Eastern Oregon University Featured in Chronicle of Higher Education for Pioneering Rural Student Success

Eastern Oregon University Featured in Chronicle of Higher Education for Pioneering Rural Student Success LA GRANDE, Ore. – Eastern Oregon University (EOU), Oregon’s official Rural University, is pleased to announce it has been featured in a comprehensive case study by the Chronicle of Higher Education. “How a Rural College Works to Prevent Brain Drain,” highlights […]

Eastern Oregon University Appoints Scott McConnell, Ph.D. as New Dean of the College of Business

Eastern Oregon University Appoints Scott McConnell, Ph.D. as New Dean of the College of Business LA GRANDE, Ore. – Eastern Oregon University (EOU) has appointed Scott McConnell as the new Dean of the College of Business, effective April 1, 2024. McConnell brings a wealth of experience in economics, educational leadership, and community engagement to his […]

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 […]

Eastern Oregon University Recognized at Governor’s State Employees Food Drive Awards Ceremony

Eastern Oregon University Recognized at Governor’s State Employees Food Drive Awards Ceremony La GRANDE, Ore. – Eastern Oregon University was one of 18 agencies and universities recognized in Oregon at an awards ceremony following the Governor’s State Employees Food Drive earlier this month.  The ceremony acknowledged the contributions of various state agencies and universities, including […]

Eastern Oregon University Named #1 Most Affordable College in Oregon by University HQ

Eastern Oregon University Named #1 Most Affordable College in Oregon by University HQ LA GRANDE, Ore. – Eastern Oregon University (EOU) is proud to be named the most affordable university in Oregon by University HQ, underscoring its commitment to accessible, high-quality education. University HQ provides career planning resources, including program entry guides, certification paths, professional […]

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 […]

EOU Chemistry Professor Colin Andrew to Unveil Multidisciplinary Research on Heme Proteins at Upcoming Colloquium

EOU Chemistry Professor Colin Andrew to Unveil Multidisciplinary Research on Heme Proteins at Upcoming Colloquium LA GRANDE, Ore. – Colin Andrew, Ph.D., Professor of Chemistry, at Eastern Oregon University will present for the next EOU Colloquium on Thursday, May 9, from 4 p.m. to 5 p.m. in Ackerman Hall.  “What excites me about my research […]

Eastern Oregon University Ag Entrepreneurship Program Honored with Prestigious FFA Distinguished Service Award

Eastern Oregon University Ag Entrepreneurship Program Honored with Prestigious FFA Distinguished Service Award LA GRANDE, Ore. – Eastern Oregon University (EOU) is proud to announce that the Oregon FFA Association has selected its Agriculture Entrepreneurship Program to receive the esteemed FFA Distinguished Service Award. This recognition is awarded to organizations that have made significant contributions […]

EOU Proudly Showcases Alumni Talents at the Annual Chamber Banquet

EOU Proudly Showcases Alumni Talents at the Annual Chamber Banquet 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.  […]

Eastern Oregon University Spotlights Outstanding Employees Dedicated to Student Success

Eastern Oregon University Spotlights Outstanding Employees Dedicated to Student Success LA GRANDE, Ore. – Eastern Oregon University (EOU) takes immense pride in recognizing the dedication and achievements of our employees. Each month, EOU will celebrate three employees who exemplify the institution’s commitment to student success and educational excellence.  Jerred Jolin, Chair for the Special Education […]

Eastern Oregon University Announces 2024 Winter Fall Term Dean’s List

Eastern Oregon University Announces 2024 Winter Fall Term Dean’s List LA GRANDE, Ore. – Eastern Oregon University named 610 students to the dean’s list for the 2023 fall term. Qualifying students achieve and maintain a grade point average of 3.5 or higher on a 4.0 scale while completing a minimum of 12 hours of graded […]

Dr. Rae Ette Newman Appointed New Dean of the College of Education

Dr. Rae Ette Newman Appointed New Dean of the College of Education LA GRANDE, Ore. – Eastern Oregon University is pleased to announce the appointment of Rae Ette Newman, Ph.D., as the new Dean of the College of Education, effective May 1, 2024. Newman has been in the position as interim since July 2022, and […]

High School Students Explore Academic and Extracurricular Opportunities at Eastern Oregon University

High School Students Explore Academic and Extracurricular Opportunities at Eastern Oregon University La GRANDE, Ore. – Eastern Oregon University (EOU) extended a warm invitation to all students who took Dual Credit this year from Eastern. Eastern’s first-ever dual credit celebration BBQ allowed students from across the region, a day of exploration and discovery on campus. […]

Eastern Oregon University Invites Community to Engage in 2024 Election Debate

Eastern Oregon University Invites Community to Engage in 2024 Election Debate LA GRANDE, Ore. – Eastern Oregon University (EOU) invites the eastern Oregon community to attend a 2024 election debate for the District 29 State Senate candidates. The event will be held on April 19, 2024, at 6 p.m. in the McKenzie Theater in Loso […]

Eastern Oregon University Football Players Partner with GO STEM Program to Pack STEM Kits for 4th Grade Students

Eastern Oregon University Football Players Partner with GO STEM Program to Pack STEM Kits for 4th Grade Students LA GRANDE, Ore. – Eastern Oregon University’s football players demonstrated their commitment to education and community service by joining forces with the Greater Oregon STEM Hub (GO STEM) to assemble STEM kits for 2,200 fourth-grade students across […]

Unlock Your Musical Potential: Community Fazioli Piano Day at EOU

Unlock Your Musical Potential: Community Fazioli Piano Day at EOU LA GRANDE, Ore. – The Eastern Oregon University (EOU) Music Department, in collaboration with faculty members Mio Aoike and Peter Wordelman, is reaching out to announce Community Fazioli Piano Day, April 20, 2024. This event invites individuals from the community to showcase their musical talent […]

Eastern Oregon University Hosts Successful Career Expo Connecting Students with Local Employers and Opportunities

Eastern Oregon University Hosts Successful Career Expo Connecting Students with Local Employers and Opportunities LA GRANDE, Ore. – Hundreds of student and community job-seekers came to Eastern Oregon University (EOU) on Wednesday, April 3, to connect with local, regional, and national employers about employment opportunities. “We are appreciative of the employer’s energy and engagement with […]

The Nightingale Gallery presents “Liminal”: Senior Art Major Exhibition

The Nightingale Gallery presents “Liminal”: Senior Art Major Exhibition LA GRANDE, Ore. – The Nightingale Gallery of Eastern Oregon University presents Liminal, the capstone exhibition of senior art majors Tess Cahill, Jason Hogge, and Cira Mesubed. The exhibition opens on April 5 and runs through May 3. This exhibit delves into the diverse experiences of […]

2024 Summer Institutes at EOU provide more than opportunity, they provide credit hours

2024 Summer Institutes at EOU provide more than opportunity, they provide credit hours LA GRANDE, Ore. – The Summer Institutes at Eastern Oregon University (EOU) are a great way for high school students to keep learning through the summer as well as earn college credit.  The institutes are designed to give high school students the […]