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Martha Springer Garden
Written by Lilly Thies, Class of 2026 Tucked behind Sparks Athletic Center, The Martha Springer Botanical Garden is an idyllic yet easily overlooked corner of campus. Newly revitalized in Summer 2025, it is home to many species of interesting and beautiful plants, many of which are native to Oregon. The garden is a lush and…
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Phi Delta Theta
Written by Lilly Thies, Class of 2026 The role of sororities and fraternities in the context of a liberal arts education has been frequently debated in recent years, especially when it comes to small private schools like Willamette. The history of Greek life at Willamette is one that spans more than 100 years, and has…
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WU Literary Magazines, 1965-Present
Written by Lilly Thies, Class of 2026 In Spring of 2025, Willamette’s literary magazine The Mill launched their annual publication with a reading in the Writing Center, where writers, artists, editorial staff, and friends were invited to be in community, hear writers read their work, and celebrate the 60th year since the founding of Willamette’s…