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Located near Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Eastern University is a Christian university offering more than 160 nationally-recognized undergraduate and graduate degree programs and certifications. Our core values of faith, reason, and justice are woven throughout all of our programs. Learn more about Eastern.

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Eastern University Once Again Rises in U.S. News and World Report Rankings of Best Regional Universities in the North

Eastern University has once again been ranked one of the Best Regional Universities in the North by U.S. News and World Report.

"Windows on the World" Presentations Engage Important Issues this Fall

Eastern University's distinctive lecture series "Windows on the World" will begin again this Friday, September 6.

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Eastern Ranked #3 of The Best Online Doctorate in Organizational Leadership Programs

Eastern University was recently ranked #3 in a list of the Best Online Doctorate in Organizational Leadership programs in 2019, and was the highest ranked PhD program on the list.

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Windows on the World: Carolyn Nichols

St. Davids Campus, 1300 Eagle Road, St. Davids, PA 19087

Windows on the World: Kathy Khang

St. Davids Campus, 1300 Eagle Road, St. Davids, PA 19087

Windows on the World: Al Socci

St. Davids Campus, 1300 Eagle Road, St. Davids, PA 19087

Mark your calendars, Eagles! Homecoming and Family Weekend is only 1 month away!! Check out eastern.edu/homecoming (link in bio) to register and see a full schedule of the weekend’s activities! 🦅

"I hope courage takes me to places I never dreamt of going, to meeting people that further inspire courage and curiosity within me, to a place and a purpose that fulfills what God had in mind for me when He created me." .
Learn more about recent Communication Studies alumna, Lindsey Lavery '18 and how her time at EU helped shape her understanding of courage and how to persevere and rely on God even though dark times: eastern.edu/lindsey (link in bio).

Eastern University has once again risen in the ranking of Best Regional Universities in the North by @usnews !! Learn more with link in bio 👍 #bestcolleges

"It is not hard to experience wonder in my discipline. Anthropology is the study of people and cultures around the world, and it produces an endless fascination with the human condition. For a Christian anthropologist, it also provides the opportunity to see God at work in the world, both through the church and beyond it."
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Professor of Cultural Anthropology, Dr. Eloise Meneses, has experienced some fascinating and broadening things throughout her life and career. Learn more about how her love for people and cultures has taught her more about God and His divine work throughout the world (link in bio). ♥️🌍

We had a great time at Area Churches’ Day yesterday! Special thanks to all the church representatives who came to meet our students and help them connect with a local church. Want to learn more about spiritual growth opportunities on campus? Be sure to connect with @euchaplains and the team in the Office of Faith and Practice!

It’s here! The new trailer for the upcoming film, “Just Mercy” (based on the bestselling book by distinguished alumnus, Bryan Stevenson ’81) is now live! Get a glimpse of this incredible story and mark your calendars for December 2019! To see the full trailer and to learn more about Bryan and @eji_org, visit justmercy.eji.org (link in bio). (🎥: #repost via @justmercyfilm) #JustMercy

The EU community gathered together this morning to celebrate the official start of the 2019-2020 Academic Year! This year's Convocation ceremony included worship, installation of new faculty, students awards, a message from Dr. Phaedra Blocker of Palmer Theological Seminary, and a special welcome for new students. Check out more photos on our Facebook page!

"I praise You because I am fearfully and wonderfully made; Your works are wonderful, I know that full well." (Psalm 139:14)
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Celebrating the recent return of our fabulous students by highlighting the unique God-given attributes that help make them so special. Check out www.eastern.edu/wonderfullymade (link in bio) to watch a fun video and see the many ways our Eagles are "fearfully and wonderfully made".

New year. New semester. Let’s make Fall 2019 the best one yet. Happy first day of class, Eagles! 📚🦅

So excited to have our returning students back on campus this weekend! Welcome home, Eagles! ♥️

Even with the crazy heat, we had a perfect day to welcome the class of 2023! Shout out to all the hard-working students, alumni, faculty, and staff who helped move-in our newest Eagles and welcome them into the EU family! Be sure to check out more photos from today on our Facebook page (link in bio)! 📦🦅👍

Move-In Day is finally here! Welcome home, Class of 2023! 🙌📦🦅

Tomorrow’s the big day!! Can’t wait to welcome our new Eagles in less than 24 hours! 📦🙌🎉🦅
Check out the link in our bio to review those last minute details and a full schedule of tomorrow’s events.

Did you know that Walton Dining Commons got a fresh new look over the summer?! @easterndining is starting the year off well with a great new layout, fresh paint, and some fancy new seating options. If you haven’t seen it already, be sure to stop by the DC and check out the upgrades for yourself! 🙌

"It is a delight to watch as strangers become friends, adolescents become adults, and students become scholars..."
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With only a few days left until we welcome a new group of students into the EU community, we're taking a look back at these reflections from Vice Provost for Student Development, Jackie Irving. Read more about how her special role allows her to experience wonder as she witnesses transformation in the lives of undergrad students: www.eastern.edu/news/faith-their-own (link in bio)

That feeling when you realize Move-In Day is in just 1 week!! Celebrating the countdown to the big day with this fun #throwback to 4 years ago when our current seniors were moving to St. Davids for the first time (feels like yesterday). Can’t wait to celebrate again with the class of 2023! 📦🎉🙌 #tbt

Only 2️⃣ more weeks to get those last minute dorm details ready! New Student Move-In Day is almost here! Get all the info you need for the big day, including a full schedule of events at the link in our bio! 📦🙌

"Eastern helped me to take risks. I graduated and felt capable of doing great things... Often times, people are hesitant to explore, but I graduated and felt like where can I begin? I am thankful that Eastern prepared me to be courageous even if it is a bit scary."
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Read more from alumna and former Social Work major, Kristine Kochel '10, as she shares her love for travel and how her time at EU encouraged her to boldly take on new experiences around the world: www.eastern.edu/kristine (link in bio).

“An ordinary rubber bracelet. But I felt God’s presence and care for Lizz and me as sure as the chair I was sitting in...”
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Read more from Abram S. Clemens Professor of Biblical Studies, Dr. Pete Enns, on his personal experience of wonder in the midst of difficulty and learning what it means to cast your anxieties on the Lord: (link in bio).

Happy Move-In Month! We can’t wait to see campus filled with busy and active students again. Did you know that there are over 40+ student-led clubs and organizations at EU? Check out the full list (link in bio) to see what’s offered and learn more about how you can get involved this semester!

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