News
ISSUE 25 | 04/18/18
Donation creates homeless shelter in Portland
by Natalie Roadarmel
Columbia CEO Tim Boyle has just announced that he will be donating $1.5 million towards a new homeless shelter in Portland. This shelter will hold 100 beds and will offer the homeless a place to eat, sleep, do laundry, bathe and have access to health and social services. It will be located under the Broadway Bridge, and… read more
SBAC plans discussed
by Quinlyn Manfull
Trump’s personal lawyer under investigation
by Sophie Smith
Budget cuts eliminate CSL director position
by Heather Pearson
ASWU Report
by Benjamin Love
ISSUE 24 | 04/11/18
Black activists’ legacies live on
by Heather Pearson
Last week, the United States and South Africa mourned the 90th birthday of the late Maya Angelou and the recent death of Winnie Madikizela-Mandela. Two famous and complex black activists, the passing of each carries differing… read more
Annual Green Fund receives record amount of grant proposals
by Natalie Roadarmel
Willamette tuition set to increase by four percent
by Heather Pearson
China & US embark on potential trade war
by Quinlyn Manfull
ASWU Report
by Benjamin Love
ISSUE 23 | 04/04/18
Professors promoted, given tenure
by Kellen Bulger
Just last month it was announced that nine WU faculty members would be receiving tenure and/or promotions from the university. The decision to promote and give tenure to WU faculty members is one that is made every semester and approved by President Thorsett and the Board of Trustees. When a professor that is a part of a university receives tenure or… read more
African countries sign free trade agreements
by Quinlyn Manfull
UN emphasizes Climate Change
by Heather Pearson
Full house for the gubernatorial elections
by Natalie Roadarmel
ASWU creates student portal
by Gianni Marabella
ASWU Report
by Claire Matthews-Lingen
ISSUE 22 | 03/21/18
WU community and nation say #Enough!
by Ryleigh Norgrove & Sophie Smith
In a gun control debate often dominated by defeatism, words spoken at Willamette’s Walkout: #Enough! last Wednesday offered a welcome message of hope. “There’s good news out there,” said Reverend Dr. Deb Patterson, a clergywoman and Willamette mother who spoke before the walkout. “Young people like you… read more
City of Salem cracks down on homeless camps
by Matthew Taylor
Trump Administration sues california over sanctuary laws
by Heather Pearson
Myanmar Government Rejects UN Findings
by Quinlyn Manfull
ASWU Report
by Benjamin Love
ISSUE 21 | 03/14/18
by Quinlyn Manfull
This past week, Google revealed that it had received requests to remove 2.4 million web addresses from its search engines following the 2017 European Court of Justice’s ruling that people have… read more
ASWU proposes amendments to their constitution
by Gianni Marabella
Emails show that oil extraction was main motivation in…
by Kellen Bulger
Student input required in tuition hikes at OR universities
by Ryleigh Norgrove
ASWU Report
by Claire Matthews-Lingen
ISSUE 20 | 03/07/18
Bearcat pantry exemplifies student altruism
by Julia Di Simone
This Monday marked the opening of Willamette’s student-run food pantry. Located in Shepard House, the pantry is open Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays from 9am to 5pm. Students are encouraged to… read more
Oregon lawmakers act on the call for gun control
by Natalie Roadarmel
KWU Show “Wistory” Tells Diverse Alumni Stories
by Heather Pearson
Florida survivors refuse to be silenced after tragedy
by Matthew Taylor
ASWU Report
by Claire Matthews-Lingen
ISSUE 19 | 02/28/18
Leadership shifts in South Africa
by Natalie Roadarmel
“No life should be lost in my name and also the ANC should never be divided in my name,” Zuma stated during a nationally televised political address. “I have therefore come to the decision to resign as President of the republic… read more
Hospital renovations to address long wait-times
by Jordan Degalia
OR legislature discusses healthcare for all
by Kellen Bulger
WU prepares second Day of Service
by Heather Pearson
Spanish language debate team win big coast to coast
by Quinlyn Manfull
ASWU Report
by Ben Love
ISSUE 18 | 02/21/18
ELGL puts focus on local government
by Matthew Taylor
On Friday afternoon, a group of civic leaders who hold positions in local governments across the country came to Willamette for the first ever to host an event called “Inspiring Local Government Careers”, hosted by the advocacy group… read more
WU Unplugged starts up on campus
by Natalie Roadarmel
Trans student federal protections ending
by Heather Pearson
J.S. Bach’s Goldberg Variations being performed on Friday
by Sophie Smith
Hundreds demonstrate at Capitol for passing of emissions cap
by Kellen Bulger
Bishop discussion at ASWU meeting
by Ben Love
ISSUE 17 | 02/14/18
Sustainability conference inspires students
by Natalie Roadarmel
This past week, eighteen Willamette students had the opportunity to attend a regional sustainability conference in Portland. WOHESC (Washingtion Oregon Higher Education Sustainability Conference) is a conference dedicated to… read more
Eating for liberation creates food for thought
by Heather Pearson
Sanctions on Russia revoked
by Matthew Taylor
American companies attempt to internalize healthcare
by Kellen Bulger
Title IX lawsuit creates new women’s lacrosse team
by Julia Di Simone
ASWU discusses new Bishop plan
by Claire Matthews-Lingen
ISSUE 16 | 02/07/18
University proposes to restore Bishop services
by Gianni Marabella
Yesterday, the University announced a plan to raise the student wellness fee from $100 per year to $310 to allow Bishop Wellness Center to provide both mental and physical health services again in the 2018-2019 academic year. If the proposal is put into action, students will once again be able to access… read more
Humans force Earth into its sixth major extinction
by Ben Newman
“Consent is” campaign
by Heather Pearson
Salem’s rapidly growing homeless population
by Natalie Roadarmel
WU President attends ASWU
by Ben Love
ISSUE 15 | 01/31/18
White house tariff targets renewables
by Kellen Bulger
Last week, President Trump imposed a tariff on foreign imported solar panels and washing machines. This move was in part to keep good on his platform surrounding the support of American businesses. U.S. Trade Representative Robert Lighthizer… read more
Audit shows how OR is vulnerable to “the big one”
by Natalie Roadarmel
Oregon Democrats see large win in healthcare battle
by Matthew Taylor
ASP students coming to WU
by Sophie Smith
Olympians take a stand against Nassar
by Heather Pearson
Title IX discussion at ASWU meeting
by Claire Matthews-Lingen
ISSUE 14 | 01/24/18
Transfer Student-Athlete Previously Found Responsible for Sexual Misconduct Now Attends Willamette
by Holly Walsh & Heather Pearson
This fall, Willamette admitted a student-athlete found responsible of a sexual misconduct charge at his previous university. This occurrence comes in the midst of nationwide dialogue over the prevalence of sexual assault everywhere from Hollywood to the Oregon State Capitol… read more
Widespread Obama era regulation cuts take effect
by Kellen Bulger
This is not a drill, ballistic missile threat sends Hawaii into shock
by Natalie Roadarmel
Birth tourism and Trump’s immigration
by Jarod Todeschi
ISSUE 13 | 12/6/17
Re-lighting of Star Trees begins holiday season
by Natalie Roadarmel
If you were to ask any student on campus, it is a given that they would be able to explain what the Star Trees are and where they are planted. The Star Trees have a commanding and important presence on campus, representing the history of the University as well as all that is to come. Although the Star Trees… read more
President Trump’s controversial travel ban resurfaces
by Gianni Marabella
North Korea continues nuclear testing
by William Gupton
ASWU report
by Claire Mathews-Lingen
ISSUE 9 | 11/1/17
Xi Jinping and China’s move to world leader
by Jessica Weiss
In a move seen as unprecedented since the time of Mao Zedong, founder of modern Communist China, Chinese president Xi Jinping has incorporated “Xi Jinping Thought” into the Chinese constitution… read more
Willamette sees faculty members moving on
by Matthew Taylor
Oregon Senator accused of sexual assault in Capitol
by Natalie Roadarmel
ASWU covers clubs and Bishop, welcomes new senator
by Ben Love
Office of Community Service Learning partners with Mission of Hope
by Matthew Taylor
ISSUE 8 | 10/25/17
Scientists observe Neutron Star collision for first-time
by Heather Pearson
Scientists announced on Monday that they have detected the collision of two dead stars for the first time in human history… read more
Salem Progressive Film Series opens local discussion to students
by Natalie Roadarmel
University provides tuition benefits to employees
by Matthew Taylor
President Trump speaks at the anti-LGBTQ Family Research Council’s Summit
by Kellen Bulger
ISSUE 7 | 10/18/17
Slam poet celebrates Coming Out Day
by Heather Pearson
Queer spoken word poet Katie Wirsing performed last Wednesday night in celebration of National Coming Out Day (NCOD). Recognizing LGBTQ+ and gender nonconforming folks, this day falls on Oct. 11 every year and marks a time of celebration… read more
City of Salem paying as much as $61.8 million for new police facility
by Kellen Bulger
Julia Ioffe aids in understanding what Russia wants
by Maggie Chapin
Backlash on new Oregon anti-gun law
by Natalie Roadarmel
A life of support and service: Remembering Maribeth Collins
by Matthew Taylor
ISSUE 6 | 10/11/17
Budget allocates money to athletics facilities in Title IX compliance
by Heather Pearson
Willamette is allocating roughly 2.5 million dollars toward capital projects for athletic facilities to increase compliance with Title IX requirements for female athletes. An expected 1.7 million will be put toward improvements of Sparks Field, $500,000 to locker rooms in McCulloch Stadium and $140,000 towards Sparks Fitness Center locker room changes… read more
Willamette makes list of top schools sending students to Teach for America
by Kellen Bulger
Hallie Ford Museum of Art showcases exhibits from around the globe
by Matthew Taylor
Students learn about restoration efforts in Zena Forest
by Natalie Roadarmel
ISSUE 5 | 10/4/17
Oregon implements new distracted driving law
by Heather Pearson
On October 1st, Oregon’s new distracted driving law began taking effect. It is now illegal to use or hold any electronic device while driving, including cell phones, GPS’s, laptops or tablets. Under these new regulations, drivers face stricter rules, higher fines for disobeying the law and possible jail time for… read more
Student-led radio station begins broadcasting
by Gianni Marabella
Locally grown foods at Goudy
by Natalie Roadarmel
Ethnic cleansing in Myanmar creates refugee crisis
by Jessica Weiss
