Eastern Oregon University Ranked #1 Best for Vets College in Oregon

Eastern Oregon University Ranked #1 Best for Vets College in Oregon LA GRANDE, Ore. – The 2024-25 rankings are in and Military Times has named Eastern Oregon University (EOU) the Best University for Veterans in Oregon. EOU was also recognized as the #3 Best for Vets Colleges in the Northwest and the top 15% of […]

Holiday Sounds and Holiday Cheer Await at The Observer’s 32nd Annual Holiday Music Festival, Eastern Oregon University

Holiday Sounds and Holiday Cheer Await at The Observer’s 32nd Annual Holiday Music Festival, Eastern Oregon University LA GRANDE, Ore. – The Observer’s 32nd Annual Holiday Music Festival at Eastern Oregon University, proudly sponsored by Koza Family Dental Care, is set to enchant audiences on Saturday, Dec. 7 at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday, Dec. 8 […]

EOU Trustees Focus on Enrollment Growth and Retention at Fall Meeting

EOU Trustees Focus on Enrollment Growth and Retention at Fall Meeting LA GRANDE, Ore. – The Eastern Oregon University Board of Trustees focused on enrollment and student support programs, received reports from students, faculty, and staff, and recognized outgoing trustees at its first regular 2024-25 academic year meeting on Wednesday, November 13 and Thursday, November […]

From the President – Gratitude, appreciation, and kindness

From the President – Gratitude, appreciation, and kindness Dear EOU Community, University presidents spend a lot of time thinking about and planning for the future. I recently attended an EOU Leadership Team meeting where we discussed many of the wonderful new or updated student success work we’re undertaking as a result of the Ascent ‘29 […]

Nez Perce Historical Exhibit on Display at Eastern Oregon University

Nez Perce Historical Exhibit on Display at Eastern Oregon University The powerful Nez Perce historical exhibit, funded by a grant from the Oregon State Capitol Foundation, is now on display at Eastern Oregon University (EOU) in the Loso Hall Lobby, before being moved to Blue Mountain Community College (BMCC) following the winter break.  The exhibit, […]

Board of Trustees of Eastern Oregon University to meet Nov. 13

Board of Trustees of Eastern Oregon University to meet Nov. 13 LA GRANDE, Ore. – The Board of Trustees of Eastern Oregon University will meet on Wednesday, Nov. 13, 2024 from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m and Thursday, Nov.14, 2024 from 9 a.m. to – Noon. The meeting will take place in the Integrated Services […]

Academic and Student Affairs Committee to meet November 4, 2024

La Grande, Ore – The Academic and Student Affairs Committee of the Board of Trustees of Eastern Oregon University will hold a special meeting on Monday, November 4 from 8:00-8:30 a.m. The meeting will be held remotely by Zoom session. The meeting will also be broadcast via the internet, and a recording of the meeting […]

From the President – October 30, 2024

From the President – October 30, 2024 Dear EOU Community, The last few weeks were anxious ones, with me checking our numbers hoping the good news would hold in this strange new era of higher education. And they did! I’m pleased to share with you that our headcount now sits at 2,954, an increase of […]

Eastern Oregon University’s Nightingale Gallery Presents “Plate Tectonics”: An Exhibition by Ceramic Artists Ryan W. Kelly and Peter Morgan, Opening Nov. 8

Eastern Oregon University’s Nightingale Gallery Presents “Plate Tectonics”: An Exhibition by Ceramic Artists Ryan W. Kelly and Peter Morgan, Opening Nov. 8 LA GRANDE, Ore. – Eastern Oregon University’s Nightingale Gallery welcomes ceramic artists Ryan W. Kelly and Peter Morgan to campus for an exhibition of their work entitled “Plate Tectonics.” The exhibit examines the […]

Enrollment grows at Eastern Oregon University for Fall 2024

Enrollment grows at Eastern Oregon University for Fall 2024 LA GRANDE, Ore. – New student enrollments and retention rates are increasing at Eastern Oregon University (EOU), as the school announces its official fall numbers. With a 2.7% increase in enrollment for Fall 2024, nearly 100 more students are on campus, including a larger group of […]

63 High School Students Visit Eastern Oregon University as Part of Oregon Teacher Pathway Program

63 High School Students Visit Eastern Oregon University as Part of Oregon Teacher Pathway Program LA GRANDE, Ore. – Eastern Oregon University (EOU) welcomed over 60 high school juniors and seniors from across the region as part of the Oregon Teacher Pathway (OTP) program. The students spent the day exploring what it means to pursue […]

Colloquium Title: The Transformational Role of Interdisciplinarity in Human Progress

Colloquium Title: The Transformational Role of Interdisciplinarity in Human Progress LA GRANDE, Ore. –   Eastern Oregon University invites the public to explore how interdisciplinary collaboration drives human progress. On Thursday, November 14 at 4 p.m., join Assistant Professor Dr. John Lundy in Ackerman Hall, room 210, for a colloquium titled, “The Transformational Role of Interdisciplinarity […]

Academic and Student Affairs Committee to Meet Oct. 30

Academic and Student Affairs Committee to Meet Oct. 30 LA GRANDE, Ore. – The Academic and Student Affairs Committee of the Board of Trustees of Eastern Oregon University will meet on Wednesday, Oct. 30 from 9 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. The meeting will take place in the Integrated Services Building, 1607 Gekeler Lane, Room 147, […]

Finance and Administration Committee to meet Oct. 30

Finance and Administration Committee to meet Oct. 30 LA GRANDE, Ore. – The Finance and Administration Committee of the Board of Trustees of Eastern Oregon University will meet on Wednesday, Oct. 30 from 2 p.m.  to  4:30 p.m. The meeting will take place in the Integrated Services Building, 1607 Gekeler Lane, Room 147, on the […]

EOU Governance Committee Meeting, Oct. 30, 2024

EOU Governance Committee Meeting, Oct. 30, 2024 LA GRANDE, Ore. – The Governance Committee of the Board of Trustees of Eastern Oregon University will meet on Wednesday, Oct. 30 from 12:10 p.m to  2 p.m. The meeting will take place in the Integrated Services Building, 1607 Gekeler Lane, Room 147, on the campus of Eastern […]

EOU Rated as a 2024 Top Online School for Fire Science

EOU Rated as a 2024 Top Online School for Fire Science LA GRANDE, Ore. – Eastern Oregon University (EOU) has been recognized as one of the nation’s best schools for an online bachelor’s in fire science degree, ranked second nationwide for starting salaries on OnlineU’s 2024 list. Graduates earn a median salary of $94,819 during […]

From the President – October 16, 2024

From the President – October 16, 2024 Homecoming was a rollicking success! I felt a lot of joy seeing the incredible relationships we’ve forged with our students over time. They keep coming back to EOU because we supported them on their path to success. It was delightful to see so many of you having fun […]

Eastern Oregon University Adjunct Professor Dr. Mandy Vance Named Oregon’s 2023-24 Teacher of the Year

Eastern Oregon University Adjunct Professor Dr. Mandy Vance Named Oregon’s 2023-24 Teacher of the Year LA GRANDE, Ore. – Eastern Oregon University (EOU) proudly congratulates Dr. Mandy Vance, an adjunct professor in EOU’s Health and Human Performances Program, on being named Oregon’s 2023-24 Teacher of the Year. Dr. Vance, also a middle school teacher at […]

¡Conéctate! 2024 at EOU Focuses on ‘Wealth Building’ – Join Us on November 1!

¡Conéctate! 2024 at EOU Focuses on ‘Wealth Building’ – Join Us on November 1! LA GRANDE, Ore. – Hosted by Eastern Oregon University, ¡Conéctate! In its 8th year, will be held at EOU on Friday, November 1, 2024 This annual conference is a collaborative effort between Eastern Oregon University, Treasure Valley Community College, and Blue […]

Community Partnerships Show the Power in Meeting EOU Student Needs

Community Partnerships Show the Power in Meeting EOU Student Needs LA GRANDE, Ore. – Eastern Oregon University is forging partnerships to ensure students have what they need to succeed in and out of the classroom.  Eastern Oregon University’s Benefits Navigator partnered with agencies across Eastern Oregon to connect students with essential resources like housing, food, […]