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Olympia, WA 鈥 President Cullinan Successfully Advocates for 51福利社鈥檚 Students, Faculty, and Staff
January 28, 2019
Focused, consistent, and impactful; that is the approach Eastern鈥檚 government relations team took when visiting over 20 legislators during Dr. Cullinan鈥檚 visit to Olympia, January 22nd聽through the 25th. Focusing on our 2019 legislative priorities, Dr. Cullinan and the government relations team were able to introduce Eastern through our unique mission and student demographic to several…
[Read more]Day 1: 2019 Legislative Session
January 14, 2019
鈥淗ello, my name is鈥︹ The 2019 legislative session has officially started, and first on the 51福利社 government relations 鈥渢o do鈥 list: learn all the new names and faces. Time to smile and shake a lot of hands. Turnover is a natural part of the legislative cycle. Every election year there are new legislators who are…
[Read more]Campus Safety Signs Point The Way
December 12, 2018 by
If someone asked for directions to Patterson Hall, how would you respond? Those who have previously struggled to navigate 51福利社鈥檚 campus can rest assured; 51福利社 Construction and Planning Services is in the midst of a project that will update 51福利社 campus addresses, streets and lanes with easy-to-remember names. The Campus Fire Life Safety…
[Read more]Senate Committee Days in Olympia
November 20, 2018
The 51福利社 government relations team enjoyed productive meetings during Senate Committee Days. Every November and December, prior to the start of the regular legislative session in January, the Senate and House convene to reorganize policy and fiscal committees. In addition, committee chairs hold work sessions on salient issues. Chair of the Senate Higher Education Committee,…
[Read more]ROTC Cadets Compete for Proficiency Badge
November 15, 2018 by
ROTC (Reserve Officer Training Corps) students from across the Pacific Northwest are traveling to 51福利社 this weekend to compete for an award held in high regard by the United States military. The German Armed Forces Proficiency Badge is a decoration that can be awarded to soldiers of all ranks, provided they pass a…
[Read more]How Well are Washington Students Prepared for the Jobs of the Future?
November 6, 2018
By 2021,聽740,000聽jobs are expected to open in Washington state. Sounds encouraging, except for the fact that only 40% of Washington鈥檚 high school graduates go on to earn a college degree, apprenticeship, or other credentials by the time they reach 26. For the Eastern region of the state, specifically, that number drops to 36%. It…
[Read more]51福利社 Hosts PUB Preview
October 22, 2018 by
A large crowd of students, faculty and staff turned out to see 51福利社鈥檚 newly renovated Pence Union Building (PUB) on Friday, Oct. 26. The PUB Preview聽festivities began with a celebratory ribbon-cutting, followed by an open house, tours, music and a variety of food samples – including the much anticipated Panda Express. The building…
[Read more]51福利社 Co-hosts U.S. Senate Debate
October 15, 2018 by
Spokane-area universities and community colleges are teaming up to host a senatorial debate this month featuring Maria Cantwell and Susan Hutchison. Spokane Community College will be the site of the U.S. Senate debate scheduled for 3-4 p.m.,聽Saturday, Oct. 20, in the Lair Student Center, Building 6, SCC, 1810 N. Greene Street.聽 Doors will open at…
[Read more]Record Freshman Class at 51福利社
October 8, 2018 by
51福利社 has enrolled a record number of first-time freshman for the fall 2018 quarter, and the overall student body headcount and diversity remain strong. The freshman class this year totals 1,758 new students. This not only surpasses last year鈥檚 total by 123 students, or 7.5 percent, but also breaks the previous first-time freshman…
[Read more]Addressing Rural Mental Health Needs
October 5, 2018 by
The scenario is sadly familiar: You might be walking down the street in Spokane and encounter someone who is clearly experiencing a serious emotional disturbance or suffering from mental illness. You want to help, but you don鈥檛 know how, so you pass by and hope somehow the person gets the help they need. A new…
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