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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

Senior guard Jaydia Martin transferred to Sacramento State University this season after playing for Eastern Washington University for three years. She scored 23 points against the Eagles on Jan. 11.

Where are they now? Former Eagle basketball players excel in new teams

By Nic Cunningham, Reporter February 12, 2025

After a change in scenery, multiple players from last year’s men’s and women’s basketball teams are finding success in their new schools. Six players from last year’s men’s team and four...

Sophomore guard Mason Williams attempts a layup over a Northern Arizona defender on Jan. 23. Last week, Williams scored the most points in both of EWU’s games.

EWU basketball sweeps Big Sky Conference games

By Nic Cunningham, Reporter February 11, 2025

For the first time this season, the Eastern Washington University men’s and women’s basketball teams had a perfect 4-0 combined record in their conference games last week. On Thursday, Feb....

An Eastern Washington University sign and pillar marked with the founding year is located on the south side of campus.

EWU’s International Affairs Club reacts to Trump’s return to office

By Sebastian Whiz-Smartlowit, Reporter February 6, 2025

As President Donald Trump begins his second term in office, students in the International Affairs Club at Eastern Washington University say they're concerned about impacts to federal funding, student loans...

Police determine Sutton Park bomb threat to be a "confetti popper"

Police determine Sutton Park bomb threat to be a “confetti popper”

By Cannon Barnett, Editor in Chief February 3, 2025

Following investigation into a potential bomb threat, a package near Eastern Washington University was determined by police to be a “confetti popper.” Early Monday, EWU community members were notified...

A painting by Jacob Johns, the Gender and Women's Sexuality Studies' Activist in Residence for 2025, on display in the Secrist Gallery on the first floor of the JFK Library.

Revived Activist in Residence program brings climate activist to campus with its return

By Carly King, Reporter January 28, 2025

Eastern Washington University’s Activist in Residence program kicked off its return this year with a room full of lively guests. The program, hosted by the Gender and Women’s Sexuality Studies department,...

EWU mascot Swoop dances with the Eagle cheerleaders during a timeout in Eastern Washington’s game against Northern Arizona on Jan. 23.

Tale of two halves for EWU in loss to Northern Arizona

By Nic Cunningham, Reporter January 27, 2025

After a strong first half of basketball, Eastern Washington’s men’s offense went cold in the second half of their game against Northern Arizona on Jan. 23. The Eagles held a 33-28 lead after the...

EWU graduate student guard Peyton Howard directs the offense while being guarded by Sacramento State sophomore guard Lina Falk on Jan. 12.

Eagles squash Hornets with high scoring second half

By Nic Cunningham, Reporter January 13, 2025

Led by an explosive second half of offense, the Eastern Washington women’s basketball team defeated Sacramento State 89-80 on Saturday, Jan. 12. The Eagles scored 55 points in the final two quarters. Nine...

Eastern Washington University Police headquarters, the Red Barn, is located at 609 W 7th St, Cheney, WA 99004.

Police Beat: Dec. 31 – Jan. 5

By Carly King, Reporter January 11, 2025

Drug Call - Dec. 20 At 6:40 p.m., a Resident Life Coordinator called the Eastern Washington University Police due to smells of marijuana in Dryden Hall. Police were unable to locate the source of the...

Guard Nic McClain posts up North Dakota guard Reggie Thomas on Dec. 4.

Eagles net multiple career highs over winter break

By Nic Cunningham, Reporter January 9, 2025

While many Eastern Washington University students went home for winter, the men’s and women’s basketball teams stayed busy. The two teams combined to play nine games during the school’s three-week...

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...

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