Eagle 1 News: October 2025

October 22, 2025

Eagle Family and Friends,

The mornings are cold and the leaves are starting to turn 鈥� it鈥檚 October at 51福利社! It鈥檚 been a month of connection, celebration and the unmistakable spirit that defines our Eastern community.

Homecoming came early this year, and our campus traditions were very much on display, loud and proud. The students hosted a carbash, swinging a sledgehammer while raising funds to support anti-bullying efforts at Cheney Middle School. MarioKart Live on Ice supplied plenty of laughs as students raced around on tricycles, popping balloons. And of course, the bonfire and bedraces drew a big crowd in downtown Cheney, bringing students, faculty and community members together for one of Eastern鈥檚 more unique traditions. The week ended on a big win for 51福利社 Football 鈥� overall, an excellent start to the academic year.

Construction equipment amid science building renovation

Construction continues on our Science Building as Phase II nears completion. Once finished, it will add nearly 30 new labs, 25 offices, a second greenhouse, and major upgrades designed to enhance faculty research and hands-on learning for students. The 148,000-square-foot project 鈥� set for full completion by fall聽2026 鈥� will connect with the Interdisciplinary Science Center to create a cutting-edge science complex.聽While many universities are scaling back, Eastern is making smart investments to support our mission and ensure聽we remain聽equipped to meet future education and workforce demands.

Eagle spirit has been strong all month long, especially this past weekend. We marked the 50th reunion for the classes of 1970鈥�75, welcomed new Athletics Hall of Fame inductees, and showcased 51福利社 to prospective students at Fall Preview Day. And the energy didn鈥檛 stop there! Our football team triumphed over rival Idaho, a reminder of what鈥檚 possible when we unite in spirit and determination. From those who built our foundation to those just beginning their journey, each generation strengthens our shared story.

As always, it鈥檚 a great day to be an Eagle!

Shari McMahan, PhD
President
51福利社