Western Oregon University hosted the 3rd Annual Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) Summit on April 26, 2024.
The Summit was held in the Western Oregon University, Werner University Center with some sessions available via Zoom.
Videos and session materials will be available soon.
Please email mendezgarciac@wou.edu if you have any questions about this year’s summit.
HSI Summit Content
| Hispanic/Latine History in Oregon | Michael S. McGlade, Ricardo Pelegrin Taboada | Video Link | Presentation |
| Keynote Presentation | Dr. Patrick Valdez | Video Link | Presentation |
| Keynote Presentation | Dr. Marissa Vasquez | Video Link | Presentation |
| Student Panel | Speakers: | Video Link |
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· Moises Leal Zepeda · Andy Rincon · Brenda Rocio Martinez · America Joselyn Salazar Nava Moderator: Rico Lujan Valerio |
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| Concurrent Session | Dr. Patrick Valdez | Video Link | Presentation |
| Concurrent Session | Faculty Panel | Video Link |
| Concurrent Session | Manuel Guerra | Video Link | Presentation |
| Concurrent Session | Staff Panel | Video Link |
Schedule
| 8:15 am – 8:55 am | Registration, Coffee, and Networking | Werner University Center, Pacific Room Lobby |
| 9 am – 9:15 am | Welcome | Werner University Center, Pacific Room Zoom Link *same link through student panel* |
| 9:15 am – 10:15 am | Keynote Presentation with Dr. Patrick L. Valdez | Werner University Center, Pacific Room |
| 10:15 am – 10:25 am | Break | Werner University Center |
| 10:30 am – 11:30 am | Keynote Presentation with Dr. Marissa Vasquez | Werner University Center, Pacific Room |
| 11:30 am – 11:40 am | Break | Werner University Center |
| 11:45 am – 12:15 pm | Student Panel | Werner University Center, Pacific Room |
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· Moises Leal Zepeda · Andy Rincon · Brenda Rocio Martinez · America Joselyn Salazar Nava Moderator: Rico Lujan Valerio |
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| 12:15 pm – 12:30 pm | Break for Lunch | Werner University Center |
| 12:30 pm – 1 pm | Lunch and Musical Entertainment with Romance | Werner University Center, Pacific Room No Zoom Option |
| 1:10 pm – 2 pm | Concurrent Presentations | |
| Concurrent session centering faculty engagement and curriculum development in HSIs with Dr. Patrick Valdez |
Richard Woodcock Education Center, 101
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| Concurrent session centering staff engagement and program development in HSIs with Manuel Guerra | Instructional Technology Center, 211 Zoom Link |
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| 2 pm – 2:10 pm | Break | |
| 2:10 pm – 3 pm | Concurrent Panel Discussions | |
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Faculty and academic focused panel with · Dr. Jaclyn Caires-Hurley · Dr. Claudia Costagliola · Dr. Ricardo Pelegrin-Taboada · Dr. Kristen Pratt |
Richard Woodcock Education Center, 101 Zoom Link |
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Staff and relationship building focused panel with · Jamiere Abney · Lisa AbuAssaly-George · Dr. Doris Cancel-Tirado · Andres Hernandez-Galvan |
Instructional Technology Center, 211 Zoom Link |
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| 3 pm – 3:10 pm | Break | |
| 3:15 pm – 4 pm | Final Group Session and Dessert | Werner University Center, Pacific Room No Zoom Option |
Lodging
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.
Parking
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)
Campus Map & Directions
The campus of Western Oregon University is located at 345 Monmouth Ave N, Monmouth, OR 97301.
COVID-19 County Levels & Masks
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/.
About
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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Accommodations
The morning in person session and Zoom Webinars will have ASL Interpreters and live captioning. If you would like to request additional disability related accommodation(s) to participate in a WOU activity or event, please notify Disability Services (ODS) at 503-838-8250 or ods@wou.edu by April 18, 2023. For ASL interpreting, Typewell transcribing, or captioning services please complete the online request form.
