Mission Statement
We foster learning, development and leadership experiences to empower students to be curious, passionate and engaged individuals, while cultivating welcoming spaces that encourage a more inclusive, informed and involved community.
Werner University Center (WUC) Academic Year Operating Hours:
Starting September 30, 2024**
Monday through Friday: 7:30am to 8:00pm
Saturday: 11:00am to 3:00pm (Fall/Winter) 10:00am to 2:00pm (Spring) | Sunday: Closed
**Hours subject to change for events, holidays and operational needs
Thanksgiving Holiday hours
Wednesday November 27th close at 5pm
Thursday November 28th through Sunday December 1st Closed all day
Monday December 2nd open regular hours
WUC Services
Information Desk
- Study Rooms
- Meeting & Club Spaces
- Sandwich Boards
- ID Cards
- Info Desk
- Reserve a Table for Tabling
Departments
- Abby’s House
- Veteran’s Resource Center
- Stonewall Center
- Center for Professional Pathways
- ASWOU (Associated Students of Western Oregon University)
- Freedom Center
- Division of Student Affairs
- Orientation (New Student & Family Programs)
- Student Activities Board
- Multicultural Student Services & Programs
- Campus Dining
Food
Wolf Store
Get Involved
Your Student Fees at Work
Fraternity and Sorority Life
Omega Delta Phi ΩΔΦ
Values: Unity, Honesty, Integrity, & Leadership
Philanthropy/Community Service: United Way
Alpha Chi Omega ΑΧΩ
Values: Friendship, Leadership, Learning, & Service
Philanthropy/Community Service: Domestic Violence Awareness
Kappa Delta Chi ΚΔΧ
Values: Honesty, Unity, Integrity, & Leadership
Philanthropy/Community Service: Each year the chapter selects a year long service focus.
Student Media
The Western Howl
WOU’s weekly, award-winning newspaper, is written, edited and printed by students. Print issues are distributed throughout campus on Wednesdays while updates are added daily online.
KWOU
KWOU is WOU’s student-run internet radio station features student DJs as well as engaging programs, interviews, and specials.
The Northwest Passage
The Northwest Passage is WOU’s campus literary and arts publication, published three times each academic year.
Student Activities Board
Join SAB
The Student Activities Board develops quality events that engage WOU’s diverse community. They strive to provide entertainment for the entire campus, and are always looking out for more volunteers.
We have over 50 different clubs and organizations!
Involve
Are you curious about what Student Organizations or Clubs are on the WOU campus? Check out Involve, our new student organization software platform!
