Eight to be honored at Willamette’s 2024 Alumni Awards
04.05.2024 | Abby Kahl BA'05Join Willamette University's Alumni Awards ceremony on May 18, 2024, honoring a renowned playwright, a DEI professional, a former Fortune 100 CEO and more.
A Conversation with Emily Thomas BFA'24
08.26.2023 | Alumni RelationsYou helped Emily sharpen her artistic eye.
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.
A record 850+ alums come home to Willamette for Reunion Weekend
06.24.2022 | Paul McKean BA'11Bearcats from far and wide converged on Salem to reconnect with classmates and friends at Willamette's largest Alumni Reunion Weekend on record.
Willamette Law grads show resilience in passing the bar
12.08.2021 | Sarah BelloWith the threat of a global pandemic and moving to fully remote classes, the Class of 2021 overcame a number of obstacles on their way to passing the bar exam.
Willamette Law partners with Legal Innovators
12.03.2021 | Sarah BelloWith this new partnership, students at Willamette Law will have increased access to top career opportunities.
Prosecuting homicide during the pandemic
10.18.2021 | Sarah BelloAlum Lou Giaquinto, attorney for Maricopa County Attorney’s Office, was working on a murder trial with another prosecutor when the pandemic caused the world to pause.
Bar Presidents in a Pandemic
10.18.2021 | Sarah BelloHear from two Willamette Law alumni, Liani Reeves ‘98, JD’01 and P. Gregory Frey JD’86 who served as their state’s bar president during a year unlike any other.
New Chair takes the reins of Leadership Cabinet
10.18.2021 | Sarah BelloMark Hoyt JD’92, the former chair of the Leadership Cabinet, praises Schierhorn's leadership skills and commitment to advancing the law school.
Nowhere to go but up: From a low GPA to a BA, MBA and JD
07.06.2021 | Jennifer JohnsonGeoff Winkler BA ’04, JD ’06, MBA ’08 had a rocky academic beginning, but now he's CEO of American Fiduciary Services.
$2M gift from Schnitzer family to support Willamette merger with Pacific Northwest College of Art
06.29.2021 | Office of Alumni and Parent Relations"Transformed" by her studies at PNCA, Arlene Schnitzer was deeply committed to arts education and wanted to ensure PNCA's future success.
Fearless in the pursuit of opportunity
06.23.2021 | Jennifer JohnsonWillamette University alum Jennifer Lawrence Hanscom ’91, CEO of the Washington State Medical Association, credits liberal arts education for her achievements.
Perseverance and pinot noir
06.22.2021 | Jennifer JohnsonDavid Coelho ’08, VP of National Sales at Coelho Winery, credits Willamette University for the skills to navigate the uncertainties of the winemaking world.
Switch hitter: Tommy Kawamura ’14 combines baseball with a knack for stats
06.02.2021 | Jennifer JohnsonTommy Kawamura, a Willamette University graduate, found his math and economics background unexpectedly useful in a career in baseball analytics.
$2M gift to expand Willamette Law's experiential learning
06.02.2021 | Sarah BelloEstate gift from the law school's largest individual donor, Marty Wolf ’57, LLB’60, will expand hands-on, experiential learning and curricular modernization.
Willamette Academy reaches new milestone
06.01.2021 | Jennifer JohnsonAcademy celebrates largest graduating class ever.
Willamette Law focuses on developing leaders with new course
05.27.2021 | Sarah BelloWillamette Law’s new seminar course, Lawyers & Leadership, provides a unique and individualized approach to legal education that will prepare graduates for leadership roles.
Willamette University celebrates Class of 2021
05.18.2021More than 475 students — representing the College of Arts and Sciences, Atkinson Graduate School of Management and the College of Law — graduated from Willamette University on Sunday.
Law student becomes triple Bearcat before 25
05.11.2021 | Cindy CromwellKarina Salzberg’s interest in law and desire to learn how to help her future clients helped put her on a track to accomplish a remarkable achievement.
Willamette Law offers new courses exploring unique legal topics
05.03.2021 | Sarah BelloStudents interested in continuing their studies have the opportunity to learn about special legal topics in an accelerated course format.
Student leadership roles led graduate to MBA
04.23.2021 | Jennifer JohnsonJarin Kobashigawa BA ’20, MBA ’21 found his path from student leader to business enthusiast, now pursuing a career in marketing with newfound confidence.
Ian Scarfe ’05: Creative with classical music and his career
04.15.2021 | Jennifer JohnsonIan Scarfe ’05, founder of Trinity Alps Chamber Music Festival, credits Willamette University's faculty for steering him towards a career in music.
Cultivating a global community
03.31.2021 | Tom MorlanAccomplished linguist Elizabeth Guzman Ljubetic ’14 is committed to fostering a more interconnected business world.
Building diversity and inclusivity into the global workforce
01.04.2021 | Jennifer JohnsonNancy Garcia ’08, MBA’10, credits Associate Professor Emily Drew at Willamette University for shaping her career as a global leader in diversity programs.
Classical studies major is ‘crucial link’ for refugee rights work
04.23.2020 | Jennifer JohnsonWillamette alumna Rositsa Atanasova ’07, guided by the university's motto, has forged a distinguished career advocating for migrants and refugees worldwide.
Alumna builds bridges to a healthier future
07.01.2019 | Rosemary CamozziMedical resident Victoria Black Horse ’13 laid her foundation for medical school at Willamette University and continues to mentor Native American students entering the field.
Charting a course to Intel
05.08.2019 | Tom MorlanFrom Chicago's streets to Navy sub to Intel, Willamette shaped the journey of CorDarryl Hall MBA’19 as he progressed from Data analyst to storyteller.
Promoting a healthy future
05.01.2019 | Tom MorlanAnna Ayala, a senior chemistry major, embodies the fusion of science, compassion, and advocacy, aspiring to be a doctor and a catalyst for social change.
Finding strength in numbers
04.03.2019 | Tom MorlanWillamette University BA/MBA grad Paimon Jaberi achieves dream job with Seattle Seahawks and uses data to tackle the business, credits Willamette University.
Not Unto Ourselves Alone with Travis Stiles ’05
05.24.2018Bioscientist Travis Stiles ’05 explains how three professors and a fraternity brother inspired his potentially life-saving research.
Alumna uncovers rich history in Scotland
12.08.2017 | Jen JohnsonMichelle Atherton’s Willamette experience led her to a unique conservation project abroad.
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