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Welcome to EWU Running Start!

Join us for your official on-campus Running Start Orientation. You’ll navigate campus, meet advisors, find your classrooms and uncover valuable resources that will set you up for success. Family and friends are welcome to attend and celebrate this milestone with you. This event is completely free.

Sign up for a Running Start Welcome Day and show up ready for the first day of college.

RSVP by Thursday, August 13 to secure your spot. To sign up,

  1. Choose the orientation date that works best for you
  2. Log in using the email and password you used to apply to Running Start

Sign up for Tuesday, Aug. 18 Sign up for Thursday, Aug. 20

Orientation Schedule

The schedule below is tentative. We will notify all registered students when updates are made.

Orientation is 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. A light breakfast and lunch are provided. Sessions will help you get familiar with EWU services, programs, and support for students.

Here is an outline of what to expect:

9:30 a.m.Welcome and Overview
10:00 a.m.Student Safety and Success
11:15 a.m.Overview of Academic Support Services
12 p.m.Lunch is provided, Campus Resource Fair
1 p.m.Student Panel
1:30 p.m.Closing Session
2 p.m.Optional Campus Tours

Eagle Card Office Open Until 4 pm

Eagle Card

In order to get your Eagle Card (your student ID card) at Orientation, visit the EagleCard Online Photo Submission with eAccount website and submit an EagleCard photo by August 13. If you aren’t able to complete this before August 13, please stop by the Eagle Card Office during the first week of classes to get your EagleCard.

See FAQs below for more information.

Location & Parking

Check-in and welcome will take place at the NCR in the Pence Union Building.

Parking is available at the P-12A and P-12B lots (behind the EWU Football Stadium), and in the P-15 and P-17 parking lots.

FAQs

Yes! The in-person orientation will have more information about what to expect during Running Start, as well as let you and your guests explore campus, find your classrooms, get your EWU EagleCard, and discover resources to ensure your success during Running Start.

No, but you have so much to gain by attending! Did you know that attending your orientation means you’re more likely to find success when you get campus? It’s true. You’ll feel more familiar with campus and know exactly where to go if you ever need help. Plus, we really want to meet with you and make sure you’re all set for the fall!

Your Eagle Card is your EWU student ID card. It gets you free STA bus rides, access to EWU library and other resources, entrance to events and the Rec Center, and does so much more.

Visit EagleCard Services for more information.

To get your Eagle Card, visit EagleCard Online Photo Submission with eAccount and submit an EagleCard photo by August 13. Once your photo is submitted, please keep an eye out for responses in you Eastern Washington University email.

EagleCard Photo Requirements:

  • Use a plain, smooth background with plenty of light and no shadows.
  • No room corners, ceilings, or clutter in the background.
  • No photos of previous/current IDs, copies of photos, senior/yearbook photos, photos taken from the side, photos taken outdoors, or in cars.
  • Photo must be current (taken within last six months), full color, and unaltered.
  • Face the camera directly with full face in view, with ample space around your head.
  • Use a clear image of your face. Do not use filters commonly used on social media. Selfies usually won’t work.
  • Have a neutral facial expression or a natural smile, with both eyes open.
  • Hat or head covering may only be worn if worn daily for religious purposes. Full face must be visible.
  • Please ensure that the uploaded image is not blurry or grainy.
  • Ensure your photo does not include the following: Sunglasses on top of head, earbuds in ears, headphones around neck or over ears.

Of course! The Running Start team is here to help.  You can reach us at 509.359.6155 or runningstart@ewu.edu.