1 Peter 5:3