Western Oregon University's main haunted description involves Todd Hall, said to be haunted by Jessica Todd, a former Dean of Women and Dormitories who was protective of the all-female residence the building originally was. Reported hauntings include hearing footsteps, flickering lights, moving objects, and seeing her spirit as a bright light or appearing in the building. There are also mentions of the "Evil Ackerman Elevators" with malfunctioning doors and lights, though some suggest these are just lighthearted campus stories. The legend centers on Jessica Todd, a strict headmistress and former Dean of Women. She is believed to reside in the building, originally a women's residence hall. Students and staff have reported hearing footsteps, seeing lights flicker, and witnessing objects move on their own. Some legends say her spirit keeps watch over students or appears as a bright light. Another reported phenomenon involves the elevators in Ackerman Hall. These elevators have been known to stop without opening doors, descend before the gate closes, or open to empty floors. While some find the elevator experiences unsettling, others consider them to be harmless, lighthearted ghost stories shared among students.