Welcome to WOU – Western Oregon University
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Welcome to WOU – Western Oregon University
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At Western Oregon University we offer small class sizes so that every student gets the personalized attention they need.
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Diversity at WOU
We are proud to be a Hispanic Serving Institution, a vibrant community that empowers us to elevate and support every single student! This designation enriches our mission, allowing us to create dynamic programs and resources tailored to meet the diverse needs of our entire student body.
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Students of Color
41%
Students of Color
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First Generation
We know what kind of support you need because many of our faculty and staff have been the first in their family to go to college.
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50%
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Oldest Public University in Oregon
and located on the west coast
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See how we transform lives
Check out WOU life
Meet our students
See how we transform lives
News
Western Oregon University Giving Day sees record donor turnout
Apr 22, 2026
MONMOUTH, Ore. –...
Western Oregon University announces Melanie Landon-Hays as Acting Dean of the College of Education
Apr 15, 2026
MONMOUTH, Ore. –...
Western Oregon University announces recipients of nature writing prize
Apr 13, 2026
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Apr 23
Website Accessibility Hyflex Workshop
Apr 23
International Education Celebration
Apr 23
Greg Poulin: Artist at Work
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This year’s HSI Summit T-shirt is now available! 📢
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Winning Student Designer: Monty Toledo Garcia
Year at WOU: First Year
Major: Secondary English Education
Minor: ESOL
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Highlights from the Alumni Awards Dinner 2026. 🐺
Congratulations to this year’s honorees:
Jane Berry-Eddings ‘75 - Alumni Award of Excellence
Amanda Stevens ‘16 and Jordan Meekins ‘15 - Professional Achievement Award
Kenn Letho ‘76 - Alumni
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Volunteer of the Year Award
Prudencio “Pro” Escobedo III ‘04 - Community Impact Award
Miranda Garrison ‘09 - Entrepreneurial Spirit Award
Janell Francisco ‘16 - Distinguished Alumni Educator Award
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Portal
Give
Future Students
Current Students
Graduate Students
Faculty and Staff
Alumni and Donors
Athletics
Calendar of Events
ADMISSIONS
Apply Now
Undergraduate Admissions
Graduate Admissions
Accepted Students
Request Information
Virtual Tour
Visit WOU
Visit Admissions
ACADEMICS
Office of the Provost
Majors
Course Catalog
Library
Academic Calendar
Visit Academics
ABOUT WOU
Overview of WOU
Life at WOU
Campus Maps
Institutional Facts & Stats
Leadership
Jobs at WOU
Portal
Canvas
Find pages, people and places at Western Oregon University
We Got You.
We Got You.
Apply
Visit
Majors
Financial Aid
Apply
Visit
Majors
Financial Aid
Know Your Teachers
At Western Oregon University we offer small class sizes so that every student gets the personalized attention they need.
Average Class Size
19
Average Class Size
Apply Now
Diversity at WOU
We are proud to be a Hispanic Serving Institution, a vibrant community that empowers us to elevate and support every single student! This designation enriches our mission, allowing us to create dynamic programs and resources tailored to meet the diverse needs of our entire student body.
%
Students of Color
41%
Students of Color
Diversity Info
First Generation
We know what kind of support you need because many of our faculty and staff have been the first in their family to go to college.
%
First-Generation Students
50%
First-Generation Students
First Gen Resources
Oldest Public University in Oregon
and located on the west coast
Check out WOU life
Meet our students
See how we transform lives
Check out WOU life
Meet our students
See how we transform lives
News
Western Oregon University Giving Day sees record donor turnout
Apr 22, 2026
MONMOUTH, Ore. –...
Western Oregon University announces Melanie Landon-Hays as Acting Dean of the College of Education
Apr 15, 2026
MONMOUTH, Ore. –...
Western Oregon University announces recipients of nature writing prize
Apr 13, 2026
Pictured from left...
View All News
WolfBytes Newsletters
Upcoming Events
Apr 23
Website Accessibility Hyflex Workshop
Apr 23
International Education Celebration
Apr 23
Greg Poulin: Artist at Work
View All Events
Stay
Connected
Follow
Follow
Follow
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24 hours ago
Lightbox link for post with description Happy Earth Day from WOU to you. 🌎
Happy Earth Day from WOU to you. 🌎
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6 days ago
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What’s your favorite season to experience on campus? 🌷↔️🍂
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1 weeks ago
Lightbox link for post with description This year’s HSI Summit T-shirt is now ...
This year’s HSI Summit T-shirt is now available! 📢
Grab one while you can today in the WUC across from Café Allegro.
Winning Student Designer: Monty Toledo Garcia
Year at WOU: First Year
Major: Secondary English Education
Minor: ESOL
208
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2 weeks ago
Lightbox link for post with description HSI Summit Week is almost here!
Like what you...
HSI Summit Week is almost here!
Like what you saw? Join us on Monday for a code switching presentation and Wednesday to play Lotería!
Find the details and more HSI Summit events by looking in the ‘This Week’ tab of our highlights on Monday. 🗓️
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2 weeks ago
Lightbox link for post with description 🚨 Surprise Challenge: Data Center 🚨
If we...
🚨 Surprise Challenge: Data Center 🚨
If we get 150 more gifts by midnight, we’ll receive a $20,000 donation! 🕛
Just because the BIG Gift has been unlocked, doesn’t mean that it’s too late to give.
95
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2 weeks ago
Lightbox link for post with description It’s Giving Day! You are the key to unlocking...
It’s Giving Day! You are the key to unlocking the BIG Gift. We’re ready for you howl from the heart, Wolves! 🐺❤️
46
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2 weeks ago
Lightbox link for post with description Highlights from the Alumni Awards Dinner 2026....
Highlights from the Alumni Awards Dinner 2026. 🐺
Congratulations to this year’s honorees:
Jane Berry-Eddings ‘75 - Alumni Award of Excellence
Amanda Stevens ‘16 and Jordan Meekins ‘15 - Professional Achievement Award
Kenn Letho ‘76 - Alumni
...
Volunteer of the Year Award
Prudencio “Pro” Escobedo III ‘04 - Community Impact Award
Miranda Garrison ‘09 - Entrepreneurial Spirit Award
Janell Francisco ‘16 - Distinguished Alumni Educator Award
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