Diversityhttp://willamette.edu/news/categories/diversity/index.rssWed, 18 Sep 2024 01:23:10 -0700Cascade Serverwebmaster@willamette.eduWillamette University among top liberal arts colleges on U.S. News and World Report’s ‘best college’ listhttp://willamette.edu/news/library/2023/10/us-news-2023.htmlThe university was named one of the top three liberal arts colleges in the Pacific Northwest for the fifth year in a row and excelled in “social mobility” and “best value” categories.Fri, 13 Oct 2023 09:00:00 -0700DiversityCivic LifeMottoUndergraduateStaffProspective StudentsAlumniFacultyFriendsStudentsMediaParentsCampusFeatured EventsUniversity Communicationshttp://willamette.edu/news/1aba6b4b9e6864933bc78f86aa8cf8e7Willamette University’s The Conversation Project celebrates diversity through storytelling and music at The Immigrant Story Livehttp://willamette.edu/news/library/2023/10/immigrant-story.htmlThe event will be filled with storytelling and music that honors the diverse members of the community in hopes of spreading understanding and acceptance.Tue, 10 Oct 2023 09:00:00 -0700MottoCivic LifeDiversityUndergraduateMediaAlumniProspective StudentsParentsStaffFacultyFriendsStudentsCampusFeatured EventsUniversity Communicationshttp://willamette.edu/news/1a7fd0e79e6864933bc78f868c80b05cHispanic Heritage Month: Q&A with Nairobi Aguilar JD'25http://willamette.edu/news/library/2023/09/latinx-heritage-month-2023.htmlIn recognition of Hispanic Heritage Month (also known as Latinx/e Heritage Month), Willamette University asked Nairobi Aguilar JD'24, president of the Latinx Law Student Association, about why the month is meaningful. Thu, 14 Sep 2023 12:00:00 -0700Student LifeDiversityLawUniversity Communicationshttp://willamette.edu/news/947165179e68649358f9f398b9186f0fCamille Mercier MBA’09 earns her “seat at the table”http://willamette.edu/news/library/2023/09/camille-mercier.htmlWith a Willamette MBA in hand, Mercier makes history as the first female CEO of Spirit Mountain Casino. Tue, 05 Sep 2023 12:00:00 -0700DiversityMBAAlumniFeatured AlumniMBAUniversity Communicationshttp://willamette.edu/news/433915999e68649358f9f39882f03bffWillamette University receives grant from Howard Hughes Medical Institute to advance inclusion in STEMhttp://willamette.edu/news/library/2023/02/hhmi-grant.htmlThe grant will support Willamette’s ongoing efforts to create inclusive and equitable learning environments for STEM students. Tue, 28 Feb 2023 00:00:00 -0800ResearchƵDiversityDistinguished FacultyUndergraduatehttp://willamette.edu/news/5c0f9a4d9e686493087294dcbdb4578d'The Conversation Project' prepares students for crucial dialogueshttp://willamette.edu/news/library/2022/11/conversation-project-crucial-dialogues.htmlWillamette professors recognized the need for active listening and constructive discourse at this divisive historical moment.Tue, 08 Nov 2022 00:00:00 -0800Distinguished FacultyCollaborationDiversityUndergraduatehttp://willamette.edu/news/545f163b9e6864935e19e6c90d74107fOctober is Domestic Violence Awareness Monthhttp://willamette.edu/news/library/2021/09/october-domestic-violence-awareness.htmlJoin us in supporting survivors and raising awareness during Domestic Violence Awareness Month (DVAM) at Willamette University. Be sure to wear purple!Thu, 30 Sep 2021 00:00:00 -0700Story Centerhttp://willamette.edu/news/37e8ebb19e6864936377085f2e8c8d23Celebrate Hispanic and Latinx Heritage Monthhttp://willamette.edu/news/library/2021/09/hispanic-latinx-heritage-month.htmlJoin the celebration of Hispanic and Latinx Heritage Month from Sept. 15 - Oct. 15. Explore rich histories, contributions, and educational resources.Wed, 22 Sep 2021 00:00:00 -0700Undergraduatehttp://willamette.edu/news/0df0bffb9e6864936377085fa52c92f5Willamette ranks high for LGBTQ-inclusive effortshttp://willamette.edu/news/library/2021/09/campus-pride-index.htmlWillamette was among 10 universities nationwide recognized for positive policies, programs and programs for LGBTQ youth. Wed, 01 Sep 2021 00:00:00 -0700DiversityHomepageProspective Studentshttp://willamette.edu/news/9d7065cf9e6864936377085f8ef37a14Campus leadership, experiential learning strengthen grad’s future in healthcare http://willamette.edu/news/library/2021/04/noelle-medina-cas.htmlNoelle Medina ’21, a recent Willamette University graduate, is poised to make a difference with a commitment to community and inclusivity within their communityFri, 30 Apr 2021 12:00:00 -0700Student LifeƵDiversityColleges That Change LivesUndergraduateExercise ƵCampus RecreationStudent AffairsWillamette AcademyBistrohttp://willamette.edu/news/d100b0089e6864936377085fb34f06a4Willamette University College of Law Faculty adopts Statement on Racism, Hate, and Violencehttp://willamette.edu/news/library/2021/04/faculty-statement-on-racism-hate-and-violence.htmlThe Willamette Law faculty acknowledges the college's historic obligation to eradicate racism, hatred and violence and calls for action to achieve that end.Thu, 22 Apr 2021 10:00:00 -0700Distinguished FacultyDiversityLawhttp://willamette.edu/news/f06dbd1b9e6864936377085f8f08123cUniversity Chaplain Karen Wood to retire in Julyhttp://willamette.edu/news/library/2021/03/karen-wood-retires.htmlAfter two decades of devoted service, Chaplain Karen Wood's retirement leaves a profound impact on the Willamette community. She reflects on her lasting legacy.Mon, 22 Mar 2021 00:00:00 -0700Distinguished FacultyDiversityUndergraduateChaplainsStudent Affairshttp://willamette.edu/news/228b74639e6864936377085f191a689bAlumna builds bridges to a healthier futurehttp://willamette.edu/news/library/2019/07/victoria-black-horse-medical-school.htmlMedical resident Victoria Black Horse ’13 laid her foundation for medical school at Willamette University and continues to mentor Native American students entering the field. Mon, 01 Jul 2019 15:00:00 -0700CollaborationColleges That Change LivesƵMottoDiversityUndergraduateStory CenterI AmBiologyPre-healthAnthropologyAlumni and Parent RelationsMulticultural Affairshttp://willamette.edu/news/af5c4c629e6864935d73530fd20f6760Representing diversity and fighting for more equitable resources in schoolshttp://willamette.edu/news/library/2019/05/raul-marquez-runs-for-school-board.htmlFirst-year student is among youngest candidates ever to run for Salem-Keizer School Board. Wed, 08 May 2019 00:00:00 -0700Student LifeCivic LifeDiversityMottoColleges That Change LivesStory CenterUndergraduateI AmProspective StudentsStudent Involvementhttp://willamette.edu/news/741fcefa9e6864935d73530faba68a90Hawai’i Club presents 30th Lū’auhttp://willamette.edu/news/library/2019/04/luau-photo-gallery.htmlWillamette’s Hawai’i Club celebrated its 30th lu’au, themed "Nā One Hānau: The Sands of Our Birth," honoring Hawai’i's sacred lands and cultural heritage.Tue, 30 Apr 2019 17:20:00 -0700GlobalTraditionsDiversityStudent LifeUndergraduateStory CenterMulticultural Affairshttp://willamette.edu/news/707205689e6864935d73530ff4173c21Museum welcomes Spanish speakers to new ceramics exhibit http://willamette.edu/news/library/2019/04/george-rodriguez-hfma.htmlExperience "George Rodriguez: Embellished Narratives" at Hallie Ford Museum of Art. A ceramics-only show featuring 41 works including a gargantuan mariachi bandTue, 23 Apr 2019 14:00:00 -0700DiversityArtsStory CenterHallie Ford Museum of Arthttp://willamette.edu/news/27f582279e6864935d73530f5ddbb27dGenerations gather for Social Pow wowhttp://willamette.edu/news/library/2019/03/social-powwow-2019.htmlExperience the culture of Native Americans at Willamette University's annual Social Pow wow, featuring spirited dancing, regalia, food, and arts and crafts.Wed, 20 Mar 2019 00:00:00 -0700DiversityTraditionsStory CenterSociologyHistoryNative American Advisory CouncilAssociated Students of Willamette Universityhttp://willamette.edu/news/4f54e07a9e6864935d73530fd0db600dOregon governors explore inclusion and overcoming challengeshttp://willamette.edu/news/library/2019/03/santos-diversity-law-series-2019.htmlLaw students bring Oregon governors to share experiences for Women’s History Month in diversity speaker series.Wed, 13 Mar 2019 00:00:00 -0700DiversityCivic LifeStory CenterLawMasters in LawJD-MBABA-JD3+3 LawJ.W. Long Law LibraryStudent Involvementhttp://willamette.edu/news/5a4aff909e6864935d73530f60e3a074Remembering Norma Paulus LLB’62, Oregon’s first woman secretary of state http://willamette.edu/news/library/2019/03/remembering-norma-paulus-2019.htmlNorma J. Paulus, a Willamette College of Law graduate, leaves behind a legacy of advocacy for women’s rights, education, and environmental protection. Wed, 06 Mar 2019 00:00:00 -0800Colleges That Change LivesDiversityMottoArtsCivic LifeI AmLawPre-law3+3 LawJD-MBAJ.W. Long Law LibraryAlumni and Parent Relationshttp://willamette.edu/news/4b3904179e6864935d73530fabf9d696Statement on UMC General Conference 2019http://willamette.edu/news/library/2019/02/thorsett-update.htmlPresident Thorsett responds to the United Methodist Church’s decision not to embrace full inclusion of LGBTQ members and leaders.Wed, 27 Feb 2019 13:00:00 -0800DiversityStory CenterChaplainsPresident’s Officehttp://willamette.edu/news/30d0ce2f9e6864935d73530f1ab55228