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Issue 25 - December 2015
As 2015 comes to a close, we reflect on the collective achievements of the alumni community and an effective year for our Alumni Association.
Scroll below for current news and plans (so far) for the new year!
Happy Holidays!
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Get a rare and insightful look at the life and career of WU alumnus and former U.S. Senator Mark O. Hatfield '43 at a special roundtable discussion featuring Hatfield's closest foreign policy advisers.
In exploring Hatfield's legacy and his actions while in the Senate (1967-1997), the roundtable will look back on his work to stop the Vietnam War, slow the nuclear arms race, cut military expenditures, promote international human rights, and more.
Tuesday, Jan. 26
5-7 p.m. (Q&A to follow)
Mark O. Hatfield Library - Hatfield Room (2nd floor)
WU Campus - 900 State Street
Salem, OR 97301
RSVP online
Ever dreamed of climbing a mighty mountain like Kilimanjaro? Join fellow WU alumni next summer for a once-in-a-lifetime 12-day trip to Tanzania to conquer Kilimanjaro! Even if you're not an expert climber, don't worry; you'll be led by professional guides up a route manageable for the average outdoor adventurer.
If you are interested in our Kilimanjaro climb in Tanzania, join us on Jan. 13 (either in person at WU or online) for a special interest meeting/information session. Click here for more details.
Click here for info on all upcoming trips.
We'd like to give a big thank you to the following alumni, who helped plan, organize and host events in Portland, Salem, Los Angeles, New York, Washington (DC) and the Bay Area in the past month:
Erin Audley '93, Susan Tanabe '79, Natalie Pate '15, Peter Sheridan JD'88, Megan Sheridan JD'88, Allison Tenold '07, Sue Pyne '86, Brooke Biethan '02, Katherine D'Zmura '08, Shaffer Spaeth '11, and Lopaka Purdy '05.
And while we're at it, thanks again to all the volunteers who helped make 2015 a great year for the WUAA! See the list of 2015 WUAA volunteers here.
Know someone who is thinking about going to law school? Encourage prospective students to visit Willamette Law during its open house next month (Jan. 22-23), where they'll have the opportunity to learn about WUCL's academic programs, clinical opportunities and more.
Visitors can attend either one, or both days. RSVP here!
Will Schmautz '98, MAT'99 discusses the birth and growth of his mobile command center manufacturing company, Nomad Global Communications Solutions, which he co-founded along with his brother Seth Schmautz '02 and Clay Binford '99
Cascade High School head football coach Steve Turner '77 leads team to Oregon state title
Claggett Creek Middle School principal Rob Schoepper '01, MAT'02 and CCMS teachers find success with AVID (Advancement Via Individual Determination) teaching methods
Appointed Port of Seattle commissioner Courtney Gregoire '01 was officially elected to the position in November
Jake Stout '04 sets unofficial world record for completing the fastest half marathon in an animal costume
Team Run Eugene's Kimber Mattox '11 wins the 2015 Xterra Trail Running World Championship for the second consecutive year
Michael Levelle JD'90 is elected President-Elect of the Oregon State Bar
Have you seen any other Bearcats in the news lately? Let us know by sending a note to johnsond@willamette.edu.
| Jan 4-20 | WU Explorers: Panama Canal Cruise | | Jan 11 | Kate Davis Concert New York, NY | | Jan 13 | Kilimanjaro Info Session WU Campus | | Jan 15 | Women's Shelter Service Project Washington, DC | | Jan 26 | Mark Hatfield Roundtable WU Campus | | Feb 20 | Central Kitchen Service Project Washington, DC | | May 16-June 5 | WU Explorers: Academic Tour of Greece | | May 31-June 8, 2016 | WU Explorers: Italy's Magnificent Lake District | | July 2016 | WU Explorers: Tanzania Kilimanjaro Climb | | Sept 22-25 2016 | Alumni Weekend 2016 WU Campus | | Oct 5-19, 2016 | WU Explorers: Grand Norwegian Coastal Voyage |
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Alumni Association 900 State Street Salem OR 97301 503–375-5304 |
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