Eastern Oregon University’s Theatre Program Presents: A Journey through Irish Drama

Eastern Oregon University’s Theatre Program Presents: A Journey through Irish Drama LA GRANDE, Ore. – Eastern Oregon University’s Theatre Program invites the public to a presentation of Irish plays this November. Featuring a compelling lineup of works, audiences can experience stories of survival, national identity, and human nature at the Schwarz Theater in Loso Hall. […]

Eastern Oregon University Gears Up for Homecoming 2024

Eastern Oregon University Gears Up for Homecoming 2024 LA GRANDE, Ore. – Eastern Oregon University (EOU) invites all alumni, students, faculty, staff, and community members to celebrate the 2024 Homecoming. The festivities will kick off on Thursday, October 10, and continue through Saturday, October 12, with a lineup of events designed to engage, entertain, and […]

Strange Time: Exploring the Infinite Layers of Land, Time, and Art at EOU’s Nightingale Gallery

Strange Time: Exploring the Infinite Layers of Land, Time, and Art at EOU’s Nightingale Gallery LA GRANDE, Ore. – Eastern Oregon University’s Nightingale Gallery is excited to begin our 2024-25 exhibition season with “Strange Time,” an exhibition of work by Utah artists Collin Bradford, Tiana Birrell, and Ron Linn. The three artists explore issues associated […]

Nationally Recognized EOU Summer Bridge Program Welcomes Largest Class Yet

Nationally Recognized EOU Summer Bridge Program Welcomes Largest Class Yet LA GRANDE, Ore. – Eastern Oregon University (EOU) welcomed 47 students to the 2024 Summer Bridge Program, a supportive academic experience designed to ease new student’s transition into the university and community. This year’s program was collaboratively designed and supported by 18 student mentors, two […]

Community Invited to La Grande Community Garden Open House and Tour

Community Invited to La Grande Community Garden Open House and Tour LA GRANDE, Ore. – The La Grande Community Garden at EOU is now in its second year since reopening after the pandemic. We are hosting an open house on Thursday, September 19, from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. on the corner of 13th and […]

Eastern Oregon University Hosts Free Government Ethics Training

Eastern Oregon University Hosts Free Government Ethics Training LA GRANDE, Ore. – Eastern Oregon University (EOU) will host a unique opportunity for public officials to enhance their knowledge of government ethics. In collaboration with the Oregon Government Ethics Commission (OGEC), EOU will host a series of free training sessions on September 4, 2024, at the […]

Oregon’s Regional Universities Build Strategic International Partnership in Taiwan

Oregon’s Regional Universities Build Strategic International Partnership in Taiwan KAOHSIUNG, Taiwan — The Presidents of Oregon’s public polytechnic and regional universities (TRUs)–Western Oregon University, Southern Oregon University, Eastern Oregon University, and Oregon Institute of Technology–signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) on Aug. 15 with Wenzao University in Kaohsiung, Taiwan. The MOU aims to foster teacher-student […]

Eastern Oregon University Selects Genuine Foods as New Dining Services Provider

Eastern Oregon University Selects Genuine Foods as New Dining Services Provider LA GRANDE, Ore. – Eastern Oregon University (EOU) is excited to announce the selection of Genuine Foods as its new dining services provider following a comprehensive, collaborative and competitive selection process. Genuine Foods will officially commence dining operations at EOU starting September 1, 2024. […]

Art Center East Showcases ‘Arboreality: Poetry Broadsides’

Art Center East Showcases ‘Arboreality: Poetry Broadsides’ LA GRANDE, Ore. – Art Center East (ACE) is excited to announce the opening of “Arboreality: Poetry Broadsides”, an exhibit featuring several dozen letterpress broadsides curated by Eastern Oregon University (EOU) professor Nick Neely. Community members of all ages are invited to attend a free opening reception on […]

Art Center East to showcase, ‘My Heart by Brenna Kimbro’

Art Center East to showcase, ‘My Heart by Brenna Kimbro’ LA GRANDE, Ore. – Art Center East (ACE) is excited to announce the opening of “My Heart”, an exhibit featuring paintings and sculptures by local artist Brenna Kimbro. Community  members of all ages are invited to attend a free opening reception on Friday, July 12, […]

Eastern Oregon University Hosts First New Nature Writing Event with Top Authors and Hands-On Workshops

Eastern Oregon University Hosts First New Nature Writing Event with Top Authors and Hands-On Workshops LA GRANDE, Ore. – The EOU Masters of Fine Arts program in Creative Writing is excited to announce its inaugural New Nature Writing Con on July 19-20, 2024. The conference will consist of two days of readings, conversations, and workshops […]

Eastern Oregon University Announces Grand Staircase Construction

Eastern Oregon University Announces Grand Staircase Construction LA GRANDE, Ore. – Eastern Oregon University is set to begin construction on the Grand Staircase this month. Completed in 1929, just after Eastern Oregon Normal School opened its doors, the iconic landmark provides a pathway between the University and downtown La Grande and has been an important […]

Eastern Oregon University Announces Faris Ceranic as Presidential Scholar

Eastern Oregon University Announces Faris Ceranic as Presidential Scholar LA GRANDE, OR. – Eastern Oregon University (EOU) has announced Faris Ceranic as this year’s recipient of the prestigious President’s Scholar Award. This award is reserved for an outstanding student from the graduating class who exemplifies academic excellence, leadership, and community engagement and will be recognized […]

Eastern Oregon University Names New Provost and Senior Vice President for Academic Affairs and Vice President of Student Affairs

Eastern Oregon University Names New Provost and Senior Vice President for Academic Affairs and Vice President of Student Affairs LA GRANDE, Ore. – Eastern Oregon University is proud to announce two key leadership appointments. Peter Geissinger, Ph.D. will serve as the new Provost and Senior Vice President for Academic Affairs, and Mollie G. Rockafellow, Ed.D. […]

EOU’s Spring Symposium Showcases Student Excellence Across Diverse Disciplines

EOU’s Spring Symposium Showcases Student Excellence Across Diverse Disciplines LA GRANDE, Ore. – Eastern Oregon University’s Spring Symposium took place on the Eastern Oregon University (EOU) campus Wednesday, May 15, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.  The annual Spring Symposium is a gathering where students present their scholarship. The event represents an opportunity for students […]

EOU Navigators Club presents: 33rd Annual Island Magic Lu’au & Show, Saturday, May 18, 2024

EOU Navigators Club presents: 33rd Annual Island Magic Lu’au & Show, Saturday, May 18, 2024 LA GRANDE, Ore. – After a brief hiatus, the Navigators Club at Eastern Oregon University is thrilled to announce the return of the 33rd Island Magic Lu’au and Show. The Lu’au will be held on May 18, 2024, with a […]

From Film Festivals to Community Hub: HQ’s Journey

From Film Festivals to Community Hub: HQ’s Journey Eastern Oregon University, Oregon’s Official Rural University and a cornerstone of eastern Oregon, is continuing the “Bridging Horizons: EOU’s Community Partnerships Spotlight” series. This initiative is a monthly showcase designed to highlight the collaborations between EOU and the diverse businesses and organizations in the region. LA GRANDE, […]

Nightingale Gallery at EOU Celebrates Student Artistry with Annual Juried Exhibition and Awards

Nightingale Gallery at EOU Celebrates Student Artistry with Annual Juried Exhibition and Awards LA GRANDE, Ore. – The Nightingale Gallery of Eastern Oregon University will close out the 2023-24 exhibition season with the annual celebration of student artists. The annual All-Campus Juried Student Exhibition will run from May 17 through June 14.  There will be […]

EOU alumna Sophia Aimone Unravels Creativity in ‘all tangled up’ Exhibition at Art Center East

EOU alumna Sophia Aimone Unravels Creativity in ‘all tangled up’ Exhibition at Art Center East LA GRANDE, Ore. – The solo exhibition of 2022 Eastern Oregon University graduate Sophia Aimone, whose artistic vision comes to life at Art Center East this Friday, May 3, 2024, is titled “all tangled up.”   “This opportunity presented itself to […]

2024 Spring Symposium Scheduled at Eastern Oregon University Highlights Student Achievements

Spring Symposium Scheduled at Eastern Oregon University Highlights Student Achievements LA GRANDE, Ore. – Eastern Oregon University’s Spring Symposium will take place on the Eastern Oregon University (EOU) campus Wednesday, May 15, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. The community is welcome, and events are free. Spring Symposium is an annual gathering where students present […]