Global interests land alumnus job in sustainability engagement
11.01.2022 | Jennifer JohnsonAfter earning his MBA and teaching abroad, Michael Chen ’18 now works at Meta.
After earning his MBA and teaching abroad, Michael Chen ’18 now works at Meta.
Reaching the top of the corporate ladder doesn’t require a clear plan in the beginning.
Geoff Winkler BA ’04, JD ’06, MBA ’08 had a rocky academic beginning, but now he's CEO of American Fiduciary Services.
Kawamura now works with data for scouting at the Houston Astros.
Academy celebrates largest graduating class ever.
Noelle Medina ’21 found myriad ways to be active within their major and on campus.
Grant funds distributed by Willamette MBA Community Grant program lift up local organizations pursuing diversity, inclusion, racial justice and social equity.
Hawaii Club, TIUA encouraged Jarin Kobashigawa BA ’20, MBA ’21 to pursue graduate school.
Megan Mizuta JD’21 will soon be a judicial clerk for Judge Steven Powers JD’01 at the Oregon Court of Appeals.
After nearly a decade exploring other careers, Bruce Garrett JD’21 found the right fit in law school.
Scarfe is a soloist, faculty member and founder of the Trinity Alps Chamber Music Festival.
Willamette also ranked No. 2 for best liberal arts school and “Best Value School” in Oregon.
As conflict and crime advisor, alumna develops programs to counter violent extremism.
Kimberly Cole ’02 finds a career in public health through international studies.
Willamette’s holistic approach empowered Dani Cone ’98 to become one of Seattle's most recognizable small business owners.
MBA program, connections lead Nathan Love ‘05 MBA’06 to jobs in entertainment, digital tech.
Undergraduate play leads Shana Cooper ’99 to new career.
Bearcats use costume supplies and 3D printers to create much needed protective equipment for the community.
Willamette University faculty joined the fight against COVID-19 — and so have campus computers.
Politics grad starts nonprofit, becomes public speaker and fights for patient rights.
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.
Seven Bearcat alumni are serving in the program’s 2019 teaching corps.
Making students feel supported and welcomed is a priority.
You’ve done the research, figured out the pros and cons and maybe even created a spreadsheet, but you still can’t narrow down your list.
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.
Alison Ecker JD’20, pursuing a career in immigration law, joined Professor of Law Warren Binford at the border to help protect children’s rights.
Undergraduate research experiences catalyzed the career of Alex Compton ’06, virologist and lead investigator at the National Cancer Institute.
Jamal Raad ’08 takes on climate change as campaign communications director for presidential candidate and fellow Bearcat Gov. Jay Inslee JD’76.
Student satisfaction places university at No. 8 nationwide.
Popular guide features Willamette among 300 of the “best and most interesting” colleges.
Olivia Scott ’20 reflects upon interning with a program founded by a reformed gang member in South Africa.
Medical resident Victoria Black Horse ’13 laid her foundation for medical school at Willamette University and continues to mentor Native American students entering the field.
Willamette Law’s Warren Binford and a team of lawyers find hundreds of children being neglected and living in dangerous conditions.
Liberal arts foundation served Greg Orzell ’05 well as he rose up the tech industry’s ranks.
To maximize value for students and employers, Willamette MBA is excited to introduce newly designed curriculum for MBA for Professionals this fall.
On-campus opportunities opened doors to an NBA communications career for Brandon Chinn ’14.
First-year student is among youngest candidates ever to run for Salem-Keizer School Board.
CorDarryl Hall MBA’19 braved stormy seas en route to a promising career as a data analyst.
Aspiring physician Anna Ayala ’19 wants to make an impact at the individual and policy levels.
Adrian Uphoff ’19 is pushing legislation at the Capitol and opening doors for future interns.
The pre-vet studies of Sarah Pope ’13 took her from Willamette to a biodiversity hotspot in South Africa.
University has been ranked among the top small colleges 15 of the last 17 years.
Willamette community unites to live out the university motto through service projects across the country and overseas.
Paulus paved the way for women in politics and long supported Willamette.
Bearcats worldwide team up for our third Global Day of Service.
Former Oregonian editorial writer mentors newspaper staff.
Club teaches techniques to crack passwords, hack Wi-Fi networks to improve security.
The university is named among the top colleges, best value colleges and green schools.
E.M. (Ellen) Lewis ’94 sparks conversation surrounding topics such as climate change and the divide on American gun ownership through theatre.
Dani Cone ’98 seeks to foster close-knit community in fast-paced Seattle with Cone & Steiner general stores.
Owen Carver ’03 advocates for sustainable practices and social equity in the coffee industry.
Carina Comer MBA’15 promotes resiliency by employing people with disabilities at her business, Carina’s Bakery.
Inspired by the community spirit of Willamette’s faculty and students, Nick Schoeppner ’11 built a career in public service.
Working with his uncle at Dave’s Killer Bread, Shobi Dalh ’05 helps people with criminal records start anew.
Budding public servant Amarit Ubhi ’20 spent the summer working in the Oregon governor’s office.
Colin Schilling ’10, MBA’12 commits to environmental and social sustainability through his business, Schilling Hard Cider.
Retired teacher Jon Steiner ’63 uses the international perspective he gained at Willamette to make a difference in the lives of students abroad.
The students who made a positive impact on the university and Salem communities returned to Japan and other home countries.
Study of halogenated estrogens leads to publication, audio story on NPR.
Willamette undergrads make connections with local students through Tiger Club.
Free food, books and clothing are offered through a new student-led initiative.
Pacific Northwest Students of Color Conference inspires Kawika Kalama ’21.
Willamette University shares the top spot among small colleges nationally for alumni service to the program.
The university was also ranked highly by counselors and is listed also among the “Best Value Colleges.”
The civic communication and media professor was lauded for using civic engagement and experiential projects to help students learn.
The university moves up seven spots, boosted by students’ strong commitment to volunteer work.
The chemistry professor aims to increase science research opportunities for Willamette undergraduates.
Bioscientist Travis Stiles ’05 explains how three professors and a fraternity brother inspired his potentially life-saving research.
Gabriel Tallent ’10 takes literary world by storm with debut novel “My Absolute Darling.”
Alumni office connects José Fausto ’18 to job prospects
The only Oregon school in the top 10 colleges with fewer than 5,000 undergraduates, Willamette has 13 Bearcats serving around the world.
Families of some students, faculty grapple with aftermath.
New students move in, explore campus and prepare for life as a Bearcat.
From bike racks outside Montag to a local symposium about refugees, the Green Fund program is sponsoring diverse projects that advance sustainability, equity and social justice on campus and in our community.
At Willamette, senior Liz Gill found activities that fit who she is and helped define the leader she wants to be.
The more you talk with Will Nickerson ’16, the more you wonder, “What doesn’t he do?”