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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

On Dec. 4, sophomore forward Vice Zanki made a 3-pointer against North Dakota to give the Eagles an 85-79 lead with 23 seconds left in the game.

Eagles and Big Sky fall to Summit League for second consecutive year

By Nic Cunningham, Reporter December 8, 2024

Last week, the Eastern Washington University basketball teams played a combined four games during the second annual Big Sky-Summit League Challenge, winning one game and losing three. During the challenge,...

Police Beat Nov. 2 - Nov. 21

Police Beat Nov. 2 – Nov. 21

By C.J. Luce, Reporter December 3, 2024

Robbery — Nov. 2 At 6:00 p.m. a student reported that he had his glasses stolen at Roos field and was punched. No charges were pressed. Suspicious circumstance — Nov. 3 At 12:15 a.m. a complaint...

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...

Eastern Washington University’s Board of Trustees met on Oct. 25 to address key issues shaping the university’s future.

Key updates from EWU’s Board of Trustees Oct. 25 meeting

By Sebastian Whiz-Smartlowit, Reporter November 28, 2024

Eastern Washington University’s Board of Trustees met on Oct. 25 to address key issues shaping the university’s future, focusing on decisions that will impact students, faculty, and campus operations.  This...

Swoop and the EWU cheerleaders rally from the sidelines during the Nov. 6, 2024 basketball game against Seattle University.

Current and former Eagles battle in Spokane

By Nic Cunningham, Reporter November 27, 2024

The Eastern Washington University men’s basketball team played against four former players and five former coaches in a neutral site game against Washington State on Thursday, Nov. 21. The Cougars won...

#11 Nic McClain throws down a dunk for two of his 28 points against Cal Poly on Nov. 17.

Eagles drop both games of Sunday basketball doubleheader

By Nic Cunningham, Reporter November 21, 2024
The Eastern Washington University women’s and men’s basketball teams failed to capture a win during their doubleheader on Sunday, Nov. 19.
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...

Freshman forward Emmett Marquardt takes a jump shot against Seattle University on Wednesday Nov. 6, 2024.

New-look Eagles split opening week games

By Nic Cunningham, Reporter November 13, 2024
The men’s and women’s basketball teams went 1-1 in the first week of Eastern Washington University basketball.
Headshots of Ashton McKean, Elizabeth Humberstad, and Wade Romine. Courtesy of ASEWU website.

Eagles, meet your new ASEWU Executive Officers

By Nic Cunningham, Reporter November 13, 2024
This fall, three new executive members of the Associated Students of Eastern Washington University (ASEWU) took office after being elected in April. The Easterner sat down with the new President Ashton McKean, Vice President Elizabeth Humberstad, and Finance Vice President Wade Romine to talk about who they are and what their goals are for their positions.
Racist Snapchat video prompts response from EWU students, staff

Racist Snapchat video prompts response from EWU students, staff

By Cannon Barnett, Editor in Chief November 6, 2024

A racist video on social media directed at Black members of the Eastern Washington University and Cheney communities prompted sweeping responses from EWU staff and student organizations Monday. The...

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.
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

With the general election coming up in a couple of days, Eastern Washington University students may have seen a number of campus events encouraging them to vote. “A lot is at stake this election day,”...

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