Eastern Oregon University: Where Success is More Than Just Talk – Realizing Career Aspirations

Eastern Oregon University: Where Success is More Than Just Talk – Realizing Career Aspirations LA GRANDE, Ore. – Eastern Oregon University (EOU) doesn’t just talk about student and career success; it’s deeply ingrained in the institution’s mission. Whether you’re a recent high school graduate, an adult returning to education, or an online learner, EOU is […]

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. […]

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, […]

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 […]

Eastern Oregon University Announces Winners of Homecoming Parade

Eastern Oregon University Announces Winners of Homecoming Parade LA GRANDE, Ore. – Eastern Oregon University (EOU) is delighted to announce the winners of the annual Homecoming Parade, a vibrant celebration that brings the community together in the spirit of Mountaineer pride and camaraderie. This year’s parade, known as the “Mountaineer March” saw an exceptional display […]

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 […]

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 […]

Empowering EOU students and the community: Scholarships can make the difference

Oct. 4, 2023 Empowering EOU students and the community: Scholarships can make the difference LA GRANDE, Ore. – The Eastern Oregon University (EOU) Foundation Scholarship Application window has opened. Applications for students to apply for scholarships opened on Oct. 1. The scholarship application will remain open until February 1, 2024.  Students can fill out one […]

“Mood Ring” exhibit coming to Nightingale Gallery

“Mood Ring” exhibit coming to Nightingale Gallery LA GRANDE, Ore. – Eastern Oregon University’s Nightingale Gallery begins its exhibition season with “Mood Ring;” a merging of multi-media collage works by Portland-based artists Morgan Rosskopf and Katherine Spinella. The exhibit opens on Friday, Oct. 6 at 5 p.m. with a reception for the artists. As an […]

EOU alumna becomes emerging filmmaker, plans to tell Indigenous stories

EOU alumna becomes emerging filmmaker, plans to tell Indigenous stories An Indigenous EOU alumna and emerging filmmaker is the recipient of a grant from Oregon Film.  Daisy Sue Minthorn is a Cayuse/Palouse, an enrolled member of the Yakama Nation of Washington, and a lifelong resident of Pendleton. She is also a graduate of Eastern Oregon […]

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 […]

GO STEM’s Eastern Oregon Mobile Maker Lab outreach continues to grow, plans to visit 7 Eastern counties

GO STEM’s Eastern Oregon Mobile Maker Lab outreach continues to grow, has 7-month plan to visit Eastern counties LA GRANDE, Ore. – The Greater Oregon STEM Hub (GO STEM), and their Mobile Maker Lab are seeing their Eastern Oregon outreach and engagement grow following a launch earlier this year.   “We are encouraging young people to […]

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 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 […]