The independent, student-run news site of Eastern Washington University.

The Easterner
The independent, student-run news site of Eastern Washington University.

The Easterner
The independent, student-run news site of Eastern Washington University.

The Easterner
News
Eastern students share thoughts on voting amidst record low levels of trust in government
Eastern students share thoughts on voting amidst record low levels of trust in government
By C.J. Luce, Reporter • November 4, 2024
Campus photo taken by photographer Emily Powers
Eastern Washington University establishes new identity and brand as a polytechnic
October 11, 2024
May 14, 2024 - Students gather to protest campus visitor’s preachings in front of the PUB
Self-proclaimed “traveling campus evangelist” draws protest in front of Pence Union Building
May 21, 2024
On May 8, Eastern Washington University students and alumni gathered on campus holding Palestinian flags and signs, calling for the university to disinvest from its partnership with Fairchild Air Force Base.
EWU students rally as college protests across the country boom in response to the Israel-Hamas war
May 15, 2024
Police Beat: April 23 - May 6
Police Beat: April 23 – May 6
May 7, 2024
Sports
Eastern Washington University played Montana State University at Roos Field on Saturday, Nov. 2.
Montana State offense overwhelms Eagles
By Nic Cunningham, Reporter • November 2, 2024
EWU comes up short against Idaho in Che-Scow Cup
EWU comes up short against Idaho in Che-Scow Cup
October 28, 2024
Photo from Eastern Washington University Athletics website.
Eastern Falls to UC Davis at 101st Homecoming
October 25, 2024
Junior guard Nic McClain went between his legs to claim victory in the dunk contest at MadNest.
MadNest sets stage for EWU hoops
October 22, 2024
A sideline shot of Roos Field, 2024.
EWU rushing attack dominates Hornets
October 14, 2024
Arts & Features
The cast of “Waiting for Lefty” stands united on the stage during EWU Theatre’s first technical rehearsal on October 25th, 2024, at the University Theatre. Photo Courtesy of EWU Theatre Department.
EWU’s Waiting for Lefty: A theatrical call for unity ahead of election day
By Sebastian Whiz-Smartlowit, Reporter • November 4, 2024
Easterner Events: Enjoy local artwork, spend time with the pup, and visit the circus
Easterner Events: Enjoy local artwork, spend time with the pup, and visit the circus
October 16, 2024
Gay and Slay: Kai Valentine's Eastern Washington University legacy
Gay and Slay: Kai Valentine’s Eastern Washington University legacy
May 21, 2024
Easterner Events: learn about different cultures, attend a concert, score free food, and get creative this week
Easterner Events: learn about different cultures, attend a concert, score free food, and get creative this week
May 21, 2024
Easterner Events: explore environmental issues, celebrate STEM, catch a student production, build a robot, and strap on your dancing shoes
Easterner Events: explore environmental issues, celebrate STEM, catch a student production, build a robot, and strap on your dancing shoes
May 15, 2024
Student Life
Students surrounding the Eagle Pride booth during Pride Kickoff on Oct. 3.
Eastern Washington University kicks off October Pride Month, sparking discussion on LGBTQ+ representation and history
Police Beat
Police Beat Oct. 19 - Nov. 1
Police Beat
Police Beat Oct. 19 – Nov. 1
By Cannon Barnett, Editor in Chief • November 2, 2024
Podcasts
Student Feature Podcast: Noelle Bowden’s Abstract Work Explores Memory and Energy
April 26, 2023
The Eagles Start-Up Challenge enables students to grow their businesses
March 16, 2022
Podcast: Philosophy professor is hosted on “Dragon Talk”
February 2, 2022
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