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LA GRANDE, Ore. – Eastern Oregon University and Portland State University are teaming up to host a joint alumni social, Downtown to Dirt Roads, on Thursday, September 11, 2025, from 3:30 p.m. to 5:00 p.m., at Backfire Station in downtown Pendleton.
The casual drop-in event is designed to bring together alumni and friends in an informal setting to reconnect and celebrate the strong ties between both institutions.
Attendees will have the opportunity to meet EOU President Kelly Ryan and PSU President Ann Cudd, along with other special guests.
“Events like this highlight the importance of partnerships and connection, not just between our universities, but within the communities we serve,” said Kelly Ryan, president of Eastern Oregon University.
The social is open to all alumni and friends of EOU and PSU.
Event Details:Backfire Station, Downtown PendletonThursday, September 11, 2025Drop-in between 3:30 – 5:00 p.m.For more information, contact the EOU Alumni Association.
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