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Ellis poses with his new book on Sept. 29, 2025. Photo by Jack Godsil. Released in February, Willamette professor Richard Ellis' latest book seeks to tackle the question: What do presidents actually have the power to do?  Ellis has taught political science at Willamette University for 35 years. Throughout his lengthy career, he has published an array of books and textbooks, focusing on the history of the American presidency and American political culture. His newest publicati

Students planting oak saplings during Willamette University's Oak Fest on Oct. 3, 2025. Photo by Mac Childers. Even parents could be found meandering with Willamette students and other community members to celebrate the fourth annual “Oak Fest” from Oct. 2-5. This year’s Fest, an event organized by Growing Oaks, covered a wide range of events such as an ecological tour of Bush Pasture Park, a potluck dinner presenting a natural dye workshop with oak materials, and a winery sh

Professor Mike Chasar answers a question about his song analysis during a lecture on “The Poetry of Bob Dylan” in Willamette University's Rogers Music Hall on Oct. 1, 2025. Photo by Mac Childers. Brought together by a shared passion for the work of renowned American singer-songwriter Bob Dylan, professor Mike Chasar welcomed Willamette professors James Miley and Erik Noftle, as well as Western Oregon University professor Dr. Ryan Topper, for a book release party and discussio