Applied Learning – 51��

Applied Learning – 51�� Fri, 05 Jun 2026 15:02:10 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.7.1 Eagles Prepare for International Rocket Engineering Competition /news/eagles-at-mach-speed-for-international-rocketeer-competition/ Thu, 04 Jun 2026 20:28:36 +0000 /?post_type=stories&p=121616 Student rocketeers in a line holding up the rocket.

Student rocketeers in a line holding up the rocket.

Eastern’s Aerospace Club is heading to Midland, Texas to compete in the "largest collegiate rocket event on the planet.”]]> Hands-On Learning Takes Center Stage for 51�� Student /news/eagles-in-action-taylor-clement/ Tue, 02 Jun 2026 18:22:41 +0000 /?post_type=stories&p=121568 Headshot of theatre student Taylor Clement

Theatre and Communication Studies double major Taylor Clement is gaining hands-on experience as a stage manager, combining leadership, organization, and creativity to bring theatrical productions to life.]]> 51�� Students, Public Policy Institute Create Yakama Nation Vitals /news/ewu-students-public-policy-institute-create-yakama-nation-vitals/ Fri, 29 May 2026 19:20:03 +0000 /?post_type=stories&p=121534 Website screenshot shows smiling woman in graduation cap.

Website screenshot shows smiling woman in graduation cap.

An important project developed by 51�� students and launched earlier this year serves as a tool for the Yakama Nation to monitor key indicators of community health and well-being.]]> Applied Learning Shapes Art Major’s Creative Journey /news/eagles-in-action-skylar-miller/ Fri, 22 May 2026 20:00:22 +0000 /?post_type=stories&p=121418 51�� art major Skylar Miller standing in front of Showalter Hall

51�� art major Skylar Miller standing in front of Showalter Hall

Through internships, exhibition work, and multidisciplinary art practices, Skylar Miller explores creativity as a meditative and communal experience.]]> Real-World Experience Helps Business Student Build Career Skills /news/eagles-in-action-lucy-bowers/ Tue, 19 May 2026 23:36:39 +0000 /?post_type=stories&p=121351 Business major Lucy Bowers sitting in a chair

Business major Lucy Bowers sitting in a chair

By partnering with a local company on a real-world marketing campaign, Lucy Bowers is preparing for a future in business management.]]> Music Students to Perform at Historic Fox Theater /news/music-students-to-perform-at-historic-fox-theater/ Tue, 19 May 2026 18:16:11 +0000 /?post_type=stories&p=121197 Singer performing with a cello player performing on each side.

Singer performing with a cello player performing on each side.

On May 21, the Music Department will present "The Bright Lights of Broadway: The Human Story Behind the Spotlight."]]> Professionals Turned Professors /news/professionals-turned-professors/ Tue, 19 May 2026 14:52:56 +0000 /?post_type=stories&p=121326 Guest professor talking with another person over lunch.

Guest professor talking with another person over lunch.

51�� students were treated to lessons from guest professors who are experts in their fields.]]> MSW Student Turns Classroom Learning Into Community Impact /news/eagles-in-action-maia-tonoukouin/ Wed, 13 May 2026 23:24:29 +0000 /?post_type=stories&p=121255 51�� student Maia Tonoukouin working at a desk

51�� student Maia Tonoukouin working at a desk

Through the Master of Social Work program and an internship with Spokane Area Jewish Family Services, Maia Tonoukouin is gaining hands-on experience in case management and community advocacy.]]> First-Gen Scientist Lands Coveted UCLA Internship /news/first-gen-scientist-lands-coveted-ucla-internship/ Thu, 07 May 2026 20:24:29 +0000 /?post_type=stories&p=121144 Alice Chamberlin presents from podium at conference.

Alice Chamberlin presents from podium at conference.

Alice Chamberlin will be spending her summer in Los Angeles, but rather than soaking up sunshine, the 51�� senior will be working and learning in a prestigious biochemistry research lab at University of California Los Angeles.]]> Eastern Experience Leads To Big League Success /news/experience-at-eastern-leads-to-big-league-success/ Mon, 04 May 2026 20:55:53 +0000 /?post_type=stories&p=121056 Man in graduation gown and mortar board stands on baseball field.

Man in graduation gown and mortar board stands on baseball field.

When the little salmon mascot “Humpy” waddled his way to winning his first-ever Salmon Run race during the 15th inning of the Seattle Mariners’ deciding game of the 2025 American League Division series, fans knew they were witnessing something special. Humpy had lost his previous 167 attempts, including one earlier that night, but the creative...]]>