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. with a reception for the artist. Sell’s photographic work explores mortality, subcultures, and the progression of time through ritualistic and documentary practices. Using traditionally formal approaches to his subjects, these documents are sterile, still, and full o ..read more

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 by offering Oregon residents up to $13,000 annually in tuition assistance.  “This grant is more than just financial aid; it’s a much needed investment in the future of mental health care in Oregon,” stat ..read more

Nov. 30, 2023 Join the Colloquium on the Instructional Value of Digital Storytelling with WeVideo LA GRANDE, Ore. – Eastern Oregon University is excited to host a colloquium titled “The Instructional Value of Digital Storytelling with WeVideo.” This event, set to illuminate the educational landscape, is scheduled for Thursday, Dec. 14, 2023, at 4 p.m. in Ackerman 210. Digital storytelling, a creative and engaging method that combines the art of telling stories with digital multimedia, such as images, audio, and video, has been a transformative tool in educational settings. The upcoming colloq ..read more

Nov. 28, 2023 Douglas County Welcomes EOU Alumnus Emily Ring as New Emergency Manager LA GRANDE, Ore. – Eastern Oregon University takes pride in announcing the appointment of one of its distinguished alumni, Emily Ring, as the new Douglas County Emergency Manager. This appointment underscores EOU’s commitment to equipping students with the skills and knowledge necessary to excel in diverse career paths and contribute significantly to their communities. Emily Ring, a graduate of Eastern Oregon University, has an impressive background in emergency management, enhanced by her academic journey at ..read more

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 organization, GivingTuesday, created the concept in 2012 as a way to engage in generosity worldwide and promote generosity as a daily action. Any organization can participate in a variety of ways to best support their organ ..read more

Nov. 13, 2023 Native American Heritage Month recognized at EOU LA GRANDE, Ore. – Eastern Oregon University (EOU) is pleased to announce that November is Native American Heritage Month, a time to celebrate and honor the rich cultures, histories, and contributions of Native Americans in our community and across the nation.  This month provides an opportunity for all of us to learn more about the diverse traditions and experiences of Native Americans, as well as to engage in meaningful dialogue and reflection. Throughout November, EOU has organized a series of events and initiatives to reco ..read more

Nov. 13, 2023 November Board of Trustees Meeting to be held Nov 15 & 16 LA GRANDE, Ore. – Eastern Oregon University’s board of trustees will host a regular board meeting on Wednesday, Nov. 15 and Thursday, Nov. 16, 2023. This meeting will take place on the campus of Eastern Oregon University in the Integrated Services Building, room 147, located at 1607 Gekeler Lane. The agenda includes a discussion about the mission of the University, University operations, and management as well as Computer Science and Cyber Security, and a Progress Update on the DEIA Strategic Plan. The public is invit ..read more

Nov. 8, 2023 New Photo Exhibit at Ackerman Hall Showcases Nez Perce Music in Collaboration with The Josephy Center LA GRANDE, Ore. – The Josephy Center, in collaboration with Eastern Oregon University, announces the opening of an enlightening photo exhibit, “Nez Perce Music: Tradition, Assimilation, and Resistance.”  This exhibit delves into the rich musical heritage of the Nez Perce Tribe, emphasizing its significance to the tribe’s history and cultural resilience. The exhibit coincides with Native American Month, making it a timely and poignant celebration of Native American heritage ..read more

Nov. 6, 2023 Holiday Sounds and Holiday Cheer Await at The Observer’s 31st Annual Holiday Music Festival, Eastern Oregon University sponsored by Koza Family Dental Care LA GRANDE, Ore. – The Observer’s 31st Annual Holiday Music Festival at Eastern Oregon University, proudly sponsored by Koza Family Dental Care, is set to enchant audiences on Saturday, Dec. 2 at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday, Dec. 3 at 3 p.m. The event will take place at the McKenzie Theatre, located in Loso Hall on the EOU Campus. This annual musical offers an evening of seasonal delight, featuring a captivating blend of community me ..read more

Nov. 1, 2023 What Heaven Brought You and Me; A Solo Exhibition by Andrea Alonge LA GRANDE, Ore. – The Nightingale Gallery of Eastern Oregon University is pleased to present an exhibit by textile artist Andrea Alonge entitled “What Heaven Brought You and Me.” The exhibit title is a lyric from “Southern Cross” by Crosby, Stills & Nash, and the exhibit examines themes of love, distance, connection, and the human urge to witness and have one’s life and inner workings witnessed by another in the physical and digital world. The exhibit opens on Thursday, Nov. 9 at 5 p.m. with a gallery talk by ..read more