{"id":23460,"date":"2024-11-04T10:56:05","date_gmt":"2024-11-04T18:56:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/wou.edu\/marcom\/?page_id=23460"},"modified":"2024-11-04T11:10:39","modified_gmt":"2024-11-04T19:10:39","slug":"23460-2","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/wou.edu\/marcom\/23460-2\/","title":{"rendered":""},"content":{"rendered":"\n[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”0px||0px||true|false” custom_padding=”0px||0px||true|false” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_4,1_2,1_4″ use_custom_gutter=”on” gutter_width=”1″ make_equal=”on” _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”default” width=”100%” max_width=”2560px” custom_padding=”36px||35px|||” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”1_4″ _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”default” background_color=”#ededed” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/ci4.googleusercontent.com\/proxy\/BqIME5oroEvITSn5_9Fx4s9NOzqn_DWiz__RJUZTVHM3YbIdjK5XDyJq029OB-KmcEgbWzgDQjpy2XkZPWXR9kihr59vUtRhE4ue6ffWoTbrXBQYt8hpOVVhPuOBZmQFGsx2WHytdxPAGsXJrCwvLNscj5VPXFLxj4puQLevIko7jNjT-6cJMrGbuOYR6D8tRjs-zLRRSsrMiw=s0-d-e1-ft#https:\/\/s21aeml01blkbsa02.blob.core.windows.net\/images\/images\/p-EWNH89oUQUmyYOAZ5UN_sg\/0B1DE480-9F37-42BB-9A62-A901E8CE33E4\/image.jpeg” align=”center” force_fullwidth=”on” _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”||13px|||” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.2″ _module_preset=”default” header_2_font=”Georgia|800|||||||” header_2_text_align=”center” header_2_text_color=”#db0a29″ header_2_font_size=”15px” custom_margin=”||-3px|||” custom_padding=”|3%|0px|3%|false|true” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content” sticky_enabled=”0″]

Western Oregon University’s Newsletter: November 4, 2024<\/span><\/b><\/h2>\n

Homecoming week was a success! From the inspiring Alumni Hall of Fame Induction dinner and cozy bonfire to the exciting Wolves on the Green Golf Tournament, there was something for everyone to enjoy. The second WOU brew launched at homecoming called Mi Familia<\/em>, with our talented partners at Xicha Brewing, which will help support student-athletes.<\/p>\n

Looking ahead, November 4-8 is First-Generation College Student Week, filled with engaging activities, workshops, and events designed to empower and inspire. Following that, November 11-16 is Veteran’s Week, honoring student veterans and those in the community.<\/p>\n

We invite you all to attend these fantastic events! Check the events section for details.<\/p>\n[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/wou.edu\/marcom\/files\/2024\/11\/A7409974-1-scaled.jpg” alt=”WOU in parades” title_text=”A7409974 (1)” align=”center” force_fullwidth=”on” _builder_version=”4.27.2″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”29px||30px|||” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content” sticky_enabled=”0″][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.23.4″ _module_preset=”default” header_2_font=”Georgia|800|||||||” header_2_text_align=”center” header_2_text_color=”#db0a29″ header_2_font_size=”15px” header_3_font=”Georgia|600|on||||||” header_3_text_align=”center” header_3_text_color=”#db0a29″ header_3_font_size=”16px” custom_margin=”||-3px|||” custom_padding=”||16px|||” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”]

A Message from President Peters<\/h3>\n[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.2″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”-1px||50px|||” custom_padding=”|3%||3%|false|true” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content” sticky_enabled=”0″]

\"\"Dear Community:<\/em><\/p>\n

What a fantastic Homecoming weekend we celebrated a few weeks ago! It was wonderful to see familiar and new faces at the Wolves on the Green Golf Tournament and to welcome new students and their families during homecoming festivities. I was particularly excited to launch our second WOU beer, Mi Familia, in partnership with Xicha Brewing, with a portion of the proceeds supporting scholarships for our Latin\u00e8 student-athletes.<\/p>\n

Thank you to everyone who joined us for this special weekend. Your presence and participation make Homecoming a truly memorable tradition at our university. I can’t wait for next year’s festivities!<\/p>\n

We. Are. Wolves.<\/p>\n

Pictured: Jesse Peters; president at WOU with students during the Homecoming tailgate.<\/em><\/p>\n[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.23.4″ _module_preset=”default” header_2_font=”|800|||||||” header_2_text_align=”center” header_2_text_color=”#db0a29″ header_2_font_size=”38px” custom_margin=”||11px|||” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”]

News<\/h2>\n[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/wou.edu\/marcom\/files\/2024\/11\/IMG_8263.png” alt=”5 People with portfolios with signatures” title_text=”IMG_8263″ url=”https:\/\/wou.edu\/2024\/10\/21\/western-oregon-university-partners-with-latine-brewery-to-support-latine-student-athlete-scholarships\/” align=”center” force_fullwidth=”on” _builder_version=”4.27.2″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”||15px|||” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content” sticky_enabled=”0″][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.2″ _module_preset=”default” header_2_font=”Georgia|800|||||||” header_2_text_align=”center” header_2_text_color=”#db0a29″ header_2_font_size=”15px” header_3_font=”Georgia|600|on||||||” header_3_text_align=”left” header_3_text_color=”#db0a29″ header_3_font_size=”16px” custom_margin=”||-3px|||” custom_padding=”|3%|6px|3%|false|true” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content” sticky_enabled=”0″]

WOU partners with Latin\u00e9 Brewery to support Latin\u00e9 student-athlete scholarships<\/span><\/em><\/span><\/h3>\n

Western Oregon University and Xicha Brewing, the Pacific Northwest’s only Latin\u00e9-owned brewery collaborated on a WOU-specific beer called Mi Familia, representing the familial and close-knit community that WOU prides itself on and to celebrate the Latin\u00e9 community. A percentage of the sales from the beer will support Latin\u00e9 student-athlete scholarships.<\/p>\n[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_button button_url=”https:\/\/wou.edu\/2024\/10\/21\/western-oregon-university-partners-with-latine-brewery-to-support-latine-student-athlete-scholarships\/” button_text=”Read More” button_alignment=”center” _builder_version=”4.27.2″ _module_preset=”default” custom_button=”on” button_text_size=”15px” button_text_color=”#FFFFFF” button_bg_color=”#db0a29″ button_border_width=”0px” button_border_radius=”8px” button_font=”|600|||||||” custom_margin=”|3%|50px|3%|false|true” custom_padding=”||||false|false” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content” sticky_enabled=”0″][\/et_pb_button][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/wou.edu\/marcom\/files\/2024\/11\/CHS-Graduation-2024-walk-halls-of-MES.jpg” alt=”Student in basket chair with a laptop on their lap” title_text=”CHS Graduation 2024 walk halls of MES” url=”https:\/\/wou.edu\/2024\/10\/08\/central-high-school-seniors-with-3-0-gpa-guaranteed-admission-and-scholarships-at-western-oregon-university\/” align=”center” force_fullwidth=”on” _builder_version=”4.27.2″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”||15px|||” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content” sticky_enabled=”0″][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.2″ _module_preset=”default” header_2_font=”Georgia|800|||||||” header_2_text_align=”center” header_2_text_color=”#db0a29″ header_2_font_size=”15px” header_3_font=”Georgia|600|on||||||” header_3_text_align=”left” header_3_text_color=”#db0a29″ header_3_font_size=”16px” custom_margin=”||-3px|||” custom_padding=”|3%|6px|3%|false|true” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content” sticky_enabled=”0″]

Central High School seniors with 3.0 GPA guaranteed admission and scholarships at WOU<\/span><\/em><\/span><\/h3>\n

Western Oregon University and Central High School announced a new direct admission program for graduating seniors with a 3.0 GPA or higher. These students are guaranteed admission to Western and will receive an automatic merit-based scholarship.<\/p>\n[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_button button_url=”https:\/\/wou.edu\/2024\/10\/08\/central-high-school-seniors-with-3-0-gpa-guaranteed-admission-and-scholarships-at-western-oregon-university\/” button_text=”Read More” button_alignment=”center” _builder_version=”4.27.2″ _module_preset=”default” custom_button=”on” button_text_size=”15px” button_text_color=”#FFFFFF” button_bg_color=”#db0a29″ button_border_width=”0px” button_border_radius=”8px” button_font=”|600|||||||” custom_margin=”|3%|50px|3%|false|true” custom_padding=”||||false|false” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content” sticky_enabled=”0″][\/et_pb_button][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/wou.edu\/marcom\/files\/2024\/11\/IMG_0747-1-scaled.jpg” alt=”Group of students with backpacks sitting in a circle on grass” title_text=”IMG_0747 (1)” url=”https:\/\/wou.edu\/2024\/10\/22\/over-50-new-scholars-recognized-for-their-academic-excellence-and-commitment-to-diversity\/” align=”center” force_fullwidth=”on” _builder_version=”4.27.2″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”||15px|||” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content” sticky_enabled=”0″][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.2″ _module_preset=”default” header_2_font=”Georgia|800|||||||” header_2_text_align=”center” header_2_text_color=”#db0a29″ header_2_font_size=”15px” header_3_font=”Georgia|600|on||||||” header_3_text_align=”left” header_3_text_color=”#db0a29″ header_3_font_size=”16px” custom_margin=”||-3px|||” custom_padding=”|3%|6px|3%|false|true” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content” sticky_enabled=”0″]

Over 50 new scholars recognized for their academic excellence and commitment to diversity<\/span><\/em><\/span><\/h3>\n

WOU’s Multicultural Student Services and Programs hosted its annual Diversity Scholars recognition celebration for the 2024-25 academic year, which is dedicated to celebrating students’ academic excellence and commitment to diversity.\u00a0<\/p>\n[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_button button_url=”https:\/\/wou.edu\/2024\/10\/22\/over-50-new-scholars-recognized-for-their-academic-excellence-and-commitment-to-diversity\/” button_text=”Read More” button_alignment=”center” _builder_version=”4.27.2″ _module_preset=”default” custom_button=”on” button_text_size=”15px” button_text_color=”#FFFFFF” button_bg_color=”#db0a29″ button_border_width=”0px” button_border_radius=”8px” button_font=”|600|||||||” custom_margin=”|3%|50px|3%|false|true” custom_padding=”||||false|false” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content” sticky_enabled=”0″][\/et_pb_button][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/wou.edu\/marcom\/files\/2024\/11\/IMG_6399-1.jpg” alt=”Portrait of Adeya Powell, Ph.D” title_text=”IMG_6399 (1)” url=”https:\/\/wou.edu\/2024\/10\/23\/western-oregon-university-announces-the-2024-alumni-award-recipients\/” align=”center” force_fullwidth=”on” _builder_version=”4.27.2″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”||15px|||” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content” sticky_enabled=”0″][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.2″ _module_preset=”default” header_2_font=”Georgia|800|||||||” header_2_text_align=”center” header_2_text_color=”#db0a29″ header_2_font_size=”15px” header_3_font=”Georgia|600|on||||||” header_3_text_align=”left” header_3_text_color=”#db0a29″ header_3_font_size=”16px” custom_margin=”||-3px|||” custom_padding=”|3%|6px|3%|false|true” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content” sticky_enabled=”0″]

Announcing the 2024 Alumni Award recipients<\/span><\/em><\/span><\/h3>\n

Alumni Awards recognize outstanding individuals who have made significant contributions to their communities and professions. This year’s award recipients are Joanne Fuhrman, Christy Perry, William Wiltse, and Brigadier General Jenifer Pardy.<\/p>\n[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_button button_url=”https:\/\/wou.edu\/2024\/10\/23\/western-oregon-university-announces-the-2024-alumni-award-recipients\/” button_text=”Read More” button_alignment=”center” _builder_version=”4.27.2″ _module_preset=”default” custom_button=”on” button_text_size=”15px” button_text_color=”#FFFFFF” button_bg_color=”#db0a29″ button_border_width=”0px” button_border_radius=”8px” button_font=”|600|||||||” custom_margin=”|3%|50px|3%|false|true” custom_padding=”||||false|false” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content” sticky_enabled=”0″][\/et_pb_button][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/wou.edu\/marcom\/files\/2024\/11\/Breeann-Flesch-NSF-1-1536×1152-1.jpeg” alt=”Portrait of Angela Fasana” title_text=”Breeann-Flesch-NSF-1-1536×1152″ url=”https:\/\/wou.edu\/2024\/10\/03\/graduate-studies-research-dean-breeann-flesch-presents-on-ai-to-congress-in-dc\/” align=”center” force_fullwidth=”on” _builder_version=”4.27.2″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”||15px|||” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content” sticky_enabled=”0″][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.2″ _module_preset=”default” header_2_font=”Georgia|800|||||||” header_2_text_align=”center” header_2_text_color=”#db0a29″ header_2_font_size=”15px” header_3_font=”Georgia|600|on||||||” header_3_text_align=”left” header_3_text_color=”#db0a29″ header_3_font_size=”16px” custom_margin=”||-3px|||” custom_padding=”|3%|6px|3%|false|true” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content” sticky_enabled=”0″]

Graduate Studies & Research Dean Breeann Flesch presented on AI to Congress in DC<\/span><\/em><\/span><\/h3>\n

Graduate Studies & Research interim Dean Breeann Flesch, Ph.D., presented on artificial intelligence to Congress in DC last month during a showcase for the Congressional Artificial Intelligence Caucus. As one of only 14 National Science Foundation awardees invited to present at the event, Flesch and grant cohort partners were recognized as vital contributors to shaping AI policy, education, and workforce development in the country.<\/p>\n[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_button button_url=”https:\/\/wou.edu\/2024\/10\/03\/graduate-studies-research-dean-breeann-flesch-presents-on-ai-to-congress-in-dc\/” button_text=”Read More” button_alignment=”center” _builder_version=”4.27.2″ _module_preset=”default” custom_button=”on” button_text_size=”15px” button_text_color=”#FFFFFF” button_bg_color=”#db0a29″ button_border_width=”0px” button_border_radius=”8px” button_font=”|600|||||||” custom_margin=”|3%|50px|3%|false|true” custom_padding=”||||false|false” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content” sticky_enabled=”0″][\/et_pb_button][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.2″ _module_preset=”default” theme_builder_area=”post_content” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″]

\"\" WOU Alumni, Faculty, Staff & Student Discount at the Columbia Store:<\/strong><\/span> Receive 10% off your entire purchase at the Portland Columbia Store Nov. 1-24.\u00a0Show the Golden Ticket image at the store!<\/strong><\/p>\n

Columbia Employee Store Invitation Details:<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n