Ismar Vallecillos, our Northwest Region Operations Director, sits down with 9NEWS Denver to talk scholarships, along with Kaitlyn Heaton the recipient of the Roy Romer Opportunity Scholarship. 9news.com/video/entertai…

As part of #mentalhealthawarenessmonth, here's an look at the role employers play in their employees' mental health, from two experts on mental health in the workplace, Western Governors U.'s Ashley Dugger and Joseline Castaños, PhD #mentalhealth #employeehealth hrprofessionalsmagazine.com/2023/05/05/men…

Thanks to Angela Condon for representing Western Governors U. at today's Seattle Seahawks Military Hiring and Resource Fair powered by The Boeing Company! This event is provided by WA Veterans Affairs and is dedicated to our local military community. #military #jobfair #militaryappreciationmonth #salutetoservice

Exciting to see two-time Western Governors U. alum Crystal Allenton honored as one of 100 inspiring teachers across the nation by TheWaltDisneyCompany. The educators were honored by Disney Imagination Campus for bringing creativity and imagination to life in their curriculum. disneylandnews.com/2023/05/01/100…

Pride Month is just around the corner and our Western Governors U. Northwest Region will be participating in Pride Festivities in Seattle (June 25), Yelm (June 10), and Salt Lake City (June 4)! #PrideMyWay SLC: lnkd.in/gzwUCsft Yelm: lnkd.in/gdZgy6nw Seattle lnkd.in/gmXHMJ3T

Only 50 days until Commencement in Seattle! The festivities are July 15 at Climate Pledge Arena along with an alumni party July 14 at The Museum of Flight. Get the details, deadlines, and other info at the link below - we can't wait to celebrate with you!! #wgugrad wgu.edu/alumni/commenc…

Memorial Day is a time to reflect on the ultimate sacrifice made by so many soldiers in service to the U.S.A. Today we honor those who served this country and who gave their lives so that we may continue to enjoy our freedom. #memorialday #heroes #gratitude #sacrifice #freedom

Are you joining us for Commencement in Seattle July 15? Be sure not to miss anything by downloading the WGU Commencement App - announcements, directions, tickets, schedules, updates, and more! The deadline to RSVP for Seattle Commencement is June 16 here: wgu.edu/alumni/commenc…

Wanting to stay in your hometown shouldn’t bar you from obtaining a college education that can help you reach your career goals. A new scholarship opportunity from Western Governors U. is aimed at adult learners who live in rural areas of the country #livewhereyoulearn wgu.edu/blog/2023/05/w…

We love a good parade! Thanks to all the PRIDE Owls, Western Governors U. students/staff/alumni, and other allies for showing up to support our more than 110 marchers in the Salt Lake City Pride Parade yesterday - check out those fabulous rainbow capes!! ! #pridemonth #wgu #visibility #advocacy

.Western Governors U. and Latinos In Action announced a new partnership to increase access to affordable, competency-based, online education for Latino youth and families in Utah and across the nation. Frengy Alvarado, Panas en Utah, Ismar Vallecillos, Jose Enriquez (LIA) wgu.edu/financial-aid-…

Having an amazing day celebrating #pridemyway at the Yelm Pride Festival! Thanks to all those who have stopped by our booth - and we'll be here until 6pm so there's still time to come celebrate! #pride #celebrate #diversity #visibility #yelm #rural

Layoffs and staff reductions at Big Tech companies have become all-too-frequent news headlines, leaving many wondering, ‘Are cybersecurity jobs secure?’ Don't let Big Tech layoffs deter you from pursuing a career in cybersecurity #IT #cybersecurity #WGU wgu.edu/blog/washingto…

#Seahawks! #Mariners! #NightOwls! Oh my!!! Award-winning broadcaster Jen Mueller will deliver the #keynote address at Western Governors U. commencement ceremonies 7/15 at Climate Pledge Arena. Thanks Jen for your partnership and for all you do to support student success and high-quality education!

For many, Juneteenth is the catalyst to celebrate, reflect, and acknowledge freedom for Black and African American communities across the nation. At Western Governors U., we are committed to creating pathways to opportunities that provide equitable access for all.

Our #countdowntocommencement is ON! This beautiful first day of summer is just 23 days away from Western Governors U. commencement at Climate Pledge Arena in Seattle – leave a comment if you are attending and where you live now! #commencement #wgugrad #success #graduation

The #countdowntocommencement continues (only 19 days!) with an inspiring story about the love of education and one family's path to Western Governors U. #wgugrad #commencement #graduation wgu.edu/blog/washingto…

T-minus 10 days until Commencement in Seattle!! Visit the link below for details about Friday's Alumni Celebration (7/14) and Saturday's two Commencement ceremonies (7/15) and download the Western Governors U. Commencement app on your mobile phone wgu.edu/alumni/commenc… #CountdownToCommencement

If you are able, please consider donating to the WGU Student Emergency Aid Fund – and contribute critical assistance to #NightOwls impacted by the #MauiWildfires. giving.wgu.edu/pages/home-239…

For more than 12 years, we've loved connecting with #PNW #NightOwls on Twitter/X. Now, to build a larger, stronger community of students and alumni from across the nation, we are launching a new handle: WGU News. We will archive this account on 8/31/23. Thank you!