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EWU Students Activate a Living Laboratory

August 11, 2026

Erin Endres in the outdoor seed garden.

A new course is transforming the campus landscape into a living laboratory focused on applied learning and environmental sustainability.

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Campers Investigate College Forensics

by Melodie Little

Campers Investigate College Forensics

A new Eastern Washington University youth camp provided students, grades 7 through 12, with a taste of what a university-level forensics investigation course has to offer.

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EWU Provides Temporary Living Quarters for Fire Victims

August 4, 2026

The photo shows Anderson Hall, a brick building with large windows on the EWU campus.

Eastern Washington University has opened its residence halls to those affected by the Spokane Complex Wildfires, as well as disaster-relief volunteers, providing temporary shelter during this time of crisis.

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Eastern Washington Wildfires Resources & Guidance

August 2, 2026

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Our thoughts are with all those affected by the wildfires. EWU stands ready to support students, faculty and staff who have been impacted. 

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Track Resurfacing Project is Nearing Completion

July 29, 2026

Photo of worker adding new striping to Roos Field.

The $2.4 million rennovation is expected to wrap up in late August.

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In Memoriam: Nance Van Winckel

July 27, 2026

Nance Van Winckel, poet and EWU professor emerita

Poet and EWU Professor Emerita Nance Van Winckel remembered as ‘an inspirational, challenging and imaginative teacher.’

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Eagle 1 News: July 2026

July 22, 2026

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Read about recent news and accomplishments at Eastern Washington University.

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In Memoriam: William E. Barr

July 21, 2026

Barr served the Eastern community for 26 years.

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EWU named 2026-27 College of Distinction

An illustrated logo for the College of Distinction designation.

Eastern Washington University has been named a 2026-27 College of Distinction—a national designation that EWU has earned for the second consecutive year.

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Alumna Teaches Kids About Community

July 20, 2026

Kids set up boxes of cereal domino-style in their school.

Julie Stannard’s creative cereal project benefitted nine local food assistance programs, including the EWU Food Pantry.

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