Independence Hotel

The Independence Hotel is located just three miles east of campus in downtown Independence. 

WOU has a negotiated room rate of $139 (not including state and local taxes). This rate is for base tier rooms (Deluxe King or Deluxe 2 Queens). HSI Summit presenters and attendees may have their reservations prorated at this rate. To reserve using the WOU rate call the hotel directly at (503) 837-0200 or use this booking link. Reservations must be made no later than April 10, 2024, to use the WOU rate. The WOU rate is subject to room availability, Independence Hotel rules and policies, and not guaranteed. It is highly recommended lodging reservations be made well in advance.

Address: 201 Osprey Ave, Independence, OR

Tel: (503) 837-0200, Email: info@theindependencehotel.com

MaMere’s Guest House

MaMere’s Guest House is located one block away from the campus and offers a bed and breakfast style lodging. 

WOU has negotiated 20% off room rates (not including state and local taxes). HSI Summit presenters and attendees please use promo code WOUSUMMIT when booking a room. Reservations must be made no later than April 10, 2024, to use the promo code. The WOU rate is subject to room availability, MaMere’s Guest House rules and policies, and not guaranteed. It is highly recommended lodging reservations be made well in advance.

Address: 212 Knox St N, Monmouth, OR 97361

Tel: 503-917-8745, Email: mameresguesthouse@gmail.com

Additional local lodging is available throughout Monmouth, Dallas, Corvallis, and Salem, OR.

Free on-site parking is available at Lot G (corner of Stadium Dr and Church St), which is a short five minute walk east to the Werner University Center.

WOU Campus Map During Construction (while Monmouth Ave North is under construction)

The campus of Western Oregon University is located at 345 Monmouth Ave N, Monmouth, OR 97301. 

Campus Map

Directions

WOU encourages the campus community to be up to date on the County COVID-19 levels. While masks are always welcome at WOU, masks are highly recommended when COVID-19 community level is medium or high. At this time, Polk County is considered low community level.

For additional information about COVID-19 guidelines and policies at WOU, visit https://wou.edu/coronavirus/.

Background and Purpose

On April 1, 2022, Western Oregon University hosted its first Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI) Summit. We brought together a collection of campus, community, and national partners to discuss what it means to become a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). The success and community building of that first summit encouraged Western’s second HSI Summit on April 26, 2023, which saw increased participation from university, state, and community partners. We are committed to engaging in this work with our entire community as Western continues to emerge as an HSI and focus on truly serving our students. We are stronger together. 

2024 HSI Summit Working Group

Jamiere Abney, Director | Undergraduate Admission

Chelle Batchelor, Dean of Library and Academic Innovation | Hamersly Library

Doris Cancel-Tirado, Professor | Division of Health and Exercise Science

Brittany Kima, Assistant Director | Marketing & Communications

Sarah Lockwood, Facilities Scheduling Manager | Student Engagement

Dominique Vargas, Executive Director | Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

2024 HSI Summit Student Staff

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