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From athlete to advocate
Politics grad starts nonprofit, becomes public speaker and fights for patient rights.
Category:Creating real-world learning opportunities for students
Donor support helps students put their management education to the test with real stakes and real organizations.
Category:Realizing a dream at any stage in life
After working in various professional fields for more than 25 years, Tamara Palmer JD’21 wanted to attend law school — and donor support made it possible.
Category:Biology lab guides alum beyond graduation
In his first week as a postdoctoral fellow at the University of Texas, Alfredo Zuniga ’12 relied on old notes from his Willamette biology class to teach students.
Category:Willamette Law clinic students submit report to United Nations Human Rights Council
Report details children’s rights violations at U.S.-run facilities.
Category:Family Weekend & Homecoming highlights the best of Willamette
Families, alumni return to campus to celebrate athletic, artistic and academic excellence.
Category:Biology alum gives keynote at United Nations General Assembly
Pat Keys' speech to the second committee focused on climate change, global wealth inequality and sustainability.
Category:Willamette faculty, staff foster strong relationships with students
Making students feel supported and welcomed is a priority.
Category:U.S. News names Willamette among top colleges
U.S. News and World Report listed Willamette University in the top tier of liberal arts colleges nationally, ranking the university 68th among the best liberal arts colleges and as a “Best Value School” in the magazine’s 2020 rankings.
Category:Collaborative research catalyzes career
Undergraduate research experiences catalyzed the career of Alex Compton ’06, virologist and lead investigator at the National Cancer Institute.
Category:From Willamette to Washington
Jamal Raad ’08 takes on climate change as campaign communications director for presidential candidate and fellow Bearcat Gov. Jay Inslee JD’76.
Category:History major helped Netflix launch streaming
Liberal arts foundation served Greg Orzell ’05 well as he rose up the tech industry’s ranks.
Category:Public servant and Willamette Law alumnus Dennis Koho JD’04 dies
Law partner Eleanor Beatty JD’04 and alumna Sara Kendrick JD’15 recall the former mayor of Keizer’s generosity and care.
Category:Bearcats come home
Alumni Reunion Weekend brings together generations of alumni for fun and community.
Category:From the Bearcats to the Blazers and Celtics
On-campus opportunities opened doors to an NBA communications career for Brandon Chinn ’14.
Category:Finding strength in numbers
BA/MBA graduate uses data to tackle the business side of the Seahawks.
Category:In memoriam: William Swindells, 1930–2018
Willamette life trustee and supporter helped shape and support the university for nearly 50 years.
Category:2018 Election results for Willamette Law graduates and students
In the 2018 elections, several graduates — as well as a current student — of Willamette University’s College of Law ran for elected positions.
Category:Alumni Spotlight: Andrew Galen
Not unto ourselves alone are we born: Andrew Galen, a Class of 2017 Willamette MBA alum, has truly taken our school motto to heart. After graduating just over a year ago, he wasted no time before becoming heavily involved in both the Salem and Willamette communities.
Category:Students, alumni enjoy music, art and more at ZenaFest
The annual event at Willamette’s rural facility merged creative arts and abundant natural resources.
Category:Bearcats reconnect with alma mater
Alumni Reunion Weekend celebrates the Willamette community, people and place.
Category:Not Unto Ourselves Alone with Travis Stiles ’05
Bioscientist Travis Stiles ’05 explains how three professors and a fraternity brother inspired his potentially life-saving research.
Category:On top of her game
Rosie Roberson ’99 has created nearly 100 games and was nominated for a Toy and Game Inventor Excellence Award.
Category:Willamette baseball impresses as runner-up in NCAA West Regional
Bearcats enjoy record-setting season and finish just short of advancing to national championship.
Category:A first-time novelist earns critical acclaim
Gabriel Tallent ’10 takes literary world by storm with debut novel “My Absolute Darling.”
Category:Spanish major travels half the world
Phoebe Keever ’07 broadens her perspective and helps others during service trips.
Category:Willamette celebrates the Class of 2018
Diplomas in hand, graduates move on to the next stages of their lives.
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Mentor of the Year provides a “home away from home” to students
Willamette Law selects Nani Apo JD’13, honors three others for Hon. Mary Mertens James award.
Category:Atkinson Archive Podcast launches
New podcast highlights talent and expertise that make Willamette MBA Oregon’s top MBA program.
Category:Service blooms in Willamette community
Bearcats volunteer at nonprofits across the country on Willamette’s Global Day of Service.
Category:Willamette ranked in top 10 for Peace Corps volunteers
The only Oregon school in the top 10 colleges with fewer than 5,000 undergraduates, Willamette has 13 Bearcats serving around the world.
Category:Women’s basketball is in fifth place nationally for cancer fundraiser
The only Division III school in the top 10, Willamette can win a huge cash bonus by getting the most new pledges the week of Feb. 18.
Category:I Love WU
Students know their lives will change when they come to Willamette. But sometimes the unexpected happens — they fall in love.
Category:In conversation with Emilio Solano ’09
Willamette Academy’s executive director explains how the program helps teenagers — and society — reach their potential.
Category:Alumnus exposes devastating slaughter of elephants
John Poulsen ’94 publishes research that leads to crackdown on poachers.
Category:Alumna uncovers rich history in Scotland
Michelle Atherton’s Willamette experience led her to a unique conservation project abroad.
Category:Choir alumni celebrate their community of music
Former Willamette singers return to campus for a special reunion and a remarkable professor.
Category:Willamette community unites to support people impacted by natural disasters
Families of some students, faculty grapple with aftermath.
Category:Travis Stiles ’05 Named Johnson and Johnson trailblazing scientist
Travis Stiles ’05 president and CEO of Novoron Bioscience moves closer to reversing nerve damage caused by Multiple Sclerosis.
Category:Willamette Academy makes important progress
The executive director provides an update on the popular college access program for underrepresented students.
Category:Willamette trustee honors legendary mathematics professor
A $5.5 million pledge will impact students and faculty in mathematics and physics.
Category:Hallie Ford honors 25 years of contemporary American Indian art
Art museum has long history with Crow’s Shadow Institute of Arts.
Category:Alumni Weekend will bring Bearcat grads back to campus
Events for alumni to reconnect and reunite with classmates kick off on Friday.
Category:Sewing new and old tales into familiar fabrics
In her latest work, acclaimed Native American artist Marie Watt ’90 explores the symbiotic relationships between humans and the natural world.
Category:Willamette Store temporarily closes next month for renovation
Willamette Store temporarily closes next month for renovation
Category:Fundraising brought in $17.785M for 2016–17
Gifts recognize the university’s past and future impact, will enhance the student experience.
Category:Developing “curious minds”
Estate gifts of $6.8 million will support generations of Willamette students.
Category:Seven countries in one summer
Photos, letters from 1954 Willamette student bike trip are available in university archives.
Category:Three English professors named finalists for Oregon Book Awards
Deulen, Nadelson and Stolowitz are in the running for 2017 honors.
Category:MBA alumni planning world’s biggest cider house in Portland
Colin Schilling ’10 MBA’12 and Kornei MBA’12 plan ambitious Portland expansion.
Category:Recipe for a successful baking company
From an enterprising class project, two Willamette alumni built a thriving gluten-free business.
Category:In conversation with Anelise Zimmer '16
As the student speaker at Commencement 2016, Anelise Zimmer ’16 drew on her Willamette experiences and urged her fellow new graduates to find the courage to climb life’s mountains.
Category:In nature's grip
Filmmaker John Waller ’98 journeys into uncharted territory to share stories of discovery, beauty and love.
Category:Willamette Law alumna Kelly Cole JD’96 joins CTIA as senior vice president of government affairs
Kelly A. Cole JD’96 was named senior vice president of government affairs for CTIA - The Wireless Association in Washington, D.C.
Category:Willamette Law alumnus Stanton D. Anderson JD’69 joins Blue Ridge Network's team of advisors
Willamette University College of Law alumnus Stanton D. Anderson JD’69 joined Blue Ridge Network, bringing his global and business experience to the team of advisors.
Category:Two Willamette Law students named Shepherd Scholars, positively impact LGBTQ legal issues
Third-year law students Bailey Moody and Jessica Cavallero each received a 2016 Bill and Ann Shepherd Legal Scholarship for $6,500 for their commitment to improving the quality of life for minorities.
Category:Law Professor Paul Diller comments on SCOTUS corruption ruling in Statesman Journal
Law Professor Paul Diller was quoted in a Statesman Journal article reporting on the United States Supreme Court ruling that ordered lower courts to reconsider whether the government's evidence of corruption is strong enough to try former Virginia Governor Robert F. McDonnell.
Category:Tyler Reich '06 named AVP for university relations
An alumnus of Willamette, Reich returns to work in the advancement division.
Category:Law Professor Dobbins comments in PBJ article on ACA's 'Risk Corridors' program
Willamette's Civil Procedure Expert and Law Professor Jeffrey C. Dobbins commented in a PBJ Article Reporting on a Lawsuit by Health Republic Insurance Co. Seeking $20 Million Dollars.
Category:Law Professor Jeff Dobbins weighs in on Oregon's public records law
Willamette's civil procedure expert and law professor commented in Statesman-Journal article that reported on a recent judicial opinion concerning the ongoing dispute between former Oregon first lady Cylvia Hayes and The Oregonian.
Category:Law Professor Paul Diller makes sense of law affecting disputes between a city and its county
Diller sheds light on the city of Cascade Locks' legal options to open a water-bottling operation in Hood River County, where voters recently approved a ban on such facilities within the county limits.
Category:Lorenzo Williams JD'77 receives National Bar Association Award for Civil Rights
Law graduate recognized as pioneer who demonstrates concern for human and civil rights has history of significant litigation wins and community involvement
Category:Theresa Wright JD’81 receives Multnomah Bar Association Pro Bono Award
Willamette Law’s director of externships and alumna recognized for dedication and service
Category:Hon. Paul De Muniz JD’75 honored with Literacy Trailblazer Award
Former OSC Chief Justice and Willamette Law’s Distinguished Jurist-in-Residence and alumnus has history of giving back to community
Category:Willamette Law Professor David Friedman quoted in Portland Tribune
Commercial law expert and Willamette Associate Professor of Law David Friedman quoted in Portland Tribune article about Oracle’s failed Cover Oregon website
Category:A team built on a lasting foundation
Head Basketball Coach Kip Ioane ’01, MAT ’02 leads by example.
Category:Theodore Sims '77 JD'80 invested as new Washington County Circuit Court judge
Investiture Ceremony Honors Willamette University Double Alumnus
Category:Annual social pow wow connects culture and community
Dancers, drummers and vendors shared traditions and heritage.
Category:Willamette Magazine features four alumni musicians
Read about these four alumni in Willamette Magazine
Category:World War II helped shape Sen. Mark Hatfield’s political career
Hatfield ’43 made significant contributions to foreign policy during his 30-year career as an Oregon senator.
Category:Bearcats dominate 'Battle of the Beasts'
Three wins in one weekend - including soccer, volleyball and a donor challenge.
Category:James Cuno '73 discusses ISIS and cultural destruction
On Nov. 5, the Getty CEO addresses the threat posed by ISIS.
Category:Navigating the Corporate World
Campus leadership positions prepared Zhang for work at several major companies.
Category:Sigma Chi honors Jim Booth '64 with award
The award is the highest honor Sigma Chi can bestow upon its members.
Category:Renjen MM'86 named among world’s most influential business leaders
Punit Renjen MM '86, CEO of Deloitte Global and a Willamette trustee, was honored for his work inspiring others.
Category:Willamette greets new graduate students
Nearly 200 first-year students enrolled at Atkinson, College of Law
Category:Willamette community unites to reclaim a world record in Red Light/Green Light
The Guinness Book of World Records will certify the results this winter.
Category:Willamette celebrates Class of 2019 during annual convocation ceremony on Aug. 21
Psychology professor and author Dacher Keltner offers students advice on achieving happiness.
Category:Opening Days showcases Willamette's community to new students
From swimming to volleyball, the Class of 2019 explored Willamette’s offerings.
Category:More Willamette students are going Greek
Thirty-four percent of students took part in Greek life as of last spring.
Category:Career Services earns national recognition for its student programs
Willamette earns three top awards, two finalist recognitions in five years
Category:Willamette University launches renewed website this summer
The site is designed for mobile optimization and includes new multimedia tools for storytelling.
Category:Willamette University celebrates Class of 2015 at commencement
Three acclaimed speakers helped celebrate the achievements of WU graduates on May 17.
Category:Risa Cromer '04 earns prestigious Charlotte W. Newcombe Fellowship
Risa Cromer ’04 is one of four anthropologists across the nation to receive the award.
Category:Christina Johnson '14 earns National Science Foundation fellowship
With the stipend, Christina Johnson '14 is pursuing her doctorate in microbiology.
Category:Student, alumnus earn Fulbright scholarships
Tejeswara Reddy ’12 and Elisa Ahern ’15 are both teaching English in Europe later this year.
Category:Willamette community explores its capitol connections at April 2 event
At the Oregon State Capitol, students and staff networked with alumni working in government.
Category:Two students earn Oregon newspaper internships this summer
Zane Sparling and Emily Hoard will work at Oregon newspapers this summer.
Category:Humanity in Action names its first Willamette University fellow
Through the program, Maria Hernandez ’15 will explore national histories of discrimination and resistance.
Category:Greenfield merged financial, social values at Ben & Jerry's Ice Cream
Atkinson Lecture featured Jerry Greenfield, co-founder of Ben & Jerry's Ice Cream.
Category:Willamette community raises over $200k
Inaugural “24 Hours of Giving” event supported by over 750 donors.
Category:Student earns first Luce Scholarship
Christian Oldham ’14, MBA ’15 will spend a year in Japan studying ikebana.
Category:Willamette ranked No. 10 for number of alumni serving in Peace Corps
With 11 alumni serving overseas, Willamette snags the No. 10 spot among small schools.
Category:Amadou Fofana wins Mellon Fellowship at Duke University
Amadou Fofana has been awarded a Humanities Writ Large fellowship at Duke University.
Category:Grant supports student archaeology research at the Ness of Brodgar
M. H. Wiener Foundation helps students unearth new finds in Scotland.
Category:Roger Shimomura discusses how stereotypes have influenced his art
Shimomura discusses his creative process Jan. 23 as part of MLK celebration.
Category:Former Oregon Governor believes the fight for equality must continue
Former Oregon Gov. Barbara Roberts shares her personal story as part of a MLK celebration.
Category:Alumnus, visiting English professor nominated for Oregon Book Awards
An alumnus and visiting English professor were both nominated for their plays.
Category:Shimomura connects art making to life events in "An American Diary"
Artist Roger Shimomura will share how race, ethnicity influenced his art in "An American Diary" on Jan. 23.
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