Statesman Journal By Justin Much Given Western Oregon University’s recent rapid growth, broadening scope of programs and addition of new ones such as nursing, the school’s original mission — education — sometimes seems overshadowed. But it hasn’t escaped the attention […]
Polk County Itemizer-Observer By Craig Coleman MONMOUTH — What critics describe as one of the best bluegrass bands currently touring is coming to Monmouth this weekend. The Travelin’ McCourys will perform Saturday, Dec. 4, at 7:30 p.m. in Rice Auditorium […]
Polk County Itemizer-Observer By Craig Coleman MONMOUTH — Western Oregon University has added academic programs in the past few years in an effort to make the school recognized as more than just a place for prospective teachers. Still, with more […]
Statesman Journal By Barbara Curtin Tickets are on sale now for the Dec. 2 performance by the Western Hemisphere Orchestra with jazz singer Nancy King and pianist/composer Steve Christofferson. It will be at 7:30 p.m. in Rice Auditorium, Western Oregon […]
Salem-News.com (Salem, Oregon) – Twelve local educators were honored with a 2010 Crystal Apple Award Thursday night during Salem-Keizer’s annual gala celebration of education excellence. The recipients, including teachers at all levels, instructional assistants, a principal, and a district maintenance […]
Polk County Itemizer-Observer MONMOUTH — More than 600 high school vocalists from across Oregon and Southwest Washington, including Dallas High students, will invade Monmouth for a special concert early next week. The 15th annual WOU Choral Festival will take place […]
Polk County Itemizer-Observer DALLAS — International opera singer Rebecca Fromherz, accompanied by pianist and Western Oregon University music instructor Jackie Morelli, will perform a Thanksgiving benefit concert and hymn sing-a-long to benefit the Victim Offender Reconciliation Program. The performance is […]
Rising enrollment at Western Oregon University has been a trend of late, and school officials want to make sure it remains a comfortable one. WOU’s enrollment increased 10.2 percent this fall, according to data recently released by Oregon University Systems. […]
CBSNews Healthwatch (AP) Federal health experts rejected a highly anticipated weight loss pill Thursday that was thought to offer a safer way to shed pounds than older medications linked to dangerous side effects. The Food and Drug Administration’s panel of […]
