Catalyst Exhibition Showcases Senior Art Majors’ Creative Journeys

Posted on March 13, 2025

Catalyst Exhibition Showcases Senior Art Majors’ Creative Journeys LA GRANDE, Ore. – The Nightingale Gallery of Eastern Oregon University presents Catalyst, the capstone exhibition of senior art majors Claudia Juarez, Hadley Marshall, and Aiden Patterson. The exhibition opens on April 4 and runs through May 2. This exhibit focuses on the defining moments for each […]


Eastern Oregon University Shotgun Sports Secures Victory in West Coast Championship

Posted on March 6, 2025

Eastern Oregon University Shotgun Sports Secures Victory in West Coast Championship LA GRANDE, Ore. – Eastern Oregon University’s Shotgun Sports Team secured a major victory at the West Coast Championship in Las Vegas, earning multiple team and individual titles. The Mountaineers competed against 11 universities, including Arizona State, Colorado State, and Boise State, ultimately bringing […]


EOU to Host First Hispanic Film Festival in April

Posted on February 28, 2025

EOU Hosts Inaugural Hispanic Film Festival in April 2025 LA GRANDE, Ore. – The Spanish Department at Eastern Oregon University (EOU) is proud to host its first Hispanic Film Festival throughout April 2025, bringing a series of powerful films that explore themes of identity, resilience, and cultural heritage. Through a PRAGDA grant and the support […]


Inlow Hall in the winter.

Eastern Oregon Social Science Journal (Volume V) Receives Awards from the American Scholastic Press Association

Posted on February 28, 2025

Eastern Oregon Social Science Journal (Volume V) Receives Awards from the American Scholastic Press Association LA GRANDE, Ore. – Eastern Oregon University’s Eastern Oregon Social Science Journal has achieved top honors on the national stage, earning First Place with Special Merit and Most Outstanding Departmental Journal from the American Scholastic Press Association. The prestigious awards […]


Eastern Oregon Regional High School Art Exhibition Recognizes Outstanding Student Artists

Posted on February 24, 2025

Eastern Oregon Regional High School Art Exhibition Recognizes Outstanding Student Artists LA GRANDE, Ore. – The Eastern Oregon Regional High School Art Exhibition opened on Friday, February 21, showcasing more than 200 artworks from students at 14 regional high schools. Awards were presented by Nightingale Gallery Faculty Director Cory Peeke, celebrating student creativity and the […]


EOU Nightingale Gallery Showcases Regional High School Artists in Annual Exhibition

Posted on February 14, 2025

EOU Nightingale Gallery Showcases Regional High School Artists in Annual Exhibition LA GRANDE, Ore. – The Nightingale Gallery of Eastern Oregon University presents our annual “Eastern Oregon Regional High School Exhibition.”  The exhibition runs from February 21 to March 14. There will be an opening reception for the exhibition Friday, February 21 from 5 p.m. […]


GO STEM Seeks Tech-Savvy Educator to Drive AI Integration in Eastern Oregon Schools

Posted on January 28, 2025

GO STEM Seeks Tech-Savvy Educator to Drive AI Integration in Eastern Oregon Schools LA GRANDE, Ore. – Eastern Oregon University is leading the charge to bring artificial intelligence (AI) resources to rural K-12 educators, breaking barriers to technology access across the region.  This initiative, led by Eastern Oregon University’s Greater Oregon STEM Hub (GO STEM) […]


Eastern Oregon University to Support Early Literacy Success with State Approval

Posted on January 27, 2025

Eastern Oregon University to Support Early Literacy Success with State Approval LA GRANDE, Ore. – Eastern Oregon University has earned approval from the Oregon Department of Education to provide professional development and coaching for districts receiving Early Literacy Success School District Grant funding. This recognition highlights the university’s ongoing efforts to enhance literacy education for […]


EOU’s Annual Song and Dance Show, You and Me, Returns

Posted on January 24, 2025

EOU’s Annual Song and Dance Show, You, Me & We, Returns LA GRANDE, Ore. – Eastern Oregon University’s music department is preparing for its annual song and dance show, “You, Me & We: Music That Brings US Together.” Featuring the EOU Chamber Choir and Music Department, this production blends music and movement.  This production is […]


Taking Flight: Where in the World is EOU Professor Laura Mahrt

Posted on January 22, 2025

Taking Flight: Where in the World is EOU Professor Laura Mahrt LA GRANDE, Ore. – From the rainforests of Ecuador to the shores of the Galápagos Islands, Eastern Oregon University professor Laura Mahrt embarked on a journey few could imagine. Over eight months in 2024-2025, she visited three countries, working at renowned bird-banding stations to […]


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EOU Board of Trustees Committees to Convene January 22

Posted on January 15, 2025

EOU Board of Trustees Committees to Convene January 22 The Committees of the Board of Trustees of Eastern Oregon University will meet on Wednesday, Jan. 22, 2025.  These meetings will take place in the Inlow Hall Board Room, Rm.201, on the campus of Eastern Oregon University in La Grande, Oregon. The public is invited to […]


Eastern Oregon University Names LeeAnn Case as Vice President for Finance and Administration

Posted on December 19, 2024

Eastern Oregon University Names LeeAnn Case as Vice President for Finance and Administration Administration Eastern Oregon University Names LeeAnn Case as Vice President for Finance and Administration LA GRANDE, Ore. – Eastern Oregon University (EOU) is pleased to announce that LeeAnn Case has been named Vice President for Finance and Administration effective January 1, 2025. She […]


Faculty Exhibition at EOU’s Nightingale Gallery, exhibit opens January 10, 2025

Posted on December 10, 2024

Faculty Exhibition at EOU’s Nightingale Gallery, exhibit opens January 10, 2025 LA GRANDE, Ore. – A presentation of recent works by Eastern Oregon University’s Art Department faculty will take place Jan. 10 through Feb. 7 in the university’s Nightingale Gallery. The biennial “Faculty Exhibition” provides viewers a glimpse into the artists’ varied studio practices. The […]


Darren Dutto, Ph.D., Named Dean of STMHS at Eastern Oregon University

Posted on December 4, 2024

Darren Dutto, Ph.D., Named Dean of STMHS at Eastern Oregon University LA GRANDE, Ore. – Eastern Oregon University (EOU) has named Darren Dutto, Ph.D, as the new Dean of the College of Science, Technology, Mathematics, and Health Sciences (STMHS), effective Dec. 2, 2024. Dutto brings many years of experience as a professor and researcher in […]


EOU to Close Campus for Winter Break from December 24 to January 1, 2025

Posted on December 4, 2024

EOU to Close Campus for Winter Break from December 24 to January 1, 2025 LA GRANDE, Ore. – Eastern Oregon University’s main campus in La Grande will be closed for winter break from Tuesday, Dec. 24, 2024  to Wednesday, Jan. 1, 2025. During this time, all university buildings and facilities will be closed, and no […]


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Eastern Oregon University Secures Over $1.5 Million in Workforce Ready Grants to Advance Technology Training in Rural Oregon

Posted on December 4, 2024

Eastern Oregon University Secures Over $1.5 Million in Workforce Ready Grants to Advance Technology Training in Rural Oregon LA GRANDE, Ore. – Eastern Oregon University (EOU) was recently awarded two Technology Workforce Ready Grants totaling $1,587,976 to strengthen technology-focused workforce development in eastern Oregon. The grants emphasize cybersecurity, artificial intelligence (AI), and technical skill-building in […]


Is Avalanche Education Working? Discussion Explores Avalanche Safety and Behavioral Trends

Posted on November 27, 2024

Is Avalanche Education Working? Discussion Explores Avalanche Safety and Behavioral Trends LA GRANDE, Ore. – As winter approaches and more adventurers head into the backcountry, understanding how to stay safe in avalanche-prone terrain is crucial.  “A Public Health Approach to Avalanche Safety Messaging Through Understanding Behaviors after Participation in Avalanche Courses and Risk Management Trends […]


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

Posted on November 20, 2024

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

Posted on November 18, 2024

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

Posted on November 15, 2024

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 […]