As he marks 15 years leading Willamette, President Thorsett reflects on a decade and a half of innovation — and the bold moves shaping the university's future.
The only school to move to the National University category from the National Liberal Arts College category in this cycle, Willamette ranks at No. 99 among private national universities and is the top Best Value institution in the Northwest.
Through hands-on mentorship, professional studio space, and expanded access across Portland, PNCA is helping high school students turn artistic passion into resilient creative careers.
From floating candles in the Mill Stream to jump starting careers, Willamette’s newest students kicked off the academic year with a week of tradition and community.
Academic programs launching in the 2026-27 academic year bring expanded opportunities for students to study finance, technology and the arts.
Through hands-on mentorship, professional studio space, and expanded access across Portland, PNCA is helping high school students turn artistic passion into resilient creative careers.
A film festival win, a pile of screenplays, lectures among glaciers, product launches, and a security flaw hiding in a wall of data. Here’s how Willamette students spent their summer break.
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