No Photos Please; A solo exhibition by Michael Sell

Dec. 29, 2023 No Photos Please; A solo exhibition by Michael Sell LA GRANDE, Ore. – Eastern Oregon University’s Nightingale Gallery ushers in the new year with “No Photos Please” an exhibition of photographic work by Professor Michael Sell created during his recent sabbatical. “No Photos Please” opens on Friday, Jan. 12 at 5 p.m. […]

EOU’s Clinical Mental Health Counseling Program Receives Groundbreaking Tuition Assistance Grant

Dec. 21, 2023 EOU’s Clinical Mental Health Counseling Program Receives Groundbreaking Tuition Assistance Grant LA GRANDE, Ore. – The Clinical Mental Health Counseling (CMHC) program at Eastern Oregon University (EOU) received a $787,500 grant from the Oregon Health Authority’s Behavioral Health Workforce Initiative. The grant aims to foster diversity and inclusion within the CMHC program […]

From the President – December 20, 2023

From the President – December 20, 2023 This note marks my last communication to you in 2023. We’ve had an incredible term, and I know many of you are exhausted and looking forward to some down time. Me too! Let’s all enjoy our well deserved rest before we leap into the winter and spring terms. […]

EOU Brings Mental Health Training to Rural Oregon and Beyond

EOU Brings Mental Health Training to Rural Oregon and Beyond LA GRANDE, Ore. – In the wide open landscapes of Oregon, where rural communities grapple with an ongoing scarcity of mental health providers, Eastern Oregon University (EOU) has emerged as a new and innovative partner.  With a mission to address the pressing need for mental […]

EOU Donors Make Record-Breaking $880,000 in Scholarships Possible

EOU Donors Make Record-Breaking $880,000 in Scholarships Possible LA GRANDE, Ore. – At Eastern Oregon University, we are on a mission to provide quality education and transform the lives of our students who face financial challenges. Thirty-four percent of EOU students come from low-income families, and 38% are first-generation college students striving to break the […]

EOU Grand Staircase Construction Work to Continue in January 2024

EOU Grand Staircase Construction Work to Continue in January 2024 LA GRANDE, Ore. – The Grand Staircase project at Eastern Oregon University continues to make progress over the winter, with plans in place for completion by the fall of 2024.   Work on removing the Grand Staircase structure is anticipated to resume early next year with […]

EOU Faculty Builds Bridges for La Grande High School Students

Dec. 8, 2023 EOU Faculty Builds Bridges for La Grande High School Students LA GRANDE, Ore. – Eastern Oregon University (EOU) is creating a unique opportunity for high school students to connect with EOU faculty.  Faculty Spotlights will be held every Thursday from Jan. 11 through March 7 in the EOU HUB located in La […]

EOU to Close Campus for Winter Break from December 23 to January 1, 2024

Dec. 7, 2023 EOU to Close Campus for Winter Break from December 23 to January 1, 2024 LA GRANDE, Ore. – Eastern Oregon University’s main campus in La Grande will be closed for winter break from Dec. 23 to Jan. 1, 2024. During this time, all university buildings and facilities will be closed, and no […]

From the President – December 7, 2023

From the President – December 7, 2023 One of the best gifts we can give each other is our time and energy. I hold a deep place in my heart for those who are willing to share their time for others, when you are able to do so. I see it everyday at EOU with […]

Oregon Senator Hansell visits EOU to pay it forward

Oregon Senator Hansell visits EOU to pay it forward LA GRANDE, Ore. – Eastern Oregon University hosted Oregon State Senator Bill Hansell and his wife Margaret who visited EOU to meet with Pacific Islander students and discuss their recent trip to the Marshall Islands. Hansell’s affinity for the Marshall Islands was displayed as he shared […]

EOU Receives Education Grant from Greater Oregon Behavioral Health, Inc (GOBHI)

Dec. 6, 2023 EOU Receives Education Grant from Greater Oregon Behavioral Health, Inc (GOBHI) LA GRANDE, Ore. – Eastern Oregon University is offering a new scholarship opportunity for students interested in studying anthropology/sociology or psychology, made possible through a $100,000 grant from Greater Oregon Behavioral Health, Inc. (GOBHI). GOBHI is dedicated to supporting health and […]

EOU is ‘Best for Vets’ according to The Military Times

Dec. 5, 2023 EOU is ‘Best for Vets’ according to The Military Times LA GRANDE, Ore. – Eastern Oregon University has been recognized by The Military Times as a “Best for Vets” School.  The Military Times annually sends a survey to colleges and universities across the nation asking about their programs for veterans. The survey […]