Eastern Oregon University

09/04/2026

Something new is coming to EOU!

On Sept. 14, Eastern Oregon University is launching a redesigned website that will make it easier to find information, explore opportunities, and connect with EOU.

The new site is easier to navigate, more accessible, and designed to make it easier for students, future students, families, and communities to connect with EOU.

We can’t wait for you to see it.

💻 The new eou.edu launches Sept. 14.

09/04/2026

Heading to Pendleton for Round-Up week? 🤠 Kick off your festivities with fellow regional university alumni!

Join EOU, SOU, and WOU for a relaxed happy hour social at the Traveling Taphouse in downtown Pendleton on Thursday, Sept. 17, from 3:30 to 5:00 p.m. Drop by to say hello to EOU President Ryan, reconnect with old friends, and meet alumni from across the state before heading to evening Round-Up events.

📍 Where: Traveling Taphouse (SW Court & 9th St)
🗓 When: Thursday, Sept. 17 | 3:30–5:00 PM
🎟 Admission: Free | Drop-ins welcome!

Tag a friend you want to meet up with in Pendleton! 👇

09/01/2026

Eastern Oregon University Labor Day Closure Notice

Eastern Oregon University will be closed on Monday, September 7, 2026, in observance of Labor Day.

All university offices and services will be closed for the day, and regular business operations will resume on Tuesday, September 8, 2026. We encourage students, faculty, staff, and visitors to plan accordingly.

We wish everyone a safe and enjoyable Labor Day weekend!

08/10/2026

What if feedback helped writers grow instead of simply pointing out what they got wrong?

EOU professor Dr. Sheri Rysdam explores a more human approach to responding to writing in her new book, Nonviolent Response: Strategies for Responding to Writing, co-authored with JT Torres.

📖 Read the story: https://www.eou.edu/news-current/eou-professor-explores-a-more-human-way-to-respond-to-student-writing/

08/07/2026

EOU has been awarded $1.296 million through Oregon's Rural Health Transformation Program to help build the next generation of healthcare professionals for rural Oregon.

The two-year grant will expand healthcare career pathways for students across eastern Oregon.
By investing in local students, EOU is helping address one of rural Oregon's greatest challenges: growing a healthcare workforce that understands and is committed to serving rural communities.

Read more: https://www.eou.edu/news-press/eastern-oregon-university-awarded-1-29-million-to-build-oregons-next-generation-of-rural-healthcare-professionals/

08/04/2026

07/31/2026

We're Hiring! Join EOU's Rural Health Pathways Team

Eastern Oregon University is excited to announce three new career opportunities made possible through the Oregon Health Pathway Grant awarded this past July.

We're currently seeking passionate individuals for the following positions:
• Rural Health Pathways Manager
https://eou.peopleadmin.com/postings/3585
• Rural Health Pathways Coordinator 1 (Harney, Malheur, Baker & Grant counties)
https://eou.peopleadmin.com/postings/3586
• Rural Health Pathways Coordinator 2 (Crook, Deschutes, Jefferson, Wheeler & Gilliam counties)
https://eou.peopleadmin.com/postings/3587

We're conducting a rapid hiring process, so early applications are strongly encouraged.

Recent college graduates are encouraged to apply for the two Coordinator positions. If you're looking to make a meaningful impact on rural healthcare access and workforce development across Eastern Oregon, we'd love to hear from you.

Please help us spread the word by sharing this post with your networks.

The Rural Health Pathways Manager provides strategic leadership, project management, and operational oversight for Eastern Oregon University’s healthcare academic tracks and pre-college outreach initiatives. Serving Union, Wallowa, and Umatilla counties, this position is responsible for cultivatin...

07/29/2026

Scam Alert for EOU Alumni

Eastern Oregon University has been made aware of fraudulent emails claiming to offer employment opportunities with EOU. These messages are not from the University and may attempt to collect personal or banking information, including direct deposit details.

Please remember:
EOU will never email unsolicited job offers requesting personal or financial information.
All official employment opportunities are posted on the EOU Careers webpage.
If you receive one of these emails, do not respond, click any links, or provide any information. Report it as phishing and delete it.

If you're ever unsure whether a job opportunity is legitimate, please verify it through EOU's official website before taking any action.

Help us protect the Mountaineer community by sharing this information with fellow alumni.

07/28/2026

Today marks an exciting step forward for higher education in eastern Oregon.

We're proud to partner with Blue Mountain Community College through the Eastern Alliance, creating a smoother path for students to transfer from an associate degree to a bachelor's degree at Eastern Oregon University.

EOU and BMCC are opening doors, removing barriers, and making it easier for students to achieve their goals while strengthening our communities.

Learn more about the Eastern Alliance: eou.edu/eastern-alliance

Mountain Community College

07/26/2026

Dear EOU Community and Neighbors,

Out of an abundance of caution and concern for the health and well-being of our dedicated volunteers, EOU has made the decision to withdraw our float from today’s parade due to the dangerous air quality index

We want to express our gratitude to the Union County Fair Board and the Union County Extension Office for their work and dedication in bringing our county together every year. We are grateful for their effort in organizing this annual community event.

To Union County and our Mountaineer Nation: thank you for your continued support. We encourage everyone to take precautions, monitor local health guidelines, and stay safe under these air quality conditions today.

Go Mountaineers!