
Passion & Purpose
New Directions
Shana Cooper '99 founded her own theatre company, earned her MFA from Yale School of Drama and directs plays on both coasts. Now she returns to Willamette to direct "The Conference of the Birds."


Passion & Purpose
Artistic Expressions
To broaden people's definitions of art, students Ben Martin '16 and Emma Jonas '15 are bringing two exhibitions to campus this month.


Global Perspective
Breath of Heaven, Breath of Earth
The Hallie Ford Museum of Art celebrates its 15th anniversary by showcasing objects representing the world's oldest civilizations.


Summer Experiences
Research with a View
A Willamette grant sent Caroline Brinster ’16 to the Columbia River Gorge to collect data on behalf of a nonprofit.


Summer Experiences
On-the-job Training
From marketing to peer counseling, three Willamette students share the lessons they learned through their summer internships in San Francisco.

College of Liberal Arts
Fostering Intellectual Curiosity and Achievement
Willamette educates 1,800 enterprising, high-achieving undergraduates in the College of Liberal Arts. We are nationally recognized for leadership in sustainability and our focus on social responsibility — qualities that reflect our Northwest values and our deeply held motto, "Not unto ourselves alone are we born."
Our rigorous academic program will help you develop your talents in an environment that cultivates creativity, critical thinking and a global perspective. Willamette professors are celebrated teachers and noted scholars who — above all else — are committed to your success. As a Willamette graduate, you will be equipped to succeed and be accountable to yourself, your community and the future.
Highlights
WU students tour India Henry Harrison '13 and Shannon Waltz '14 share insights into heath care reform efforts for women and young children.
Hughes appointed to AGB board Trustee and alumna Mary K. Hughes JD’74 joins the leading college governance association board.
WU professors share life stories Professors Courtney Stevens, Chris Smith and Joyce Millen dispense advice to students at convocation.
Alumni Weekend refuels Bearcat pride Class reunions, tours and panel discussions awaited those who attended Alumni Weekend Sept. 20-21.
Gone Fishin' Biology professor David Craig shows students the relationship between evolution and hunting techniques through a fishing expedition.
Featured Events
Artist: Keith Dull
Aug 26 – Dec 13 [Details]
Breath of Heaven, Breath of Earth
Aug 31 – Dec 22 [Details]
Theatre: Conference of the Birds
Sep 27 – Oct 12 [Details]
Family Weekend
Oct 11 – 13 [Details]
Atkinson Lecture Series: Brian Greene
Nov 14 [Details]
In the Media
Museum series tells ancient stories
Statesman Journal (Sep 26)
Atomic bombing survivors visit
Statesman Journal (Sep 19)
Davidson explains motion to disqualify
OPB (Sep 17)
Governor appoints alumni justices
Office of the Governor (Sep 16)



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