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Kristi Skalman JD’20 accomplishes her dream of opening her own law firm

09.22.2023 | Jessica Rotter

After opening her own family law firm, Kristi Skalman looks back on her time in law school and how she accomplished her goals.

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Willamette’s Conversation Project featured on Oregon Public Broadcasting’s “Think Out Loud”

09.22.2023 | Paul McKean

Professor David Gutterman, Associate Professor Wendy Petersen-Boring and Mira Karthik BA’24 joined the popular radio program for a conversation about difficult conversations.

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Award-winning artist Olivia Harwood BFA’21 strives to empower herself and others in her work

09.20.2023 | Linda Lenhoff

The PNCA alum is quickly attaining considerable status after having a number of shows, where audiences discover her passion for challenging notions of femininity.

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Willamette MBA ranked the #1 B-school in Oregon by Bloomberg Businessweek

09.20.2023 | University Communications

The Atkinson Graduate School of Management was the only MBA program in Oregon and one of two in the Pacific Northwest that made Bloomberg’s Best B-School list.

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Radioactive summer school inspires Nate Rutter BS’24 to research sustainable solutions to store and dispose of nuclear waste

09.20.2023 | Melanie Moyer

After participating in Brookhaven National Lab’s summer program, Nate Rutter BS’24 is a sought-after candidate for PhD programs in radiochemistry and nuclear engineering.

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Saniya Lakka BA’20 turns her computer science degree into a dream job at Nike

09.20.2023 | Linda Lenhoff

Saniya Lakka took advantage of her courses, an internship, and student work opportunities to become a machine learning engineer at Nike.

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Hallie Ford Museum of Art celebrates 25 years of art and education

09.19.2023 | Sophie Cipolla

This year marks HFMA’s 25th Anniversary, and in honor of the milestone, a year of celebration is planned to immerse the Willamette community in all the treasures it has to offer.

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Hispanic Heritage Month: Q&A with Nairobi Aguilar JD'25

09.14.2023 | University Communications

In recognition of Hispanic Heritage Month (also known as Latinx/e Heritage Month), Willamette University asked Nairobi Aguilar JD'24, president of the Latinx Law Student Association, about why the month is meaningful.

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Willamette University welcomes more than 1,000 new students

09.08.2023 | University Communications

At its five colleges from Portland to Salem, Willamette University kicked off the new academic year with celebration and community.

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Jeremy Coste BA’17 banks on brilliance to become one of the youngest directors at Bank of America

09.05.2023 | Sophie Cipolla

Willamette's Gifted Scholars program allowed Jeremy Coste BA'17 to get a head-start on college at a remarkable pace — leading him to a job as director at Bank of America at the age of 24.

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Camille Mercier MBA’09 earns her “seat at the table”

09.05.2023 | Sophie Cipolla

With a Willamette MBA in hand, Mercier makes history as the first female CEO of Spirit Mountain Casino.

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Eileen Isagon Skyers MA’14 speaks about the intersection of art and AI on the TED2023 stage

09.05.2023 | Melanie Moyer

An expert on digital art and culture, Skyers spoke at the TED2023 conference about artists innovating with digital technology.

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From music major to ethical hacker

09.05.2023 | Paul McKean

Ariel Todoki’s BA’18 studies at the intersection of music and computer science gave her an advantage as she launched into a career in cybersecurity.

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Former transfer student and BA/MBA alum works to solve clients’ problems and give them peace of mind

08.07.2023 | Linda Lenhoff

The 3+2 MBA grad utilizes the life skills he learned in the business school to solve clients’ problems and give them peace of mind.

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Morgan Gratz-Weiser BA’13 takes on vital role in the Governor’s office

08.07.2023 | Linda Lenhoff

The alum works to support the governor’s policies on climate, clean energy and natural resources along with housing, health and education.

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A history of experiential education at Willamette Law

08.03.2023 | Jessica Rotter

Professor Emerita Valerie J. Vollmar JD’75 helped to bring experiential education to Willamette Law, now she reflects on her career.

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Incoming computer and data science faculty bring interdisciplinary expertise and new learning opportunities

07.25.2023 | Sophie Cipolla

Introducing Willamette's new computing and information sciences faculty: talented app developers, turtle enthusiasts and passionate educators.

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Reflecting on the connection between being an artist and a law student

07.21.2023 | Jessica Rotter

From artist to law student, David Schleiffers JD’24 discusses his experience at Willamette Law.

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Ella Ashford BS’25, BA’25 takes passion for ocean conservation to NOAA

07.17.2023 | Paul McKean

With several research experiences under her belt, Ella Ashford BS’25, BA’25 is ready to take on ocean conservation with a prestigious scholarship from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.

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Willamette University awarded $500,000 in scientific equipment for research and teaching

07.13.2023 | Paul McKean

The funding will help the university invest in state-of-the-art lab equipment.

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Willamette named as one of the best colleges for 2024

07.11.2023 | Office of Communications

The 2024 Fiske Guide to College calls Willamette University one of the “best and most interesting” colleges in the U.S., Canada and the UK.

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Three Willamette Law professors are recognized for their teaching and scholarly achievements

06.30.2023 | Jessica Rotter

Professor Caroline Davidson, Professor Paul Diller, and Associate Dean & Professor Karen Sandrik are honored for their impact at Willamette and in the broader legal community.

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Bearcats share stories, relive memories at Alumni Reunion Weekend

06.23.2023 | Paul McKean BA'11, MBA'23

At parties, reunion dinners and faculty lectures, friendships were formed and connections were reforged across campus, all based on one thing: a shared love of the Willamette University community.

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Willamette Law announces new faculty members

06.22.2023 | Jessica Rotter

Five new faculty members join Willamette Law in the fall of 2023.

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