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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

Humans aren't the only ones feeling the effects of COVID-19. Many furry friends are also impacted by the crisis.

Possible effects of COVID-19 on pets

By Star Dragon, Reporter April 27, 2020

Animal shelters, vets, pets and pet owners everywhere are having to change in new and unexpected ways.  Although this is unusual, it isn’t the first time that pets have had to endure a pandemic....

The EWU police department has been creating masks on their own time to help prevent the spread of COVID-19.

EWU police create masks for campus community

By Karlee Van De Venter, Reporter April 21, 2020

This month the EWU police team has gone beyond their usual tasks for protecting students. While still going about their daily duties, they also started distributing homemade face masks for the campus community.  According...

Many EWU students are experiencing confusion in their online-only classes.

EWU students share experiences with online learning

By Ben Blakney, Reporter April 20, 2020

In a story originally published in The Easterner on April 15, professors at EWU provided their input on the new quarantine learning environment, Zoom. A range of opinions came forward, stemming from differing...

How to stave off cabin fever while quarantined

How to stave off cabin fever while quarantined

By Star Dragon, Reporter April 20, 2020

Long periods of isolation were not in the forecast for 2020, but quarantining is a reality many people are now having to face. Quarantining at home may protect someone’s physical health, but what problems...

EWU raises over $270,000 on Giving Joy Day

EWU raises over $270,000 on Giving Joy Day

By Karlee Van De Venter, Reporter April 15, 2020

For the past four years, Giving Joy Day has been a day for the EWU community to support students with donations. This year, students needed it more than ever after being affected by COVID-19. Previously,...

Zoom Q&A with EWU professors and students

Zoom Q&A with EWU professors and students

By Ben Blakney, Reporter April 15, 2020

With EWU’s recent efforts to flatten the COVID-19 curve, a transition to online learning through Zoom was one of the first major changes. As with all change, a new learning obstacle was introduced to...

EWU's normally bustling campus is now practically empty.

Life on an empty campus

By Emily Driskel, Reporter April 13, 2020

On a typical Tuesday afternoon, EWU's campus is usually filled with students hustling to and from classes. Now, the campus atmosphere has become quiet. Inside the PUB, only a few people roam the EWU Union...

Scholar of the year: Jordan Stevenson

By Sam Jackson, Copy Editor June 5, 2019

Our inaugural Eag of the Year awards recognize three members of EWU who have gone above and beyond to represent the campus community. One scholar, one athlete and one staff/faculty member. The awards,...

Faculty/staff of the year: Stacey Reece

By Dylan Harris, News Editor June 5, 2019

Our inaugural Eag of the Year awards recognize three members of EWU who have gone above and beyond to represent the campus community. One scholar, one athlete and one staff/faculty member. The awards,...

Multicultural Center hosts second annual Story Slam

By Kaisa Siipola, Reporter April 17, 2019

At the second annual Story Slam, participants will share a story that revolves around the theme of justice. The event will be held in the snyamncut Great Room Lounge from 3 to 5 p.m. on April 17 and participants...

Raising a pint to occupational therapy

By Sam Jackson, Copy Editor April 5, 2019

Who knew that learning about the service of occupational therapy could be fun and include beer. The EWU Student Occupational Therapy Association is hosting its Pint Night fundraiser on April 11 at Bellwether...

EWU student groups host documentary viewing and panel discussion

By Kaisa Siipola, Reporter March 13, 2019

There’s nothing like a movie night and free pizza to get you through the remainder of the quarter as finals approach. The Black Student Union, EWU Jewish Club and Phi Alpha Theta/History Club are...

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