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Navigate Student and Forage: Your Essential Tools for Success at EWU

November 6, 2024

Navigate Student and Forage: Your Essential Tools for Success at EWU

Hey, Eagles and Families! As we work our way through Fall 2024 term, it’s the perfect time to remind your student about the fantastic resource we have here at Eastern Washington University, Navigate Student. Whether you’re taking courses in quarters or semesters, Navigate Student remains your trusty companion for managing campus life. And this year,

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Election Season 101: Helping Your EWU Student Navigate the Political Buzz

November 1, 2024

Election Season 101: Helping Your EWU Student Navigate the Political Buzz

“EWU has plenty of resources to help students feel confident and supported.”

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EWU PLUS – FREE Virtual Reality Services

October 25, 2024

EWU PLUS – FREE Virtual Reality Services

The Program Leading to University Success (PLUS) is now providing FREE virtual reality services for all EWU students. PLUS has partnered with a software company called Curio XR to provide Eagles with a hands-on learning experience to help students better understand course material. PLUS has a plethora of headsets for Eagles to use whether it

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EWU PLUS Tutoring and Academic Coaching

October 14, 2024

EWU PLUS Tutoring and Academic Coaching

“PLUS Tutoring has three main services connected to it: Small Group Tutoring, eTutoring, and Virtual Reality (VR) Tutoring.”

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Parents, Families, and Community Members Invited to Attend Homecoming 2024

October 10, 2024

Parents, Families, and Community Members Invited to Attend Homecoming 2024

October 14, 2024 kicks of EWU’s 101st year of Homecoming and there are many events to partake in! Many of the festivities are open to the public, so families are encouraged to attend. Here are some of our favorite events that you could encourage your favorite Eag to attend- or event participate in yourself: Eagle

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Wellness Required Trainings & Education

September 11, 2024

Wellness Required Trainings & Education

At Eastern Washington University (EWU), we are deeply committed to the health and wellbeing of your student. We recognize that addressing key topics during their college experience is crucial for their success. As part of this commitment, we provide important online training that is essential for your student’s overall wellbeing. We ask for your encouragement

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Home for the Summer: A Parent’s Guide to Making the Most of College Breaks

June 3, 2024

Home for the Summer: A Parent’s Guide to Making the Most of College Breaks

As the school year comes to a close, many families eagerly anticipate the return of their college-bound children. While the prospect of having your college student back home for the summer is undoubtedly exciting, it can also be a period of adjustment for everyone. In this post, we will explore some valuable tips and ideas

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Gifts for Eagle Graduates!

May 6, 2024

Gifts for Eagle Graduates!

Create a lasting memory and support future students’ success! Purchase a brick in Showalter’s historic walk. 2024 graduates can purchase a brick for $100 (that’s 50% off!). Customize your brick’s message and see it come to life in front of Showalter Hall later this summer. Deadline to order is June 26, 2024. Preview bricks here

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Eagles for Recovery

March 15, 2024

Eagles for Recovery

College life can be both exciting and challenging. This can especially be true as your student navigates alcohol and substance use when they come to college. Alcohol, cannabis, and Adderall are the most commonly misused substances on college campuses.   One of the resources available to students at EWU is the Eagles for Recovery program. Eagles

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Learn about Centralized Academic Support: PLUS (Program Leading to University Success)

March 1, 2024

Learn about Centralized Academic Support: PLUS (Program Leading to University Success)

PLUS is housed in the JFK library.  We service both the Cheney and Spokane campus’ including quarter and semester programs. We are proud to have been serving EWU students for 32 years.   PLUS provides FREE academic support services in the form of Tutoring (small group, online e-Tutoring, Drop-In Tutoring and Virtual Reality Tutoring embedded in

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