Western Oregon University’s Newsletter: September 3rd, 2024
We had an incredible time at the Fiesta Mexicana parade in Woodburn a few weeks back! This year, we were honored to join former Oregon Representative and alumni Teresa Alonso Leon and her family in the festivities, and we’re truly grateful for her support. Our students, staff, and Mariachi band came out in full force, proudly representing Western. As we look ahead, we’re gearing up for move-in day on September 22 and are welcoming our students back to campus this month. The first day of fall term is September 30. Go Wolves!
A Message from President Peters
Dear Community,
We had a great time participating in Woodburn’s Fiesta Mexicana parade last month, and I want to extend a heartfelt thank you to alumni and former Oregon Representative Teresa Alonso Leon and her family—and the Woodburn community for the warm reception. We are looking forward to participating again next year and hope to make it a permanent annual event.
Also last month, the presidents of Oregon’s technical and public regional universities and Rep. Paul Evans, visited Taiwan to form a new international partnership with Wenzao University. We look forward to welcoming more international students to Western.
We. Are. Wolves!
Image: Jesse Peters; president at WOU, Kelly Ryan; president at EOU, Jayathi Murthy; president at OSU, Rick Bailey; president at SOU, Ann Cudd; president at PSU, Nagi Naganathan; president at OIT. Back row: John Karl Scholz; president at UO.
News
Oregon’s Regional Universities build strategic international partnership in Taiwan
The Presidents of Oregon’s public polytechnic and regional universities (TRUs)–Western Oregon University, Southern Oregon University, Eastern Oregon University, and Oregon Institute of Technology–signed a memorandum of understanding on Aug. 15 with Wenzao University in Kaohsiung, Taiwan.
Western Oregon University announces spring 2024 Honor Roll
Western Oregon University announces the undergraduate students that have been named to the Honor Roll and President’s list for their academic honors for spring 2024. In recognition of academic achievement, the university makes public at the close of each term an honor roll of undergraduate students who earn 12 or more credits that are not of a pass/no pass nature and who earn a grade point average of 3.50 or higher.
Western Oregon University and Chemeketa Community College launches partnership to expedite completion of master’s degree
Western Oregon University and Chemeketa Community College recently established a streamlined path for students enrolled in Chemeketa’s Bachelor of Applied Science program to further their education and career prospects through access to additional academic resources and graduate coursework at Western.
Western Oregon University selects new Institutional Research Director
Adeya Powell, Ph.D., has been selected as the new Institutional Research Director, effective August 30, 2024.
Western Oregon University Board of Trustees elect new Chair
The Western Oregon University Board of Trustees recently elected Angela Fasana to serve as the third board chair.
Student Highlight: Micah Larioza
Micah Larioza, a current Western student studying information systems with a focus on cybersecurity, was recently accepted into a database development and management internship for NASA’s Office of STEM Engagement program.
Larioza hopes to gain hands-on experience in developing databases, particularly in a high-stakes environment and hopes to expand her professional network by connecting with experts in her field to open doors for future career opportunities.
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Upcoming Events & Notable Dates
September 19: Occupational Therapy Program Grand Opening. 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. WOU: Salem.
September 22-28: PACK Welcome Week. See the full schedule
September 30: First Day of Fall Term. See the academic calendar
October 25-26: Homecoming: Save the date. Details to come.
October 25: Wolves on the Green Golf Tournament Create your team name and get ready to play golf during the annual Wolves on the Green. This fundraiser benefits WOU Athletics. Illahe Hills Country Club at 8:30 a.m.
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November 19-20: Board of Trustees Meeting: Learn more.
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