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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

May 14, 2024 - Students gather to protest campus visitor’s preachings in front of the PUB

Self-proclaimed “traveling campus evangelist” draws protest in front of Pence Union Building

By Cannon Barnett, News Editor May 21, 2024

A man who calls himself a “traveling campus evangelist” drew protests last week from Eastern Washington University students who objected to his extremist messaging.   “I honestly think that...

On May 8, Eastern Washington University students and alumni gathered on campus holding Palestinian flags and signs, calling for the university to disinvest from its partnership with Fairchild Air Force Base.

EWU students rally as college protests across the country boom in response to the Israel-Hamas war

By Cannon Barnett, News Editor May 15, 2024

Midday Friday, an art student set up a table in the Arevalo Student Mall and played audio recordings of Palestinian journalists for all to hear. Despite being one of the hottest days of the year so far,...

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...

 Junior forward Cedric Coward throws a pass against Idaho in February 10.

Does the Big Sky Tournament need to be changed?

By Nic Cunningham, Reporter May 15, 2024

The 2024 Big Sky Basketball Championship saw the top-seeded EWU men’s team fall in their first game for the second straight season. Second-seed Northern Colorado lost their first game as well. Since...

Police Beat: April 23 - May 6

Police Beat: April 23 – May 6

By Cannon Barnett, News Editor May 7, 2024

Welfare Check — Apr. 23 At 10:50 a.m. custodians called Eastern Washington University police because a male was laying unresponsive in a shower on the 6th floor of Pearce Hall. Officers arrived on...

EPIC Adventures making positive changes, but in need of more student engagement

EPIC Adventures making positive changes, but in need of more student engagement

By Kayla Dickson, Reporter May 6, 2024

On April 28, Easterner staff joined EPIC Adventures on an afternoon hiking and yoga excursion in Liberty Lake, Washington. The trip consisted of two student guides, Easterner staff, and one other student.  “There’s...

Forward LeJuan Watts is one of three former Eagles committed to Washington State University for the 2024-25 season.

Three former Eagles set to join David Riley in Pullman for 2024 season

By Nic Cunningham, Reporter May 6, 2024

Last month, it was announced that EWU Men’s Basketball coach David Riley took the head coaching position at Washington State University. This announcement was swiftly followed by six Eagles entering...

Winter Quarter in Review - Photos

Winter Quarter in Review – Photos

By Katherine Kneafsey, Photographer May 2, 2024

 

EWU to update sexual assault response protocols in August

EWU to update sexual assault response protocols in August

By Cannon Barnett, News Editor May 1, 2024

Trigger Warning: This article contains discussions of rape and sexual violence.   A new Department of Education ruling will allow colleges to offer more options for responding to reports of...

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...

Cheney Police Department vehicles lined up outside the station.

Police Beat: April 5 – April 22

By Cannon Barnett, News Editor April 25, 2024

Liquor Violation — Apr. 6 At 12:30 in the morning Eastern Washington University police received a report of a female vomiting while exiting a vehicle. Officers arrived on scene and noted that she...

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