EOU is Top 200 for Indigenous Student Success

Eastern Oregon University has been named among the Top 200 Colleges for Indigenous Students in the 2026 Special College Issue of Winds of Change, the flagship publication of the American Indian Science and Engineering Society (AISES). This national list highlights colleges and universities that provide meaningful academic support, community connection, and culturally responsive environments where Indigenous students can succeed and complete their degrees.

Land Acknowledgement

We humbly acknowledge the indigenous peoples—the Cayuse, Umatilla, Walla Walla, and Nez Perce—who originally inhabited the land of Eastern Oregon University. We pay tribute to their rich traditions, languages, and stories. Their enduring connection to this land, its waterways, and the community is recognized, and we extend our sincere respect to these original guardians of Northeastern Oregon.

Native American Program & Services

The Eastern Oregon University Native American Program guarantees access to and success in EOU’s programs for Native American, Alaskan Native, and other indigenous students. It fosters a supportive community through the preservation and celebration of Native American/Indigenous cultures and identities, hosting diverse cultural events, and fostering cross-cultural friendships among students from various backgrounds.