The following page has been created to pull together many of the necessary services that students, faculty, and staff may need. This list is a directory and should not be considered a definitive source.
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Physical and property safety
WOU Office of Public Safety ON CAMPUS EMERGENCY DIAL: 8-9000
(503)838-8822 E-Mail: careywj@wou.edu
The primary responsibility of the public safety department is to protect the university community by providing general assistance to visitors, employees and others doing business or associated with the university and safeguard the vehicles, buildings and property on campus.
The jurisdiction of Western Oregon’s officers is limited to the land, structures, streets, roadways, parking facilities and all other property and facilities under the control of the Oregon University System which have been designated for the use of Western Oregon University. They are trained in first aid and CPR procedures. They conduct foot and vehicular patrols of the university facilities 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
The WOUAlert emergency notification system: enables the university to contact the WOU community in the event of an emergency by sending messages through your preferred electronic devices:
- Email, cell, pager, phone, text messages, fax
learn more about the - WOU Alert: emergency notification system
Safety Related Services
About Sexual Assault
Alcohol and Drug Laws/Regulations
Disaster Preparedness | Property Theft Prevention | Bicycle Safety and Security
Monmouth Police
(503) 838-1109
The Monmouth Police Department is the primary law enforcement agency in Monmouth. They have 13 sworn officers who patrol the city 24 hours per day and seven days a week. All major crime incidents on campus will generally be handled by or include the Monmouth Police Department in cooperation with Public Safety.
Independence Police
(503) 838-1214
240 Monmouth Street
Independence, Oregon 97351
email
Polk County Police Services
Polk County Sheriffs Office (503) 623-9251
Polk County Jail (503) 623-9251
Polk County District Attorney (503) 623-9268
to report Polk County drug info - (503) 623-7550
Dallas Police
Visit Web site: http://www.ci.dallas.or.us./police/Police.htm
(503) 623-2338
Polk County Fire District #1
(503) 838-1510
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Mental and physical health
The Student Health and Counseling Center:
Visit Web site http://www.wou.edu/student/health/
(503) 838-8313
8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday
The Student Health and Counseling Center at Western Oregon University provides students with quality primary health care, information, referral services, counseling and educational services. The center employs physicians, mid-level practitioners, licensed counselors, medical support staff, and also has a part-time orthopedic surgeon who sees referred patients at the clinic.
Provided services
- Open clinic Monday through Friday
- Treatment of acute injury and illness
- Assist with the management of chronic illness
- Women’s health care: contraceptive counseling, pap smears, breast exams, and pregnancy testing and counseling
- Individual counseling
- Group counseling
- Couple counseling
- Outreach programs consultation
- STD testing, counseling, and confidential HIV testing
- Allergy injections
- Limited laboratory testing
- Limited medication dispensing
- Sports and work physicals
- Immunizations
- Exercise and nutrition education
- Referral information
- Health education services
Valley Community Hospital Health Center (Monmouth)
(503) 606-3288
180 Atwater Street South, Monmouth, OR 97361
Valley Community Hospital (Dallas)
(503) 831-3043
1050 SE Uglow Ave
Dallas, OR 97338
Salem Hospital
Salem Hospital website
(503) 561-5200
665 Winter St. SE; Salem, OR 97301
Emergency Department
An Emergency Department is staffed around the clock and prepared to handle all medical emergencies, including major traumas.
For minor emergencies,
For minor emergencies, like sprains, strains and cuts, you can stop by the hospital's Urgent Care Center for less expensive treatment than the Emergency Department. Our Urgent Care Center is located just three blocks east of the hospital.
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Advocacy and support services
Office of the Vice President Student Affairs
Debbie Diehm: Assistant to the Vice President
Office: 503-838-8423 Email: diehmd@wou.edu
Student Affairs Website
The Office of the Vice President for Student Affairs provides services and programs to enhance the learning environment for students and complement the academic programs at WOU. The Office is available for students who need assistance on where to get help on campus.
ASWOU
ASWOU website
The Associated Students of Western Oregon University (ASWOU) offers a great way for students to get involved and opens the door for many opportunities to succeed in college. Modeled after the federal government, the ASWOU is comprised of three branches; executive, legislative, and judicial. Each branch has separate powers and duties, and acts in a system of checks and balances with the other branches. The ASWOU is here for one reason, the students.
Abby's House
Abby House website
Abby's House, Western Oregon University's Center for Women and Families, is an on-campus resource center and meeting place, serving students, staff, faculty and members of the surrounding community. Abby's House services include a resource library, educational programming, peer advising and mentoring, and support services.
Women and their families are welcome to use Abby's House resources. Abby's House provides time and space for support or networking groups to meet in a nurturing, comfortable and confidential atmosphere.
Activities may include:
- Coping with Stress
- Depression
- Domestic Violence
- Sexual Harassment
- Self-defense
- Gay and Lesbian Issues
- Health Issues
- Crime Prevention through Environmental Design
- Relationship
Multicultural Student Services and Programs
503-838-8195 or 503-838-8737
Multicultural Student Services and Programs, in collaboration with other campus departments, strives to create an environment that is supportive, educational and celebrates the unique backgrounds and experiences of the student body.
Program staff provides:
- counseling and support to currently enrolled students
- recommendations of support services on campus, such as the College Enrichment Program, academic advising, career services, and financial aid;
- connecting students to resources on and off-campus to assist them in their completion of degree programs
- assistance for prospective ethnic students and their families with the college process (college selection, admissions and financial aid applications).
The program's greatest strengths are in providing information to students, who are overlooked by traditional admissions efforts and their families and school counselors and administrators; supporting and encouraging students to pursue higher education through presentations on and off campus, cultural activities, and visits to campus; involving families in the decision - making process for their students' choice of a college; and creating retention activities focused on students of color who attend a predominantly white campus.
Disability Services
Disability Services online
Phone: (503) 838-8250 V/TTY
E-Mail: ods@wou.edu
The Office of Disability Services helps ensure that all students with disabilities have equal access to programs at Western Oregon University. ODS arranges for reasonable accommodations in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. The accommodations provided may vary because each case is evaluated individually. The Office of Disability Services serves as a resource on disability law and compliance for the university.
Accommodations:
Sign Language Interpreters, Note takers, Books on tape, Extended testing time, Segregated testing, FM Systems, Special seating
Alcoholics Anonymous
24-Hour Phone Line (503) 399-0599 informational website http://www.aa.org/
Alcoholics Anonymous is a voluntary, worldwide fellowship of men and women from all walks of life who meet together to attain and maintain sobriety. The only requirement for membership is a desire to stop drinking. There are no dues or fees for A. A. membership.
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Financial assistance and services
Student Employment
Located in Service Learning & Career Development
Student Employment website
(503)838-8432: WUC 119 Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm
Facilitates the work study and part-time job listing process
Financial Aid office
503-838-8475, or toll-free at 1-877-877-1593
email :finaid@wou.edu
Financial Aid website Scholarships and Awards online info
The Financial Aid Office provides a variety of services to students:
- Counseling and advisement Monday through Thursday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Friday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
- Entrance and exit loan counseling sessions to all students receiving student loans (required).
- Direct assistance and information via internet and telephone.
- Assistance with job opportunities both on and off campus.
- Outreach presentations explaining financial aid processes for students attending or interested in attending WOU
Drop in counseling is available
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Housing
MITU Housing advocacy group
visit website: http://www.wou.edu/admin/mitu/
Contact mitu@wou.edu
A grassroots community organization dedicated to serving the towns of Monmouth and Independence Oregon. The group tries to improve the quality and cost of rental housing through education, organizing tenants, and direct action.
MITU has its headquarters on the campus of Western Oregon University and student activists serve as the primary organizers and leaders. However, MITU is not a division of the university, or simply a service organization for students. We work to organize tenants, lobby elected representatives and confront irresponsible landlords.
Membership is open to all, and the organization works to advance the interest of those who pay rent for housing.
Polk County Itemizer-Observer
visit website for classified housing listings
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Academic Services
The Student Enrichment Program
Enrichment program online information
The Student Enrichment Program is a federally-funded (TRiO Grant) program that provides 240 eligible students with support services to assist in successfully obtaining a bachelor's degree from Western Oregon University. SEP students benefit from academic, career and personal advising; comprehensive degree planning; assistance in completing financial aid and scholarship applications, graduate school applications, college transfer assistance; and access to free social/cultural activities. The program also offers three courses: ICS 103-"Becoming a Master Student," ICS 105- "Becoming a Critical Thinker" and ICS 106-"Career Planning."
Academic Advising and Learning Center
Advising Center website
The AALC provides Western Oregon University students with assistance, guidance, training and encouragement in academic activities. Our goal is to improve and sustain student academic success through:
- Assisting freshmen and transfer students with the transition to Western Oregon University.
- Assessing and teaching study skills and testing strategies.
- Tutoring services.
- Assessment of academic progress.
- Assistance in the process of choosing a major and identifying life goals.
- Advisement about Western's academic requirements for graduation.
The Learning Center
The Learning Center website
(503) 838-8428v/tty or (503) 838-8501 Monday through Friday 8:00-5:00 The center is designed to help Western students acquire and maintain skills necessary to become confident, successful college students.
Services include:
- Academic tutoring with peer students Study areas & study group assistance
- Study skills evaluations and resources
- Preparation materials for standardized tests (CBEST, NTE, MSAT, GRE, etc.)
- Computer lab
The Writing Center
The Writing Center website
Appointment Hotline: (503) 838-8286
The Western Oregon University Writing Center is a space designed specifically for WOU students and their writing. The Center offers friendly and knowledgeable one-on-one assistance with writing projects from any class and any level of instruction.The Writing Center also supports and serves WOU faculty. Workshops and individual meetings assist faculty members in designing writing assignments that (1) foster critical thinking and (2) fulfill WOU Writing Intensive (WI) guidelines.
Service Learning & Career Development
Service Learning & Career Development online info
503-838-8432
WUC 119 Monday-Friday 8am-5pm
The center assists students in selecting a major, gaining experience in internships and job shadows, provide job internships, search coaching / advice, and graduate school preparation guidance.
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