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Eagles on the Hill

February 27, 2026

Photo of ASEWU members with the EWU president and Gabe Blackwell in the Capitol Building.

The Associated Students of Eastern Washington University sent a delegation of student leaders to Olympia to advocate for university priorities with Washington state lawmakers

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Prairie Restoration Planting Project is Seeking Volunteers

February 26, 2026

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During the two-day event on March 6 and 7, volunteers will help to plant some 1,500 native plant plugs.

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TRIO McNair Scholar Plans to Make Education More Inclusive

Portrait of Ryan Finner.

The Africana Studies major founded a student support club while also making a difference as a PLUS coach.

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A Letter From Police Chief Day on New Mobile Camera Unit

A mobile security camera unit is situated in an EWU parking lot.

At Eastern Washington University, safety is foundational to everything we do.

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Black History at Eastern

Photo of Marjorie Boyd

Learn more about the students and leaders who helped to shape the university.

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Archaeological & Historical Services to cease operations

February 24, 2026

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Eastern Washington University has made the difficult decision to close its Archaeological and Historical Services program.

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EWU Course Supports Teachers in Crisis Zones

Notes that Ukrainian students wrote in English on Post-It Notes.

Eastern Washington University’s Gina Petrie is part of an international collaboration that published an article detailing the effectiveness of trauma sensitive teaching techniques.

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Jess Walter Week Highlights

February 20, 2026

Jess Walter looking at a painting made by a student to illustrate a story of his.

The week of events featured Jess Walter, an Eastern alumnus and best-selling author, connecting with students and the larger campus community.

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Eagle Excellence: February 2026

February 18, 2026

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Kudos to Eastern Washington University’s campus community for doing great work!

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Eagle 1 News: February 2026

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Read up on Eastern Washington University’s highlights and happenings.

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