Hundreds of students flooded campuses in Salem and Portland last week to move in, attend introductory sessions and discover what their new surroundings have to offer.
For first-year students in particular, it's been an exciting time to participate in Willamette’s most beloved traditions, such as matriculation and opening convocation.

Bearcats share stories, relive memories at Alumni Reunion Weekend
06.23.2023 | Paul McKean BA'11, MBA'23At 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.