The independent, student-run news site of Eastern Washington University.

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
News
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
Racist Snapchat video prompts response from EWU students, staff
Racist Snapchat video prompts response from EWU students, staff
November 6, 2024
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
November 4, 2024
Campus photo taken by photographer Emily Powers
Eastern Washington University establishes new identity and brand as a polytechnic
October 11, 2024
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
May 21, 2024
Sports
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
#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
November 21, 2024
Freshman forward Emmett Marquardt takes a jump shot against Seattle University on Wednesday Nov. 6, 2024.
New-look Eagles split opening week games
November 13, 2024
Eastern Washington University played Montana State University at Roos Field on Saturday, Nov. 2.
Montana State offense overwhelms Eagles
November 2, 2024
EWU comes up short against Idaho in Che-Scow Cup
EWU comes up short against Idaho in Che-Scow Cup
October 28, 2024
Arts & Features
The ROTC obstacle course in front of Cadet Hall.
Hometown hero spotlight: Keigan Baker
By C.J. Luce, Reporter • November 15, 2024
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
November 4, 2024
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
October 16, 2024
Gay and Slay: Kai Valentine's Eastern Washington University legacy
Gay and Slay: Kai Valentine’s Eastern Washington University legacy
May 21, 2024
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
May 21, 2024
Student Life
Headshots of Ashton McKean, Elizabeth Humberstad, and Wade Romine. Courtesy of ASEWU website.
Eagles, meet your new ASEWU Executive Officers
Police Beat
Police Beat Oct. 19 - Nov. 1
Police Beat
Police Beat Oct. 19 – Nov. 1
By Cannon Barnett, Editor in Chief • November 2, 2024
Podcasts
Student Feature Podcast: Noelle Bowden’s Abstract Work Explores Memory and Energy
April 26, 2023
The Eagles Start-Up Challenge enables students to grow their businesses
March 16, 2022
Podcast: Philosophy professor is hosted on “Dragon Talk”
February 2, 2022
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