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 2023 WOU Crew!
Abigail Huber
She/Her/Hers | Sophomore | Salem, OR
Language: English
I’m an exercise science major, and I’m minoring in music. My favorite memory in my first year at WOU was meeting my friend group. I have never felt more content with the people I surround myself with until now. I have never felt like I had people that I can see myself being friends with for the rest of my life, and I have that now, which is really cool!
Amari Hendrix
He/Him/His | Junior | Cornelius, OR
Language: English
I’m majoring in both business and communications. One piece of advice I would give to incoming students is don’t be scared to make friends outside of your normal group and join what you can so you can find a safe space early on in your years at WOU!
Coral Davis
She/They | Junior | Jefferson, OR
Language: English
I’m an art and design major with a concentration in k-12 education, and I’m minoring in ASL. One piece of advice I would give to incoming students is you’re doing great, you belong here, and you’re going to do amazing things!
Daizy Hernandez Soriano
She/Her/Hers, Ella | Junior | Woodburn, OR
Languages: English & Spanish
I’m a business major with a concentration in marketing, and I’m minoring in American Sign Language. My career aspiration is to become a marketing director or business owner!
Daniel Acuna
Sophomore | McMinnville, OR
Languages: English & Spanish
I’m majoring in communications, and I’m looking to double major. My career aspirations are to work for state or federal agencies in public policy!
Daryn Heim
She/Her/Hers | Junior | Toledo, OR
Language: English
I’m an education major with a concentration in middle/high school language arts, and I’m minoring in English studies. Some of my favorite involvements on campus have included Campus Ambassadors, Destination Western, and Cheerleading!
Deshaun Stevens
He/Him/His | Senior | Peyton, CO
Language: English
I’m a dance major, and I’m minoring in ESOL. One piece of advice I would give to incoming students is to dare to find your peoples. There are all sorts of people in college, so look at clubs or activities that interest you cuz that’s where you’ll find friends!
Diego Elias
He/Him/His | Sophomore | The Dalles, OR
Languages: English & Spanish
I’m majoring in pre-nursing. One piece of advice I would give to incoming students is to not panic, take a deep breath, and relax—everthing is going to work out!
Grace Gartley
She/Her/Hers, They/Them/Theirs | Sophomore | Eugene, OR
Language: English
I’m a biology major, and I’m minoring in forensic anthropology. One piece of advice I would give to incoming students is to help yourself. Sometimes it’s scary to ask for help, but you know what’s best for you and what you need. Don’t be afraid to ask for help if you need it!
Isaiah Valdovinos Espinoza
Junior | Portland, OR
Languages: English & Spanish
I’m a business administration major, and I’m minoring in data analytics. My favorite memory in my first year at WOU was attending football games with my friends!
Kady Taylor
She/Her/Hers | Senior | Chehalis, WA
Language: English
I’m majoring in K-8 education with a social science concentration. Some of my favorite involvements on campus have included all the clubs, such as ATA, and fitness classes, like dance, pilates, and yoga!
Kainalu Cabebe
He/Him/His | Senior | Wahiawa, HI
Language: English
I’m majoring in both education studies and public health. A fun fact about me is my eyes turn green when I’m mad!
Laurie McCoy
They/Them/Theirs | Senior | Fort Worth, TX
Language: English
I’m majoring in English studies. My career aspiration is to become a librarian!
Layla William
She/Her/Hers | Sophomore | Beaverton, OR
Language: English
I’m majoring in both dance and environmental science. Some of my favorite involvements on campus have included dance, Hawaii Club, MSU, Discover Leadership, Destination Western!
Marlo Corpus
She/Her/Hers | Senior | Saipan, MP
Languages: English & Tagalog
I’m a criminal justice major, and I’m minoring in forensic science. One of my faorite involvements on campus is being part of the Filipino American Association at Western Oregon University (FAAWOU).
Melly Burger
She/Her/Hers | Senior | Anchorage, AK
Language: English
I’m a psychology major, and I’m minoring in ASL interperting. My favorite memory in my first year at WOU was joining the dance team!
Miryam Waterman
Senior | Independence, OR
Languages: English & Spanish
I’m majoring in public health. My career aspiration is to become a labor and delivery nurse!
Osmar Piza
He/Him/His | Senior | Madras, OR
Languages: English & Spanish
I’m majoring in social science. A fun fact about me is that I’ve switched majors three times!
Quinn Ridder
She/Her/Hers | Senior | Beaverton, OR
Language: English
I’m a business major, and I’m minoring in entrepreneurship with a concentration in management. My career aspiration is to become a business owner of a bar and kitchen!
Rachel Feitag
She/Her/Hers | Sophomore | St. Helens, OR
Language: English
I’m majoring in pre-education. My favorite place to eat in Monmouth is Momijis!
Rhylie Sevits
She/Her/Hers, They/Them/Theirs | Junior | Springfield, OR
Language: English
I’m majoring in both pre-nursing and gerontology. My favorite place to eat in Monmouth/Independence is Habebah Mediterranean!
Sarah Stewart
Senior | Bend, OR
Language: English
I’m a psychology major, and I’m minoring in public health. My favorite places to eat in Monmouth/Independence are Silk Thai, Stardusters Café, and the Grain Station!
Shabryna Herrera
She/Her/Hers, Ella | Junior | Woodburn, OR
Languages: English & Spanish
I’m a criminal justice major, and I’m minoring in ASL. My career aspiration is to become a correctional facilitator!
Tamiya Mitchell
She/Her/Hers | Sophomore | Albany, OR
Language: English
I’m majoring in psychology. My advice to incoming students is to not be afraid to explore what interests you because at the end of they day, you should do what you love!
Tony Benedetti White
He/Him/His | Junior | Beaverton, OR
Language: English
I’m an exercise science major, and I’m minoring in sports management. Some of my favorite involvements on campus have included playing rugby, going to drive-in movies, and participating in intramurals!
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