WOU Crew
The department of New Student & Family Programs hires approximately 25 students each year to be part of WOU’s new student orientation WOU Crew. These student leaders assist incoming students during PACK Welcome festivities throughout the summer. WOU Crew members help students become excited about their transition to college and make meaningful connections with their classmates!
Get to Know the 2025 WOU Crew!
June
Student Coordinator
She/Her • Senior • Gresham, OR
Language: English
Major: Interdisciplinary Studies, Focuses in Natural Science and Social Science
My advice to new students is to get involved in the things you like—it’s the best way to feel at home and meet like-minded friends.
Sage
Student Coordinator
She/They • Senior • Eugene, OR
Language: English
Major: Social Science
My advice to new students is to do it scared—bravery doesn’t mean not being afraid, it means doing it anyway.
Brittany
She/Her • Graduate Student • La Grande, OR
Languages: English & Spanish
Occupational Therapy
My advice to new students is to be true to yourself and know that you don’t have to change who you are to fit in.
Caleb
He/Him • Sophomore • Philomath, OR
Language: English
Major: Middle/High Biology Education
My advice to new students is to use your Wolf Bucks— the C-Store has some nice stuff, and if you don’t use them, you’re losing money.
Cody-Lynn
They/Them • Senior • Paisley, OR
Language: English
Major: Public Health
My advice to new students is to get involved!
Cody
He/Him • Sophomore • Hillsboro, OR
Language: English
Major: Elementary Education
My advice to new students is not to be nervous about getting involved or going to school activities, since it’s a great way to meet new people.
Dymin
She/Her • Sophomore • Waianae, HI
Language: English
Major: Pre-Nursing
My advice to new students is not to be afraid to step outside your comfort zone and just be yourself.
Ellie
She/Her • Junior • Philomath, OR
Languages: English & Spanish
Major: Art and Design
My advice to new students is to step out of your comfort zone because you’ll realize how many awesome people could become your friends.
Imogene
She/Her • Sophomore • Jefferson, OR
Language: English
Major: Pre-Nursing
My advice to new students is to remember that it’s okay to feel overwhelmed—you’re not alone.
Jay
He/They • Sophomore • Newport, OR
Language: English
Major: Political Science
My advice to new students is to stay consistent, because consistency is the key to success.
Jimi
He/Him • Sophomore • Portland, OR
Language: English
Major: Exploratory
My advice to new students is that adjusting to college can be hard, but many people have gone through the same thing and are willing to support you—just reach out.
Joe
Sophomore • Portland, OR
Language: English
Major: Business
My advice to new students is to stay on top of your work and check your emails regularly.
Jordyn
She/Her • Sophomore • Gresham, OR
Language: English
Major: Psychology
My advice to new students is not to be afraid to ask for help.
Kepa
Senior • Hilo, HI
Language: English
Major: Criminal Justice
My advice to new students is to attend campus events, connect with people, and take late-night walks—they’re peaceful, the campus is safe, and it really helps with stress.
Ky
Sophomore • Amity, OR
Language: English
Major: Criminal Justice
My advice to new students is not to procrastinate and avoid doing homework right before it’s due.
Landon
Sophomore • Florence, OR
Languages: English & ASL
Major: Computer Science
My advice to new students is to take it easy and not stress over the little things you can’t control.
Lizzi
Sophomore • Warrenton, OR
Language: English
Major: Theatre Arts
My advice to new students is not to limit yourself when it comes to friendships—unexpected people can become your closest friends.
Luis
He/Him • Junior • Woodburn, OR
Languages: English & Spanish
Major: Psychology
My advice to new students is to always be yourself.
Makayla
She/Her • Junior • Tigard, OR
Language: English
Major: Elementary Education
My advice to new students is not to let others’ opinions define you—you’re your own person, so don’t be afraid to grow away from them.
Makena
She/Her • Junior • West Linn, OR
Language: English
Major: Elementary Education
My advice to new students is to take in every moment.
Mari
She/Ella • Junior • Albany, OR
Languages: English & Spanish
Major: Secondary Education
My advice to new students is to be yourself and try new things without fear.
Mars
They/Them • Junior • Beaverton, OR
Language: English
Major: Earth and Environmental Science
My advice to new students is to go to every event you can—you never know who you’ll meet.
Mia
Sophomore • McMinnville, OR
Languages: English & Spanish
Major: Exercise Science
My advice to new students is not to worry so much, and take advantage of your resources.
Milan
She/Her • Sophomore • Portland, OR
Languages: English & ASL
Majors: ASL Interpreting and History
My advice to new students is to engage in campus activities, even if they don’t seem exciting—they could give you lasting memories.
Rhylie
She/They • Graduate Student • Springfield, OR
Language: English
Occupational Therapy
My advice to new students is to get involved because it’s the best way to feel like you belong and meet people.
Sierra
Junior • Eugene, OR
Language: English
Major: ASL Interpreting
My advice to new students is to talk to other students—chances are, they’re just as nervous as you are.
Tae
She/They • Senior • Woodburn, OR
Language: English
Majors: Sustainability and Communication Studies
My advice to new students is to check the list of what to bring and not bring to the dorms—it’s super helpful.
Teagan
She/Her • Junior • Turner, OR
Language: English
Major: Exploratory
My advice to new students is to join a club or organization—I met most of my friends through WOU Crew, and I recommend applying for the leadership common app in winter!
Yair
Sophomore • Clackamas, OR
Languages: English & Spanish
Major: Exercise Science
My advice to new students is to enjoy the moment and create lifelong memories—you only live once.
