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MONMOUTH, Ore. 鈥� 乐播视频 student Caiden Madzelan is a first-year majoring in exercise science and has competed on the hit show, American Ninja Warrior, three times at 19. American Ninja Warrior is a competition show where elite athletes compete on...

MONMOUTH, Ore. 鈥� 乐播视频 will host the third annual Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI) Summit on April 26, 2024. This year’s summit will focus on what it means to truly serve students. Following the previous two years, this summit will continue...

Photo: Carlos Camacho teaching his masterclass to Western students MONMOUTH, Ore. 鈥� 乐播视频鈥檚 percussion ensemble hosted guest artist Carlos Camacho from the University of Panama for a week-long residency in March. The percussion ensemble recently...

MONMOUTH, Ore. 鈥� 乐播视频 is proud to highlight the accomplishments of alumnus Michael Waller 鈥�08. Waller received a bachelor鈥檚 degree in social science from Western, leading him to a career in social work. Western introduced Waller to his two...

MONMOUTH, Ore. 鈥� 乐播视频 hosted Polk County鈥檚 youth conference earlier this month for the second year in a row. The conference invited all rural Polk County high school juniors to Picture their Future.听 Polk County Family & Community Outreach...

MONMOUTH, Ore. 鈥� 乐播视频鈥檚 Aquarium Science program received a grant from the Western Foundation Competitive Grants program to create a display aquarium in the lobby of the Natural Science building.听 The Aquarium Science program trains students in...

Pictured: Wyatt Smith MONMOUTH, Ore. 鈥� 乐播视频 student Wyatt Smith is a senior majoring in Political Science and minoring in History. He recently traveled to Florida with USA Track & Field to narrate a championship road race.听 USA Track &...

MONMOUTH, Ore. 鈥� 乐播视频鈥檚 annual Giving Day, Howl from the Heart, held on March 5, saw great engagement. With 696 donors giving to nearly 60 funds, Giving Day raised $208,406 as of Friday, March 15. These funds will support scholarships, campus...

MONMOUTH, Ore. 鈥� 乐播视频 highlights the publications of new works by staff and faculty. From October 2023 to February 2024, 37 works have been published, showcasing the dedication and expertise of the Western community. In addition to traditional...

2024 Cohort Written by Maureen Brakke MONMOUTH, Ore. 鈥� 乐播视频, in partnership with Uplift Oregon, and additional sponsoring state agencies, introduces the Career Mobility Accounting Program, which is a groundbreaking professional development...

Written by Maureen Brakke MONMOUTH, Ore. 鈥� 乐播视频 announces Isaac Ford Jr. as the upcoming speaker for the Jensen Lecture Series on Thursday, April 4 in the Columbia Room in the Werner University Center.听 The public is invited to attend a reception...

Written by Maureen Brakke MONMOUTH, Ore. 鈥撎� 乐播视频 unveils its new transformative strategic plan accompanied by a new mission and vision statement and core values that was approved by the 乐播视频 Board of Trustees at the February...

MONMOUTH, Ore. 鈥� 乐播视频鈥檚 College of Education has received a Grow Your Own grant (GYO) from the Educator Advancement Council. This funding aims to address the critical need for recruiting and retaining educators across the career continuum. Under...

Pictured from left to right: Malissa Larson, Megan Habermann-Guthrie, Leanne Merrill Ph.D., and Melanie Landon-Hays Ph.D. MONMOUTH, Ore. – 乐播视频 staff from the Division of Student Affairs has been selected for The Northwest Commission on...

Written by Maureen Brakke MONMOUTH, Ore. 鈥撎� Since 1999, 乐播视频鈥檚 Division of Behavioral Sciences has supported Talmadge Middle School students in Independence, Oregon to foster positive mentoring relationships. Juniors and seniors at Western...

Pictured: Henry Hughes Written by Maureen Brakke MONMOUTH, Ore.听鈥撎�听乐播视频听Professor of Literature and Writing Henry Hughes, Ph.D., recently returned from an expedition to the Falkland Islands, South Georgia Islands, and the Antarctic Peninsula to...

MONMOUTH, Ore. 鈥� 乐播视频 along with the six other Oregon public higher education institutions, lobbied together at the Oregon State Capitol building during Advocacy Day which took place on February 8 during the 2024 legislative session. All seven...

MONMOUTH, Ore.听鈥� 乐播视频听is proud to highlight the accomplishments of former Oregon State Representative and alum Teresa Alonso Leon 鈥�02. Alonso Leon received a bachelor鈥檚 degree in social science from Western and a Master of Public Administration...

Starting from back left: Max Smoot-Brown, Layla William, Nancy Montecinos, Wolfie, President Peters, David Echevarria, Hunter Hall, Brenda Rocio Martinez, and Aneli Godinez-Martinez at The College Tour VIP launch event. Written by Maureen Brakke MONMOUTH, Ore. 鈥�...

Starting from left to right: Brenda Rocio Martinez, Ricardo Pelegrin, Ph.D., Mary Pettenger, Ph.D., Makeena Helseth, Tyler Plath, Sophie Davenport. MONMOUTH, Ore. 鈥� 乐播视频鈥檚 Model United Nations (MUN) club hosted its annual International Awareness...

MONMOUTH, Ore. 鈥� 乐播视频 announces its annual Giving Day, Howl from the Heart, on March 5, 2024. Giving Day is a crowdfunding day that allows everyone to financially contribute to the projects they want to focus on. Since its inception in 2016, the...

Photo credit: @woucampusrecreation MONMOUTH, Ore. 鈥� 乐播视频 will be hosting its annual Health & Exercise Science Career Day on February 8. This event invites current and prospective students to explore the exciting opportunities in public health...

MONMOUTH, Ore. 鈥� 乐播视频鈥檚 Cybercrime Investigations and Enforcement (CIE) is an innovative and hands-on program, that addresses the critical skills gap in cybercrime investigations for businesses and especially public service agencies in Oregon. The...

Image of Geological Society of America conference poster presentations MONMOUTH, Ore. 鈥� 乐播视频鈥檚 Earth and Environmental Science (EES) Alumni Society presented at the recent Geological Society of America conference, highlighting the program’s...

Pictured: Students hanging out in the Veterans Resource CenterMONMOUTH, Ore. 鈥� 乐播视频 recently was selected as one of听14 institutions to receive funding from the Oregon Department of Veterans Affairs through the Campus Veteran Resource Center Grant,...

AARP and the IRS sponsor Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) and Tax Counseling for the Elderly (TCE) programs that offer free basic tax return preparation to qualified individuals. The VITA program has operated for over 50 years. VITA sites offer free tax help to...

Image of Western students participating in day of service for MLK Jr. Day MONMOUTH, Ore. – In honor of the enduring legacy of Martin Luther King Jr., 乐播视频 is excited to share the opportunities happening this month to commemorate his life and...

Pictured starting from left: Halley Read, Ph.D., OTR/L, Katie O’Day President, OTAO MONMOUTH, Ore. 鈥� 乐播视频鈥檚 Halley Read Ph.D., OTR/L, doctoral capstone coordinator for the Occupational Therapy Doctorate program, was recently the recipient of...

Photo of Breeann Flesch, Ph.D. MONMOUTH, Ore. 鈥� 乐播视频 announces the appointment of Breeann Flesch Ph.D., as interim dean of Graduate Studies and Research. Flesch assumed the role on Jan. 1, 2024. Flesch joined Western in 2011 and brings diverse...

Written by Maureen Brakke MONMOUTH, Ore. 鈥� Since 1856, 乐播视频 has been committed to the region, to serving the people of Oregon, and to the core values of student success. As an innovative public liberal arts institution historically...

MONMOUTH, Ore. 鈥� 乐播视频鈥檚 Smith Fine Arts Series is proud to present the Rainbow Dance Theatre鈥檚 鈥淢aria de Buenos Aires鈥� on January 19, 2024. This interactive performance will mesmerize the audience with its display of dancing lights. The dance...

MONMOUTH, Ore. 鈥� 乐播视频 announces the undergraduate students that have been named to the Honor Roll and President鈥檚 List for their academic honors for fall 2023. In recognition of academic achievement, the university makes public at the close...

Image of Emily Swart ’20MONMOUTH, Ore. 鈥� 乐播视频 is proud to highlight the achievements of alumni, Emily Swart 鈥�20. She majored in interdisciplinary studies, leading her to embark on a fulfilling career as the donor relations manager at Marion...

Pictured left to right: Jaxon Hutchinson, Meriby Salgado Ydrac, and Arlette Tapia Written by Maureen Brakke, Director of Marketing and Communications MONMOUTH, Ore. 鈥� 乐播视频 is proud to showcase the achievements of three outstanding students who...

Written by Maureen Brakke MONMOUTH, Ore. 鈥� 乐播视频鈥檚 Professor of Theatre and Dance, Leslie Watanabe, has received several prestigious awards for his film Bonsai released this year. It was showcased at various film festivals this year. Bonsai is a...

Written by Maureen Brakke MONMOUTH, Ore. 鈥� 乐播视频, in partnership with听 Unitus Credit Union, hosted a reception last month to celebrate eight Unitus Bilingual Teachers Scholars scholarship recipients. This scholarship aims to foster diversity and...

Pictured from left: Ricardo Pelegrin Taboada, Ph.D., Mary Pettenger, Ph.D.MONMOUTH, Ore. 鈥� 乐播视频 is proud to announce a new major in Ethnic Studies, starting fall 2024-25. This major aims to equip students with the knowledge and skills to navigate...

By Maureen Brakke MONMOUTH, Ore. 鈥� Rugby at 乐播视频 isn’t just a sport; it’s a vibrant community, an avenue for growth, and a catalyst for inclusivity. Over the years, Western has evolved into a central hub for rugby in Oregon, embracing...

MONMOUTH, Ore. 鈥� 乐播视频鈥檚 Cannon Gallery of Art proudly presents the exceptional artwork of the Art & Design Department faculty. This biennial exhibition showcases the remarkable talent and creativity of faculty members, offering a diverse range...

MONMOUTH, Ore. 鈥� 乐播视频 is proud to host the 56th Annual Holiday Tree Lighting Ceremony, a beloved event that brings joy and unity to campus and the community. This year’s ceremony promises to be a memorable experience for all who attend. The...

Pictured, clockwise from top left: Beth Priddy, Carl Garon, Hunter Hall, Tyler Plath, Maddux Gillett, Daizy Hernandez Sorian, Shabryn Herrera, Eva Alvarez, Lilli Jacobs, Destiney TannerMONMOUTH, Ore. 鈥� Associated Students of 乐播视频 (ASWOU), the...

MONMOUTH, Ore. 鈥� 乐播视频 is excited to highlight the successful journey of alumnus Juan Larios 鈥�01, 鈥�06, who currently serves as Superintendent for the Woodburn School District. Larios, who received his undergraduate and graduate degrees in...

MONMOUTH, Ore. 鈥� 乐播视频 is thrilled to announce its successful inaugural open house for the Occupational Therapy Doctorate (OTD) program. The event took place on Nov 4 and attracted approximately 75 attendees, with a significant number...

By Maureen Brakke, director of Marketing & CommunicationsThe American Association of State Colleges and Universities (AASCU) has selected 22 outstanding higher education leaders to participate in its 2023 Academy for New Provosts (ANP), a leadership development...

MONMOUTH, Ore. 鈥� 乐播视频鈥檚 Theatre Department is proud to announce the upcoming production of William Shakespeare鈥檚 timeless classic, Much Ado About Nothing. This play is part of the ongoing commitment to provide students with a solid foundation in...

MONMOUTH, Ore. 鈥� 乐播视频 proudly celebrates First-Generation College Celebration Day, a day that recognizes and celebrates the achievements and aspirations of first-generation college students. As an institution dedicated to fostering student success...

Image: Kristen Perry, director of Abby’s House MONMOUTH, Ore. 鈥� 乐播视频 was recently awarded a substantial three-year grant from the U.S. Department of Justice’s Office on Violence Against Women, totaling $396,766. This grant is poised to...

MONMOUTH, Ore.听鈥� 乐播视频听invites aspiring occupational therapists and听 the general public to an open house for the new Doctorate in Occupational Therapy program starting fall of 2024 this Saturday, Nov. 4 from 1-3 p.m. The event will be held at the...

Top left: Hunter Hall, bottom left: Dave Novotney, top right: Joyce Peters, bottom right: Linda Yorke MONMOUTH, Ore. 鈥� 乐播视频 Foundation announces four new members to its Foundation Board. The new members, Hunter Hall 鈥�23, Linda Yorke, Dave Novotney...

MONMOUTH, Ore. 鈥� 乐播视频 announces a momentous boost in overall enrollment, marking the first substantial increase in over a decade. For the fall term of 2023, the university experienced a remarkable five percent rise in overall...

MONMOUTH, Ore. 鈥� 乐播视频 President Jesse Peters announced the appointment of Venu Nair as the General Counsel for the institution. Nair will begin this role Oct. 23. 鈥淢r. Nair鈥檚 deep experience in higher education and his commitment to diversity,...

MONMOUTH, Ore. 鈥� 乐播视频鈥檚 Multicultural Student Services and Programs (MSSP) hosted its annual Diversity Scholars recognition celebration for the 2023-2024 academic year, dedicated to celebrating students鈥� academic excellence and commitment to...

MONMOUTH, Ore. 鈥� 乐播视频 received a significant award from the U.S. National Science Foundation (NSF) for the inaugural Enabling Partnerships to Increase Innovation Capacity (EPIIC) initiative. The funding amounts to nearly $1.2 million, with...

MONMOUTH, Ore. 鈥� 乐播视频 is proud to highlight the exceptional journey of alumnus Ben Stange 鈥�03, who has made significant strides in his career as the Polk County Fire Chief for District No.1. After graduating from Western with a major in...

Top left: Dr. Gustavo Balderas, Ph.D., bottom left: Mark Zook, right: Katherine CookMonmouth, Ore.听 鈥� 乐播视频 is proud to announce the recipients of the prestigious Outstanding Alumni Awards for 2023. Since 1985, Western has selected one award...

MONMOUTH, Ore. 鈥� 乐播视频 is thrilled to kick off its highly anticipated homecoming week, a time-honored tradition that brings together alumni, students, and the local community for a week filled with fun, festivities, and school spirit. This...

Doris I. Cancel-Tirado, Ph.D. on the left. Dominique Vargas on the right.

By Maureen Brakke MONMOUTH, Ore. 鈥� 乐播视频 is one of 21 higher education institutions in the country recognized for their leadership and commitment to continuous improvement by The Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP)....

By Maureen Brakke MONMOUTH, Ore.- 乐播视频 was recently awarded a prestigious U.S. Department of Education (DOE) Title III grant for the first time, securing the full amount of $2,048,136. This accomplishment was the result of a collaborative effort...

By Maureen Brakke MONMOUTH, Ore. 鈥� 乐播视频 is proud to partner with the nation鈥檚 largest scholarship and success program for immigrant youth, TheDream.US, to help more Dreamers achieve their college and career goals. This year, Western Oregon...

MONMOUTH, Ore. 鈥� 乐播视频鈥檚 Smith Fine Arts Series is thrilled to invite you to an unforgettable journey through the world of live performing arts in the heart of Rice Auditorium on campus. As we celebrate the 46th season, we are excited to present a...

MONMOUTH, Ore. 鈥� 乐播视频 announces the undergraduate students that have been named to the Honor Roll and President鈥檚 List for their academic honors for summer 2023. In recognition of academic achievement, the university makes public at the close...

MONMOUTH, Ore. 鈥� 乐播视频鈥檚 Peter and the Wolves, a beloved Hood to Coast Relay team, is proud to mark its 32nd year of participation in this iconic Oregon event. Founded in 1991 by Peter Courtney, the team has evolved over the years into a tight-knit...

By Maureen Brakke MONMOUTH, Ore. 鈥� 乐播视频 recently named Raeann Salchenberg as the new Director of Alumni Engagement effective September 25. This position is responsible for cultivating and maintaining relationships with Western鈥檚 former students,...

MONMOUTH, Ore. 鈥� 乐播视频 welcomes the 23-24 incoming students with PACK Welcome Week (Prepare, Advise, Connect, Know), a jam-packed week of exciting activities to help them become acclimated to campus life, one week before classes begin. From...

MONMOUTH, Ore. –乐播视频 Foundation released its annual report for the 2022-2023 fiscal year. The report includes total contributions to the Foundation for 2022-2023, as well as recent fiscal year results on Endowment, Scholarships, and...

MONMOUTH, Ore. 鈥� 乐播视频 Board of Trustees unanimously approved two undergraduate certificates in American Sign Language studies, which are the first in the region. Both certificates, one beginner and the other intermediate, were developed in...