EOU Launches Advocacy Platform to Strengthen Oregon’s Rural Voice in Higher Education

EOU Launches Advocacy Platform to Strengthen Oregon’s Rural Voice in Higher Education

LA GRANDE, Ore. – Eastern Oregon University (EOU) has launched a new EOU Advocacy Platform to empower alumni, students, faculty, staff, and community members to speak up for Oregon’s rural university and the value of higher education statewide.

The platform offers a simple, nonpartisan way for supporters to Oregon’s Rural Voice in Higher Education affecting EOU and to send messages to lawmakers with just a few clicks.

“Advocacy is how we move EOU’s mission forward—how we ensure that the voices of eastern Oregon and rural communities are heard in Salem and across the state,” said Tim Seydel, Vice President for University Advancement. “When supporters sign up to become EOU Advocates, they’re helping position the university to advance opportunities for students, strengthen our region’s economy, and expand EOU’s impact far beyond eastern Oregon.”

Advocates can sign up to receive timely action alerts and share their voices in support of higher education funding, student aid, and regional investment.

Participation is quick, private, and impactful. Visit eou.edu/ua/government-relations to become an EOU Advocate today.