Connor King-Goehring
Summary
Dynamic and student-centered higher education professional with over two years of experience in student engagement, leadership development, and inclusive programming at Western Oregon University. Skilled in outreach, event planning, and advising, with a strong commitment to equity, access, and student success. Bilingual in English and American Sign Language (ASL), with a proven ability to build relationships across diverse student populations and campus communities. Passionate about supporting first-year students and fostering belonging through strategic recruitment and personalized support.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
4
4
Certifications
5
5
Accomplishments
Quote
"Diversity asks, 'Who's in the room?'
Equity asks, 'Who is trying to get into the room but can't?'
Inclusion asks, 'Has everyone's ideas been heard?'
Justice responds, 'Whose ideas won't be taken seriously because they aren't in the majority?'"
Dafina-Lazarus Stewart
Work History
Coordinator of Leadership and Programs
Western Oregon University | University Housing
08.2023 - Current
- Advised RHA Executive Board and General Assembly; supported hall programming to build community.
- Implemented Hall Government Advisor training and facilitated intensive Fall training and ongoing learning.
- Managed crisis situations on call with prompt action and sound judgment; served on-call rotation with other University Housing Professional Staff.
- Conducted Resident Assistant (RA) training and University Housing Student Staff In-services.
- Provided consultation to students, parents, and staff; aided in planning and implementing training programs.
- Performed administrative duties, including office hours, student check-in/check-out procedures, and budget management.
- Monitored and managed RHA and weekend programs budget (~$25,000); represented University Housing on campus committees.
Interim Judicial Administrator
Associated Students of Western Oregon University (ASWOU)
03.2023 - 06.2023
- To serve as the University spokesperson of the ASWOU Judicial Board.
- To exercise administrative control over the operations and internal resources of the Judicial Board (ASWOU Justices and other numerous committees under the jurisdiction of ASWOU).
- To plan and implement the judicial agenda of the Judicial Board.
- The establishment of Judicial Board meeting times and places.
- To call extraordinary meetings of the Judicial Board, if necessary.
- Choosing which members to recognize during floor debate, ruling on points of order, and maintaining decorum within Judicial Board meetings.
Senate President
Associated Students of Western Oregon University (ASWOU)
06.2022 - 06.2023
- To serve as the University spokesperson of the ASWOU Senate.
- To exercise administrative control over the operations and internal resources of the Senate (ASWOU Senators and other numerous committees under the jurisdiction of ASWOU).
- To plan and implement the legislative agenda of the Senate.
- Preside over the Senate, choose which Members to recognize during floor debate, rule on points of order, and maintain decorum.
- To declare the outcome of votes and announce the results of recorded votes within Senate meetings.
- To refer legislation to a committee(s) and set deadlines for committee action.
- Signing bills to be presented to the ASWOU President for signing.
Campus Ambassador (Member and 2023-2024 Co-Coordinator)
WOU Admissions
06.2022 - 06.2023
- Giving campus tours to new and prospective students and their families.
- Answers questions the family or student had surrounding buildings, housing, dining, and student life at Western Oregon University.
- Maintaining knowledge of facts and campus information.
- Maintaining a professional and personable experience with guests.
- Recruitment Tactic to better WOU's enrollment strategies.
PLUS Team and Returning WOU Crew Member
WOU New Student and Family Programs
06.2022 - 06.2023
- Supported incoming students as they get acclimated into campus life.
- Getting students involved throughout PACK Connect Days over the summer and PACK Welcome Week of the 2022-2023 school year.
- Familiarized myself with more communication and conflict management skills throughout my role within the team.
President
Residence Hall Association
08.2021 - 06.2022
- Chaired Executive and General Assembly Meetings.
- Crisis and first responder training.
- Support and further educate hall committees on programming.
- Working with diverse teams of student leaders with different perspectives.
- Implementing and executing large-scale programs.
- Allocated a $10,000 Western Oregon University budget appropriately to plan student events.
- Implementing critical thinking and problem-solving skills in unexpected programming situations.
Education
Master of Science in Education - Leadership in Higher Education
Southern Oregon University
Ashland, OR05-2025
Bachelor of Arts - American Sign Language Studies, Humanities
Western Oregon University
Monmouth, OR06.2023
Diploma - Seal of Biliteracy
Alta Loma High School
Alta Loma, CA05.2020
Skills
- Organized
- Detail Oriented
- Time Management
- Adaptable
- Public Speaking
- Google Suite
- Microsoft 365
- Multitasking and organization
- Customer service
- Data entry
- Decision-making
- Discretion and confidentiality
Accomplishments
- Coordinated a range of student leadership and weekend programming efforts that consistently supported engagement for first-year and residential students.
- Advised and supported RHA student leaders and Hall Hosts, helping to foster a welcoming, inclusive, and developmentally-focused living environment.
- Partnered with departments like Abby's House and Campus Dining to co-host educational and community-based programs for diverse student audiences.
- Managed logistics for excursions and campus-wide events, including marketing, sign-ups, transportation, and staff supervision.
- Contributed to the planning and implementation of training for student leaders, including RA programming workshops and leadership development sessions.
LANGUAGES
English (Fluent)
American Sign Language (Fluent)
Certification
- Title IX Responsible Employee Training – Western Oregon University
- SafeZone LGBTQ+ Trainer – Western Oregon University
- Mental Health First Aid (Completed training, not currently certified)
- FERPA Compliance Training – Western Oregon University
- Supervising Student Staff Workshop Series – Southern Oregon University
Work Availability
monday
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morning
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Work Type
Full TimeWork Location
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Coordinator of Leadership and Programs
Western Oregon University | University Housing
08.2023 - Current
Interim Judicial Administrator
Associated Students of Western Oregon University (ASWOU)
03.2023 - 06.2023
Senate President
Associated Students of Western Oregon University (ASWOU)
06.2022 - 06.2023
Campus Ambassador (Member and 2023-2024 Co-Coordinator)
WOU Admissions
06.2022 - 06.2023
PLUS Team and Returning WOU Crew Member
WOU New Student and Family Programs
06.2022 - 06.2023
President
Residence Hall Association
08.2021 - 06.2022
Bachelor of Arts - American Sign Language Studies, Humanities
Western Oregon University
Diploma - Seal of Biliteracy
Alta Loma High School
Master of Science in Education - Leadership in Higher Education
Southern Oregon University
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