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.
Bearcats from far and wide converged on Salem to reconnect with classmates and friends at Willamette's largest Alumni Reunion Weekend on record.
Grant funds distributed by Willamette MBA Community Grant program lift up local organizations pursuing diversity, inclusion, racial justice and social equity.
Accomplished linguist Elizabeth Guzman Ljubetic ’14 is committed to fostering a more interconnected business world.
As conflict and crime advisor, alumna develops programs to counter violent extremism.
Kimberly Cole ’02 finds a career in public health through international studies.
More than 500 students representing three schools graduated from Willamette University on Sunday.
In the aftermath of personal loss, Nathaniel Woodward JD’20 found his calling as an advocate for accident victims and their families.
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.
Research by Lisa Oakley ’04 and her team prompted social distance, face-covering measures.
Alumna travels world for education, finds humanitarian career.
Chemistry department helps Divine Distillers increase hand sanitizer production by donating and prepping materials. The Print Center and graphic designers provided labels.
Politics grad starts nonprofit, becomes public speaker and fights for patient rights.
Bearcats engage in service projects, book club, documentary screening and more events in the spirit of King’s legacy.
Report details children’s rights violations at U.S.-run facilities.
Seven Bearcat alumni are serving in the program’s 2019 teaching corps.
Leah Olson ’20 interns with ALS Association, lobbies at D.C. and in Salem.
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.
Jamal Raad ’08 takes on climate change as campaign communications director for presidential candidate and fellow Bearcat Gov. Jay Inslee JD’76.
Warren Binford continues to shine light on children’s treatment at U.S. border facilities.
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.
Law partner Eleanor Beatty JD’04 and alumna Sara Kendrick JD’15 recall the former mayor of Keizer’s generosity and care.
Caylee Campbell JD’19 has been an advocate for positive change at home and abroad.
First-year student is among youngest candidates ever to run for Salem-Keizer School Board.
Aspiring physician Anna Ayala ’19 wants to make an impact at the individual and policy levels.
Willamette University produces Peace Corps Volunteers; Willamette MBA attracts Peace Corps Volunteers.
Willamette MBA students award more than $150,000 granted to nine local nonprofits.
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.
E.M. (Ellen) Lewis ’94 sparks conversation surrounding topics such as climate change and the divide on American gun ownership through theatre.
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.
Working with his uncle at Dave’s Killer Bread, Shobi Dalh ’05 helps people with criminal records start anew.
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.
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 moves up seven spots, boosted by students’ strong commitment to volunteer work.
Willamette community welcomes new students at Opening Days.
Best-selling guide features some 300 of the “best and most interesting” colleges.
Alumni Reunion Weekend celebrates the Willamette community, people and place.
Eight employees receive Employee of the Year Awards, including the inaugural Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Award.
Bioscientist Travis Stiles ’05 explains how three professors and a fraternity brother inspired his potentially life-saving research.
Student-led groups travel to Seattle, Boise, San Francisco and Fresno for spring break.
More than 30 awards were given to students who have made positive contributions to the Willamette community.
Alumni office connects José Fausto ’18 to job prospects
Bearcats volunteer at nonprofits across the country on Willamette’s Global Day of Service.
The only Oregon school in the top 10 colleges with fewer than 5,000 undergraduates, Willamette has 13 Bearcats serving around the world.
Events included Into the Streets community service projects, a book club and a lecture.
Willamette Academy’s executive director explains how the program helps teenagers — and society — reach their potential.
John Poulsen ’94 publishes research that leads to crackdown on poachers.
Following the fourth night of competition last week, the judges recognized third-year law students Autumn Mills and Conor McCahill as the winners of the annual Don Turner Moot Court Competition.
Five Willamette Law students represented the school in great fashion last weekend at the National Asian Pacific American Bar Association (NAPABA) Convention.
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.
Families of some students, faculty grapple with aftermath.
Third-year JD/MBA student Andy Blevins’ first encounter with OutServe-SLDN occurred in the navy as a cryptologic technician from 2007-11.
Judge Beth Allen JD’96 now knows how well her friends can keep secrets from her. The Willamette Law alumna was surprised this fall with not one, but two awards for her work in the community and judiciary.
Although born and raised in Newport, Oregon, Erin Greenawald JD’98 would tell you she “grew up,” professionally, in the Marion County District Attorney’s (MCDA) office.
Three exhibitions and a panel discussion aim to start a dialogue about critical issues.
The executive director provides an update on the popular college access program for underrepresented students.
A $5.5 million pledge will impact students and faculty in mathematics and physics.
Estate gifts of $6.8 million will support generations of Willamette students.
At Willamette, senior Liz Gill found activities that fit who she is and helped define the leader she wants to be.
In Salem and across the country, members of the Willamette country joined together to do good.
Like a snowboarding course, first-year law student April Stone's path to Willamette has been a winding and sometimes difficult path.
Four alumni share how the Take a Break program expanded their worldviews and inspired careers focused on social justice.
Andrew Lum ’16 pairs his passion for athletics with academics and service.
The fraternity hopes to make history by raising $25,000.
Head Basketball Coach Kip Ioane ’01, MAT ’02 leads by example.
Willamette raised more than $250,000 to benefit students
By exploring new pursuits, Mark Andreoni ’16 discovers his calling
Celebrate Bearcat pride and the philanthropy that makes it all possible on Feb. 23.
More than 330 alumni have served the organization since 1961.
Hatfield ’43 made significant contributions to foreign policy during his 30-year career as an Oregon senator.
Nearly 180 students, staff spent an afternoon serving their community.
Celebrating a year of accomplishments and milestones at Willamette.
Cultural destruction threatens world heritage.
Maya Kaup ’17 overcomes her aversion to the spotlight to champion important causes.
The university is named on the President's Higher Education Community Service Honor Roll.
Martha Sonato ’15 takes a person-to-person approach to engage the Latino community with environmental issues in the Columbia River Gorge.
Through the program, Maria Hernandez ’15 will explore national histories of discrimination and resistance.
What’s it like to host a radio show? Chemistry professor Karen McFarlane Holman’s “Community Radio” students try it firsthand — and learn about themselves along the way.