The I Forum on Ethnographic Investigations with Children and Youth will be held at Western Oregon University on May 30 & 31, 2019.
Address Western Oregon University 345 N. Monmouth Ave. Monmouth, Oregon 97361 The event will be held at the Richard Woodcock Education Center (RWEC) Local Contact Dr. Maria Dantas-Whitney Division of Education and Leadership Tel: (503) 838-8636 (If needed, leave a voicemail message and your call will be promptly returned) For International Visitors It will be helpful to have the following documents and information when you enter the U.S.:
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Monmouth, Oregon
Western Oregon University’s picturesque campus is located in Monmouth, 20 minutes from the state capital of Salem in the heart of the Willamette Valley. About an hour from Portland, Eugene and the Pacific Coast, Monmouth has a population of nearly 10,000 residents.
At the end of May, the weather in Monmouth is typically warm and sunny with temperatures around 70° F (21°C ). Rain is possible this time of year, so be sure to pack a light rain jacket.
At the end of May, the weather in Monmouth is typically warm and sunny with temperatures around 70° F (21°C ). Rain is possible this time of year, so be sure to pack a light rain jacket.
Getting Here
The closest international airport is located in Portland, Oregon (PDX), which is one hour and 30 minutes from Western Oregon University.
Renting a Car: It is recommended that out-of-state and international visitors rent a car at the airport to travel to the university and to explore the surrounding area. A list of rental car companies located at the Portland International Airport can be found here. Travel websites like Expedia and Travelocity often offer discounts on rental cars. Directions from the Portland airport to Western Oregon University can be found here.
Shuttle/ Uber: For those who do not wish to rent a car, it is possible to reach Western Oregon University by taking the Oregon Express Shuttle to Salem (Holiday Inn stop; $28 each direction). You should reserve a seat on the shuttle in advance based on your arrival time at the Portland Airport. From the Holiday Inn in Salem, you can take an Uber or Lyft ride to Western Oregon University ($30-$40 each direction).
Renting a Car: It is recommended that out-of-state and international visitors rent a car at the airport to travel to the university and to explore the surrounding area. A list of rental car companies located at the Portland International Airport can be found here. Travel websites like Expedia and Travelocity often offer discounts on rental cars. Directions from the Portland airport to Western Oregon University can be found here.
Shuttle/ Uber: For those who do not wish to rent a car, it is possible to reach Western Oregon University by taking the Oregon Express Shuttle to Salem (Holiday Inn stop; $28 each direction). You should reserve a seat on the shuttle in advance based on your arrival time at the Portland Airport. From the Holiday Inn in Salem, you can take an Uber or Lyft ride to Western Oregon University ($30-$40 each direction).
Maps & Directions More information can be found about Western Oregon University's campus and location here.
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Local AttractionsIn the heart of the Willamette Valley, Monmouth is a great base for exploring local wineries, state forests, the city of Portland, & the Pacific Coast.
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Dining in MonmouthWestern Oregon University staff recommend their favorite restaurants around town.
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Questions? Please send an email to: [email protected]