Willamette named ‘best college’ by U.S. News and World Report
09.13.2021Willamette University rose one spot higher this year among a total 223 arts and science institutions.
Click on the titles below for selected highlights from Willamette University’s mentions in the media. (This service concluded on June 30, 2020.)
Willamette University rose one spot higher this year among a total 223 arts and science institutions.
In the US, ride-sharing service Uber’s employees are independent contractors. A UK court ruled last week that Uber drivers there are workers — not independent contractors — and are therefore eligible for more rights, such as a minimum wage.
The Oregonian quoted Prof. Laura Appleman in an article about two men who were prosecuted for what they say was retaliation for visiting the homes of Portland Mayor Ted Wheeler, the city’s police chief and the district attorney for Multnomah County.
With Thanksgiving and Black Friday just a couple of weeks away, Willamette Law Prof. David Friedman commented in a national Magnify Money story this week on holiday advertising.
The column’s author, Michelle Blackley Glynn, asked whether parents should protect the digital identity of their children by limiting posts and pictures about them on the internet and social media.
The Statesman Journal quoted Laura Appleman, professor of criminal law, in a Tuesday story on potential juror misconduct.
The Statesman Journal quoted Laura Appleman, professor of criminal law, in a Tuesday story on potential juror misconduct.
The labor law professor spoke about an upcoming U.S. Supreme Court case dealing with mandatory union fees.
Samantha Klausen JD’20 attended the Salem City Council meeting Monday to speak out against the proposed sit-lie ordinance.
Steven R. Powers JD’01 was named to position seven on the Oregon Court of Appeals, and Christopher A. Ramras JD’96 was named to position 15 on the Multnomah County Circuit Court.
Haslitt was the only person on the list with a Willamette University or Willamette Law education.
Mayes has worked for Safeway and Albertsons since 1994.
The Clark County council appointed Sleight to the position after interviewing four candidates. He begins in March.
Willamette Law’s Prof. Steve Green was on Utah radio station RadioWest February 7 to discuss the Johnson Amendment and President Donald Trump’s promise to do away with it.
Dobbins and Lisa McElroy, associate professor at Drexel University School of Law, spoke about the four people whose names have been floated around as Trump’s short list: William Pryor, 54, Diane Sykes, 59, Neil Gorsuch, 49, and Thomas Hardiman, 51.
Willamette was one of 60 schools on the list and the only Oregon school recognized.
The appointment was made in late December of 2016 by Alaska Chief Justice Craig Stowers and will be for a one-year term, eligible for reappointment.
Friedman's work, "Reconsidering Fictitious Pricing," was cited in lawsuits alleging false reference pricing at four major retailers.
The Honorable Valeri L. Love MBA'92, JD'95 and Megan I. Livermore JD'05 were honored at an awards luncheon Dec. 8.
Gov. Kate Brown appointed Willamette Law alumnus David M. Goldthorpe J’'09 to Malheur County district attorney Dec. 2.
College of Law alumni running in the Nov. 8 elections saw both wins and losses in the polls.
Associate Dean and Professor of Law Norman Williams commented in a Christian Science Monitor story on the prevalence of the voting system.
Law Professor Jeffrey Dobbins discussed the U.S. Supreme Court vacancy left open by the sudden death of Associate Justice Antonin Scalia and the court’s term that began this week.
A community meeting was held last week to discuss solutions to what some are saying is an escalating problem in the Portland community.
Willamette Law Professor Jeffrey Dobbins commented in an Oregon Business article regarding the class-action lawsuit filed against Aequitas Capital.
Willamette Associate Professor of Law David Friedman commented on the resolution of the Oregon v. Oracle lawsuit in a September 15 Associated Press story.
Willamette Professor of Law David A. Friedman comments on the escalating legal tactics involved in the Oregon v. Oracle case.
Willamette Law Professor Steven K. Green filed an amicus brief for Trinity Lutheran Church of Columbia, Inc. v. Pauley.
Willamette University College of Law Assistant Professor Peter Molk was interviewed by Peter Mahler host of the “New York Business Divorce” podcast.
Law Professor Paul Diller was quoted in a Statesman Journal article reporting on a United States Supreme Court ruling Learn more.
Willamette University College of Law Alumnus William J. Howe III JD ‘75, received the Meyer Elkin Essay Award.
Commercial law expert and Willamette Associate Professor of Law David Friedman was quoted in a Portland Tribune article.
Willamette's Civil Procedure Expert and Law Professor Jeffrey C. Dobbins commented in a PBJ Article regarding a Lawsuit by Health Republic Insurance Co.
Willamette University College of Law alumnus Donald L. Krahmer Jr. ‘81, JD/MBA‘87 receive the Living and Giving Award.
Willamette Associate Professor of Law David A. Friedman discusses how local law firm's reorganization will impact law students seeking employment.
Commercial law expert and Willamette Associate Professor of Law David Friedman was quoted in a Portland Business Journal article discussing the ongoing political ramifications of the Oracle v. Oregon legal battle.
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.
Diller sheds light on the city of Cascade Locks' legal options to open a water-bottling operation in Hood River County.
Commercial law expert and Willamette Associate Professor of Law David Friedman was quoted in a Portland Business Journal article discussing Oracle’s latest legal tactic in an ongoing dispute with the state of Oregon
Religion and law expert and Willamette Professor of Law Steven Green discusses hurdles to potential lawsuits from a bill to make the Bible the official book of Tennessee
Employment law expert and Willamette Professor of Law Keith Cunningham-Parmeter weighs in on pay dispute between TriMet and union
Commercial law expert and Willamette Associate Professor of Law David Friedman quoted in Portland Tribune article about Oracle’s failed Cover Oregon website
The change reflects a nationwide trend to a more holistic review of applicants, especially from underrepresented groups.
Hatfield '43 made significant advances abroad while serving as Oregon's senator from 1967 to 1997.
Courtney Stevens is the 2015 recipient of the Jane S. Halonen Teaching Excellence Award.
The best-selling author and producer spoke as part of Willamette’s Atkinson Lecture Series on Oct. 15.
Visiting English professor Andrea Stolowitz earns recognition for her play, "Ithaka."
NerdScholar recognized Courtney Stevens in its "40 Under 40: Professors who Inspire."
The OnStage blog calls Willamette's Theatre program "absolutely incredible."
Dave Craig discusses the science behind "Owlcapone's" behavior.
M. H. Wiener Foundation helps students unearth new finds in Scotland.
An alumnus and visiting English professor were both nominated for their plays.