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Read about recent news and accomplishments at Eastern Washington University.

Barr served the Eastern community for 26 years.

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

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

Through her Master of Social Work internship, Kenna Hurley turns classroom knowledge into meaningful support for at-risk youth.

The alumna established several endowed funds to support student scholarships and applied learning for Eastern Washington University students.

About 2,600 Eastern Washington University students have made the Dean’s List for Spring Quarter 2026.

Michael Bushyeager built career-ready skills through hands-on learning while creating meaningful work for the campus community.

The Eastern Washington University Board of Trustees has elected longtime education-sector thought leader Christine Johnson as its board chair.

From developing a business plan to balancing academics and athletics, Lucy Bowers is building the collaboration, leadership, and organizational skills to prepare for a career in project management.