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Eastern Oregon University Administrative Professionals are unclassified, non-ranked, fixed-term administrative positions. The Administrative Professional Executive Committee (APEC) is charged via the University Constitution to represent all Administrative Professionals on various issues. Administrative Professionals elect the APEC members. View APEC’s Charter and by-laws and the meeting minutes from the monthly APEC meetings. Administrative Professionals can contact APEC by email at apec-group@eou.edu or through our feedback form.
Administrative Professionals Executive CommitteeEastern Oregon UniversityOne University BoulevardLa Grande, OR 97850-2899E-Mail: apec-group@eou.edu
Sam’s dedication, professionalism, and unwavering commitment to student success make her an outstanding choice for November’s Administrative Professional of the Month. Colleagues consistently describe her as a steady, uplifting presence in Advising, someone who not only goes above and beyond, but who does so with positivity, warmth, and deep institutional knowledge. This term, Sam visited CORE classes to help freshmen prepare for two-term registration, even scheduling advising appointments for students unable to meet with their assigned advisors. Her 30+ years of service to EOU are marked by leadership, collaboration, and an exceptional ability to connect data with real student experiences. Whether supporting faculty, advising councils, task forces, or major university initiatives, Sam brings insight, efficiency, and integrity to every project. She models the highest standards, inspires excellence in those around her, and continually advocates for students and colleagues alike. Sam truly “bleeds blue and gold,” making EOU feel like family for all who work with her, and exemplifying what it means to be an Administrative Professional of the Month.
Jamie Landa is a shining example of dedication, leadership, and support at Eastern Oregon University. Her colleagues describe her as someone who consistently goes above and beyond for her department and the campus community. Known for her open door and willingness to listen, Jamie provides thoughtful guidance to anyone navigating tasks or conflicts, always with professionalism and empathy.While her department has been operating with limited staffing, she has taken on additional responsibilities with a positive attitude, including her vital role in helping bring college operations together under a provost-assigned restructuring effort. Jamie approaches this challenging work with care for all individuals involved, ensuring that every voice is heard during times of change.She is also recognized for her strong advocacy on behalf of employees and her commitment to creating a supportive environment across campus. She played a key part in developing a new onboarding system designed to make navigating EOU’s processes more accessible for new hires. Her colleagues deeply value her hard work, integrity, and genuine investment in the success and well-being of others. We are proud to honor Jamie as October’s Administrative Professional of the Month.
The EOU Administrative Professional Employment Handbook is intended as a general guide to employment-related laws, rules and policies applicable to the University and Administrative Professional employees. Nothing in this document does or is intended to create a contract of employment.