mecha – The Western Howl

Written by: Isabelle Jones | Lifestyle Editor

Looking for ways to get involved outside of classes? Western provides a plethora of clubs that can entice any type of student. Whether it’s furthering knowledge within a degree, getting to know other people in the community or creating change, Western has so much to offer — come out and join a club.

WOU ASL Club (Instagram @wouasl)

An organization for the Deaf, Deaf+, Hard of Hearing and Hearing students at Western.

Aspiring Teachers Association (Instagram @wou.ata)

Supporting future educators from step one.

Associated Students of Western Oregon University (Instagram @aswou)

Advocators for students’ rights to the Western administration as well as the state of Oregon and the nation.

Board Game Club (Instagram @wou.board.game.club)

Bring games and find new friends.

Business And Economics Club (Instagram @woubeclub)

A space for students to have discussions, speakers, workshops and networking opportunities for the business and economics fields.

Creative Writers’ Guild (Presence https://wou.presence.io/organization/creative-writers-guild)

A place where all creative writers of any writing medium are welcome to write and share their work with the guild.

Criminal Justice Club (Instagram @wou.cjclub)

This organization discusses the justice system events and issues.

CRU (Instagram @cruatwou)

“We’re real people dealing with the real problems of living out a real faith in the real world.”

Exercise Science Club

Exercise science students get to connect with different community members in order to provide members with unique opportunities, networking, recreational activities and insight into potential future professions.

Meetings on the third Tuesday of every month in the Richard Woodcock Education Center, room 208.

Fiber Arts Club (Instagram @wou.fiberartsclub)

This is a club open to anyone, be it someone who has been crocheting or knitting for years or a complete beginner interested in learning a new craft.

Filipino American Association at Western Oregon University (Instagram @faa.wou)

Encouraging and promoting the culture of the Philippines among Filipinos and other students who want to learn about the customs and culture of the country.

Gerontological Society of America Student Chapter (https://www.geron.org/)

This campus chapter focuses on sharing gerontological knowledge, expertise and interest. A welcoming space for all students interested in gerontology to participate in social events, networking and service learning.

Kappa Delta Chi Sorority Inc. (Instagram @kdchibetadelta)

A sisterhood based on serving the community, upholding the values of unity, honesty, integrity and leadership, while also prioritizing academics, service and sisterhood.

KWOU Radio (Instagram @kwoustudios)

Student-run online radio station who are blasting away tunes, growing a music library and adding to the broadcast equipment supply.

Math Club (Instagram @woumathclub)

Open to anyone; come participate in Estimathon and Pi Day.

MECHA (Instagram @mechadewou)

A group focusing on community, support, activism and advocacy.

Model United Nations (Instagram @wou_mun)

An organization participating in a simulation of the United Nations where students act as delegates and work together to solve global issues.

Monmouth Student Nurses Association (Instagram @monmouthstudentnurses)

Students practicing diversity and inclusion through community outreach projects and volunteerism.

Native/Indigenous Culture Club (Instagram @wounativeclub)

Advocating for connections and friendships among the students at WOU who identify under the umbrella term of Native/Indigenous and corresponding supporters within a purely respectful space.

Natural Science Club (Instagram @wou_natural_science_club)

Providing hands-on, real-world activities beyond the lecture and lab, offering social and academic networks for students.

Omega Delta Phi Fraternity Inc. (Instagram @wou_knights)

A brotherhood dedicated to the needs and concerns of the community, which promotes the traditional values of unity, honesty, integrity and leadership.

Pre-Med Club (Instagram @woupremedclub)

Striving to be a safe space for any interested in pre-health and provide valuable connections and resources.

Pre-Nursing Club

A resource for students interested in the nursing field through virtual and in-person events.

Public Health Club (Instagram @wou.publichealthclub)

Provides a place for students interested in community health education and public health. Opportunities in networking, leadership, service learning and pre-professional training are available. Meetings are held Mondays bi-weekly from 12 – 1 p.m.

Resonate Church (Instagram @resonatemonmouth)

Come make lasting friendships and discover the purpose that one was made for.

Spanish Club (Instagram @wou_spanishclub)

A vibrant community where those come together to explore the language and Hispanic culture through a multitude of activities in a diverse, respectful and inclusive environment.

The Northwest Passage (Instagram @wounp)

The Passage has been in publication in one form or another for 80 years, supporting the creative arts every step of the way.

Unidos Club (Instagram @unidoswou)

Building community and creating a safe and supportive environment to help empower students to bravely fight social justice issues.

Western Oregon Swing Dance Club (Instagram @wouswingdance)

Concentrating on West Coast Swing and Single-Time Swing. No experience required.

Western Oregon University Fellowship (Instagram @wou_fellowship)

Creating diverse communities where students are safe to seek answers to spiritual and faith-based questions or concerns in life.

WOU Digital Games Club

Created for the purpose of maintaining a safe space for Western students to enjoy video games, and to foster such a community at Western. Meetings are 4 – 7 p.m. on Thursdays in the ITC, room 303.

WOU Student Veterans of America (Instagram @wousva)

Dedicated to fostering a sense of belonging, camaraderie and empowerment among student veterans, active-duty service members and their families within our university community.

Thespians Club (Insta @wouthespiansclub)

The Thespians Club here at Western provides, supports and advocates for educational, social and performance opportunities.

If interested in finding out more about Western affiliated clubs, check out their Involve pages at https://wou.presence.io/

Contact the author at howllifestyle@wou.edu

Look into these clubs and organizations at Western

Natalie‌ ‌Dean‌ ‌|‌ ‌Entertainment‌ ‌Editor‌ ‌

These clubs and organizations at Western can help winter term pass by with the help of new friends, building fond memories and getting involved in campus life. There are a ton of selections out there that have taken safety precautions and are holding virtual meetings over Zoom. Even if meetings aren’t in person, there’s still the chance to meet new people with similar interests. Get involved with a handful of these clubs:

Abby’s House: Their hours have been recently updated as of Jan. 6; advocates can be reached by email, and staff and hours of operation can be found at their website, wou.edu/abbyshouse. Don’t forget to check out their Facebook, “Abby’s House at WOU.”
American Sign Language: Winter term club meetings will be held twice a month. As announced on their Facebook and Instagram, there will be a study event on Wednesday, Jan. 27, from 6 to 7 p.m. Look out for their newsletter ⏤ which has the Zoom link ⏤ their Instagram @wouasl or their Facebook, “WOU ASL Club.”
Black Student Union: For this term, meetings are held at 6 p.m. on Wednesdays over Zoom. The link can be found in their Instagram bio, @woubsu.
Cru: They have club meetings on Mondays at 7 p.m. at the Praise Assembly in Monmouth, and have Bible study at 7:45 p.m. at Munson House on Wednesdays.
Mecha: They’re having bi-weekly meetings on Tuesdays from 5 to 6 p.m.; updates, information and the Zoom link are all on their Instagram, @mechadewou.
Triangle Alliance: With weekly meetings on Mondays at 6 p.m., folks can find Zoom links and current information on their Instagram @wou_ta or join their group on Facebook at “WOU Triangle Alliance.”
Unidos: They’re holding bi-weekly meetings, and have a newsletter that is regularly released. Meetings are held on Mondays at 5 p.m. over Zoom, and the link can be found on their Instagram page @unidoswou. Their Facebook page also has more information and can be searched under “Unidos Club At WOU.”

Contact the author at ndean17@wou.edu

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