Bridging divides and healing divisions across differences
02.06.2025 | Colleen KawaharaWillamette students learn to apply peace-building skills from Ireland's journey toward reconciliation.
3+3 student looks toward the future with Willamette Law
02.06.2025 | Sarah BelloColby Alexander BA’24, JD’26 looks forward to what is ahead after completing the first year of law school and his undergraduate degree at Willamette.
Tobias Read BA’97 builds on a lifetime of service as Oregon’s Secretary of State
01.14.2025 | Paul McKeanRead prepares to invest in Oregon’s future using the problem-solving approach to politics and government he first honed at Willamette University.
A champion for election reform works to be part of the solution
10.24.2024 | Melanie MoyerBeth Hladick BA’16 uses the lessons she learned at Willamette to understand the root causes of political polarization and find effective solutions for improving elections.
Tips for talking politics: a guide for election season and beyond
10.24.2024 | Paul McKeanWillamette University’s Conversation Project explores the power of listening and embracing discomfort to foster closer relationships — and a stronger democracy.
Organizing for action to get out the vote
10.24.2024 | Paul McKeanSuzan Nuri BA’27 is mastering the power of political organizing through her mission to increase voter turnout for the 2024 election.
The State of the Union address and its impact on the American presidency
03.07.2024 | Paul McKeanRichard Ellis, a professor of politics at Willamette University, shares his insights on the relevance of the State of the Union address in the year 2024.
Akilah Deernose BA’04 breaks down barriers as Executive Director of the Montana ACLU
02.14.2024 | Melanie MoyerThrough her leadership of the human rights organization, the politics major is pursuing her life’s mission: to care for others in the ways she was cared for at Willamette.
Willamette’s Conversation Project featured on Oregon Public Broadcasting’s “Think Out Loud”
09.22.2023 | Paul McKeanProfessor David Gutterman, Associate Professor Wendy Petersen-Boring and Mira Karthik BA’24 joined the popular radio program for a conversation about difficult conversations.
Morgan Gratz-Weiser BA’13 takes on vital role in the Governor’s office
08.07.2023 | Linda LenhoffThe alum works to support the governor’s policies on climate, clean energy and natural resources along with housing, health and education.
Senate internship leads student on ‘path to employment’
01.19.2023 | Jennifer JohnsonChris Brown BA’23 gains valuable political experience interning for Sen. Dan Sullivan in D.C. Discover how his legislative journey shapes his career path.
Academic Honors and Awards announced
06.07.2022 | Office of the Dean, College of Arts and SciencesMore than 200 undergraduates are recipients of 2022 Academic Honors and Awards. Congratulations, Bearcats!
Excellence on the field and in court: Bearcat named youngest partner at law firm
02.25.2022 | Jennifer JohnsonScott Perlin's journey from football player to lawyer parallels competitiveness and preparation. Recently promoted to partner, mentorship played a pivotal role.
Finding a reward in managing risk
11.10.2021 | Jennifer JohnsonJanelle Bovell ’08’s journey to vice president at PayPal underscores the power of curiosity and reflects a commitment to growth and community impact.
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.
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.
Student Scholarship Recognition Day(s) highlights student research and presentations in live virtual format
05.27.2021 | Peter Li '20, MBA'21The annual event was hosted virtually for the second consecutive year and expanded to a two-day format for the first time.
Only six matching gifts for student scholarships left
05.27.2021 | Office of AdvancementAn anonymous donor has given Willamette $1 million in matching funds to inspire the creation of new endowed scholarships and a limited number of matching funds remain.
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.
Academic Honors and Awards announced
05.06.2021 | Office of the Dean, College of Arts and SciencesMore than 200 undergraduates are recipients of 2021 Academic Honors and Awards. Congratulations, Bearcats!
New student coalition advocates for the incarcerated, introduces legislation
03.05.2021Bill introduced by Oregonians Against Slavery and Involuntary Servitude gains support from U.S. Sen. Jeff Merkley.
Faculty tenure and promotions
03.04.2021Board of Trustees promotes 10 professors from across the university to professor and associate professor with tenure.
Biden appoints politics grad to US Department of Transportation position
03.03.2021 | Jennifer JohnsonEdward McGlone ’11 advances to deputy assistant secretary.
From athlete to advocate
02.25.2020 | Jennifer JohnsonConner Mertens ’17, a politics major, credits Willamette for igniting his passion for advocacy. Now, he fights for patients with chronic diseases.
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.
Plugging into the power of proximity
04.23.2019 | Tom MorlanAdrian Uphoff ’19 is pushing legislation at the Capitol and opening doors for future interns.
Humanity in Action names its first Willamette University fellow
03.30.2015Through the program, Maria Hernandez ’15 will explore national histories of discrimination and resistance.
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