Archive: stories
Student Helped by Scholarships is Destined to Change Lives

Janeli Sanchez, a 21-year-old from Orondo, Washington, is passionate about helping people lead healthier lives.
[Read more]Filed Under:
Tags:
Michael Simmons

In summer 2021, Michael Simmons, a 26-year-old electrical engineering major from Spokane, interned at a firm where he was involved with projects that, if realized to their full potential, could benefit millions of people living in water-stressed communities.
[Read more]Filed Under:
Jenny Brunner

Jenny Brunner was dealing with declining health and an undiagnosed heart condition when an email arrived announcing that she was being awarded a Bright Promise Scholarship.
[Read more]Filed Under:
Major Gift Honors Alumni Artist, Teacher Roger Riggs

With fiery colors encroaching upon two darkness-enshrouded pillars, EWU alumnus Roger Riggs’ painting “9/11” powerfully conveys the essence of a defining American tragedy.
[Read more]Filed Under:
EWU Nursing Program Earns Approval to Move Ahead

(Listen and read the story on Spokane Public Radio) After years of discussions and pre-planning, Eastern Washington University has received…
[Read more]Sovereignty Through Sustainability Event

As part of its annual Sustainability Week celebration, Eastern Washington University hosted a daylong conference devoted to exploring some of…
[Read more]Filed Under:
Student Emergency Fund Gives Joy When Students Need it Most

During winter break, an EWU student traveled home for the holidays. A medical emergency caused the need for an expensive…
[Read more]Filed Under:
No-Li Brewhouse Helps EWU Launch Craft Beer Certificate

No-Li Brewhouse made a $10,000 gift to kick off Giving Joy Day and help Eastern launch a Craft Beer Industry…
[Read more]Filed Under:
Steve Blewett Wants to Make Internships More Accessible

Internships are an important and valuable part of the college experience. The real-world experience is often not only crucial to…
[Read more]