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Renjen Fellows Program prepares students for community revitalization and social impact

02.06.2025 | Colleen Kawahara

Inaugural cohort includes students and faculty from across Willamette University’s colleges and schools, who will propose innovative solutions to revitalizing Portland and the region.

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50 years in the conflicts vineyard: SYMposium in honor of Professor and Dean Emeritus Symeonides

12.19.2024 | Sarah Bello

25 years at Willamette Law and a lifetime of dedication to the legal community.

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Professors reflect on retiring after decades at Willamette Law

11.26.2024 | Sarah Bello

Professors Susan Smith and Yvonne Tamayo reflect on their years of service to Willamette Law.

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Professor Robin Maril pushes for democracy

11.05.2024 | Sarah Bello

Willamette Law professor teaches Constitutional Law while also serving as an advocate and activist.

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Award-winning animator challenges her students to take risks and embrace discomfort

10.30.2024 | Sophie Cipolla

Christiane Cegavske seeks to share the delights and discoveries that happen during the painstaking process of stop-motion filmmaking.

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New seminar takes a deep dive into presidential election law

10.24.2024 | University Communications

Constitutional Law professor Norman Williams is one of only a few scholars nationwide whose research and teaching focuses on the presidential nomination process and its rules.

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The art of resistance: editorial cartoons and political posters inspire change and action

10.24.2024 | Sophie Cipolla

PNCA faculty member Nina Martinez teaches a course that blends art with activism as a tool for social change.

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Tips for talking politics: a guide for election season and beyond

10.24.2024 | Paul McKean

Willamette University’s Conversation Project explores the power of listening and embracing discomfort to foster closer relationships — and a stronger democracy.

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Political engagement as a key management and leadership skill

10.24.2024 | Melanie Moyer

Former elected official Brad Avakian teaches his MBA students the importance of engaging with their local representatives because of the many ways that public policy can affect a business.

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Willamette biologists secure $200,000 grant to study Joshua tree resilience to climate change

10.07.2024 | University Communications

The award from the Bureau of Land Management will support student research on the ecology of Joshua trees and desert soil microbes under climate change.

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New Willamette faculty bring expertise and excellence to the classroom

09.05.2024 | Paul McKean

An impressive lineup of new faculty members — including a former public defender, an Emmy award-winning animator, a global public health advocate, and a Disney artist — will provide valuable learning opportunities for students.

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PNCA’s graphic presence at the Paris Olympics

08.09.2024 | Paul McKean

Danielle McCoy and Jordan Jackson bring their design expertise to the classroom and to the world stage.

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Interdisciplinary research project serves at the intersection of public health and environmental science

04.04.2024 | Melanie Moyer

A contract with Marion and Polk Counties’ Health Departments brings together students and faculty to address environmental health hazards through civic-engaged learning.

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Supporting and valuing women in tech: Five questions with Assistant Professor of Data Science Kristen Gore

03.14.2024 | Paul McKean

Assistant Professor of Data Science Kristen Gore discusses gender inequities in technology fields and what can be done to address them.

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Gilbert Park awarded Renjen Prize for Faculty Excellence

05.05.2023 | Jennifer Bush

Assistant Professor of Finance Seongkyu (Gilbert) Park has been named the recipient of the 2023 Renjen Prize for Faculty Excellence.

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Willamette University receives grant from Howard Hughes Medical Institute to advance inclusion in STEM

02.28.2023

The grant will support Willamette’s ongoing efforts to create inclusive and equitable learning environments for STEM students.

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Jake Hoskins appointed to Guy F. Atkinson Professorship

02.06.2023 | Jennifer Johnson

Jake Hoskins, Assistant Professor of Data Science and Marketing appointed to the Guy F. Atkinson Professorship, will enhance AGSM's focus on social impact.

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'The Conversation Project' prepares students for crucial dialogues

11.08.2022 | Linda Lenhoff

Willamette professors recognized the need for active listening and constructive discourse at this divisive historical moment.

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Aerial technology breaks new ground in ancient Greece

08.02.2022 | Jennifer Johnson

Willamette students recently spent six weeks conducting drone and field reconnaissance projects in the country.

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Fiske Guide names Willamette as one of the best colleges for 2023

07.28.2022 | Marketing and Communications

The university is included once again in the popular college guide.

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Rohan Grey visits University of Manchester

04.26.2022 | Sarah Bello

Assistant Professor Rohan Grey of Willamette Law visits University of Manchester, focusing on law, money, and technology, enhancing global financial expertise.

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CCM Associate Professor Vincent Pham wins Graves Award 

03.28.2022

Willamette's Vincent Pham wins Arnold L. Graves and Lois S. Graves Award in Humanities for his work on Asian American documentary film and media studies.

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Former senior statistician at HP joins data science faculty

03.21.2022 | Jennifer Johnson

Kristen Gore, a senior statistician at HP, joins Willamette University as assistant professor, bringing expertise and a passion for responsible data governance.

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Heather Kitada Smalley awarded Renjen Prize for Faculty Excellence

03.18.2022

Heather Kitada Smalley, Albaugh Assistant Professor of Statistics, earns the 2022 Renjen Prize for her impactful teaching and groundbreaking research.

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Scholar of virtual reality in education to teach computer science at Willamette

02.25.2022 | Jennifer Johnson

Excited to join Willamette as an assistant professor of computer science, Fred Agbo brings innovation and a passion for student-centered education.

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Surrealism, counterculture and the anti-work movement

12.13.2021 | Jennifer Johnson

Three books by Associate Professor Abigail Susik demonstrate Surrealism’s lasting relevance.

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New cybersecurity, data courses offer human-centered approach

12.02.2021 | Jennifer Johnson

At Willamette, new cybersecurity and data classes led by Prof. Deutschbein explore tech issues from a human-centered perspective, integrating ethics.

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Nafziger remains an international law force

10.15.2021 | Sarah Bello

Jim Nafziger’s work reflects the importance of international and comparative law to a student’s legal education.

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Late Professor Gwynne Skinner’s book published

10.15.2021 | Sarah Bello

Late Willamette Law Professor Gwynne Skinner's book, "Transnational Corporations and Human Rights," completed posthumously, celebrates Skinner's legacy.

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Visiting Assistant Professor Brings Human Rights Experience to Willamette Law

09.21.2021 | Sarah Bello

Visiting Prof. Robin Maril brings their Human Rights Campaign experience to Willamette University to teach Constitutional and Admin & Family Law,

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Willamette University law dean, Oregon task force recommend alternative pathways to licensure beyond traditional bar exam

06.28.2021 | Willamette University

Oregon's task force proposes alternatives to the bar exam for law grads, emphasizing experiential learning. Willamette University supports these changes

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Willamette Law expands law clinic with new faculty appointments

06.24.2021 | Willamette University College of Law

University of Denver Sturm College of Law fellow and longtime distinguished practitioner join the College of Law faculty.

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Willamette Law focuses on developing leaders with new course

05.27.2021 | Sarah Bello

Willamette Law’s new seminar course, Lawyers & Leadership, provides a unique and individualized approach to legal education that will prepare graduates for leadership roles.

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Debra Ringold earns Exemplary Teacher of the Year Award

05.17.2021

Debra 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.

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Willamette Law Keynote Speaker, Faculty Member of the Year, and Class of 2021 Valedictorian named

05.14.2021 | Sarah Bello

Willamette Law welcomes Justice Adrienne C. Nelson as the keynote speaker for the Spring 2021 commencement.

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Rosa León Zayas wins Renjen Prize for Faculty Excellence

05.04.2021 | Marketing and Communications

Assistant Professor Rosa León Zayas receives the 2021 Renjen Prize for Faculty Excellence, honoring her scholarly achievements and commitment to diversity.

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Willamette Law offers new courses exploring unique legal topics

05.03.2021 | Sarah Bello

Students interested in continuing their studies have the opportunity to learn about special legal topics in an accelerated course format.

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Willamette University College of Law Faculty adopts Statement on Racism, Hate, and Violence

04.22.2021 | Willamette University College of Law

The Willamette Law faculty acknowledges the college's historic obligation to eradicate racism, hatred and violence and calls for action to achieve that end.

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Professor Warren Binford accepts endowed chair at University of Colorado

04.19.2021 | Sarah Bello

Professor of Law and Director of the Clinical Law Program will be leaving Willamette Law to become the inaugural W.H. Lea for Justice Endowed Chair for Pediatric Law, Ethics and Policy and Professor of Pediatrics at the University of Colorado Anschutz School of Medicine and Professor of Law at University of Colorado Law School.

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Symeonides completes a 30-year project and 7 books in 7 years

04.06.2021 | Sarah Bello

Dean Emeritus and Professor of Law Symeon Symeonides has completed a 30-year project. Widely described as the world's leading expert on comparative conflicts law today, Symeonides has also completed seven books in the last seven years.

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University Chaplain Karen Wood to retire in July

03.22.2021 | Jennifer Johnson

After two decades of devoted service, Chaplain Karen Wood's retirement leaves a profound impact on the Willamette community. She reflects on her lasting legacy.

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Faculty tenure and promotions

03.04.2021

Board of Trustees promotes 10 professors from across the university to professor and associate professor with tenure.

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Staying Connected

07.27.2020 | Sarah Bello

Willamette Law adapts swiftly to COVID-19, transitioning to remote learning and planning a flexible approach for fall 2020 to prioritize student experience.

Bioscientist Travis Stiles ’05 stands in his lab

Not Unto Ourselves Alone with Travis Stiles ’05

05.24.2018

Bioscientist Travis Stiles ’05 explains how three professors and a fraternity brother inspired his potentially life-saving research.

Law Professor Gwynne Skinner passed away December 11, 2017.

Remembering Professor Gwynne Skinner

12.12.2017 | Sarah Carlson

Willamette Law is saddened to announce the passing of one of its most gracious, enthusiastic and accomplished professors.

Willamette Singers achieve global recognition through DownBeat award

04.28.2015

The jazz group gains global recognition for second straight year.

Courtney Stevens recognized in "40 Under 40: Professors Who Inspire"

03.30.2015

NerdScholar recognized Courtney Stevens in its "40 Under 40: Professors who Inspire."

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