Spring Events at Eastern Oregon University
Spring Events 2025
It’s spring at Eastern Oregon University, and a range of arts, athletics and scholarly events are scheduled on campus throughout the season! Mark your calendar for Spring Symposium, Blue and Gold Weekend, “Fiddler on the Roof” Theatre production and more! Check eousports.com for game information.
April 9-May 7: Hispanic Film Festival
Location: Schwarz Theater
Description
The Spanish Department at Eastern Oregon University (EOU) is proud to host its first Hispanic Film Festival throughout April 2025, bringing a series of powerful films that explore themes of identity, resilience, and cultural heritage. Through a PRAGDA grant and the support from the Vending Committee, the Multicultural Center, the College of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences (CAHSS), and the Diversity Committee, this festival is open and free to the EOU community and the public, offering an opportunity to engage with Hispanic cinema.
April 30: Committee Day Board Meetings
Time: 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
Location: Dixie Lund Board Room – Inlow Hall
Description
The Board of Trustees of Eastern Oregon University is the governing body of the university. The Board is responsible for assuring the success of the university and has broad authority to protect the interests of the university. The Board performs such duties as determining the university’s mission and strategic plan; hiring and supervising the university president; assuring the university’s assets are properly managed; determining the university budget; and setting tuition and fees.
May 14-17: Fiddler on the Roof
Time: 7pm
Location: McKenzie Theater
Description
Winner of nine Tony Awards when it debuted in 1964, Fiddler on the Roof features the brilliant creative work of songwriters, Jerry Bock and Sheldon Harnick; and bookwriter, Joseph Stein. Touching audiences worldwide with its humor, warmth and honesty, this universal show is a staple of the musical theatre canon.
May 16: Grand Staircase and Inlow Hall Ribbon Cutting
Time: 5-7 p.m.
Location: Grand Staircase and Inlow Hall
Description
Be part of this unforgettable evening featuring live music, inspiring speakers, exclusive tours of the beautifully renovated Inlow Hall, goodies, giveaways, and a stirring Evensong Performance in tribute to this beloved landmark.
Tours of Inlow Hall and the Staircase Celebration will begin at 5:00 p.m. and programming to begin at 5:30 p.m. with musical performances to follow. Light refreshments will be served. Bring your own lawn chair or blanket!
May 16-17: Blue and Gold Weekend
Time: All Day
Location: EOU Campus
Description
The annual Blue and Gold Weekend features a line-up of athletics activities for alumni, students, and fans of all ages.
May 16-June 13: All-Campus Juried Student Art Exhibition
Time: 5 p.m.
Location: Nightingale Gallery
Description
Visiting artists will be present to jury the All Campus Art show and give an artist talk.
May 16-17: 50th Anniversary Powwow
Location: EOU Campus
Description
We’re excited to have you join us in celebrating the 50th Anniversary Powwow at Eastern Oregon University! This event is a collaborative effort between the Native American Program and the Speel-Ya Native American Student Council at EOU.
May 21-22: EOU Board of Trustees Meetings
Location: Dixie Lund Board Room
Description
EOU’s Board of Trustees convenes for its final regular meeting of the academic year. This meeting is open to the public. The meeting can also be viewed remotely via livestream and a recording of the meeting will be available for viewing following the meeting. For a full agenda and information on providing public comment, visit eou.edu/governance/board-meeting-schedule.
May 21: Spring Symposium
Location: Loso & Badgley Halls
Description
The Spring Symposium is an opportunity for all undergraduate students at Eastern Oregon University to showcase and present their creative activities and accomplished studies to fellow students, faculty and the community.
May 24: Island Magic Lu’au and Show
Time: 5 p.m.
Location: Gilbert Hall & McKenzie Theater
Description
Come celebrate the 35th Island Magic Lu’au and Show at Eastern Oregon University on Saturday, May 24, 2025—a night filled with rich tradition, delicious food, and unforgettable performances. This year’s theme, “We are the Navigators; the Ocean is our Pathway to Each Other and the World,” draws inspiration from Epeli Hauʻofa’s powerful vision of unity across Oceania in Our Sea of Islands.