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The WOU Foundation assists the university in building financial support for its educational, research, and public service activities, and coordinates the efforts of several Western Oregon University support groups. [More]

Founded on December 30, 1964, the Western Oregon University Development Foundation is a non-profit 501(c)3 organization. It operates on the WOU campus and with university support under the auspices of a 1990 agreement between the foundation, the university, and the Oregon University System. It is managed by a 24-member board of directors composed of members-at-large and representatives from ancillary fund-raising and campus groups. This site is operated by the WOU Foundation. [Visit the WOU Foundation University Hosted Web Site]

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Don’t Miss Martha Reeves with the Western Hemisphere Orchestra at WOU December 2nd

by WOU on November 29, 2011 · 0 comments

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From Smith Fine Arts Series: Martha Reeves with the Western Hemisphere Orchestra December 2, 2011 at Rice Auditorium

The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee, Grammy Nominated recording artist, and Rolling Stone magazine “Immortal Artist” Martha Reeves is coming our way. The original Motown dance music Diva, her recordings as the leader of Martha and the Vandellas produced a string of immortal hits including Heat Wave, Nowhere to Run, Jimmy Mack, and the Motown anthem, Dancing In The Street. At this Smith Series event, Reeves will bring back those classic Motown sounds, singing her greatest hits, backed up by the always exciting Western Hemisphere Orchestra.

To buy tickets, call 503-838-8333 or download and fill out this order form

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WOU Welcomes Former President of Mexico, Vicente Fox To Campus. Please Join Us On October 20th To See Vicente Fox Discuss A ‘New Economy For Latin America’

by WOU on October 18, 2011 · 0 comments

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Vicente Fox – President of Mexico 2000-2006 - Keynote Address: “New Economy for Latin America”

Date: October 20, 2011

Location: NEW PE Building, WOU Campus

Tickets: General Admission: $20 in advance, $25 at the door
Faculty, Staff and Students: $10 in advance and $15 at the doorFaculty, Staff and Students with a valid WOU ID card are eligible to receive one free ticket. Tickets for the keynote may be picked up at WUC Info Desk.

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Smith Fine Arts Series Invites You To Join ‘Oregon’ In Concert October 8, 2011

September 29, 2011

The Smith Fine Arts Series is bringing 8 exciting concerts to Rice Auditorium in 2011 and 2012 starting with the musically acclaimed group Oregon on October 8th. The Boston Globe says “At the core of an OREGON concert is a joyful embracing of adventure”. Smith Fine Arts Series describes Oregon: “In their 42st Year of touring and performing [...]

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WOU 211 Fall Sports Schedules

September 29, 2011

We’re very excited to get our 2011 fall sports schedule in the mail. For a complete listing of all schedules and to purchase tickets, visit www.wouwolves.com. See you at the games!

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25th Annual Wolfpack Athletic Auction

May 9, 2011

We had a fantastic time at the 25th annual Wolfpack athletic auction which was held Saturday evening May 7 in Salem at the Salem Conference Center. The auction serves as the primary fundraiser for the athletic department, with all proceeds generated going directly to supporting student-athlete scholarships. The auction was hosted by WOU Graduate and KGW [...]

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NEW WOU Wolves Academic and Athletic Logos Unveiled Today

May 3, 2011

The brand new Western Oregon Wolves athletic logos were unveiled today at Western Oregon University’s Werner University Center Plaza. WOU last updated our logo 12 years ago. The new logos were designed by Rickabaugh Graphics. “We are so excited to unveil our new athletic logos and marks on May 3. Developing an identity and brand is [...]

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You’re Invited To The 25th Annual WOU Wolfpack Auction

May 3, 2011

We hope you’ll join us at the 25th Annual Athletic Auction on Saturday, May 7th at the Salem Conference Center, in Salem, Oregon. It will be a fun filled night spent with over 275 alumni, student athletes and fellow fans – all benefiting very deserving WOU student athletes through life changing scholarships. The evening starts at 5:00 PM with a [...]

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Don’t Miss The Spring 2011 Hamersly Library Exhibit: Avian Art – Birds In Image and Word

April 12, 2011

Celebrating the Hamersly Library’s fine collection of nineteenth-century hand-colored Audubon prints along with work by locally living artists, birders and writers, this show explores the forms and words shaped by birds in the human imagination. Featured artists include Richard Bunse, Paul Gentry, Jodie Garrison Raborn, and Kim Hoffman; featured poets include Donna Henderson, Karen Holmberg, Charles Goodrich, John Campbell and Oregon [...]

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Join The Grand Opening Celebration Of The NEW WOU Health And Wellness Center today at 12PM

April 8, 2011

Join us: Preview WOU’s new 45,000 square foot Health & Wellness Center with Director Rip Horsey. Then, join in the Grand Opening Celebration Friday, April 8th from 12-1:30pm. www.wou.edu/student/hwc

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WOU Music Department To Present The Off-Broadway Musical Tonight – I Love You, You’re Perfect, Now Change

April 6, 2011

From WOU News: Western Oregon University’s Music Department will present the off-Broadway musical production “I Love You, You’re Perfect, Now Change” on Wednesday, April 6 at 7:30 p.m. in Smith Music Hall, room 121. Tickets are $8 for general admission and $5 for students, and can be purchased at the Box Office by calling 503-838-8275. [...]

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