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For almost 200 years, Willamette has helped students turn their knowledge into action — right in the heart of the Pacific Northwest.

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The Obama Foundation announced that Willamette University junior Joshua Torres BA’27 has been selected to receive The Voyager Scholarship, more formally known as The Obama-Chesky Scholarship for Public Service

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Obama Foundation awards Willamette University student the prestigious Obama-Chesky Scholarship for Public Service
The goal of the Voyager Scholarship to broaden future leaders' worldview and sense of service is well aligned with Willamette University.
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October 16, 2025 at 9:22 PM
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Willamette University lands among the best liberal arts colleges in the nation on the U.S. News and World Report’s “best college” list for 2026.

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Willamette named a top national liberal arts college by U.S. News
On the annual “best college” list, Willamette University ranked highly in value, social mobility, and undergraduate business programs.
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September 25, 2025 at 7:39 PM
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From Seattle to Shanghai, Willamette students and recent graduates spent the summer traveling the country and the world finding ways to learn, lead, create, and discover.

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Students off break: a summer of turning knowledge into action at Willamette
From Seattle to Shanghai, Willamette students and recent graduates spent the summer traveling the country and the world finding ways to learn, lead, create, and discover.
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September 15, 2025 at 7:06 PM
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The Office of Student Engagement & Leadership hosted the Fall Activities Expo & Civic Engagement Campus Partners Fair!

It was a great opportunity for students to learn about all the amazing options for getting involved and engaged as a Willamette student.
September 10, 2025 at 3:55 PM
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Willamette University has partnered with Clackamas Community College to create a streamlined process for students to continue their education at Willamette after completing a two-year degree.

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Willamette University expands transfer program to Clackamas Community College to reduce barriers to a four-year degree
Willamette partners with Clackamas Community College and continues to lead the way in providing pathways toward success for community college students.
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September 2, 2025 at 6:13 PM
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Happy first day of classes, Bearcats! 🐾☕🍩

To celebrate the start of the semester, the Marketing Office and the Office of Student Engagement & Leadership (SEAL) hosted coffee, donuts, and a back-to-school photo booth. 📸

Here’s to a great year ahead, let’s make it one to remember! 🎉
August 27, 2025 at 10:09 PM
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Wednesday was move-in day for our newest Bearcats, and we know what a big decision it is to choose a college. Thank you for trusting Willamette to be part of your student’s journey. 💛
We’re excited to see all they will accomplish and can’t wait to cheer them on as they begin orientation this week!
August 22, 2025 at 5:06 PM
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Experience Willamette from anywhere with our new Virtual Tour!

Explore campus spaces at your own pace and imagine yourself as part of our community.

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July 30, 2025 at 5:43 PM
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Over 700 Bearcats returned to Salem for Alumni Reunion Weekend.

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Bearcats come home to Willamette for Alumni Reunion Weekend
Throughout the weekend, over 700 Bearcats celebrated lifetimes of connection to Willamette University.
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July 18, 2025 at 4:15 PM
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Big news from Dunedin! Professor Joe Bowersox, Dempsey Chair in Environmental Science, led 19 Willamette students on a transformative study abroad experience in New Zealand, exploring climate change through hands-on fieldwork in zoology, ecology, and geology. 🌏

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Zoology hosts United States academics on teaching programmes
New teaching pilot programmes are being trialled by two United States-based visiting academics in the Department of Zoology for Semester One.
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June 12, 2025 at 10:06 PM
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On May 18, more than 3,500 family members, friends, mentors, and supporters joined Willamette’s Class of 2025 to celebrate the graduates’ achievements during commencement ceremonies held in Salem and Portland.

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Willamette University honors the Class of 2025
At Willamette’s annual spring commencement ceremonies, newly-minted graduates received their charge: to build a more just, sustainable, and humane world.
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June 5, 2025 at 9:12 PM
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🏌️MATCH DAY!
Men's Golf is at the DIII Championship
📍 Penfield, New York
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May 22, 2025 at 3:05 PM
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🎽MEET DAY!
Men's Track & Field is at the DIII Championship
📍 Geneva, Ohio
🕛 2:45pm
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May 22, 2025 at 4:05 PM
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In the classroom, Tenley Grant BA’25 turned a public health thesis into a tool for positive change. And along the way, she found her voice and used it to make Willamette better for everyone.

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Tenley Grant BA’25 | Willamette University Stories
The Track and Field star has used her knowledge of public health to speak out on behalf of her fellow students. Learn more about her accomplishments at WU!
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May 22, 2025 at 8:26 PM
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In times of economic instability, graduating Willamette students and other job seekers should strive to go into the search process informed and patient, while staying true to themselves.

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Preparing for career success in an uncertain economy
In times of economic instability, graduating Willamette students and other job seekers should strive to go into the search process informed and patient, while staying true to themselves.
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May 8, 2025 at 11:53 PM
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Faculty across Willamette’s five schools find ways to use artificial intelligence to enhance learning and critical thinking while maintaining educational integrity.

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Willamette faculty prepare students for an AI-integrated future
Faculty across Willamette’s five schools find ways to use artificial intelligence to enhance learning and critical thinking while maintaining educational integrity.
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April 28, 2025 at 4:03 PM
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Laulea Miike's #pollen #conservation #internship
@ntbgarden.bsky.social helps preserve the endangered plant species, Ochrosia kauaiensis ( #Apocynaceae ), on Kauaʻi!

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Student research helps preserve endangered plant species on Kaua’i
With funding and faculty support from Willamette, Laulea Miike BS’27 conducts essential conservation research on her home island.
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April 17, 2025 at 10:08 PM
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The Managing Partner of a world-renowned architecture firm, an international performer, and a decorated airline captain are among this year’s honorees at Willamette’s Alumni Awards on June 14, 2025.

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Seven to be honored at Willamette’s 2025 Alumni Awards
The Managing Partner of a world-renowned architecture firm, an international performer, and a decorated airline captain are among this year’s honorees at Willamette’s Alumni Awards on June 14, 2025.
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March 24, 2025 at 8:06 PM
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Willamette was one of three in the Pacific Northwest and the only institution in Oregon to receive the distinction. #Fulbright

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Willamette University recognized as a top producer of Fulbright U.S. Scholars
Willamette was one of three in the Pacific Northwest and the only institution in Oregon to receive the distinction.
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March 13, 2025 at 9:16 PM
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Spring is right around the corner, and we are excited to welcome admitted students to visit campus! Here are the dates for our Bearcat Days.

Friday, March 14, 2025
Friday, April 4, 2025
Friday, April 18, 2025

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February 25, 2025 at 12:22 AM
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It looks like our snowy Salem wonderland has returned to its usual, rainy self. Let's enjoy the change and get ready to welcome spring! 🌧️ ❄️ 🌸

Thank you for the photos Joe Tracy
February 17, 2025 at 8:40 PM
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Calling all future Bearcats. 📣 We're extending the deadline for all competitive scholarship applications until February 14th!

Application links are located in students' applicant status portals under "Competitive Scholarships".
February 7, 2025 at 8:59 PM
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I had a great visit at @willametteu.bsky.social, where I met with President Thorsett & learned about key programs—including Oregon’s only immigration law clinic. It was inspiring to meet faculty & students whose work will have a positive impact on families in #OR06 & across our state.
February 4, 2025 at 9:58 PM
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Congratulations to @willametteu.bsky.social on being named one of the best Master’s in Data Science programs in the country by @fortune.com!

This is a HUGE achievement, and I’m proud that our #OR06 institutions continue to lead the way through education.
Fortune names Willamette on ‘Best Master’s in Data Science Programs in 2024’ list
Once again, Willamette University’s Masters in Data Science program was the only program in Oregon and the Pacific Northwest to make the cut.
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February 5, 2025 at 6:45 PM
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Sustainable timber maintained and harvested by Willamette University students and faculty makes a mark on #Portland’s beloved airport.

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Portland airport’s remodel rooted in Willamette’s forest
Sustainable timber maintained and harvested by Willamette University students and faculty makes a mark on Portland’s beloved airport.
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February 4, 2025 at 5:02 PM