Month: March 2024

  • International Women’s Day at EOU

    Celebrated on March 8 every year, International Women’s Day (IWD) honors the social, cultural and political achievements of women throughout time. The day also serves as a rallying cry to fight for equality, bringing groups together across the world to advocate for equal rights. Eastern Oregon University students have the opportunity to participate in a…

  • The Ed Club

    The Ed Club

    Eastern Oregon University boasts a wide variety of clubs on campus. One club in particular, the Ed Club, focuses on preparing students as they strive to pursue a career in education. The Ed Club, advised by Tawnya Lubbes, consists of two co-presidents, Jilly Samp and Kyndra Nelson, as well as one officer, Dally Evans. At…

  • Breaking the Scroll: Social Media’s Mental Toll

    Have you ever found yourself scrolling through social media for hours on end, avoiding responsibilities or wallowing in self-hatred? You are not alone.  Multiple studies have shown that prolonged social media use is linked to an increased risk for anxiety, depression, loneliness, suicidality and sleep disturbances. In a study titled “Social media and mental health…

  • The CEAD Conference: An Interview with Dr. Jeremiah J. Sims

    The Celebrate, Educate, & Appreciate Diversity (CEAD) Conference offers diversity training and education for students and serves Eastern Oregon University’s mission to provide programming that develops them to lead responsible and reflective action in a diverse and interconnected world. Students who participated in the CEAD Conference gained a greater awareness and understanding of power, privilege,…