LGBT center provides a gathering place
Eagle Pride held the grand opening of their Pride Center Friday in Showalter 103 and 105.
Ignoring doctor’s orders and recklessly self-medicating can lead to serious consequences, even death
According to the Office of National Drug Control Policy, nonmedical use of prescription medications is the second most abused drug, falling behind marijuana use. These prescription drugs range from Prozac to Lexapro and are prescribed to combat depression and anxiety.
ASEWU Superior Court Justice Justin Fry has proposed that digital signs be installed throughout Eastern’s campus.
With its 10-year beverage provider contract due to end in July, Eastern Dining Services is searching for a new sole-source beverage provider.
Students as well as programs to benefit if amount is passed
In an effort to better benefit the student population of Eastern, the ASEWU decided to increase the student Service and Activity (SA) Fee by 14 percent last Friday.
Police reports for March 4 - March 7.
Two vacant positions on the ASEWU Council have now been appointed to Collin Schuler and Makai Borden.
Team travels to nearby universities to research PUB remodel possibilities
Eastern students and faculty recently traveled to Central Washington University and Washington State University as part of research for the proposed PUB renovation.
While at the schools, the groups observed what was implemented in their union building designs and whether those methods would be applicable at Eastern.
EWU is participating in Recyclemania, a national recycling competition, against 500 universities challenged to collect the most recycled materials from Jan. 17 to March 27.
The ASEWU agrees to the allocation of $26,000 a year, for four years, to improve electronics on Eastern’s campus.
Students raise money through exercise
Haiti will be receiving more support thanks to a little exercise.
Students receiving financial aid may soon find tuition to be a higher hurdle as state and federal funding dries up.
Parks and Recreation narrows ideas list to eight possibilities
After coming up just 65 votes short on Cheney’s $5 million park proposal, Cheney Parks and Recreation is regrouping to bring about a community center.
Local universities partner with companies to provide an opportunity to meet potential employers at the Spokane Convention Center.
Anonymous alum’s financial support helps out 11 departments
EWU’s College of Science, Health and Engineering received a generous donation of more than $300,000 from an alum who wishes to remain anonymous.
Students and faculty across campus have banded together to despise a common enemy: Blackboard.
Last summer’s ice rink was turned into a large basketball court but didn’t live up to revenue expectations, prompting a change.
Police reports for Feb. 22 - Feb. 26
Student group fundraises on campus to collect proceeds that will help alleviate the earthquake’s destruction.
Proposed initiative will help students build skills for jobs on and off campus
The Office of Student Life is planning to develop a new leadership coordinator position to head an initiative designed to expand training offered at EWU.
University Advancement seeks donations from alumni to combat budget crisis
With students battling increased tuition, the EWU “We Need You” campaign was started to raise money for scholarships and make them more widely available to students.
After 25 years of service to Eastern students, the department hosts a series of events
This year marks EWU’s computer science department’s 25th anniversary, an event being celebrated throughout the school year.
M.E.Ch.A Club promotes DREAM Act at EWU
The dreams of undocumented students in the U.S., were heard on Wednesday, Feb. 24, as the Chicano Education program and Movvimiento Estudiantil Chicano/a de Aztlan (M.E.Ch.A.) Club premiered “Papers: Stories of Undocumented Youth.”
Since the eradication of malaria in the ‘40s in the U.S., the “deadliest plague that humanity has ever known” has been forgotten. The disease, however, still claims millions of lives around the globe every year, according to the United Nations and When the Night Comes Web sites.
Dalai Lama’s Tibetan Parliament member and founder of the Universal Compassion Movement discusses peace as well as the significance of occupied Tibet with EWU.
Speaker highlights various learning trends in international speaker series
As part of the International Speaker Series, Yukiko Hosoki presented results last Thursday from her recent research on English education in Japan.
After much debate, the budget proposal will be passed to President Arévalo for final approval
Despite intense discussions at the first two readings, the ASEWU council passed the 2010-2011 Fiscal Budget with a unanimous verdict after its final reading.
Universities throughout Washington state have grown concerned with a state-imposed hiring freeze.
Remembrance committee will construct meditation area after 51-year-old Reid Elementary school’s closing because of significant maintenance requirements.
Victim transported to a local hospital with injury after incident
An Eastern student sustained a gunshot wound to the hand Sunday morning in the El Rodeo parking lot in Cheney.
Two instances of sexual assault bring about awareness to address a growing problem; administrators get involved.
Budget cuts and tuition increases impact every student, but first-generation students face difficulties in continuing their learning.
Students involved are seeking positive action from the administration; site still blocked
In response to a gossip Web site containing hate speech and proposals for positive change, administrators met with students of the Campus Climate Student Action Group to discuss plans of action.
Police report for Feb. 18 - Feb. 22
EWU Police investigating the theft are asking community members for assistance
An Eastern credit card was stolen Jan. 10 from a university van borrowed by EPIC Adventures for a skiing trip.
First reported in a Police Beat by The Easterner earlier this year, three down jackets, a Burton Rush snowboard and a pair of sunglasses were also taken from the vehicle.
The van was picked up by a motor pool, which notified EWU Police about the damaged vehicle.
Suspects involved in the theft used the credit card in several locations around Spokane, including a Conoco station on Ash Street. Surveillance video of the site shows potential suspects at the time of the card’s use, and has provided law enforcement with a photo of the suspects.
At the moment, EWU Police are investigating the theft, and have sent out a photo of the suspects to area law enforcement. Police are asking those with information to contact them at (509)359-6300.
Music theory instructor Erin Foster discusses topics such as the iPod revolution, along with the healing properties of music.
Local universities can annually raise tuition up to 14 percent
The state Senate voted to approve a bill last week that is predicted to have a negative effect on EWU students who depend on financial aid.
After six months of preparing, EWU’s team participates in annual conference
EWU’s mock trial team participated in the Pacific Northwest Regional Mock Trial Tournament Feb. 19 to 22, ending with a 4-4 record.
International scholars come to learn from Eastern’s opportunities
Eight international scholars are visiting EWU with stay periods ranging from six months to a year. EWU is providing the scholars with an opportunity to experience academic life in the U.S., while helping support the university’s global learning strategy through the Fulbright Scholar Program (FSP).
Former Eags turned sport stars will attend the 29th annual auction
The stars will be out in Cheney for the 29th Annual Orland Killin Dance, Dinner and Auction (DDA) April 23 and 24.
Money allocated from capital funds earns Eastern new desks, chairs and lab stools
EWU bought new equipment for more than 50 classrooms with the help of the grounds maintenance department and Eastern students.
Committee decides how much money to invest in different areas at Eastern
The Tech Fee Committee will allocate $300,000 to labs and colleges requesting new technology this spring as part of the Student Technology Fee (STF).
1st Lt. Anthony Latham tells what life is like in Iraq compared to life in Cheney
After graduating from Eastern in 2006, 1st Lt. Anthony Latham went overseas to Iraq to serve a nine-month term.
Last week, the EWU administration blocked an online gossip site from campus computers for 10 days.
Recent postings on a campus gossip Web site have shaken up the EWU campus, students and faculty alike. What started as frivolous gossip turned into hate speech filled with racist, homophobic and degrading comments that have the potential to damage reputations.
New draft would spread service across campus with routes bypassing the PUB
Part of a restructure to their operation in Cheney, Spokane Transit Authority (STA) has put forward a draft proposal that would change routes 65 and 66, and eliminate service to the PUB.
A traffic collision in Spokane claimed the life of an Eastern student over the weekend.
Police report for Feb. 8 - Feb. 14
ASEWU committee searches for a dedicated student candidate
The ASEWU council will be accepting applications for the open Technology Advancement position in PUB 303 from Feb. 8 -19.
Annual event hosted by dental hygiene program promotes oral health
Thursday marked EWU’s 29th annual “Eagle Kids Day” where low-income children, ages 18 and under, were provided with free dental care from dental hygiene students and faculty, as well as the Spokane District Dental Society.
Care provided for parents’ ill children so class won’t be missed
EWU received a grant from the state Higher Education Board on Nov. 9, 2009, offering student parents new opportunities for when their child is sick and keeps the student from attending class.
In an attempt to lower deaths and debilitating injuries, EWU Police will reward students who wear safety belts with a cash prize.
Taking office April 1, Stacey Morgan-Foster expresses her joy for being chosen for the position
President Rodolfo Arévalo informed Stacey Morgan-Foster on Feb. 8 that she had been chosen as the university’s next vice president of Student Affairs in a personal phone call.
Eastern’s council focuses on retaining staff positions in budget allocations while giving more than half to clubs and organizations.
School-wide vandalism detracts from Eastern’s appeal
Eastern’s Police Department is working feverishly to catch the students who have been marking up campus since fall quarter.
A 10-day ban has been imposed on a social gossip site on Eastern’s campus network while the student government and the administration determine if further action should be taken on the matter.
Riverfront Park hosted an annual career fair Saturday, Feb. 13 for the upcoming spring and summer seasons.
Local professionals and experts offer insight at the Riverpoint campus
With a “Focus on Diversity,” the goal of EWU’s 2010 Health Care Management Conference is to bring an understanding of how to develop and manage a work force that brings a wide array of talents and values to the workplace.
Protesting students stand against financial aid cuts from Olympia
Eight hundred students filled the campus mall to raise awareness of the proposal to annihilate the state financial aid program. All work study jobs will be postponed and many scholarship programs will be diminished if the proposal passes. President Rodolfo Arévalo was one of the key speakers at the event, urging students to register to vote and contact the state legislators. The walkout was organized by the Student Legislative Action Coalition (SLAC).
Workload for deans will increase, students not directly affected
Starting July 1, 2010, EWU will be officially merging the College of Arts and Letters (CAL) with the College of Education and Human Development (CEHD), and the College of Social and Behavioral Sciences (CSBS) will combine with the School of Social Work and Human Services (SSWHS). The College of Science, Health and Engineering (CSHE) and the College of Business and Public Administration (CBPA) will remain the same.
Three readings are needed at ASEWU council to be finalized
The ASEWU Finance Committee has finalized their first draft of the 2010 budget to be submitted to the ASEWU council for the firs
Police reports for Feb. 2 - Feb. 8
The Easterner sits down with hockey Head Coach Gary Braun to discuss the current season and his professional background.
EagleNet addition enables students to better organize their future schedules
A new online program through EagleNet will help keep Eastern students on track toward earning their degree.
Eastern Magazine, developed by the College of Science, Health and Engineering, shares staff and students achievements.
Campus professor shares his experience from Black History Month’s start
Dr. Robert Bartlett, interim director of the Africana education program who coordinated the events for February, takes a look back this month to remember a time when BHM was not as respected and when racism was not so subtle like it is today.
Dental hygienist students and local dentists provide important services to children with no dental insurance
The U.S. Army brings training devices to EWU’s campus to teach students and faculty more about what the soldiers do.
Due to the denial of funding at the state level, the remodel of Patterson Hall is delayed until the next budget series.
Eastern Washington University held a walkout for students on campus to bring awareness to impending financial aid, work study and State Need grants. The event drew hundreds of participants and featured speeches from Eastern students, faculty and administration.
After a year and a half of work that focuses on updating its applications, the project will finish at the end of spring quarter.
New state bill signed by governor will help reduce waste and keep money in the state.
On Feb. 4, Eastern classes are encouraged to empty and show support against cuts
In an attempt to show state legislators the importance of higher education, Eastern students will stage a walkout Thursday, Feb. 4.
Annual Olympia trip lets students speak with legislators; financial aid dominates talks
Eastern displayed its presence in Olympia after around 20 students traveled to the state capital as part of Eastern’s Higher Education Day, Feb. 1.
Police reports for Jan. 25 - 29
Spokane AIDS Network offers cash prize to best campaign
The Spokane AIDS Network is offering Eastern students the opportunity to win $150 by participating in a regional AIDS prevention contest. Students will create their own projects to raise awareness about preventing the spread of HIV and AIDS in their local communities and colleges.
In an effort to enhance student safety on campus, more emergency blue lights will be added across Eastern.
Coming from Scotland, Dr. Shields sits down with The Easterner’s Jason Keedy to tell of his many accomplishments in education.
EWU to collaborate with WSU in order to get lights put up
The EWU/WSU Riverpoint campus is about to be seen in a whole new light courtesy of the solar-powered lights being installed at the bus stops.
Only existing in 200 other countries, Skyler Oberst brings a Peace Pole to Cheney
This year, EWU will become part of a worldwide campaign to promote peace through the Peace Pole Project, which started in Japan in 1955.
Women’s commission holds forum to discuss safety
The Women’s Commission spoke for the unheard voices of Eastern women during an open forum Thursday, Jan. 28.
The state legislation is still in its developmental stage
Upcoming state legislation may give the Board of Regents and Trustees the authority to set university tuition in Washington state without requiring the approval of authorities in the state government.
Annual session focuses on hearings for university programs through January; raised funds come from Service and Activity fee.
There’s a time each quarter that sends most students into a temporary depression: paying for tuition.
Police reports for Jan. 19 - 24
Community member shares her stories of traveling and what it means to her to be at Eastern now
Interview with community member Kathleen Warren.
Forum addresses women's issues on campus
The Women’s Commission will be holding an open forum Thursday, Jan. 28 to discuss issues that are currently facing women on campus.
With each candidate delivering speeches and answering questions from students, the decision of who will hold the position is in sight.
Students receive run-down on what they can do to prevent power-based violence on Eastern’s campus
EWU students will no longer be bystanders for power-based violence. On Jan. 24, EWU hosted a seminar for students regarding the Green Dot strategy.
West Plains Karate provides free lessons to female students
West Plains Karate is offering the Self-Protection Connection program, a self-defense training course for women that is free to Eastern students. It is scheduled one Saturday every month during the winter quarter from noon to 5 p.m., at The West Plains dojo located at 422 First St.
Due to the recent departure of chairperson number two ASEWU will interview to fill the position
After the unexpected leave of University Advancements and Athletic Affairs (UAAA) chair member Ray Greene, the ASEWU is looking to fill the position before the end of February.
Internships offered to students with disabilities help establish careers
The Workforce Recruitment Program makes government internships available to those students with certified disabilities.
The 80 percent of students receiving financial aid may be affected in coming year
Students receiving federal aid may soon have their education funding cut off.
The newly proposed budget means less funds and more cuts to higher education institutions state-wide
Gov. Chris Gregoire has been required by state law to submit a balanced budget for 2010 with about $2.6 billion in cuts, many of which are aimed at colleges and universities.
The workforce at Eastern may suffer major losses due to recent budget cuts
Gov. Christine Gregoire has proposed a budget that will postpone work study jobs for the next two years. If it passes, then students won’t have the option to work any state-funded work study jobs.
A student perspective of the Haitian earthquake
Students of EWU felt the aftershock of the devastating 7.0 earthquake that hit Haiti Tuesday, Jan. 12. Sarah Lantimo and Fabiola Lubin are two EWU Haitian students who were personally affected by the horrific earthquake, that struck their homeland along with their family and friends. Lantimo and Lubin started raising money Friday, Jan. 15, to help their home country and the distressed people of Haiti.
University braces for further cuts on top of last year’s reductions
EWU President Rodolfo Arévalo announced to a crowded room about the upcoming budget for the university.
Headed by the ASEWU, the group organizes rallies to inform lawmakers in Olympia about Eastern’s situation.
Eastern students take part in a state-wide design project for senior capstone class
When the Washington State Department of Corrections (DOC) was in need of a new logo and Web site design, Eastern students accepted the challenge.
Police reports for Jan. 13 - 18.
Dental program reaches out to underserved areas to provide services to community members who usually don’t have access to them.
Dining services at EWU provide students and faculty with the opportunity to surprise fellow Eagles with care packages.
Eastern Libraries will be partnering with the INNCH project in an effort to preserve native history
EWU Libraries will be collaborating with partners from the region to prepare the Inland Northwest Network of Culture and History (INNCH) project, a one-year planning grant to give regional community and cultural groups the opportunity to share important historical content and artifacts online for the first time.
Students participate in an essay competition against peers and other university undergraduates to explore anthropologic responsibility.
Africana Education Program holds annual drive in honor of the face of civil rights
This Martin Luther King Jr., Day was “a Day On, Not a Day Off” for those involved in the 2010 School Supplies Drive.
Conference prepares students for employment through instruction on situational leadership
The Office of Student Activities presented the first installment in a series of monthly leadership seminars to university leaders and other interested faculty, staff and students Jan. 12 in PUB 261, from noon to 1 p.m.
With a passion for students and a talent for teaching, John Cogley sits down with The Easterner’s Jason Keedy to elaborate on his various teaching jobs as well as what gives him his passion for teachers.
The Easterner’s Alina Shanin sits down with ASEWU President Ryan Eucker and Easterner’s Editor-in-Chief James Eik to clear up recent issues.
Maintenance issues and expiring bonds are among the reasons cited by ASEWU Executive Vice President Stacey Butler to renovate the Pence Union Building.
State budget problems and busy schedules hinder progress
The ASEWU has been busy discussing various budget requests as well as how the tech fee will be allocated throughout campus. In addition to these topics, the ASEWU has been assessing the athletics fee, which has been on the back burner for years.
Program from ‘Get Lit!’ helps to fund the annual literary festival
Eastern found a new way for people to lighten up their day by donating to the “Lit! Lovers” programs online.
Police reports for Jan. 4 - Jan. 10.
Recent changes in the Higher Education Opportunity Act (HEOA) have forced EWU administrators to include a fire safety policy in next year’s Annual Security Report. The new policy is open for initial discussion until Jan. 13.
Lutheran Church provides support for victims of assult at EWU
The Women’s Support Group provided by the Lutheran Community Services (LCS) is stretching their branch out to the EWU campus to help collegiate assault victims cope with their experience in a friendly and supportive environment.
For more than 12 years, EWU’s Friends of the Library (FOL) have worked to assist the Library Development Board with its programming. Aiding in the promotion of EWU Libraries and its services, the FOL serves not only as a support group, but also as a provider of volunteers who assist in various events.
EWU’s International Field Studies program is rarely utilized, but potentially highly beneficial to students who want to go on a short-term trip abroad.
Easterner editor sits down with Trulove to discuss his upcoming challenges as well as future plans for the City of Cheney
To honor Martin Luther King Jr. on his birthday, Angela Schwendiman will be giving a lecture in Showalter 109. The Easterner’s Jason Keedy sits down with her to discuss the topics of her lecture.
Student alcohol usage is down from last year
Changes in the student conduct code have been proving themselves successful for EWU.
Hacker installed video sharing software; university acts quickly to inform students
Shortly before the end of fall quarter, Eastern’s computer security system was compromised and files containing student information may be at risk of being exposed.
Police reports for Dec. 3 - Jan. 4
Dr. Arévalo speaks on Governor Gregoire’s new budget proposal.
After a stressful quarter filled with budget cuts and staff losses, Easterner reporter Jason Keedy sits down with President Arévalo to discuss what EWU’s future looks like in regards to the new budget proposal.
The custodial staff at EWU does a lot of cleaning on campus. Whether it is wiping vomit from a bad cafeteria experience or cleaning the school bathrooms, the custodial staff does just about everything at EWU.
Web site helps EWU organizations raise money
“Point, click and give!” (PCG) is a 24/7, year-round Web site where anyone can donate money to any organization at EWU with just the click of a button.
Three-time Easterner Editor-in-Chief Scott Sawyer passed away Dec. 12, 2009.
He was 37, and he loved to fish in Montana, watch endless movies and the TV show “Twin Peaks” and is the primary reason why The Easterner looks the way it does currently.
Student Technology Fee supports PUB computer lab, Mars lab, Netstorage
The Student Technology Fee Committee is accepting proposals for the use of tech fee funds from all parts of the university to develop new programs that can be used to increase student access to technology outside of the classroom.
Department sees hundreds of grads pass through
EWU’s computer science department celebrated its 25th anniversary, as well as the retirement of Ray Hamel, a long-time department chair, Dec. 3.
Offices move into Reid Elementary and classes are spread across campus to accomodate for the loss of space.
After last year’s cuts, JFK Library tries to prevent future damage
Due to this year’s budget cuts, the JFK Library has been forced to decrease its hours and staff to reduce cost by $542,000. According to the Dean of Libraries, Patricia Kelley, next year’s budget looks just as dismal.
Examining posters on campus
Most Eastern students are familiar with work33.com signs that are posted on many of the billboards around campus.
After two years, Zeisler-Vralsted will remain at Eastern as faculty
After Vice President of Student Affairs Dorothy Zeisler-Vralsted stepped down EWU is looking to hire a replacement.
EWU’s Task Force has been collaborating about turning the current six-college university into a four-college university.
Police reports for Nov. 17-30
EWU senior gets internship that allows her to study in Washington, D.C.
Spokane theater featuring films such as “White Christmas,” “Holiday Inn”
The Bing Crosby Theater in Spokane will be hosting a holiday film festival Dec. 4, featuring three of Bing Crosby’s films as well as a chance to listen to his niece and nephew talk about him.
$9,600 given to Eastern meant to encourage students in their careers through Project LAUNCH, an internship program
Local businesses sponsor luncheon to teach students the correct way to hold untensils and converse while eating a meal
Some college students use ADHD drug to increase focus and improve study habits, with or without a prescription
Discussion panel compares the conflict between the U.S. and the USSR to the current War on Terror
Holy Grounds, led by United Ministries, offers students the opportunity to discuss how biblical topics relate to present-day life and culture.
Despite attempts to clear the air on parking, questions and misconceptions remain on where it’s OK to park
Nov. 9 meeting reveals apprehension and doubts about college merger, with fears that plans are being rushed.
Construction work that fenced off the walkway from the mall to the corridor between the PUB and the Science Building is complete with only minor details to be finished.
The 11th annual Jazz Dialogue Festival was held last Friday and Saturday with more than 50 different guest groups from Washington, Idaho, Montana and Oregon.
Police reports for Nov. 10 - 16
Money from tuition fee allows several groups to maintain operations
A Service and Activities (SA) fee meeting was held Nov. 10 to discuss how funds were going to be distributed for the next budget term. The terms currently run in five-year increments, and Tuesday’s meeting was held for Creating A Respectful Environment (CARE), The Easterner and the ASEWU to plead their cases regarding how much funding they each would receive for the upcoming term.
Program gets started with a bake sale to provide gifts for 60 children this year
Every year, the Annual Giving Tree (AGT) makes it possible for less fortunate families to celebrate Christmas joy by receiving gifts.
Cheney Fire Department uses an abandoned house as a training exercise
On Nov. 2, Cheney Fire Department (CFD) set an abandoned house ablaze on the corner of Fifth and F Street.
Cheney recruiting center sees an influx of enlistees for 2009
Cheney’s Army Recruitment Office has seen steady numbers through thelast few years, with 21 active duty recruits in the last year, six of those being recruited in the last three months.
Police reports for Oct. 30 - Nov. 8.
ROTC Program Director discusses past military experience
Program Director of Eastern’s ROTC discusses war, military leadership and his experiences in Operations Desert Storm and Enduring Freedom
The Phi Alpha Theta History Honor Society will present a book sale at the JFK Library from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Nov. 17-20 to raise money to attend the Pacific Northwest Regional Conference in Missoula, Mont., in the spring.
In the effort to combine six of Eastern’s colleges into four, the College Consolidation Task Force is now focusing on four specific proposals. At the same time, it is assuring students that the effects of such a merger will have little impact on their education.
Globe trotter Monica Metz reveals how to tour the world without travel agents booking the trip
Monika Metz has traveled to 80 different countries, spending three to four months in each, without any travel agents assistance or the accompaniment of friends. She presented her trips on a slide show projector while explaining the differences in cultures.
URC fitness center holds competitive food drive, while males participate by growing out their facial hair for the entire month
American Legion members recall stories from their years of service in the military
The American Legion Post No. 72 located at 116 College Ave. is a nonprofit organization in Cheney dedicated to the support of those who have served in the military, including veterans, soldiers on active duty and their families.
An open forum concerning the Service and Activities (SA) fee was held in PUB 263 Nov. 4, giving EWU students a chance to voice their opinions on the percentage allocations.
