National Giving Tuesday ignites alumni and friends of EOU to support students and programs

Nov. 15, 2023 National Giving Tuesday ignites alumni and friends of EOU to support students and programs La Grande, Ore. – The Eastern Oregon University Foundation will once again host a Giving Tuesday campaign, starting with early promotional efforts and culminating into an organic campaign, coinciding with the national Giving Tuesday platform. The national nonprofit […]

Native American Heritage Month recognized at EOU

Nov. 13, 2023 Native American Heritage Month recognized at EOU LA GRANDE, Ore. – Eastern Oregon University (EOU) is pleased to announce that November is Native American Heritage Month, a time to celebrate and honor the rich cultures, histories, and contributions of Native Americans in our community and across the nation.  This month provides an […]

November Board of Trustees Meeting to be held Nov 15 & 16

Nov. 13, 2023 November Board of Trustees Meeting to be held Nov 15 & 16 LA GRANDE, Ore. – Eastern Oregon University’s board of trustees will host a regular board meeting on Wednesday, Nov. 15 and Thursday, Nov. 16, 2023. This meeting will take place on the campus of Eastern Oregon University in the Integrated […]

New Photo Exhibit at Ackerman Hall Showcases Nez Perce Music in Collaboration with The Josephy Center

Nov. 8, 2023 New Photo Exhibit at Ackerman Hall Showcases Nez Perce Music in Collaboration with The Josephy Center LA GRANDE, Ore. – The Josephy Center, in collaboration with Eastern Oregon University, announces the opening of an enlightening photo exhibit, “Nez Perce Music: Tradition, Assimilation, and Resistance.”  This exhibit delves into the rich musical heritage […]

Holiday Sounds and Holiday Cheer Await at The Observer’s 31st Annual Holiday Music Festival, Eastern Oregon University sponsored by Koza Family Dental Care

Nov. 6, 2023 Holiday Sounds and Holiday Cheer Await at The Observer’s 31st Annual Holiday Music Festival, Eastern Oregon University sponsored by Koza Family Dental Care LA GRANDE, Ore. – The Observer’s 31st Annual Holiday Music Festival at Eastern Oregon University, proudly sponsored by Koza Family Dental Care, is set to enchant audiences on Saturday, […]

What Heaven Brought You and Me; A Solo Exhibition by Andrea Alonge

Nov. 1, 2023 What Heaven Brought You and Me; A Solo Exhibition by Andrea Alonge LA GRANDE, Ore. – The Nightingale Gallery of Eastern Oregon University is pleased to present an exhibit by textile artist Andrea Alonge entitled “What Heaven Brought You and Me.” The exhibit title is a lyric from “Southern Cross” by Crosby, […]

Eastern Oregon University Earns Top Honors; Paving the Way for Excellence in Higher Education

Nov. 1, 2023 Eastern Oregon University Earns Top Honors; Paving the Way for Excellence in Higher Education LA GRANDE, Ore. – Eastern Oregon University (EOU) is pleased to announce its inclusion in yet another prestigious list of institutions assessed for the year 2024. The recognition by Intelligent.com, a resource for program rankings and higher education […]

Eastern Oregon University unveils fresh take on ‘Dracula’ for 2023-24 theatrical season

Oct. 24, 2023 Eastern Oregon University unveils fresh take on ‘Dracula’ for 2023-24 theatrical season LA GRANDE, Ore. – The upcoming theatrical production at Eastern Oregon University (EOU), scheduled for the 2023-24 school year, is set to captivate audiences with a fresh take on Bram Stoker’s timeless classic, “Dracula.” In a recent interview with director, […]

Eastern Oregon University Announces Alumni Association Award Recipients

Oct. 23, 2023 Eastern Oregon University Announces Alumni Association Award Recipients LA GRANDE, Ore. – Eastern Oregon University celebrates and recognizes the exceptional lifetime achievements of three remarkable alumni, each representing a distinct category of excellence. The annual awards are a testament to the unwavering dedication, outstanding service, and remarkable accomplishments of EOU’s alumni community. […]

EOU Writing Center opens doors in Cook Memorial Library’s “The Studio” space

Oct. 19, 2023 EOU Writing Center opens doors in Cook Memorial Library’s “The Studio” space LA GRANDE, Ore. – The EOU Community Writing Center opened its doors on Monday, Oct. 2, for the community and students to help foster a culture of strong writing support.  Open during the fall term, with plans to continue serving […]

Oregon Rural Teacher Corps at EOU names next cohort

Oct. 18, 2023 Oregon Rural Teacher Corps at EOU names next cohort LA GRANDE, Ore. – Teach Rural Oregon and the Eastern Oregon University College of Education are pleased to announce the selection of the second class of the Oregon Rural Teacher Corps (ORTC). ORTC originated as part of a catalyst grant partnership with the […]

EOU’s Summer Bridge Scholars Shine at Community Writing Conference in Denver

Oct. 18, 2023 EOU’s Summer Bridge Scholars Shine at Community Writing Conference in Denver LA GRANDE, Ore. – Ten current and former EOU Summer Bridge students, mentors, faculty, and staff traveled together to Denver last week to present their collaborative talk “Making Place: Imagining a Culturally-Sustaining, Community-Engaged Summer Bridge Program in Rural Oregon” at the […]

Eastern Oregon University Reading Clinic Offers Affordable and Accessible Online Teacher Training Program to Improve Early Literacy Success in Oregon Schools

Oct. 11, 2023 Eastern Oregon University Reading Clinic Offers Affordable and Accessible Online Teacher Training Program to Improve Early Literacy Success in Oregon Schools LA GRANDE, Ore. – Eastern Oregon University (EOU) is excited to announce the launch of “Building a Strong Foundation in Literacy,” a new online training program for inservice teachers. This program […]

EOU remains the most affordable university education in Oregon

Oct. 10, 2023 EOU remains the most affordable university education in Oregon LA GRANDE, Ore. – Eastern Oregon University (EOU), remains the most affordable university in Oregon according to Research.com, Best Value Colleges in Oregon. Every year, Research.com, a top academic platform, rates American colleges based on how affordable they are, the quality of education […]

Eastern Oregon University was title sponsor of Eastern Oregon Economic Summit that brought hundreds to La Grande

Aug. 8, 2023 Eastern Oregon University was title sponsor of Eastern Oregon Economic Summit that brought hundreds to La Grande LA GRANDE, Ore. – More than 200 statewide industry leaders, politicians, businessmen, and businesswomen gathered at Eastern Oregon University (EOU) on Thursday and Friday of last week to participate in tours, listen to speakers, and […]

EOU’s Historic Building Set for Year-long Renovation

EOU’s Historic Building Set for Year-long Renovation June 1, 2023 – Eastern Oregon University’s Inlow Hall Phase II renovation, slated to begin July 1, aims to bring much-needed updates to the University’s original building. The project will bring the building’s seismic resilience up to code, provide new heating, ventilation and air conditioning throughout the facility, […]

Vice President of Student Affairs Lacy Karpilo to leave EOU

May 4, 2023 Vice President of Student Affairs Lacy Karpilo to leave EOU LA GRANDE, Ore. – Eastern Oregon University announced today that Dr. Lacy Karpilo, Vice President for Student Affairs, is leaving the school, effective May 31.  Dr. Karpilo has been named Vice President for Student Life and Dean of Students at Colorado College, a […]

International Teaching Assistants (ITAs) and American students: the importance of intercultural competence in Higher Education

May 2, 2023 International Teaching Assistants (ITAs) and American students: the importance of intercultural competence in Higher Education LA GRANDE, Ore. – Eastern Oregon University’s May Colloquium will showcase the work of Dr. Sandra Nava Nieto as she presents her research on the importance of intercultural competence in Higher Education. Dr. Nava Nieto’s presentation will […]

The Nightingale Gallery presents the second senior capstone exhibition, “Gradience”

April 21, 2023 The Nightingale Gallery presents the second senior capstone exhibition, “Gradience” LA GRANDE, Ore. – The Nightingale Gallery presents “Gradience”, the senior capstone exhibition of Gretchen Litzlbeck, Alexis Lowe, and Erin Monagle. “Gradience” is an exploration of the artists’ practices concerning change and how it shapes perception.  The exhibit opens on Friday, April […]

EOU collaborates with EO Media Group to host Rural Journalism Conference

April 13, 2023 EOU collaborates with EO Media Group to host Rural Journalism Conference LA GRANDE, Ore. – Eastern Oregon University (EOU) will be holding a Rural Journalism conference in partnership with Eastern Oregon Media Group on Friday, April 21. The conference will include panel discussions along with in-person and virtual discussions from distinguished journalists […]