The
Dean of Students

Malissa Larson

She/Her/Hers | larsonm@wou.edu | 503-838-8221 | Office: WUC 203C 
The Dean of Students Office is here to empower students to take personal responsibility for their living and learning experience while attending Western Oregon University.

WE ARE HERE TO HELP

Do you need emergency help right now?

If your immediate safety is at risk, if you are witnessing violence, or if you perceive imminent harm to yourself or others, please immediately dial 911 or call Campus Public Safety at 503-838-9000.

 Reporting Forms

Use this form to report concerns regarding incidents involving sexual harassment, sexual assault, sexual exploitation, dating violence, domestic violence, stalking, and retaliation. It can also be used to report harassment or discrimination based on a protected class, bias concerns, employment or employee-related issues, or acts of retaliation.

Use this form for reporting any situation where you are concerned about a student relative to their mental state or well being; disruptive or inappropriate behaviors in the classroom or on campus; or any time you believe that a student poses a threat to themselves or others.

WHAT TO DO FOR . . . 

Medical Withdrawls from WOU

If you find yourself in a situation where you need to withdraw from WOU for medical reasons related to your physical or mental health, you will need to submit a medical withdrawal request and provide supporting documentation to the Associate Vice President / Dean of Students. 

NOTE: If you are uncertain or if you have questions regarding a medical withdrawal, contact the Associate Vice President/Dean of Students to discuss your options. 

When emailing the the AVP/DOS regarding a medical withdrawal, please include “Medical Withdrawal Request” in the subject line. 

HELP ON CAMPUS

How Can We Help You?

Additional Resources

Your WOU Community Resources

 

 We want you to succeed and to be happy and healthy as a student at Western Oregon University. The resources available to you are plentiful, accessible and as varied as the individuals who seek them out. Find what you need at WOU today!