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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

Eastern Washington University’s new Director of Tribal Relations, Cola Boyer.

Eastern Washington University appoints new tribal relations director

By Jillian Strother, Photojournalist December 3, 2024

A new Director of Tribal Relations was appointed by Eastern Washington University following a six month vacancy in the position. The Easterner sat down with new hire Cola Boyer to get to know her and...

The ROTC obstacle course in front of Cadet Hall.

Hometown hero spotlight: Keigan Baker

By C.J. Luce, Reporter November 15, 2024

The EWU Reserve Officers’ Training Corps program honored late airman and Eastern Washington University alum Keigan Baker on Sept. 27. Baker was an alumni of EWU’s business and ROTC programs. A foundation...

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
Eastern Washington University’s Theatre Department aims to use the power of performance to inspire student involvement in politics with its production of Waiting for Lefty.
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

By Kayla Dickson, Reporter October 16, 2024

Get Out the Vote: Student Works Poster Show - Oct. 15 to Nov. 5 Eastern Washington University’s JFK Library will have more than 70 posters made by students on display for the Get Out The Vote: Student...

Gay and Slay: Kai Valentine's Eastern Washington University legacy

Gay and Slay: Kai Valentine’s Eastern Washington University legacy

By Kayla Dickson, Reporter May 21, 2024

Eastern Washington University hosted its first student drag show in seven years on April 26. The drag show, titled “Gay and Slay,” featured students and alumni of the university performing both solo...

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

By Kayla Dickson, Reporter May 21, 2024

A Panel Discussion on the Experiences of Asian Muslims in the United States - May 22 The Eastern Washington University College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences is putting on a panel discussion...

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

By Kayla Dickson, Reporter May 15, 2024

Expo ’74: 50 Years of Environmental Awareness - May 15 Learn about the history of Spokane and discuss the current climate crisis with community members at the Expo ‘74: 50 Years of Environmental...

Winter Quarter in Review - Photos

Winter Quarter in Review – Photos

By Katherine Kneafsey, Photographer May 2, 2024

 

Easterner Events: check out campus culture, chuckle at a comedy show, and enjoy some exercise

Easterner Events: check out campus culture, chuckle at a comedy show, and enjoy some exercise

By Kayla Dickson, Reporter April 30, 2024

Diversity and Inclusion: Representing Culture and Language in Children’s Literature - May 2 Learn about a different perspective on literature at the Diversity and Inclusion: Representing Culture and...

Easterner Events: exploring music, history, culture, financial aid, and personal development

Easterner Events: exploring music, history, culture, financial aid, and personal development

By Kayla Dickson, Reporter April 25, 2024

K-Pop Music & Dance: A Look at South Korean Popular Culture - April 24 Exercise your body and mind at the Cheney Library on April 24 at their K-pop Music & Dance: A Look at South Korean Popular...

EWU undergraduate literary magazine holds release party

EWU undergraduate literary magazine holds release party

By Riley Langill, Reporter March 7, 2024

On Feb. 21, at 4 p.m., students, teachers, friends, and parents gathered in The Mason Jar to celebrate Northwest Boulevard Magazine, a literary magazine run by undergraduates at Eastern Washington University.  The...

 EWU Senior Hilary Baird poses with a piano in one of her favorite rooms to practice in, located in the EWU Music Building

EWU student aims to make music accessible for people with disabilities like hers through enrollment in unique Master’s program

By Cannon Barnett, News Editor February 26, 2024

At six years old, Hilary Baird told her teacher that she wanted to be a music teacher when she grew up. As she got older and began to struggle in school due to undiagnosed autism, she realized that dream...

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