Before you dive into your first term of classes, we have a jam-packed week of exciting activities to help you become acclimated to campus life. From speakers, to socials, to signing your name on the sidewalk, join your fellow new wolves to begin making your mark at WOU!
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The Mosaic Center invites you to join us for a Move-In BBQ to welcome you and all new incoming students to campus! The Mosaic Center is a culturally relevant, accessible and inclusive space (located within the Werner University Center) that is reflective of the diverse identities and values of our student body. The center houses the Black Student Union (BSU), Filipino American Association at WOU (FAAWOU), Hawaiian Club, Movimiento Estudiantil Chicano de Aztlán (MEChA), Multicultural Student Union (MSU), Native Indigenous Culture Club (NICC), and Unidos Migrant Student Association (UNIDOS). The Mission of the Mosaic Center is to provide a work and gathering space for multicultural/cultural identity based student organizations to collaborate, promote advocacy, coordinate programming and steward resources.
Cultural Connections is a program sponsored by the PACE (Peer Allies for College Engagement) Program within the Multicultural Student Services & Programs Office, that is designed to provide an orientation opportunity to culturally diverse students. You will have a chance to meet MSSP staff members, the PACE Coordinators and the PACE Mentors that are current students who are excited to work with you and share information about programs and leadership opportunities on campus. Our goal is to support you as you make your transition to Western Oregon University. There is one Cultural Connections Session each week day of Pack Welcome Week and there will be a drawing for prizes at each session! For those of you that attend all of the Cultural Connection sessions, you will be in the drawing for the grand prize at the final session of the week! (Grand Prize: TBD)
Monday September 21, 2026 4:30pm - 7:00pm PDT The Grove
Don't miss your first chance to gather with your classmates under the turf field lights! At the end of the event you'll be apart of creating the annual Human "W" photo, a WOU tradition that will be displayed in the WUC for years to come.
Step right up for one of the most exciting nights of PACK Welcome Week! Enjoy classic carnival games, win prizes and goodies, strike a pose at the photo booth, get your own caricature, and test your luck during RHA Bingo for a chance to win some amazing grand prizes. Then, stick around as we wrap up the night with a can't-miss magic show full of surprises!
Find your people and discover your place at WOU! Whether you're looking to make new friends, explore a hobby, build leadership skills, or just see what's out there, Find Your Wolf Pack is the perfect place to start.
Meet members from WOU's clubs and organizations, learn what they're all about, and find the groups that match your interests and passions.
While you're exploring, cool off with a free Kona Ice shaved ice, grab some fun swag, and start building your Wolf Pack. You never know the club you join today could become your favorite part of your WOU experience!
If you can't make it, make sure to visit "Involve" on Experience to see all the organizations you could join!
Wednesday September 23, 2026 3:00pm - 5:00pm PDT The Grove
Come explore everything that our local community has to offer!
Explore local restaurants and try a free sample of their favorites, stop by booths featuring local businesses from around the area. And yes…there will be TONS of free giveaways for students!
The more businesses you visit, the more ticket entries you’ll earn for a chance to win prizes, including gift cards and other goodies from local businesses! Hobby Horse Racing!! Think you’ve got what it takes to be the fastest horse in town? Come watch the WOU Crew go head-to-head in our ridiculous (and highly competitive)
Hobby Horse Races! Cheer on your favorite rider, pick your champion, and find out who will be crowned this year’s Hobby Horse Racing Champion! And who knows… you might even get the chance to jump on a hobby horse yourself and race. Sponsored by WOU, the Monmouth Business Association, Maps Credit Union and local MI businesses.
Grab your ID card and put on your favorite activewear! It's time to have a blast with Campus Recreation at the Health & Wellness Center. Whether you want to spike a volleyball, conquer the climbing wall, sign up for Club Sports, or jump in on a fitness class, there’s something for everyone!
Bring your competitive spirit and challenge your classmates or WOU Crew to a friendly showdown or not so friendly dodgeball game…..
Rise and shine, Wolves! Kick off your WOU journey with one of our favorite traditions. Join your fellow classmates to watch the sunrise, enjoy a free pancake & sausage breakfast, and celebrate the start of an unforgettable year. (GF pancakes and plant-based sausage also provided)
Wear your favorite red and black and dress for the cool morning! After the sun rises, leave your mark by signing your name alongside generations of Wolves on the sidewalk.
A few years from now on the night before your graduation, you'll return to the same spot to watch the sunset with your class, a full-circle WOU tradition you'll never forget.
Make your mark at WOU! Leave your "paw print" by signing your name on the sidewalk during this PACK Welcome Week tradition. It's a fun way to celebrate the start of your college journey and leave a lasting reminder that you were here. Years from now, you can come back and find your signature as a piece of your WOU story. This tradition goes back to the fall of 1959!
This is a great opportunity to meet with on campus, and local employers seeking: part-time workers, volunteer help, and work study students. Find out how to gain some experience, and put some cash in the bank. We encourage you to complete your resume and bring it along. If you need assistance with your resume, or want to know what to expect from general interviews, feel free to visit CPP, SSC205 and talk with one of our trained staff. Interviews are by invitation, or drop in. If you drop in you can schedule a time, or wait for an opening.
Don't get lost on your first day! Join your WOU Crew member for a Find Your Classes & Professors' Offices Tour and make sure you know exactly where you're going when classes start. Bring your class schedule and they will tailor the tour to find your fall term rooms.
Did you miss out on Coachella this year? No worries!! WOUChella is finally here! Break out your best festival fits and get ready to glow! Join us for a neon dance party packed with music, dancing, glow-in-the-dark face and body paint, refreshing lemonade, and an opportunity to show off your moves!
And don’t forget to stick around for the raffle at the end...you might just walk away with a prize!
Take a ride to the Independence Cinema and enjoy a late night movie with just your peers! Indy Cinema partners with campus constantly to bring entertainment to the area. Bring your WOU ID, $9 cash to get in ($5 if you live on campus). Bring extra money for snacks and treatsies! Ticket sales end at Midnight. Wolfride will drive you over! Meet in H-lot outside of Ackerman Hall. Closed captioning available for all movies.
Movies playing : Coming Soon All movies start at 12am!
Friday September 25, 2026 11:30pm - Saturday September 26, 2026 2:00am PDT Independence Cinema
Wear your favorite WOU gear and cheer on your Wolves at the first home game of the season against Angelo State! Free for students who bring their WOU Student ID Card!
Time to discover your classes' hidden stars! Lights, camera, HollyWOUd! One of PACK Welcome Week's favorite traditions you won't want to miss. Cheer on your fellow WOU students as they take the stage with incredible performances showcasing everything from music and dance to comedy and unique talents. Discover hidden stars
The excitement doesn't stop there! Your WOU Crew Members will take the stage for a special performance, and you'll get the first look at the official PACK Welcome Week recap video, highlighting all the memories you've made throughout the week.
As an added bonus, everyone in attendance will be entered for a chance to win a brand-new TV. Grab your friends, find a seat, and get ready for an amazing night to close out PACK Welcome Week!
