Student wives and female students, staff, and faculty members make up the Women of Western (WOW). This is a fellowship designed to encourage women intellectually; provide opportunity for them to develop skills in ministry and in their roles as wives and mothers; and to foster their own moral, spiritual, and character development. It also provides opportunities for leadership and training in a practical, supportive environment. The fellowship brings together women from diverse backgrounds who share common goals. The group meets periodically during the fall and spring semesters. Occasionally, special events are planned that include the entire Seminary community.

WOW events provide social interaction and spiritual enrichment for all women and wives of faculty, staff, and students on the Portland campus of Western. We desire to encourage & equip women for their unique place in the world.

2007 - 2008

WOW EVENTS + important campus dates

*all-campus event, sponsored by Student Services.

tba = to be announced

Mentoring Groups or one-on-one

Women students and student wives are encouraged to spend time with 3-6 other women and a mentor. This is a place to grow, experience deeper friendships, and benefit from the experiences of mature women. Personal mentoring may also be an option.

Partners in Ministry

As future ministry wives Western Seminary has a special interest in you! There are many opportunities to help you grow and prepare for ministry along with your husband. Some of these include: mentoring, Learning Together program, Partners in Ministry Certificate program, special events, and fellowship times. We want to help strengthen the bond between you and your husband , encourage ministry skills, deepen biblical understanding, and provide mentoring relationships, as well as develop & nurture relationships with other wives. Please enrich your time at Western Seminary and avail yourself of some of these wonderful opportunities. For more information on Partners in Ministry.

Learning Together Program

Student husband and wife, as partners in ministry, have the opportunity to learn together here at Western Seminary. Spouses are permitted to sit in on classes at no cost. Learning Together (LT) was established during the 1982-83 school year for the purpose of demonstrating our commitment to preparing couples for vocational ministry. The benefits should be obvious: husband and wife would have additional shared experiences, and the spouse's personal and ministry potential would be enhanced. For more information on the Learning Together program.

Please contact the Women's Center for Ministry for more information on WOW, mentoring opportunities, Learning Together program or the Partners in Ministry Certificate program.