Faith leaders in Salem say the university’s decision to cut its spiritual life office will kneecap interfaith work focused on peace and understanding across Salem.
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Willamette law dean leaving for new job in Connecticut
Brian Gallini successfully pushed for a new way for attorneys to get licensed during his four years as dean of Willamette University’s law school. He starts a new job in July at Connecticut’s Quinnipiac University.
Network access blocked at Willamette University after “cybersecurity incident”
Willamette University officials on Friday provided little information about a cybersecurity issue that shut down internet access on campus three days earlier. They gave no estimate for when the network would be restored.
Willamette, Chemeketa start partnership to make college transfers easier
Each year, close to a dozen students transfer from Chemeketa Community College to Willamette University. Making the switch will be easier with the new Bearcat Pathway program.
New book reveals Willamette Valley Indigenous History
Dr. David Lewis will discuss his latest book, “Tribal Histories of the Willamette Valley,” at a Willamette University signing on Monday, Nov. 20.
Alternative to bar exam approved in landmark Oregon Supreme Court decision
Law school graduates in Oregon can now submit a portfolio of their work for an evaluation to become licensed attorneys. The new path is an alternative to the bar exam, a change the leader of Willamette University’s College of Law has pushed for years.
“In the Deep” explores grief, resiliency in world premiere at Willamette
A new musical written, composed and directed by three Willamette University alumni opens Thursday night.
Willamette adds new college focused on data and computer science
Willamette’s new computer science school will differ from programs at larger universities with a focus on ethics and the human implications of technology woven into the curriculum, Dean Jameson Watts said.
Sample Japanese food, music and arts in free Saturday festival
Sakura Matsuri is a Japanese celebration that translates to “cherry blossom tree festival.” Willamette University students will host a free event on Saturday, April 8, featuring food, games, crafts and performances.
Free showing set for ‘Buffalo Soldiers’ that highlights erased history
The film “Buffalo Soldiers: Fighting on Two Fronts” explores the legacy of Black American soldiers in conflicts throughout the nation’s history. A Thursday, Feb. 9, screening at Willamette University is free and open to the public.
