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The Last Mile Scholarship: How EWU Helps Students Cross the Finish Line

May 29, 2026 by Emilia Klewin

A crowd of college graduates in gowns in mortar boards hold signs that say "EWU alumni."

There’s a certain kind of student story you almost never see in the news. It’s not the dramatic “I started with nothing, now I’m valedictorian” headline, and it’s not the movie-ready moment of tossing graduation caps into the sky. Honestly, it’s quieter than all that. It’s about the student who is so close to graduating,

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‘Swoop In’ Fundraiser Inspires EWU Math Chair to Honor Family, Colleagues

May 26, 2026

‘Swoop In’ Fundraiser Inspires EWU Math Chair to Honor Family, Colleagues

For Carlos Castillo-Garsow, who made generous gifts to name multiple buildings, the signs are a great way to honor family members and colleagues who’ve made a positive impact.

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Investing in Potential: Associated Industries’ Bright Promise Scholarship

May 5, 2026 by Emilia Klewin

Jenny Brunner and Jim DeWalt holding a certificate and smiling

Opportunities don’t always come from perfect grades or a flawless resume. Sometimes, they come from persistence, real-life experience and the drive to build something better for yourself. That’s the idea behind the Bright Promise Scholarship, started by Jim DeWalt, the recently retired president and CEO of Associated Industries, a human relations services group based in

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Giving Joy Day 2026: Campus Celebrates Generosity

April 7, 2026

Photo of Shari McMahan, Lisa Brown and Swoop with mayoral proclamation.

This year’s spirited event had record participation.

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Giving Joy Day has Arrived!

April 2, 2026

Photo of three women from the fundraising team with cupcakes.

EWU’s largest and most collaborative fundraising effort kicks off today, April 2, at the Catalyst, with special activities continuing into tomorrow morning and early afternoon on the Cheney campus.

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From Buildings to Staplers: “Swoop In” Lets You Name It All

April 1, 2026

Hargreaves Eagle statue with two EWU student employees pointing to the eagle.

The lighthearted fundraiser has naming opportunities available through the end of today!

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Scholarship Honors a Legacy of Caring

March 23, 2026

Tessa and John Delbridge as college sweethearts visiting Snoqualmie Falls.

Eastern alumnus John Delbridge took on the tough role of teaching at-risk teenagers. A newly endowed scholarship in his name paves the way for future difference makers.

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Alumna Makes a Difference for Children and Families

Photo of Blanca outdoors

Scholarships helped Blanca Lilia Hernandez realize her goal of becoming a child life specialist.

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Scholarships Help Future Teacher

March 20, 2026

Photo of Osvaldo outside of JFK Library.

Osvaldo De Los Santos plans to make a difference for elementary school students.

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Za’Kayla Jones Hits All the Right Notes

March 17, 2026

Picture of ZaKayla Jones on the red turf.

EWU music major Za’Kayla Jones is making a difference with her beautiful voice.

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