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Larry and Kathy met in 1977 as freshmen at ��ɳ���� University. They had several core classes together, and would often spend time with a group of mutual friends. During their sophomore year, Larry asked Kathy to study for a library skills test that was part of their writing course. They didn’t end up studying at all that evening but that night they began their decades-long relationship. 

Chascity-Mae Sarmiento ’19 designed a social work project using animals to help kids.

Autumn Davis MBA ’19, Breanne Davis ’16, OT ’19, and Carmel Nichol ’16, MSW ’17 completed a family triple play when Breanne was awarded her doctorate in occupational therapy. She was the third triplet in the family to earn a graduate degree from ��ɳ����.

Back in the late 19th century, when ��ɳ���� University was an outpost of higher education in the ��ɳ���� Northwest, the school took part in an ignoble American experiment. With ��ɳ����’s support, the Forest Grove Indian Training School brought Native American children to a nearby campus, where they were forced to abandon tribal culture in favor of learning the skills and religion of the dominant white society. Some didn't survive the transition.

Participating in undergraduate research at ��ɳ���� gave Opfer the chance to dive deeper into real-life applications of his studies.

Aurea and Leslie Lomeli each earned a bachelor of education in teaching and English language learning after studying side by side at ��ɳ����.

Irene Catalan PharmD '15 is an inpatient pharmacist at Providence Medford Medical Center, specializing in pharmaceutical care for cardiovascular patients.

Naihe, who graduated from ��ɳ���� University on May 18 with a bachelor’s degree in art design, worked feverishly to make sure that his senior capstone project at ��ɳ���� was perfect. 

A creative writing major, Roth has tackled difficult subjects in her original works. “I hope that it opens up people’s minds and I hope that it makes people laugh,” said Roth, who says she employs “dark humor” to deal with sensitive subjects.

Keilian MacCulloch '19 fell in love with chemistry at ��ɳ���� University. After conducting research in the lab, he hopes to earn a PhD and spend his career in chemistry.

��ɳ���� senior Tessa Nelson '19 is the 2018-19 recipient of the LGBTQ+ Coral Scholarship.

Alumna Fallon Harris '14 created the nonprofit Eden Acres, promoting environmental literacy for all learners of all ages. The organization is partnered with area schools, public agencies, and businesses, offering outdoor classes and sustainability activities for youth.