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 21st, 2025**
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
Winter Break 2025 Hours
Dec 12th — Closes at 5:00pm
Dec 13th and 14th — Closed all day
Dec 15th through Dec 19th — Open 7:30am to 5:00pm
Dec 20th and 21st — Closed all day
Dec 22nd and Dec 23rd — Open 7:30am to 5:00pm
Dec 24th through Dec 28th — Closed all day
Dec 29th and 30th — Open 7:30am to 5:00pm
Dec 31st and Jan 1st — Closed all day
Jan 2nd — Open 7:30am to 5:00pm
Jan 3th and 4th — Closed all day
Jan 5th — Return to acaedmic year hours
WUC Services
Information Desk
- Info Desk Specialists
- Study Rooms
- Meeting & Club Spaces
- Reserve a Table for Tabling
- Event Poster Approvals
- Sandwich Board Check-out
- “Paw Points” Banner Check-out
- “Paw Points” Redemption Store
- New and Replacement ID Cards
Departments
Food
Wolfstore (Bookstore)
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
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!
