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Sharing our stories, reconnecting with friends, and inspiring the next generation of Walla Walla University alumni.

Seen and Heard
WWU alumni in the news
Have you or a fellow WWU alumnus been in the news? We want to celebrate with you.
Your career milestones are an inspiration to current and future WWU students.
Send your news links to westwind@wallawalla.edu.
John Volyn
1998 | History
John Volyn has been elected judge for the Chelan Country District Court.
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Andrew Gildersleeve
1999 | Humanities & Pre-law
As Chief Executive Officer of the Yakutat Tlingit Tribe, Andrew Gildersleeve used 3D technology to stop logging work in Alaskan Tribe lands. His project was featured in the Ted Radio Hour from the National Public Radio.
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Jason Panasuk
2008 | Aviation Management
Jason Panasuk has been selected as the new finance officer for Adventist Health Portland.
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Back to You
Alumni share their stories in their own words

Reaching younger generations through film

Changing tides

Challenged and changed

Jumping the bar

An unexpected trip

Westwind magazine
Curated stories and news to inspire and reconnect WWU alumni
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AlumNotes
Walla Walla University alumni as well as current and former faculty and staff are invited to submit AlumNote information to be included in Westwind.
In Memory
Family members of deceased alumni, faculty, and staff are invited to submit obituary information to be included in Westwind.
Westwind staff
Editor: Kelsi Nash
Student staff writers: Kiersten Ekkens, Brooke Fisher, Ashley Herber, Lauren Vizcarra