From the President – January 31, 2024

Dear EOU Community: I recently had the opportunity to meet with University Council leadership to discuss the Great Colleges to Work For survey results. Our highest scores from the last survey were in the area of job satisfaction and support. The overwhelming majority of you (77%) felt that your jobs made good use of your […]

Eastern Oregon University Launches “Bridging Horizons” Community Partnerships Series

Eastern Oregon University Launches “Bridging Horizons” LA GRANDE, Ore. – Eastern Oregon University (EOU), Oregon’s Official Rural University and a cornerstone of eastern Oregon, is excited to announce the launch of “Bridging Horizons” EOU’s Community Partnerships Series. This initiative is a monthly showcase designed to highlight the dynamic collaborations between EOU and the diverse businesses […]

Eastern Oregon University Colloquium will feature Michael Sell’s photography

Eastern Oregon University Colloquium will feature Michael Sell’s photography LA GRANDE, Ore. – Eastern Oregon University professor Michael Sell has returned from a year-long sabbatical, and following a gallery opening at Nightingale Gallery, will present a Colloquium on Thursday, Feb. 8, 2024, from 4 p.m. to 5 p.m. Sell’s photographic work explores mortality, subcultures, and […]

Eastern Oregon University Announces 2023 Fall Term Dean’s List

Eastern Oregon University Announces 2023 Fall Term Dean’s List LA GRANDE, Ore. – Eastern Oregon University named 591 students to the dean’s list for the 2023 fall term. Qualifying students achieve and maintain a grade point average of 3.5 or higher on a 4.0 scale while completing a minimum of 12 hours of graded coursework […]

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

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 […]

Join the Movement: EOU’s Walk for LIFE Program Promotes Health and Social Interaction

Join the Movement: EOU’s Walk for LIFE Program Promotes Health and Social Interaction LA GRANDE, Ore. – Eastern Oregon University’s Health and Human Performance program is “picking up the pace” for a community health class project. This semester, the students revived the free walking program for adults in the community of La Grande, under the […]

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

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

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 […]

From the President – January 17, 2024

From the President – January 17, 2024 Our winter term is off to a fine start, and I’m eager to see us glide through winter into the spring. Our strategy teams for the Ascent 2029 strategic plan began their work over the past two weeks. You can expect to hear about opportunities to share your […]

Unlock Your Potential: EOU’s MAT Program – Bridging Classroom Theory with Hands-On Teaching Across Oregon

Unlock Your Potential: EOU’s MAT Program – Bridging Classroom Theory with Hands-On Teaching Across Oregon LA GRANDE, Ore. – EOU’s Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) program is ten months (4 terms), beginning in the Summer term and extending through the following Spring term.  The program is a hybrid format. Candidates will attend a residency […]

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

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”. […]

Innovative Educator Explores Interdisciplinary Learning in Mathematics and Computer Science during Sabbatical in France

Innovative Educator Explores Interdisciplinary Learning in Mathematics and Computer Science during Sabbatical in France: Colloquium LA GRANDE, Ore. – Eastern Oregon University professor Andrew David Bjork, a seasoned theoretical mathematician, has recently returned from a transformative sabbatical in France. During this period, Bjork delved into the realms of epistemology, didactics of mathematics, and constructivism, seeking […]

Eastern Oregon University and La Grande High School Collaborations Open Pathways to Student Success

Eastern Oregon University and La Grande High School Collaborations Open Pathways to Student Success LA GRANDE, Ore. – Eastern Oregon University (EOU) and La Grande High School (LHS) are building on a unique and established partnership to create more opportunities for high school students to access college. At the core of this work is the […]

From the President – January 3, 2024

From the President – December 20, 2023 Happy New Year Eastern Oregon University!  I write with enthusiasm about our coming year and our just-about-to-get-started winter term. A new year brings with it a sense of optimism. For me, that hope revolves around our shared commitment to bringing our strategies to life through conversation, investigation, collaboration, […]

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

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. […]