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
Gaining Title IX knowledge might not be on your list of to-do's this welcome week, but it will be when you realize you can do it with the help of a miniature pony!! Join the Title IX Coordinator (with the help of WOU's Equestrian team members) in a friendly competition involving obstacles, Title IX trivia, and Cookie Monster (the wonder pony)!!
Wednesday September 23, 2026 11:00am - 12:30pm PDT The Grove
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
Ride Into Welcome Week with WOU Equestrian at the Mini Pony Photo Stop & Golden Ticket Prize event. Meet a miniature pony up close for fun photo opportunities, snap the perfect campus memory, and learn more about the Western Oregon University Equestrian Team while you're there. Don't forget to grab your Golden Ticket for a chance to win an exclusive “Meet the Horses” barn visit and grooming session with the team horses. . . an experience that gets you behind the scenes with the team. Whether you're curious about riding, love animals, or just looking for something fun to do on campus, this is your chance to connect, win, and discover what the equestrian team is all about.
Thursday September 24, 2026 10:00am - 12:00pm PDT The Grove
