On Feb. 1 each year, we celebrate the people, traditions, community, and impact of Willamette University with Willamette Day — the anniversary of the university's founding in 1842.
This year, Bearcats marked Willamette Day with sweets, spirit, and style. Here are some photos from the day's celebrations.
Students grabbed swag from a table outside of Goudy — showing off their Willamette pride with shirts and stickers.
Others participated in the Willamette Day Cake Crawl as cupcakes were enjoyed at stations across campus.
On their way to lunch, groups of students took a moment to share their love of Willamette.
The 2026 celebration marked 184 years of Willamette University's mission and motto.
To Bearcats across campus and around the world: happy Willamette Day! Non nobis solum nati sumus.
