The Nightingale Gallery presents “Liminal”: Senior Art Major Exhibition

Posted on March 27, 2024

The Nightingale Gallery presents “Liminal”: Senior Art Major Exhibition LA GRANDE, Ore. – The Nightingale Gallery of Eastern Oregon University presents Liminal, the capstone exhibition of senior art majors Tess Cahill, Jason Hogge, and Cira Mesubed. The exhibition opens on April 5 and runs through May 3. This exhibit delves into the diverse experiences of […]


2024 Summer Institutes at EOU provide more than opportunity, they provide credit hours

Posted on March 25, 2024

2024 Summer Institutes at EOU provide more than opportunity, they provide credit hours LA GRANDE, Ore. – The Summer Institutes at Eastern Oregon University (EOU) are a great way for high school students to keep learning through the summer as well as earn college credit.  The institutes are designed to give high school students the […]


Eastern Oregon University to Host Onstage Conversation with Pulitzer Prize-Winning Journalist Eli Saslow

Posted on March 25, 2024

Eastern Oregon University to Host Onstage Conversation with Pulitzer Prize-Winning Journalist Eli Saslow LA GRANDE, Ore. – On April 3, Oregon Humanities will host an onstage conversation addressing the crisis of poverty, addiction, and homelessness in communities across America. Renowned journalist Eli Saslow, from the New York Times, will lead the discussion. While the event […]


Eastern Oregon University Announces the Opening of the Oregon Tribal Student Grant Application for 2023-24

Posted on March 7, 2024

Eastern Oregon University Announces the Opening of the Oregon Tribal Student Grant Application for 2023-24 La GRANDE, Ore. – Eastern Oregon University is pleased to announce that the application for the Oregon Tribal Student Grant for the 2023-24 academic year is now open. Current, new, and continuing students who are members of Oregon’s nine federally […]


Eastern Oregon University’s Computer Science Program Ranked Among Top 10 in the Nation

Posted on March 1, 2024

Eastern Oregon University’s Computer Science Program Ranked Among Top 10 in the Nation La GRANDE, Oregon – Eastern Oregon University (EOU) has been recognized as one of the top 10 online computer science programs in the United States by HostingAdvice.com, a leading authority in web hosting and technology education. This acknowledgment highlights EOU’s commitment to […]


Eastern Oregon Regional High School Art Exhibition Honors Talent and Educators

Posted on February 27, 2024

Eastern Oregon Regional High School Art Exhibition Honors Talent and Educators La GRANDE, Ore. –The Eastern Oregon Regional High School Art Exhibition featuring 200 works by students from 14 regional high schools opened Friday, Feb. 23.  Nathan Lowe, Dean of EOU’s College of Arts, Humanities & Social Sciences gave a brief welcome to visitors, and […]


Stress Less Event Returns to Eastern Oregon University with Puppies, Piglets, and More

Posted on February 26, 2024

Stress Less Event Returns to Eastern Oregon University with Puppies, Piglets, and More LA GRANDE, Ore. – The annual Stress Less event at Eastern Oregon University is back, and this year puppies, piglets, and miniature horses are included. The upcoming Stress-Less Event, on Wednesday, March 6, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Eastern […]


EOU Trustees to meet Wednesday, Feb. 14, 2024

Posted on February 8, 2024

EOU Trustees to meet Wednesday, Feb. 14, 2024 LA GRANDE, Ore. – The Eastern Oregon University Board of Trustees will meet on Wednesday, Feb. 14, 2024, from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. and Thursday, Feb. 15, 2024, from 9:15 a.m. to 1 p.m. The meeting will take place in the Integrated Services Building, 1607 Gekeler […]


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EOU is recognized as top 10 most affordable online Early Childhood Education Programs in the U.S.

Posted on February 2, 2024

EOU is recognized as top 10 most affordable online Early Childhood Education Programs in the U.S. LA GRANDE, Ore. – Eastern Oregon University (EOU) proudly announces its inclusion in Forbes magazine’s list of the 10 Most Affordable Universities for Online Early Childhood Education Degrees for 2024. Forbes looked at schools across the nation, utilizing a […]


Inspiring the Next Generation: EOU’s Commitment to Quality Teacher Preparation

Posted on January 26, 2024

Inspiring the Next Generation: EOU’s Commitment to Quality Teacher Preparation LA GRANDE, Ore. – A career in teaching is right around the corner at Eastern Oregon University. Eastern Oregon University (EOU) is pleased to offer a comprehensive undergraduate teacher preparation program in elementary education, designed to provide future educators with the skills and knowledge needed […]


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Student Advocacy in Action: EOU Gears Up for Lobby Day on Feb. 8, 2024

Posted on January 24, 2024

Student Advocacy in Action: EOU Gears Up for Lobby Day on Feb. 8, 2024 LA GRANDE, Ore. – Eastern Oregon University (EOU) is excited to extend an invitation to EOU students to join their classmates on Feb. 8 for University Lobby Day at the Capitol Building in Salem. University Lobby Day is a collaborative program […]


EOU’s Unique Special Education Program Addresses High Demand in Oregon!

Posted on January 23, 2024

EOU’s Unique Special Education Program Addresses High Demand in Oregon! LA GRANDE, Ore. – In response to the high demand for Special Education teachers in Oregon, EOU proudly offers its Special Education Initial Teacher Licensure (SEITL) Undergraduate hybrid program. The hybrid nature of this program addresses the shortage of SPED teachers in Oregon by making […]


EOU presents H2O, fast-paced song & dance show

Posted on January 18, 2024

EOU presents H2O, fast-paced song & dance show LA GRANDE, Ore. – Eastern Oregon University and Red Cross Drug presents “The H2O Show”, a fast-paced song and dance show where all of the musical themes are based on water. The EOU Chamber Choir and Music Department will present this event guided by Michelle Benton, a […]


Eastern Oregon University Reading Clinic Announces New Online Teacher Training Program in Literacy Education

Posted on January 10, 2024

Eastern Oregon University Reading Clinic Announces New Online Teacher Training Program in Literacy Education LA GRANDE, Ore. – In alignment with Oregon’s Early Literacy Success Initiative, Eastern Oregon University’s Reading Clinic, supported by the Schuberth/Urang Family, is pleased to announce the launch of its new online teacher training program “Building a Strong Foundation in Literacy”. […]


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Eastern Oregon University Online Economics Degree program recognized for being in the top 10 nationwide

Posted on January 2, 2024

Eastern Oregon University Online Economics Degree program recognized for being in the top 10 nationwide LA GRANDE, Ore. – Eastern Oregon University is once again being recognized for its outstanding online economics degree program. In an article on Yahoo Finance, EOU was recognized as having one of the best online economics degree programs for 2024. […]


Colloquium: Education in Finland, The Happiest Country in the World

Posted on October 31, 2023

Education in Finland, The Happiest Country in the World LA GRANDE, Ore. – Eastern Oregon University (EOU) is pleased to announce an exciting academic endeavor that took place during the fall of 2022. Driven by a deep commitment to enhancing the quality of teacher preparation programs and fostering cultural responsiveness, an EOU faculty member Dr. […]


EOU alumna becomes emerging filmmaker, plans to tell Indigenous stories

Posted on August 30, 2023

EOU alumna becomes emerging filmmaker, plans to tell Indigenous stories An Indigenous EOU alumna and emerging filmmaker is the recipient of a grant from Oregon Film.  Daisy Sue Minthorn is a Cayuse/Palouse, an enrolled member of the Yakama Nation of Washington, and a lifelong resident of Pendleton. She is also a graduate of Eastern Oregon […]


Eastern Oregon Celebrated as NAIA Five-Star Institution

Posted on August 16, 2023

Eastern Oregon Celebrated as NAIA Five-Star Silver Institution LA GRANDE, OR – Eastern Oregon University proudly announces its recognition as a Five-Star Silver winner in the Champions of Character® Five-Star Award by the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics. This prestigious acknowledgment shines a light on the commitment of Mountaineer Athletics to exemplify character-driven sportsmanship. The NAIA […]


EOU faculty member appointed to Governor’s council, leading the charge to improve reading results in Oregon

Posted on August 7, 2023

EOU faculty appointed to Governor’s council, leading the charge to improve reading in Oregon LA GRANDE, Ore. –  Sixty percent of Oregon’s school children are not reading at a fourth-grade level. Eastern Oregon University’s Associate Professor of Education Ronda Fritz wants that to change and has been appointed by Oregon Gov. Tina Kotek to the […]


Credit for Prior Learning saves students time and money

Posted on August 7, 2023

Credit for Prior Learning saves students time and resources LA GRANDE, Ore. – Designed for learners who already have life experience or have taken college courses prior to enrolling at a university Credit for Prior Learning honors and values your experiences.  At Eastern Oregon University (EOU) Credit for Prior Learning (CPL)  is a powerful tool […]