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JumpStart: Catalyst Program

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Jump Start: Catalyst Program Update

Thank you for your interest in JumpStart: Catalyst Program, a pre-orientation leadership experience for new students.

This program will not be offered as originally planned for Fall 2025. However, Willamette remains deeply committed to helping students explore their leadership potential and build community from the moment they arrive on campus.

Once you're at Willamette, there are many exciting ways to get involved:

Residence Hall Leadership: If you're living on campus, your Resident Assistant (RA) will introduce you to opportunities like Hall Council and the Residence Hall Association (RHA), our student-led governing body in the residence halls.

Opening Days: During Opening Days, you’ll be paired with an Opening Days Leader and a Colloquium Associate, experienced students who can help you navigate campus life and discover involvement opportunities.

Willamette Night Out: Meet student groups, explore interests, and connect with peers during this exciting kickoff event.

Club Fair: Early in the semester, you’ll be invited to our Club Fair, where you can learn about over 90 student organizations and find your community.

Leadership Conference: Each fall semester the Student Engagement and Leadership (SEAL) Office hosts a student leadership conference for all students to attend, its a great opportunity to expand your leadership knowledge and skills.

We hope you’ll take advantage of these opportunities to lead, connect, and grow at Willamette. We can’t wait to welcome you to campus this August!

If you have questions or want help exploring student leadership options, please reach out to the Office of Student Affairs at: student-affairs-office@willamette.edu.

Willamette University

Opening Days

  • Salem Campus

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    Office of Student Engagement and Leadership
    Putnam University Center, Second Floor
    900 State Street
    Salem Oregon 97301 U.S.A.

    Contact

    503-370-6463

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