PWS
Staff
Just a few of the people working to make Western a safe and healthy place
Elva
Giddings
Acting Director of Prevention & Wellness Services,
Coordinator,
Alcohol and Drug Consultation and Assessment Services (ADCAS)
Elva is a resource for information about most alcohol and other drug questions. If she doesn't know the answer, she'll find it for you. Elva is also happy to discuss photography, wolves (she has a veritable wolf sanctuary in her office!), gardening, needlepoint, and contemporary mystery and science fiction by women writers.
Jackie
Stein
Health Educator, Coordinator of the Lifestyle Advisor Program
Jackie is the contact person for information about the Lifestyle Advisor (LA) program.
Joshua O'Donnell
Men's Violence Prevention Coordinator
Joshua's role at Western is to ask men to take responsibility for and address men's violence. He is available as a resource for all Western students and staff.
Stop by or contact Joshua if you:
- are concerned or
have questions about your partner, friend, or loved one who has experienced
violence
- are a male survivor
of violence
- are a male who
feels incomplete, who knows that there is more to being a man (or a
person for that matter) than we are traditionally
taught
- want to explore
the link between oppression, privilege, and violence
- want to talk with
someone about how you deal with anger and/or aggression
- want information or referrals for an assignment
"Hey all, I am a fellow student on campus who is majoring in Sociology and minoring in Women's Studies. I usually need some coffee in the morning to get me going and once that happens, I love being active on and off campus. Nothing is better than meeting new people, being outdoors, or grilling some masterful dinners. Hope to see you around the office!"
Devlin O'Donnell
Crime and Sexual Assault Victims' Services (CASAS) Coordinator
Devlin is a resource for students interested in discussing the complexities of sexual violence in our society, how we can address this issue, and what we can do to support those affected by sexual violence.
Catharine
Vader, BSN, RNC
Self-Care Center Coordinator
Catharine serves as a consulting nurse. If you are sick and wondering what you should do, Catharine is a good person to call for resources and referrals.