Eastern Oregon University Hosts First New Nature Writing Event with Top Authors and Hands-On Workshops

Eastern Oregon University Hosts First New Nature Writing Event with Top Authors and Hands-On Workshops LA GRANDE, Ore. – The EOU Masters of Fine Arts program in Creative Writing is excited to announce its inaugural New Nature Writing Con on July 19-20, 2024. The conference will consist of two days of readings, conversations, and workshops […]

Eastern Oregon University Foundation Announces Historic Milestone with Over $1 Million in Scholarships

Eastern Oregon University Foundation Announces Historic Milestone with Over $1 Million in Scholarships LA GRANDE, Ore. – The Eastern Oregon University Foundation has achieved a historic milestone by surpassing $1 million in privately funded scholarship dollars available for EOU students for the first time in its history. This achievement comes at a critical time when […]

Eastern Oregon University Announces Faris Ceranic as Presidential Scholar

Eastern Oregon University Announces Faris Ceranic as Presidential Scholar LA GRANDE, OR. – Eastern Oregon University (EOU) has announced Faris Ceranic as this year’s recipient of the prestigious President’s Scholar Award. This award is reserved for an outstanding student from the graduating class who exemplifies academic excellence, leadership, and community engagement and will be recognized […]

Eastern Oregon University Named #1 Most Affordable College in Oregon by University HQ

Eastern Oregon University Named #1 Most Affordable College in Oregon by University HQ LA GRANDE, Ore. – Eastern Oregon University (EOU) is proud to be named the most affordable university in Oregon by University HQ, underscoring its commitment to accessible, high-quality education. University HQ provides career planning resources, including program entry guides, certification paths, professional […]

EOU alumna Sophia Aimone Unravels Creativity in ‘all tangled up’ Exhibition at Art Center East

EOU alumna Sophia Aimone Unravels Creativity in ‘all tangled up’ Exhibition at Art Center East LA GRANDE, Ore. – The solo exhibition of 2022 Eastern Oregon University graduate Sophia Aimone, whose artistic vision comes to life at Art Center East this Friday, May 3, 2024, is titled “all tangled up.”   “This opportunity presented itself to […]

2024 Spring Symposium Scheduled at Eastern Oregon University Highlights Student Achievements

Spring Symposium Scheduled at Eastern Oregon University Highlights Student Achievements LA GRANDE, Ore. – Eastern Oregon University’s Spring Symposium will take place on the Eastern Oregon University (EOU) campus Wednesday, May 15, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. The community is welcome, and events are free. Spring Symposium is an annual gathering where students present […]

Eastern Oregon University Announces 2024 Winter Fall Term Dean’s List

Eastern Oregon University Announces 2024 Winter Fall Term Dean’s List LA GRANDE, Ore. – Eastern Oregon University named 610 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 […]

Dr. Rae Ette Newman Appointed New Dean of the College of Education

Dr. Rae Ette Newman Appointed New Dean of the College of Education LA GRANDE, Ore. – Eastern Oregon University is pleased to announce the appointment of Rae Ette Newman, Ph.D., as the new Dean of the College of Education, effective May 1, 2024. Newman has been in the position as interim since July 2022, and […]

Immerse Yourself in Shakespeare’s Classic: ‘Macbeth’ Comes to Life Through EOU Collaboration

Immerse Yourself in Shakespeare’s Classic: ‘Macbeth’ Comes to Life Through EOU Collaboration LA GRANDE, Ore. – Eastern Oregon University is proud to be a part of a collaboration with the upcoming presentation of Shakespeare’s timeless tragedy, “Macbeth,” at the Schwarz Theater Theatre in Loso Hall. The production, brought to life by director Grant Turner promises […]

EOU Music Department Presents Community Fazioli Piano Day

EOU Music Department Presents Community Fazioli Piano Day LA GRANDE, Ore. – Calling all piano enthusiasts!  The Eastern Oregon University (EOU) Music Department, in collaboration with esteemed musicians Mio Aoike and Peter Wordelman, is reaching out to announce Community Fazioli Piano on April 20, 2024. This event invites individuals from the community to showcase their […]

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

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

National Giving Tuesday ignites alumni and friends of EOU to support students and programs

Nov. 15, 2023 National Giving Tuesday ignites alumni and friends of EOU to support students and programs La Grande, Ore. – The Eastern Oregon University Foundation will once again host a Giving Tuesday campaign, starting with early promotional efforts and culminating into an organic campaign, coinciding with the national Giving Tuesday platform. The national nonprofit […]

Eastern Oregon University: Where Success is More Than Just Talk – Realizing Career Aspirations

Eastern Oregon University: Where Success is More Than Just Talk – Realizing Career Aspirations LA GRANDE, Ore. – Eastern Oregon University (EOU) doesn’t just talk about student and career success; it’s deeply ingrained in the institution’s mission. Whether you’re a recent high school graduate, an adult returning to education, or an online learner, EOU is […]

Eastern Oregon University Announces Alumni Association Award Recipients

Oct. 23, 2023 Eastern Oregon University Announces Alumni Association Award Recipients LA GRANDE, Ore. – Eastern Oregon University celebrates and recognizes the exceptional lifetime achievements of three remarkable alumni, each representing a distinct category of excellence. The annual awards are a testament to the unwavering dedication, outstanding service, and remarkable accomplishments of EOU’s alumni community. […]

Eastern Oregon University Announces Winners of Homecoming Parade

Eastern Oregon University Announces Winners of Homecoming Parade LA GRANDE, Ore. – Eastern Oregon University (EOU) is delighted to announce the winners of the annual Homecoming Parade, a vibrant celebration that brings the community together in the spirit of Mountaineer pride and camaraderie. This year’s parade, known as the “Mountaineer March” saw an exceptional display […]

Hundreds of pounds of donated food distributed to EOU students, raising awareness about food insecurity

Hundreds of pounds of donated food distributed to EOU students, raising awareness about food insecurity LA GRANDE, Ore. – Eastern Oregon University saw an outpouring of support from the community on Wednesday during its Fall Food Share Event. Hundreds of pounds of perishable and non-perishable food, as well as essential health and hygiene items, were […]

Game on: Homecoming coming to EOU, Oct. 12 through 14

Game on: Homecoming coming to EOU Oct. 12 through 14 LA GRANDE, Ore. – Eastern Oregon University (EOU) welcomes Mountaineer alumni, family, friends, and the public to celebrate EOU from Thurs., Oct. 12 to Sat., Oct. 14 in La Grande with a host of homecoming festivities. The weekend begins Thursday evening, Oct. 12 with a […]

EOU Board of Trustees to hold annual retreat in John Day

EOU Board of Trustees to hold the annual retreat in John Day LA GRANDE, Ore. – Eastern Oregon University’s Board of Trustees will hold its 2023 annual retreat in John Day, Oregon, on Mon. Aug. 7, and Tues., Aug. 8.   On the first day of the retreat, the board will meet with local leaders to […]