Unlock Your Potential: EOU’s MAT Program – Bridging Classroom Theory with Hands-On Teaching Across Oregon

Unlock Your Potential: EOU’s MAT Program – Bridging Classroom Theory with Hands-On Teaching Across Oregon LA GRANDE, Ore. – EOU’s Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) program is ten months (4 terms), beginning in the Summer term and extending through the following Spring term.  The program is a hybrid format. Candidates will attend a residency […]

Innovative Educator Explores Interdisciplinary Learning in Mathematics and Computer Science during Sabbatical in France

Innovative Educator Explores Interdisciplinary Learning in Mathematics and Computer Science during Sabbatical in France: Colloquium LA GRANDE, Ore. – Eastern Oregon University professor Andrew David Bjork, a seasoned theoretical mathematician, has recently returned from a transformative sabbatical in France. During this period, Bjork delved into the realms of epistemology, didactics of mathematics, and constructivism, seeking […]

Eastern Oregon University and La Grande High School Collaborations Open Pathways to Student Success

Eastern Oregon University and La Grande High School Collaborations Open Pathways to Student Success LA GRANDE, Ore. – Eastern Oregon University (EOU) and La Grande High School (LHS) are building on a unique and established partnership to create more opportunities for high school students to access college. At the core of this work is the […]

Eastern Oregon University Online Economics Degree program recognized for being in the top 10 nationwide

Eastern Oregon University Online Economics Degree program recognized for being in the top 10 nationwide LA GRANDE, Ore. – Eastern Oregon University is once again being recognized for its outstanding online economics degree program. In an article on Yahoo Finance, EOU was recognized as having one of the best online economics degree programs for 2024. […]

No Photos Please; A solo exhibition by Michael Sell

Dec. 29, 2023 No Photos Please; A solo exhibition by Michael Sell LA GRANDE, Ore. – Eastern Oregon University’s Nightingale Gallery ushers in the new year with “No Photos Please” an exhibition of photographic work by Professor Michael Sell created during his recent sabbatical. “No Photos Please” opens on Friday, Jan. 12 at 5 p.m. […]

EOU to Close Campus for Winter Break from December 23 to January 1, 2024

Dec. 7, 2023 EOU to Close Campus for Winter Break from December 23 to January 1, 2024 LA GRANDE, Ore. – Eastern Oregon University’s main campus in La Grande will be closed for winter break from Dec. 23 to Jan. 1, 2024. During this time, all university buildings and facilities will be closed, and no […]

Join the Colloquium on the Instructional Value of Digital Storytelling with WeVideo

Nov. 30, 2023 Join the Colloquium on the Instructional Value of Digital Storytelling with WeVideo LA GRANDE, Ore. – Eastern Oregon University is excited to host a colloquium titled “The Instructional Value of Digital Storytelling with WeVideo.” This event, set to illuminate the educational landscape, is scheduled for Thursday, Dec. 14, 2023, at 4 p.m. […]

Eastern Oregon University Board of Trustees Discusses Strategic Goals, Financial Management, and Affordability

Nov. 20, 2023 Eastern Oregon University Board of Trustees Discusses Strategic Goals, Financial Management, and Affordability LA GRANDE, Ore. – Eastern Oregon University’s Board of Trustees convened for the fall 2023 meeting on Nov. 15 -16 at the university’s La Grande campus, addressing key issues including enrollment, strategic priorities, financial stability, program updates, and legislative […]

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 […]

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 […]

Colloquium: Education in Finland, The Happiest Country in the World

Education in Finland, The Happiest Country in the World LA GRANDE, Ore. – Eastern Oregon University (EOU) is pleased to announce an exciting academic endeavor that took place during the fall of 2022. Driven by a deep commitment to enhancing the quality of teacher preparation programs and fostering cultural responsiveness, an EOU faculty member Dr. […]

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 […]

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 […]

Hundreds of pounds of donated food distributed to EOU students, raising awareness about food insecurity

Hundreds of pounds of donated food distributed to EOU students, raising awareness about food insecurity LA GRANDE, Ore. – Eastern Oregon University saw an outpouring of support from the community on Wednesday during its Fall Food Share Event. Hundreds of pounds of perishable and non-perishable food, as well as essential health and hygiene items, were […]

Philosophy in Interdisciplinary Studies, Colloquium by EOU’s John Lundy

Oct. 9, 2023 Philosophy in Interdisciplinary Studies, Colloquium by EOU’s John Lundy LA GRANDE, Ore. – This year’s first Eastern Oregon University Colloquium will be presented by John Lundy, titled “Philosophy in Interdisciplinary Studies.” The presentation will take place on Thursday, Oct. 12, at 4 p.m. in Ackerman Hall, room 210. Lundy is an Assistant […]

Credit for Prior Learning saves student over $4,000

Sept. 7, 2023 Credit for Prior Learning saves student over $4,000 LA GRANDE, Ore. – La Grande resident Keith Walker is a lifelong learner, but never formalized his education with a degree. Encouraged by his spouse to finally earn that degree, Walker is using Eastern Oregon University’s Credit for Prior Learning to get a jump […]

Game on: Homecoming coming to EOU, Oct. 12 through 14

Game on: Homecoming coming to EOU Oct. 12 through 14 LA GRANDE, Ore. – Eastern Oregon University (EOU) welcomes Mountaineer alumni, family, friends, and the public to celebrate EOU from Thurs., Oct. 12 to Sat., Oct. 14 in La Grande with a host of homecoming festivities. The weekend begins Thursday evening, Oct. 12 with a […]

Eastern Oregon Celebrated as NAIA Five-Star Institution

Eastern Oregon Celebrated as NAIA Five-Star Silver Institution LA GRANDE, OR – Eastern Oregon University proudly announces its recognition as a Five-Star Silver winner in the Champions of Character® Five-Star Award by the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics. This prestigious acknowledgment shines a light on the commitment of Mountaineer Athletics to exemplify character-driven sportsmanship. The NAIA […]

EOU faculty member appointed to Governor’s council, leading the charge to improve reading results in Oregon

EOU faculty appointed to Governor’s council, leading the charge to improve reading in Oregon LA GRANDE, Ore. –  Sixty percent of Oregon’s school children are not reading at a fourth-grade level. Eastern Oregon University’s Associate Professor of Education Ronda Fritz wants that to change and has been appointed by Oregon Gov. Tina Kotek to the […]