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Honors and Awards in Bearcat Excellence

The Honors & Awards in Bearcat Excellence program recognizes undergraduate students who, through their co-curricular involvement and achievements, have made meaningful and lasting contributions to Willamette University and the Associated Students of Willamette University (ASWU and the Willamette College student body).

Nominations for 2026 awards have been extended to March 2.

Click on AWARD DETAILS below to read more and access nomination forms.

If you have any questions about the nomination process, please email honors-awards-leads@willamette.edu.

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Nominations for

Awards

Honor undergraduate students of all years for their exemplary work in the co-curricular or out-of-classroom contributions.

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Nominations for

Senior Keys

Presented to the most outstanding seniors who go above and beyond and stand out for their meritorious service to the Associated Students of Willamette University.

Awards Presentation

Recipients will be selected by a committee of student, staff, and faculty representatives in February. All Awards will be presented at the Honors and Awards in Bearcat Excellence program April 9, 2026.

Award Winners