College of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences

Thou Hast Thy Will is a 14-piece song cycle that premiered at Eastern Oregon University’s Schwarz Theatre from March 12–15. Composed by alumnus Nicholas Vece, this production features EOU students performing Shakespeare’s sonnets set to music.

At Eastern Oregon University, the College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences fosters creativity, critical thinking, and cultural awareness through diverse academic programs. Students engage with local communities, explore fine arts and social dynamics, and build essential skills for professional growth and lifelong success in a rapidly changing global society.

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The Dean’s Office leads the college, managing academic programs, finances, resources, personnel, and communications.

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Theatre Box Office

Purchase tickets to upcoming Theatre productions.

Call the box office at 541-962-3757 and leave your name and number, if you wish to receive information on 2021/2022 season ticket prices and availability.

Eastern Oregon Social Science Journal

The Eastern Oregon Science and Social Science Journals provide undergraduate students with a unique opportunity to publish their original research across a diverse range of disciplines.
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Urban Rural Ambassadors Institute

Learn cooperatively with students from a different part of Oregon at the Urban-Rural Ambassadors Institute!

Oregon East Magazine

Oregon East is a student-run art and literary magazine. Published annually, the magazine showcases work from students of Eastern Oregon University.

Writing Center

EOU Writing Center Tutoring is FREE for Online & On Campus Students

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CAHSS Faculty Resources

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Alumni Nicholas Vece on stage During Dress Rehearsal for the Theatre production of RENT

Featured Alumni Story

Nicholas Vece ’24, who majored in Theatre Arts and Psychology and minored in Music speaks about why he chose Eastern and the opportunities he had along the way.

Hailey Rogan holds a small red, white and black bird while standing in dense forest in Ecuador

From EOU to Ecuador: Gaining the Experience to Take the Next Step

There is a Catch-22 facing nearly every new college graduate: To get the job, you need experience. But to get experience, someone first has to give you a chance. For Eastern Oregon University graduate Hailey Rogan, that chance eventually took her all the way to Ecuador. Rogan, ‘26, graduated from EOU with a degree in…

EOU, SOU, and WOU Host Joint Alumni & Friends Social at Pendleton Round-Up

PENDLETON, Ore. — Eastern Oregon University (EOU), Southern Oregon University (SOU), and Western Oregon University (WOU) invite all alumni, supporters, and friends to kick off their Pendleton Round-Up festivities at a joint regional social on Thursday, Sept. 17. The gathering will take place from 3:30 p.m. to 5 p.m. at the Traveling Taphouse, located at…

EOU Board Summer Meeting Highlights Economic Impact and Strategic Stability

LA GRANDE, Ore. – Eastern Oregon University’s Board of Trustees held its summer meeting on Aug. 12–13, focusing on the university’s regional economic impact, proactive integration of artificial intelligence, and continued financial stability amid statewide higher education reviews. During the meeting, Econsult Solutions, Inc. (ESI) presented a new economic impact report revealing that EOU generates…

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College of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences
Eastern Oregon University

Ackerman 202C
La Grande, OR 97850

Phone: 541-962-3097
E-Mail: grayca@eou.edu