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Bilingual Teacher Scholars program expands scholarships and eligibility

Posted on January 11, 2022 2023 views
Female student wearing a red graduation gown and a multicolored scarf that says bilingual teacher.
Oregon has experienced a shortage of bilingual teachers for many years, and Western Oregon University (WOU) has been working to address this gap while trying to help diversify the state’s teacher workforce with our Bilingual Teacher Scholars (BTS) program.  BTS provides bilingual and bicultural students (in Spanish and English) with an annual scholarship of $3,000, [more…]
Admissions | Campus & community

Upcoming Fall 2020 Admissions Events

Posted on October 30, 2020 2287 views
The back of Werner University Center, which is comprised of large windows. A large green tree is to the left, and students are walking on the sidewalk in front of the WUC.
For the latest schedule of Admissions events, visit their website.  Although the 2020-21 school year looks a little different than those of the past, prospective WOU students and their parents can still attend a plethora of great events hosted by WOU’s Admissions Office. All events will be held virtually over Zoom, and registration is required [more…]
Admissions | Campus & community

Admissions Application Fee Waived for Freshmen and Transfer Students

Posted on October 22, 2020 2573 views
Aerial view of WOU campus and Monmouth in fall
Applying to Western Oregon University is now easier than ever with new admissions policy changes. There is no application fee for freshman and transfer students until Sept. 1, 2021. Also, high school seniors and transfer students can self-report their cumulative grade point average when completing their admissions application.   “Western Oregon University recognizes that students [more…]
Admissions

Prospective Students: Check Out WOU’s Campus

Posted on July 29, 2020 1783 views
The side of historic Todd Hall, a brick building, bathed in late afternoon sunlight.
One of the best things about visiting WOU is getting to see the beautiful campus in different seasons. In fall, the leaves start to change and drape the streets in rich orange, gold, and brown tones. In winter, if we’re lucky, the streets will get a dusting of snow, blanketing the roofs of WOU’s buildings, [more…]