Willamette recognized again as a top U.S. MBA program
02.06.2025 | Paul McKeanWillamette continues its streak as the #1 program in Oregon and the #2 program in the Pacific Northwest.
Determining a path forward for artificial intelligence in state government
05.02.2024 | Melanie MoyerAppointed by Oregon Governor Tina Kotek, triple alum Justus Eaglesmith BA’21, MBA/MS’23 will help inform public policy and guide the state’s future relationship with AI.
Nels Swenson BA’98, MBA’99 advocates for others and promotes inclusion in engineering
01.17.2024 | Sophie CipollaNels Swenson, a Willamette University alum, received the Rodney D. Chipp Award for mentoring women engineers. Learn about his advocacy for women in STEM.
Former transfer student and BA/MBA alum works to solve clients’ problems and give them peace of mind
08.07.2023 | Linda LenhoffThe 3+2 MBA grad utilizes the life skills he learned in the business school to solve clients’ problems and give them peace of mind.
BA/MBA alum learned to think under pressure and takes the sports world by storm
05.10.2023 | Sophie CipollaIt’s no surprise that Joe Plaster’s BA‘19 MBA‘20 career has taken off given how involved he was as an undergraduate Economics major at Willamette.
Student takes Willamette’s mission and motto to Peru to help local women pursue financial independence
04.30.2023 | Linda LenhoffBecky Heath BA’23 worked with a collective of textile artists in Peru to help them develop their business strategies to reach a higher level of success.
Atkinson alums leverage sustainability for competitive advantage, sector-wide change
11.11.2022 | Shelly StromSchilling Cider pioneers sustainability with aluminum cans, defying industry norms. Founded by Atkinson MBA grads, it thrives with social, environmental ethos.
Debra Ringold earns Exemplary Teacher of the Year Award
05.17.2021Debra Ringold, AGSM’s JELD-WEN Professor of Free Enterprise, honored as United Methodist Church’s Exemplary Teacher of the Year for her dedication to students.
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.
MBA students Zoom toward interview success
05.06.2020 | Jennifer JohnsonWillamette students practice virtual interviews, how to tell their story through workshops.
Willamette MBA Community Grant Program Announces 2019-2020 Grant Recipients
04.27.2020Established in 2016 as a partnership between United Way, Mountain West Investment Corporation and Willamette University MBA, the Willamette MBA Community Grant Program has benefited 32 organizations through $550,000 in grants in its first four years.
Nontraditional student seeks success beyond the oil industry
03.08.2020 | Jennifer JohnsonAlaska native quits lucrative job for economics degree
Professor's research featured in Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences
10.14.2019 | Marketing CommunicationsTim Johnson co-authors a paper examining the effect of military service on public employment.
Class of 2019 celebrates new beginnings
05.22.2019 | Jennifer JohnsonOver 400 Willamette students graduated, representing CLA, AGSM and the College of Law. The ceremony featured inspiring speakers and honored emeriti faculty.
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.
Pursuing an MBA with an eye on theatre
03.26.2019 | Jennifer JohnsonBen Crop ’08, MBA’09, a theatre teacher and technical director, credits Willamette for his success and his journey from a dual degree to a career in theatre.
Crafting a new business approach — the GOOD food and drink guide
12.21.2018 | Erik SchmidtColin Schilling ’10, MBA’12 commits to environmental and social sustainability through his business, Schilling Hard Cider.
Prof Ringold attends premier tech event
11.27.2018 | Tynan GableProf Ringold engages with leaders in business and technology and immerses in today's executive thinking.
Willamette MBA Ranked Best U.S. B-School by Poets & Quants and Businessweek
11.27.2018 | Jennifer H. BushPoets & Quants and Bloomberg Businessweek names Atkinson Graduate School of Management one of the nation’s best business schools.
Willamette MBA alumni pave the way for the future of blockchain technology
11.16.2018 | Tynan Gable MBA'19 and Bryan Martz MBA'19Willamette students and alumni from all three schools came together to learn more about blockchain technology and cryptocurrency from our own distinguished alumni Neil Bergquist '09, MBA '10 and Nathan Love '05, MBA '06.
Willamette MBA Ranked Best U.S. B-School by Businessweek
11.13.2018 | Jennifer H. BushBloomberg Businessweek names Atkinson Graduate School of Management one of the nation’s best business schools.
Willamette MBA Ranked Best U.S. Business School by Poets & Quants
11.13.2018 | Jennifer H. BushPoets & Quants and Bloomberg Businessweek names Atkinson Graduate School of Management one of the nation’s best business schools.
Willamette MBA to host special event on blockchain technology
10.23.2018 | Daniel JohnsonOpen to the entire WU community, the evening’s program will include a networking and social hour, an informational presentation and a panel discussion featuring AGSM and WU professors.
2018 Faculty Awards announced
08.23.2018The university celebrated seven outstanding faculty members at Opening Convocation.
2018 AGSM Honors & Awards Ceremony
05.14.2018 | Andrew HickeyAtkinson Graduate School of Management honored the achievements of students, faculty and staff at a ceremony May 10.
Willamette celebrates the Class of 2018
05.14.2018Willamette University's 2018 commencement ceremonies: Graduates embrace the future as key speakers share wisdom on openness, perseverance, and community.
Atkinson Professor Elliot Maltz earns Fulbright U.S. Scholar grant
05.08.2018 | Andrew HickeyMaltz awarded Fulbright scholar grant
Internship steers BA/MBA grad to auto industry
04.23.2018 | Jennifer JohnsonA semester at Daimler Trucking helped J. Connor Maloney BA/MBA ’18 define his career path.
Mentor of the Year provides a “home away from home” to students
04.13.2018 | Jennifer JohnsonWillamette Law selects Nani Apo JD’13, honors three others for Hon. Mary Mertens James award.
Willamette MBA Preview Day 2018
04.05.2018 | Andrew HickeyOn April 14, prospective students will meet current students, alumni and faculty while experiencing Willamette MBA.
Atkinson Archive Podcast launches
03.15.2018 | Willamette University MBANew podcast highlights talent and expertise that make Willamette MBA Oregon’s top MBA program.
Lessons from the ‘oracle’ of investing
03.12.2018 | Jennifer JohnsonWillamette students gain insights from Warren Buffett on investing, success, and life during a Q&A session where Buffett shared wisdom and advice.
Atkinson rebuilds admissions and recruitment teams
03.02.2018 | Andrew HickeyReboot aims to create smoother and more impactful experiences for prospective students.
Willamette MBA Earns Poets&Quants Ranking | 2018 News
01.05.2018 | Lindsay LennonAGSM advances three spots in two years.
Atkinson dean finalists to visit Willamette
12.01.2017Willamette community members are invited to attend open forums with each candidate.
Willamette MBA again named best business school by Businessweek and Princeton Review
11.17.2017 | Lindsay LennonThe accolades reaffirm top-tier national status as highest-ranked program in Oregon.
Forbes names Willamette MBA top in Oregon for return on investment
09.25.2017 | Lindsay LennonAGSM joins top-tier programs across the country.
Exec in Residence Yocom visits AGSM
09.25.2017 | Andrew HickeyCarolyn Yocom, MBA ’88, shares insights on management in the federal government and the importance of teamwork, integrity, and continuous improvement.
MBA Compass Week finds new direction
07.24.2017 | Lindsay LennonOrientation for incoming MBA students expands and refines
Tim Johnson leads Center for Governance and Public Policy Research towards bright and busy future
06.06.2017 | Lindsay LennonNew leadership will build on years of experience and success.
From intern to advisor: Kara Merrill’s path from CLA to MBA to launching her career
05.15.2017 | Lindsay LennonFrom CLA to MBA intern to financial advisor
From the Marines to an MBA
04.24.2017 | Jennifer JohnsonHerschel Mapes MBA ’17, a former U.S. Marine, shares his journey from serving high-profile leaders to pursuing higher education at Willamette University.
Willamette MBA earns Tier 1 mark from CEO Magazine
04.11.2017 | Lindsay LennonFor the second straight year, Atkinson Graduate School of Management earns top-tier acknowledgement.
From studio art major to sports entrepreneur
03.08.2017 | Lindsay Lennon"Had I not gone to Willamette MBA, this company would not exist.”
Keeping PACE with Larry Ettner
02.23.2017 | Lindsay LennonOne of the signature programs at Willamette University MBA celebrates milestone.
A Kosovo connection
02.07.2017 | Lindsay LennonWillamette MBA alumni lend business expertise to reinvigorate a Kosovo high school.
Winter trip to Japan reaffirms 50-year TIU partnership
02.07.2017 | Andrew HickeyWillamette University contingent visited Tokyo in January
AGSM faculty offer leadership advice to undergrads
01.19.2017 | Andrew HickeyA series of interactive events helps students get ahead in their career preparation.
MBA alumni planning world’s biggest cider house in Portland
12.19.2016 | Andrew HickeyColin Schilling ’10 MBA’12 and Kornei MBA’12 plan ambitious Portland expansion.
Willamette University MBA ranks again — Poets&Quants
12.19.2016 | Andrew HickeyTop-tier acknowledgment reflects the hard work of the Willamette community.
Nonprofit giving — how to make smart and effective charitable donations
12.13.2016 | Andrew HickeyTwo not-for-profit experts from Willamette University MBA give tips on effective charitable giving.
Princeton Review names Willamette MBA one of the best in nation
11.22.2016 | Andrew HickeySustainable development, entrepreneurship and faculty cited as strengths.
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