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 […]

EOU Opens Mountaineer Information Center (MIC) to Support Student Success

EOU Opens Mountaineer Information Center (MIC) to Support Student Success LA GRANDE, Ore. – Eastern Oregon University (EOU) is opening the Mountaineer Information Center (MIC) on the first floor of Inlow Hall on Sept. 23, 2024. The MIC will be a one-stop information shop for students with questions about all things EOU including financial aid, […]

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 Announces 2024 Spring Term Dean’s List

Eastern Oregon University Announces 2024 Spring Term Dean’s List LA GRANDE, Ore. – Eastern Oregon University named 545 students to the dean’s list for the 2024 spring 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 coursework […]

EOU Opens Facilities to Support Evacuees

EOU Opens Facilities to Support Evacuees LA GRANDE, Ore. – Eastern Oregon University (EOU) is opening its main campus to evacuees and those affected by area wildfires, including dry camping for RVs, WiFi, and access to the EOU Library, Hoke Union Building, the climbing wall, and the campus Food Pantry. “Our priority is to provide […]

EOU Reading Literacy Program: A Catalyst for Academic Success

EOU Reading Literacy Program: A Catalyst for Academic Success La Grande, ORE. – Eastern Oregon University (EOU) has always been at the forefront of innovative education, and its continuing Reading Literacy program is no exception.  Earlier this week, 26 trainees and 16 mentors gathered on the campus of Eastern Oregon University (EOU) in La Grande […]

Governor Kotek Orders Flags Lowered in Memory of Former Senate President Peter Courtney

Governor Kotek Orders Flags Lowered in Memory of Former Senate President Peter Courtney Salem, OR — Today, Governor Tina Kotek ordered flags at Oregon public institutions to be flown at half-staff effective immediately until sunset on Thursday, July 18, in memory of the life and service of Peter Michael Coleman Courtney, the former President of […]

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 Foundation Announces Historic Milestone with Over $1 Million in Scholarships

Eastern Oregon University Foundation Announces Historic Milestone with Over $1 Million in Scholarships LA GRANDE, Ore. – The Eastern Oregon University Foundation has achieved a historic milestone by surpassing $1 million in privately funded scholarship dollars available for EOU students for the first time in its history. This achievement comes at a critical time when […]

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 […]

Former Palau President and 2024 Palau Presidential Candidate to Visit Eastern Oregon University

Former Palau President and 2024 Palau Presidential Candidate to Visit Eastern Oregon University Eastern Oregon University (EOU) is honored to announce that the former President of Palau and current 2024 Presidential Candidate, Tommy Remengesau Jr., will visit campus on Thursday, May 30, 2024.  Remengesau will meet with students and community members in the Community Room […]

All Campus Juried Student Exhibition sees student artwork shine

All Campus Juried Student Exhibition sees student artwork shine LA GRANDE, Ore. – The Nightingale Gallery at Eastern Oregon University concludes its exposition season with the annual “All-Campus Juried Student Exhibition” featuring work by EOU students from a variety of academic disciplines. An opening reception was held on Friday, May 17, 2024. The annual All-Campus […]

EOU’s New Advocate Connects Students with Resources

EOU’s New Advocate Connects Students with Resources LA GRANDE, Ore. – Pam Frederick’s new role at Eastern Oregon University is to help plot a path to success for students experiencing unforeseen obstacles. In her role as the Student Resource Advocate Frederick functions as a liaison between the students and community services.  “Housing, food, medical needs… […]

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. […]