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Before you dive into your first term of classes, we have a jam-packed week of exciting activities to help you become acclimated to campus life. From speakers, to socials, to signing your name on the sidewalk, join your fellow new wolves to begin making your mark at WOU!
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Sunday, September 22
 

1:00pm PDT

General Q & A for Support People
Sunday September 22, 2024 1:00pm - 2:00pm PDT
Ackerman Hall, Room 141
Come learn what your student will be doing over the next week, get any last minute questions answered, and learn more about Family Weekend!
Sunday September 22, 2024 1:00pm - 2:00pm PDT
Ackerman Hall, Room 141
 
Monday, September 23
 

10:30am PDT

Ed Session Block 1: Get a Loaf of This: Building a Speech Sandwich
Monday September 23, 2024 10:30am - 11:20am PDT
Ackerman Hall, Room 141
For many people, the idea of giving a speech or presentation in front of a group of strangers or even our peers is often anxiety-inducing - but it doesn't have to be. In fact, the process of preparing a speech can be as simple as making a sandwich! In this mini-class, we will discuss the basics of speech organization. No public speaking experience is necessary and all majors are welcome. Learn some tips and tricks about how to build confidence and craft a speech that is easy to follow and hard to forget!
  • This session is also available at another time(s) this week.
Speakers
KS

Kennedy Schade

Academic Success Advisor, Student Success & Advising
Monday September 23, 2024 10:30am - 11:20am PDT
Ackerman Hall, Room 141
  Educational Session, Academic Resources

3:00pm PDT

Ed Session Block 2: Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI) Loteria
Monday September 23, 2024 3:00pm - 3:50pm PDT
Ackerman Hall, Room 141
Learn about Western Oregon University Emerging Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI) Status while having fun playing Loteria. We will be playing Loteria with an updated deck that will have some great information on Western's Emerging HSI Status. There will be prizes awarded out to winners.
  • This session is also available at another time(s) this week.
Speakers
CM
Monday September 23, 2024 3:00pm - 3:50pm PDT
Ackerman Hall, Room 141
  Educational Session, Diversity & Inclusion

4:00pm PDT

Ed Session Block 3: So You Want to Be a Nurse
Monday September 23, 2024 4:00pm - 4:50pm PDT
Ackerman Hall, Room 141
Interested in the nursing field? Ever wonder what it takes to get into nursing school? We've got you covered! Come learn about the Pre-Nursing track at WOU and how we support students on their journey into this competitive field. This session is designed for Pre-Nursing majors and those interested in learning more about the program. It will also include a Q&A with current Pre-Nursing students.
  • This session is also available at another time(s) this week.
Speakers
avatar for Melissa Hinzman

Melissa Hinzman

Office Coordinator and Academic Advisor, Student Success & Advising
AN
Monday September 23, 2024 4:00pm - 4:50pm PDT
Ackerman Hall, Room 141
  Educational Session, Academic Resources
 
Tuesday, September 24
 

9:00am PDT

Ed Session Block 4: WOU Rugby Part 1: What is Rugby at WOU?
Tuesday September 24, 2024 9:00am - 9:50am PDT
Ackerman Hall, Room 141
An interactive presentation on what the rugby community and culture at WOU looks like. Come learn a little bit about the history of the program, meet a couple players and find out how you can get involved!
Speakers
TB
Tuesday September 24, 2024 9:00am - 9:50am PDT
Ackerman Hall, Room 141
  Educational Session, Student Life

10:00am PDT

Ed Session Block 5: Program Pandemonium!!
Tuesday September 24, 2024 10:00am - 10:50am PDT
Ackerman Hall, Room 141
Are you interested in getting involved on campus? Come program with RHA and learn what it’s like to be involved within housing student leadership!
Speakers
VR
Tuesday September 24, 2024 10:00am - 10:50am PDT
Ackerman Hall, Room 141
  Educational Session, Student Life

1:00pm PDT

Ed Session Block 6: Title IX & Trivia
Tuesday September 24, 2024 1:00pm - 1:50pm PDT
Ackerman Hall, Room 141
Join the game at Title IX & Trivia! WOU’s Title IX Coordinator, Sara Glascock, will host a trivia game where you can share and learn about Title IX, as well as Western Oregon University and the surrounding area. Title IX impacts every person on campus, so get a jump start on your knowledge, while having fun! All are welcome to join us. There are prizes to win and new friends to make!!
  • This session is also available at another time(s) this week.
Speakers
SG
Tuesday September 24, 2024 1:00pm - 1:50pm PDT
Ackerman Hall, Room 141
  Educational Session, Diversity & Inclusion
 
Wednesday, September 25
 

10:00am PDT

Ed Session Block 7: Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI) Loteria
Wednesday September 25, 2024 10:00am - 10:50am PDT
Ackerman Hall, Room 141
Learn about Western Oregon University Emerging Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI) Status while having fun playing Loteria. We will be playing Loteria with an updated deck that will have some great information on Western's Emerging HSI Status. There will be prizes awarded out to winners.
Speakers
CM
Wednesday September 25, 2024 10:00am - 10:50am PDT
Ackerman Hall, Room 141
  Educational Session, Diversity & Inclusion

11:00am PDT

Ed Session Block 8: The Tea About TikTok
Wednesday September 25, 2024 11:00am - 11:50am PDT
Ackerman Hall, Room 141
Learn about the impacts of social media use on mental health and healthy ways to manage your screen time in college.
Speakers
CO
Wednesday September 25, 2024 11:00am - 11:50am PDT
Ackerman Hall, Room 141
  Educational Session, Student Resources

3:00pm PDT

Ed Session Block 9: Career and Major Exploration
Wednesday September 25, 2024 3:00pm - Thursday September 25, 2025 3:50pm PDT
Ackerman Hall, Room 141
This is an interactive workshop designed to connect your interests and personality to majors and careers.
Speakers
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Adry Clark

Director, Center for Professional Pathways
Wednesday September 25, 2024 3:00pm - Thursday September 25, 2025 3:50pm PDT
Ackerman Hall, Room 141
  Educational Session, Student Resources
 
Thursday, September 26
 

10:00am PDT

Ed Session Block 10: Title IX & Trivia
Thursday September 26, 2024 10:00am - 10:50am PDT
Ackerman Hall, Room 141
Join the game at Title IX & Trivia! WOU’s Title IX Coordinator, Sara Glascock, will host a trivia game where you can share and learn about Title IX, as well as Western Oregon University and the surrounding area. Title IX impacts every person on campus, so get a jump start on your knowledge, while having fun! All are welcome to join us. There are prizes to win and new friends to make!!
Speakers
SG
Thursday September 26, 2024 10:00am - 10:50am PDT
Ackerman Hall, Room 141
  Educational Session, Diversity & Inclusion

11:00am PDT

Ed Session Block 11: Manage Your Money!
Thursday September 26, 2024 11:00am - 11:50am PDT
Ackerman Hall, Room 141
Is it your first time managing money on your own? Are you confused about the best way to handle your money? This session will discuss different types of bank accounts, credit vs debit cards, managing and handling your funds, starting a savings account, how to start investing, and provide resources that can assist with supporting your money management journey!
Speakers
HC
Thursday September 26, 2024 11:00am - 11:50am PDT
Ackerman Hall, Room 141
  Educational Session, Financial Information
 
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