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Admissions counselors by location

The following Western Oregon University admissions counselor works with students from your area. Please feel free to contact them for information about the university and assistance with the admissions process.

My name is Rob Findtner, Director of Admissions

Thank you for your interest in Western Oregon University! I originally hail from the Willamette Valley, specifically Albany, and graduated from West Albany High School. As a student at WOU, I was actively involved in student leadership, including the Orientation PLUS Team and the Residence Hall Association. After earning a Bachelors Degree in History from WOU in 1995, I completed my graduate program in College Student Services Administration at Oregon State University. After working for the Admissions Office at Northwest College in Wyoming, I returned to WOU in June of 1998.

Allow me to share two pieces of advice regarding the college search process. First, visit the colleges you are interested in and take advantage of weekend visitation programs. Visitation program are generally free to families and highlight all aspects of the institution. Second, pay attention to all deadlines concerning admissions, financial aid, scholarships and campus housing. Recognize that financial aid and scholarships are awarded to qualified students on a first-come, first-serve basis.

Rob Findtner’s counties: Washington

Out of State: specifically Hawaii, Wyoming and also general out of state information

Also assists: Advanced Placement (AP), International Baccalaureate (IB), students with disabilities, Special Admission candidates

Contact me:

(503)838-8601

findtnr@wou.edu

My name is Andrea Arce

I am the Multicultural Recruitment Admissions Counselor here at Western Oregon University. I recently graduated from WOU in June of 2008 with a Bachelor of Arts in Social Science and a minor in Spanish. I spent five amazing years at WOU to complete this degree and took advantage of the many wonderful opportunities that college life offers.

I never thought attending a four year university was in my future, but I luckily had a great counselor who believed in me and helped me along the way. After applying for just about every scholarship that I got a hold of, I was successful. Being a first generation college student I didn’t know what to expect when coming to school, but once I got here and found the many resources available on campus to help me succeed, I was able to quickly adjust to the new lifestyle. I graduated from JFK High School in Mt. Angel where I grew up most of my life.

I think the coolest thing about my time at WOU was my study abroad experiences. I was fortunate enough to study in both Australia and Mexico. I have a passion for assisting at-risk, underrepresented youth, I understand the difficulty and apprehension that comes with going to college, but once you are in, it can be a piece of cake if you work hard. It is all up to you what you make of it. So please, understand that college has tons of benefits and can be tons of fun so ask lots of questions and make your future truly yours.

Andrea Arce’s counties: serves every county, with a speciality in Washington county

Assists: Multicultural and first-generation applicants

Contact me:

arcea@wou.edu

503-838-8193

Admissions counseling may include

• Gaining an overview of what to expect socially and academically from Western Oregon University
• Assistance understanding and completing application materials
• Identifying programs and materials that may help during the admissions process and while enrolled at the university
• General information on how to proceed with financial aid and registration for classes after acceptance

Western Oregon University recognizes the key role that a diverse campus community plays in creating a broader learning environment and community for all students, faculty and staff. The university actively seeks individuals from different backgrounds which include socioeconomic, ethnic/racial, physical ability, academic and geographic (rural/urban, out of state and international).

The Office of Admissions Western Oregon University
345 N. Monmouth Ave.,
Monmouth, OR 97361
toll-free at 1-877-877-1593
e-mail: wolfgram@wou.edu