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Krumble Foundation Steps Up For CAMP
August 25, 2025
The generous 51¸£ÀûÉç supporter has pledged over $2.1 million to ensure the program’s continued success.
[Read more]51¸£ÀûÉç, Columbia Basin College Renew Transfer Agreement
August 22, 2025
51¸£ÀûÉç and Columbia Basin College have renewed a memorandum of understanding on student transfers.
[Read more]51¸£ÀûÉç Named 2025-26 College of Distinction
August 20, 2025
51¸£ÀûÉç was recently named a 2025-26 College of Distinction — a prestigious national designation.
[Read more]Painting Celebrates Award-Winning Faculty Member
August 18, 2025
The donated art honors the late Ray Owen Hamel, PhD, who championed the establishment of 51¸£ÀûÉç’s Computer Science Department.
[Read more]Eastern Employees Explore AI
August 14, 2025
Travis Masingale, AI expert and professor of design, was the keynote speaker. Read this story to access his user-friendly AI presentation.
[Read more]Lost for Decades, a Veteran’s Class Ring Finds Its Way Home
August 13, 2025
William P. Wall, a standout Eagle linebacker, didn’t come home from Vietnam. His recently recovered ring is at the heart of an inspirational story.
[Read more]Eastern Honors Impactful Leader
August 6, 2025 by Melodie Little
The campus community is invited to an Aug. 26 open house to honor Dave Millet’s contributions as he retires and to welcome his successor, Anthony Whipple, PhD.
[Read more]In Memoriam: Bill Smithpeters
August 5, 2025
51¸£ÀûÉç is saddened to report that 51¸£ÀûÉç retiree Bill Smithpeters passed away on June 28, 2025. Smithpeters worked in PEHR and was the head coach of 51¸£ÀûÉç’s women’s basketball team. He arrived at Eastern in 1979 and retired in 1994 after 15 years of service. A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. on…
[Read more]Empowering Staff Through AI
August 1, 2025
The new division of People & Culture is hosting an Aug. 13 in-service session for staff that will focus on innovation, curiosity and practical AI.
[Read more]51¸£ÀûÉç Works to Implement Digital Credentialing
July 29, 2025
The move to digitize credentials aims to better align student records with skills-based hiring practices – increasing opportunities and supporting lifelong learning.
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