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April 2024 News

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Willamette University goes green: introducing llamas as lawn mowers!

04.01.2024 | Office of Llama Landscaping

Starting next month, a team of specially trained llamas will be brought in to graze the lawns and keep the grass at the perfect height.

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Henry Dalton BS’24 creates Willamette’s Fungi Project while studying the species’ possibilities for the future

04.02.2024 | Linda Lenhoff

Henry Dalton BS’24 pioneers the Willamette Fungi Project, exploring the potential of fungi for medicine. His approach showcases the world of mycology.

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A life lived for family

04.03.2024 | Sarah Bello

Remembering Haley Finney, a law student and advocate for justice who battled ovarian cancer. Her legacy inspires future law students at Willamette University.

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Empowered by a dual degree, Gianna Marchese BA’22, MBA’23 lands an impressive role at Warner Bros.

04.03.2024 | Melanie Moyer

While many in Hollywood are still recovering from pandemic-era closures and setbacks from the summer of strikes, Marchese landed a job promoting big-name films.

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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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Remembering Jerry E. Hudson, Willamette University’s 18th President

04.04.2024 | Paul McKean

During his 17-year tenure, Hudson spearheaded an era of growth and modernization at Willamette, making his presidency one of the most impactful in the school's history.

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Leilani Luu BFA’26 bridges the arts and business across two campuses

04.04.2024 | Jackson Garrett BA’26

A student-athlete, artist, and student taking classes at Willamette’s Portland and Salem campuses, Luu is pursuing a fulfilling — and full — college experience.

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Eight to be honored at Willamette’s 2024 Alumni Awards

04.05.2024 | Abby Kahl BA'05

Join Willamette University's Alumni Awards ceremony on May 18, 2024, honoring a renowned playwright, a DEI professional, a former Fortune 100 CEO and more.

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Accomplishing Dreams in the Pacific Northwest

04.17.2024 | Jessica Rotter

Madeline Hueske JD’24 discusses her love of the Pacific Northwest and passion for studying law

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Anelise Zimmer BA’16 plays an important role in protecting coastal ecosystems in her position with the Pew Charitable Trusts

04.17.2024 | Linda Lenhoff

Zimmer focuses on coastal wetlands and helping international players address climate change.

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Environmental Science major spends a summer in the Harvard Forest

04.17.2024 | Melanie Moyer

An active member of the Growing Oaks Team, Isabella Stone BS’24 has a special place in her heart for preserving the nation’s forests.

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Artist Demian DinéYazhi´ BFA’14 reimagines the future in piece selected for the 2024 Whitney Biennial

04.18.2024 | Linda Lenhoff

The PNCA grad received awards for their thesis, Bury My Art At Wounded Knee: Blood and Guts in the Art School Industrial Complex, and a decade later continues to create challenging pieces with a global reach.

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Karol Orozco MBA’22, MS’23 pairs business and data skills with people-centered values to lead TriMet to a more just future

04.18.2024 | Melanie Moyer

A community leader, immigrant, and mother of two, Orozco uses her two degrees to bolster her professional aspirations.

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Career Development Office helps Elana Greenberg BA’21, MS’22 land her dream job at Hewlett Packard

04.18.2024 | Linda Lenhoff

After earning two degrees from Willamette, Greenberg consulted with Career Development to help her find job search success post-pandemic.

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Willamette students showcase scholarly excellence and creativity

04.23.2024 | Paul McKean

During Student Scholarship Recognition Day and Focus Week, students presented research, exhibited thesis projects, and celebrated a community of scholarship.

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Willamette Law launches innovative new Immigrant Justice Scholars program

04.25.2024 | Jessica Rotter

Willamette Law introduces a groundbreaking new initiative to encourage and educate students interested in public interest immigration law.

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Art and design powerhouse PNCA breathes life into First Thursday events

04.30.2024 | University Communications

PNCA, the Pacific Northwest's leading art and design school, invites the public to join special programming to close out its First Thursdays participation with its final event of the season on May 2.

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