Monmouth — A Careers in Aging Week will take place Monday, April 8 through Wednesday, April 10 on the Western Oregon University campus in Monmouth. The event is to share opportunities in the field of gerontology, and the activities are free and open to the public. “Careers in Aging Week provides wonderful opportunities to learn … Continue reading »
“DIY” Bridal Show at the Historic Gentle House
Monmouth— The Historic Gentle House in Monmouth, Oregon will be hosting a “Do-It-Yourself” Bridal Show for couples planning a wedding on a budget. This event will occur on April 14, 2013, from 1 to 4 p.m. at the Historic Gentle House, located on the north end of the Western Oregon University campus. The event will feature … Continue reading »
1500 high school students to attend César Chávez Leadership Conference at Western Oregon University
Nearly 1,500 students grades 9-12 will gather in Monmouth, Oregon on March 8, 2013 for the César E. Chávez Leadership Conference (CECLC), a day of educational and cultural workshops, visits with college representatives, and leadership trainings by nationally recognized speakers and educators. This conference is the premier statewide developmental event for Latino high school students. … Continue reading »
Western Oregon University to host Early Childhood/Early Intervention Symposium
An Early Childhood/Early Intervention Symposium will take place on Monday, March 4, 2013, on the Western Oregon University campus in Monmouth. The symposium is sponsored by The Teaching Research Institute’s Center on Inclusion and the College of Education at Western Oregon University. Join with childcare providers, early childhood teachers, administrators, early intervention practitioners, researchers, experts in the … Continue reading »
Western Oregon University to Present Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet
MONMOUTH – Western Oregon University’s department of theater and dance invites you to experience Shakespeare’s romantic tragedy, Romeo and Juliet. A young man and woman meet by chance and fall instantly in love. But their families are bitter enemies, and in order to be together, the two lovers must be prepared to risk everything. Set … Continue reading »
Witnesses to Innocence visits WOU
Western Oregon University will host two Witnesses to Innocence on March 7. Juan Roberto Meléndez-Colón and Greg Wilhoit spent a combined 23 years of their lives on death row before being exonerated. They will be touring several Oregon universities, concluding with a visit to WOU. This event begins at 7 p.m. in room 105 of the … Continue reading »
Kirk awarded statewide financial aid recognition
Donna Kirk, director of financial aid at Western Oregon University, was awarded the 2013 Oregon Association of Student Financial Aid Administrators (OASFAA) Unsung Hero Award. This award is given to OASFAA voting and affiliate members who demonstrate extraordinary commitment to Oregon students and OASFAA by working without reward or recognition. The nominations are reviewed by … Continue reading »