Staff

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2024 Ruck N' Run 5k | Registration

Saturday, November 16th, 2024 at 11:30 a.m. | Start location: R parking lot outside the Health and Wellness Center! |Route Map | Registration required for participation | Join us at Dry Town Tap Station

Logan Doerfler

Director, Veterans Resource Center

503-838-9246 | doerflerl@wou.edu | TODD Hall 137 | Mon-Thur 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Enneagram: 1w9 | 16 Personalities: The Consul (ESFJ-A)

In the eight years I served with the Oregon Army National Guard, I held various positions from your basic Infantry grunt to a Joint Fires Observer (JFO) squad leader supporting Infantry, Artillery, and Cavalry Scouts. I served one tour in Afghanistan from 2014-2015 in support of OEF & OFS. After that tour while in the Guard, I attended ITT Technical Institute in Portland. They were shut down in 2016 and I transitioned to Western to finish my degree in 2019. Like many Veterans, my academic journey was not linear, I am dedicated to making the transition to, success at, and graduation from WOU as welcoming and manageable as possible. If you are military affiliated in any way I would love to meet you and help you engage with our awesome community, please stop by the VRC located in the bottom floor of the WUC! 

Why should you contact Logan?

• You experienced discrimination due to your service or drilling status, want to talk through a challenging situation, or need advocacy here at WOU
• You’re not sure who/where to connect with on campus, I’ll help you sort it out
• You would like to collaborate with the Veterans Resource Center for an event or program
• You’re ready to connect with our military community here on campus
• Note: All questions for VA benefits should be directed to David Anderson the Veterans Certifying Official veterans@wou.edu or at 503-838-8806

David Anderson (Not our staff but key!)

Veterans Certifying Official, Office of the Registrar

503-838-8806 | veterans@wou.edu | Admin 108 | Mon-Fri 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. (Remote Mon & Fri)

My Name is Arthur David Anderson but everyone just calls me David. I joined the Marine Corps in 1991 at the age of 19 but suffered a back injury shortly thereafter. I had intended to follow in my grandfather’s example and retire from the military, he spent 26 years active-duty Army.  After some recovery and soul searching, I married my wife of 26 years. Eventually, I found my way and earned a couple of degrees before settling down here at Western. It seemed like a good place to help those that want to make themselves better, or more educated at any rate. I have been working here for ten years now either as the Graduation Coordinator or Veterans Certifying Official and Compliance Coordinator.

Why should you contact David?

• All questions regarding VA benefits
• Questions regarding disbursement of VA payments, degree plans, etc
• You need help filling out an academic petition for a Deployment or Unexpected Withdrawal

- Open Now -

2024 Ruck N' Run 5k | Registration

Saturday, November 16th, 2024 at 11:30 a.m. | Start location: R parking lot outside the Health and Wellness Center! |Route Map | Registration required for participation | Join us at Dry Town Tap Station

Dio Watson

Work Study, Veterans Resource Center

Enneagram: 3w2 | 16 Personalities: “The Advocate” (INFJ-A)

Hey there, I’m Dio! I’m a third year student double majoring in Biology and Public Health. I’m excited to help other veterans find the resources they need to succeed, and I will endeavor to help however I can. I spent 6 years active duty in the navy. I initially trained as a Nuclear Electronics Technician, then cross rated to Operations Specialist. Ask me for sea stories!

Gianni Villanueva

Work Study, Veterans Resource Center

Enneagram: 3w2 | 16 Personalities: “The Protagonist” (ENFJ-A)

“Don’t sit back and hope for the best outcome, make the best outcome happen.”

Greetings! My name is Gianni, I began service September 17, 2016 as a 17 year old senior in high school, I serve in the Army NG Infantry and have deployed to the Horn of Africa. Fast forward now I am here at Western as a double major double minor student. I major in Pre Professional Biology and Public Health, and minor in Military Science and Physical Science. College is a big step in life and can be overwhelming, however, I and my peers are glad to assist and help you navigate the next best thing for your future and help you achieve your goals with the support and care you deserve!

Taylor Hahn

Work Study, Veterans Resource Center

Enneagram: 2 | 16 Personalities: “The Advocate” (INFJ-A)

“Drop your socks and grab your crocs, we’re about to get wet on this ride.”-Tony Stark

Hi all, name is Taylor. I served from 2004-2010 in the Army Reserves out of Southern California with a transportation unit and served an active duty tour in Afghanistan during OEF (Operation Enduring Freedom) as a wrecker operator in Maintenance Platoon. Starting at a new school or coming back to school altogether can be a bit overwhelming at times; I’m happy to help answer any questions or guide you through this journey of academia to help reach your goals.

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