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Swim, Bike, Run: Willamette’s Women’s Triathlon team dominates the Pacific Northwest and beyond

02.01.2024 | Sophie Cipolla

In less than three years, the program has become a powerhouse in national competitions.

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Home for the holidays: a flash interview with Don Thomson, associate dean for health and well-being

12.06.2023 | Madeline Moore BA'26

Associate Dean for Health and Well-being Don Thomson gives guidance for students heading home for winter break.

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Willamette University among top liberal arts colleges on U.S. News and World Report’s ‘best college’ list

10.13.2023 | University Communications

The university was named one of the top three liberal arts colleges in the Pacific Northwest for the fifth year in a row and excelled in “social mobility” and “best value” categories.

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Willamette University’s The Conversation Project celebrates diversity through storytelling and music at The Immigrant Story Live

10.10.2023 | Linda Lenhoff

The event will be filled with storytelling and music that honors the diverse members of the community in hopes of spreading understanding and acceptance.

Willamette Store and Blitz the Bearcat

Willamette Store temporarily closes next month for renovation

07.10.2017 | University communications

Willamette Store temporarily closes next month for renovation

Rick's Cafe

Rick's Cafe returns with new management, menu, brews

08.22.2016 | Tina Owen

The College of Law's trendy hangout welcomes students back with a grand reopening tomorrow.

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Passing the mace

08.07.2016 | Colleen Kawahara

Professor Don Negri takes over faculty marshal duties from emeritus professor Grant Thorsett.

Ed Warnock, CEO and contributing associate professor for Willamette MBA

Warnock aims for the stratosphere as Perlan CEO

06.22.2016 | Adam Torgerson

Ed Warnock leads the record-setting Perlan Project.

Moving out sustainably

05.30.2016 | Tina Owen

Students consider options to recycle and upcycle during end-of-year move out.

Goudy Commons

More food choices are on the menu for summer

05.30.2016 | Tina Owen

New summer dining options offer the campus community more choice and convenience than ever before.

ACE luncheon honors inspirational employees

05.30.2016 | Tina Owen

Willamette celebrated staff excellence at the ACE luncheon. Employees were honored for their dedication and contributions to the university community.

Willamette announces commencement speakers, honorary degree recipients

04.18.2016 | Adam Torgerson

Gov. Kate Brown to address graduating seniors

Theo Bleckmann and Ben Monder

Distinguished Artists Series features Theo Bleckmann and Ben Monder Duo

04.04.2016 | Adam Torgerson

Theo Bleckmann and Ben Monder Duo to perform April 12 in Salem

Tracy Hoffman Memorial run honors alumnus April 10

04.04.2016 | Erin Dahl

The fraternity hopes to make history by raising $25,000.

Renovations of Baxter, Doney to commence in May

03.28.2016 | Erin Dahl

Construction efforts focus on improving residence halls.

Outdoor Program

Outdoor Program celebrates 10th anniversary this academic year

03.28.2016 | Lyra Kuhn

The student-run program gives students an affordable means to build connections with their peers while exploring Oregon’s natural wonders.

Wellness Program at Sparks

Students at Sparks Fitness Center help people meet their health, fitness goals

03.28.2016 | Erin Dahl

Students launch new — and affordable — health and fitness programs for the Willamette community.

 Kip Ioane ’01, MAT ’02

A team built on a lasting foundation

03.25.2016 | Erin Dahl

Head Basketball Coach Kip Ioane ’01, MAT ’02 leads by example.

Elize Manoukian ’16

Manoukian ’16 earns reporting internship

03.21.2016 | Erin Dahl

Elize Manoukian ’16 will write for The Gresham Outlook this summer

A new Service Center will enhance customer service

03.21.2016 | Erin Dahl

Three departments move from Doney, merge in Executive Building

Bearcat Days

Willamette welcomes Bearcat Days visitors

03.07.2016

Admitted students and their families arrive this week for the first of three events.

Vandana Shiva

Dempsey Lecture features scholar Vandana Shiva

02.29.2016 | Erin Dahl

Free tickets now available for the March 17 event.

Mark Andreoni '16

Mark Andreoni ’16 focuses his talents on helping others

02.29.2016 | Erin Dahl

By exploring new pursuits, Mark Andreoni ’16 discovers his calling

"The Hotel Casablanca"

“The Hotel Casablanca” opens March 10

02.29.2016

Secrets and misunderstandings ignite in comedic opera.

24 Hours of Giving

Willamette tops fundraising goal at Feb. 23 event

02.29.2016 | Nina Lauer, Office of Annual Giving

Willamette raised more than $250,000 to benefit students

Willamette ranked top producer of Fulbright Scholars

02.22.2016 | Erin Dahl

Two Willamette faculty members became scholars in 2015-16.

Schmidty cookie

Bryan Schmidt gets his just desserts

02.22.2016 | Erin Dahl

The Bistro now sells a new cookie named after Director of Campus Recreation Bryan Schmidt.

Willamette launches second 24 Hours of Giving event

02.19.2016 | Nina Lauer

Celebrate Bearcat pride and the philanthropy that makes it all possible on Feb. 23.

Willamette ranked No. 6 for Peace Corps volunteers

02.18.2016 | Erin Dahl

More than 330 alumni have served the organization since 1961.

"Vincent in Brixton"

“Vincent in Brixton” opens Feb. 18

02.15.2016 | Erin Dahl

Romance, destruction characterizes new Willamette production.

Maile Symonds '17

Maile Symonds ’17 earns public policy fellowship

02.15.2016 | Erin Dahl

Maile Symonds ’17 will study public policy this summer.

Reza Aslan

Reza Aslan shares insights on religious extremism

02.15.2016 | Erin Dahl

Religious scholar Reza Aslan discussed religious extremism Feb. 9.

Bianca Murillo

Bianca Murillo wins Graves Award in the Humanities

02.15.2016 | Erin Dahl

Through the award, the history professor will travel to Morocco, Algeria and Egypt.

Supporting College Access and Preparing for Success

02.08.2016 | Jacqueline Rushing

Jacqueline Rushing shares updates on the new Willamette Academy.

New TIUA class arrives today

02.08.2016 | Lyra Kuhn

The 28th annual class of the American Studies Program (ASP) welcomes 98 new students.

Leonard Pitts discussed race relations Feb. 5

02.08.2016 | Tina Owen

Leonard Pitts spoke at Willamette as part of MLK celebration.

Student Advisory Board seeks to bridge gap between students, administrators

02.01.2016 | Erin Dahl

The group aims to foster effective, two-way communication between students, staff and administrators.

Civic Communications video

New video explores Willamette's connections to the state capitol

02.01.2016 | Michael Beseda

Documentary filmmaker captures Willamette's connections to the Oregon State Capitol.

Into the Streets

Willamette community gives back for MLK Day

01.25.2016 | Erin Dahl

Nearly 180 students, staff spent an afternoon serving their community.

Sen. Mark Hatfield

Sen. Mark Hatfield's legacy explored Jan. 26

01.18.2016 | Mary McRobinson

Hatfield '43 made significant advances abroad while serving as Oregon's senator from 1967 to 1997.

Red Light/Green Light

Willamette wins world record — for the second time

01.18.2016 | Erin Dahl

The Guinness Book of World Records confirmed the win this month.

Amadou Fofana wins grant for documentary project

12.21.2015 | Patricia Alley

Amadou Fofana will undertake a collaborative documentary project on African cinema.

Paul De Muniz JD'75

De Muniz highlights state judiciary

12.04.2015 | Adam Torgerson

"American Judicial Power" highlights state judiciary's role

Carson Scholars share research at public forum

11.23.2015 | Lyra Kuhn

A summer program enables students to study scholarly, professional or creative endeavors around the globe.

Ta-Nehisi Coates cancels January lecture

11.09.2015 | University Communications

Concerns about health prompt the author to unschedule early 2016 appearances.

Evolution

“Evolution: Dance Concert” opens Nov. 12

11.09.2015 | Erin Dahl

Ballet, aerial dance, musical theatre and more await viewers of Willamette's new dance concert.

President Thorsett asks community to join in a minute of silence

10.07.2015 | Adam Torgerson

President Thorsett asks community to join in a minute of silence.

Pi Beta Phi hosts "Pie with Pi Phi"

10.02.2015

Not many people want pies smashed in their faces. But on Sept. 29, several students, faculty and staff members agreed to the job to support a good cause.

Willamette greets new graduate students

09.07.2015 | Erin Dahl

Nearly 200 first-year students enrolled at Atkinson, College of Law

Learn more about Willamette's new tenure-track faculty members

08.31.2015 | Erin Dahl

Eight new faculty members share insights on their lives.

Red Light/Green Light runners

Willamette community unites to reclaim a world record in Red Light/Green Light

08.31.2015 | Erin Dahl

The Guinness Book of World Records will certify the results this winter.

Opening Days showcases Willamette's community to new students

08.24.2015 | Erin Dahl

From swimming to volleyball, the Class of 2019 explored Willamette’s offerings.

Willamette celebrates Class of 2019 during annual convocation ceremony on Aug. 21

08.24.2015 | Erin Dahl

Psychology professor and author Dacher Keltner offers students advice on achieving happiness.

More Willamette students are going Greek

08.21.2015 | Natalie Pate '15

Thirty-four percent of students took part in Greek life as of last spring.

Career Services earns national recognition for its student programs

08.19.2015 | WU Staff

Willamette earns three top awards, two finalist recognitions in five years

Marijuana and Measure 91

08.14.2015 | Adam Torgerson

Law and policy prohibit its possession or use on campus.

Princeton Review names Willamette a top college

08.10.2015 | Erin Dahl

The university earns high rankings for sustainability, impact and value.

Green Initiative Fund awards sustainability grants to students, staff

06.29.2015

The awards will improve facilities, reduce waste and promote sustainability.

Construction projects underway

06.01.2015

The work includes renovating a residence hall and remodeling lab spaces.

Willamette ranks 13th in nation among green colleges

04.20.2015

The Princeton Review recognized Willamette for its sustainability efforts.

Convocation panelists remain optimistic about Zena's future

04.03.2015

Panelists review history, future of Zena during convocation.

Tomodachi Program promotes friendship across cultures

03.02.2015

Tomodachi participants share American culture with ASP students — and find they learn just as much from the experience.

Green Initiative Fund promotes sustainability efforts across campus

02.16.2015

The Green Initiative Fund is promoting social and environmental sustainability on campus.

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