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
EWU celebrates first Cheney commencement since 2016
EWU celebrates first Cheney commencement since 2016
By Carly King, Reporter • June 12, 2025
A banner displaying the Eastern Washington University logo hangs from a lamppost next to blooming cherry blossoms on campus.
ASEWU releases election results for 2025-2026 school year
May 21, 2025
A house on Second Street, neighboring the Alpha Xi Delta sorority house, caught fire on April 20.
Cheney house fire spreads to Alpha Xi Delta sorority house
May 7, 2025
A headshot of Lorenzo M. Smith, EWU's next provost. Photo from InsideEWU website.
EWU announces next provost
April 13, 2025
Eastern Washington University under investigation for reports of antisemitism
Eastern Washington University under investigation for reports of antisemitism
April 10, 2025
Sports
Isaiah Moses, Johnny Radford, Straton Rogers, and Alton Hamilton IV (left to right) each visited EWU on different days before they committed. Photos courtesy of Braeden Harlow, EWU Athletics. Photo courtesy of Braeden Harlow, EWU Athletics.
EWU men’s basketball nets in four transfers for 2025-2026 season
By Nic Cunningham, Reporter • June 12, 2025
Jakob Thompson (left) and Brad Lucas (right) clinch during a practice. Both wrestlers competed at the NCWA NW Conference Championship meet.
EWU wrestling thrives during 2024-2025 school year
May 30, 2025
Senior Isabella Foshee hits a backhand shot in her match against Idaho State sophomore Asem Shoybek on April 12.
Eagles Shake Off Saturday Loss to Win Senior Day Match
April 15, 2025
Weber State junior Connor Kruger and Eastern Washington junior Tyler Dalos shake hands after finishing their singles match. Kruger won in two sets.
Men’s tennis drops penultimate home match
April 9, 2025
Sacramento State junior guard Jaydia Martin shoots the ball over Eastern Washington junior guard Ella Gallatin during a regular season game on Jan. 11. Martin scored 26 points against the Eagles during the conference tournament on Mar. 8.
EWU basketball seasons end after conference first round
March 12, 2025
Arts & Features
Community members gather at No-Li Brewhouse to celebrate the release of the 188.2 Imperial Red Ale, crafted by EWU students.
EWU craft beer students celebrate ale release at No-Li Brewhouse
By Carly King, Reporter • June 12, 2025
Photo by Jack Van Amburg for The Easterner
Elixirs & luck: EWU’s first ever ren faire welcomes travelers near and far
May 28, 2025
Attendees at Thrive International's IRL Refugee Experience on April 17 share a moment between simulation activities at EWU's Catalyst building in Spokane.
Designed to feel: How EWU students helped build a refugee immersion for the Spokane community
May 13, 2025
Students in the Dental Hygiene program have the opportunity to work on patients in-clinic.
EWU’s Dental Hygiene program provides invaluable experience for students, community
April 5, 2025
Dani Nelson - Director of Elections for the Associated Students of Eastern Washington University (ASEWU).
Why ASEWU matters: Dani Nelson on the power of student leadership
March 2, 2025
Student Life
Dirt cheap: A college student’s guide to gardening
Dirt cheap: A college student’s guide to gardening
Police Beat
Police Beat: May 7 - May 16
Police Beat
Police Beat: May 7 – May 16
By Nic Cunningham, Reporter • May 30, 2025
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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