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Eastern Pair Wins Student-Faculty Research Prize from the Center for Public Justice

Abigail Stevens ‘20 was awarded the Shared Justice Student-Faculty Research Prize for her work with Dr. Christa Lee-Chuvala.

Eastern University’s Harrisburg Site Transitions to New Location

Eastern is excited to announce the transition of its Harrisburg site to a new location that will provide students with a state-of-the-art learning experience.

Professor JoAnn Flett Recognized at 2019 Greater Philadelphia Social Innovation Awards Ceremony

Professor Flett, who is the program director for Eastern’s new MBA in Social Impact, won second place in the category of Social Enterprise Intermediary.

Tony Campolo and Lyndell D. Backues Invited to Serve as New Co-Pastors of St. John’s Baptist Church

In efforts to resurrect a once-thriving congregation, the historic St. John’s Baptist Church, whose impact has also reached around the world, has turn...

Eastern Pair Wins Student-Faculty Research Prize from the Center for Public Justice

Abigail Stevens ‘20 was awarded the Shared Justice Student-Faculty Research Prize for her work with Dr. Christa Lee-Chuvala.

Eastern University’s Harrisburg Site Transitions to New Location

Eastern is excited to announce the transition of its Harrisburg site to a new location that will provide students with a state-of-the-art learning exp...

Professor JoAnn Flett Recognized at 2019 Greater Philadelphia Social Innovation Awards Ceremony

Professor Flett, who is the program director for Eastern’s new MBA in Social Impact, won second place in the category of Social Enterprise Intermediar...

President Matthews Releases Jazz Piano Christmas Album

Eastern University President Ron Matthews recently released a jazz piano Christmas album to celebrate the holiday season. "Holly & Ivory" is now avail...

Prayers for the Tragedy in Thousand Oaks, California

President Ron Matthews leads the community in prayer and lament over the recent shooting in Thousand Oaks, California.

Eastern University Partners with Temple University to offer Accelerated 4+1 Forensic Chemistry Degree

The program leads to a BS in Chemistry or Biochemistry degree from Eastern, plus a PSM in Forensic Chemistry at Temple University.

Women's Volleyball Claims 11th Consecutive MAC Freedom Title

Eastern University Volleyball held off top-seeded DeSales to claim the program's eleventh-consecutive Middle Atlantic Conference Freedom Championship ...

Men's Soccer Claims 3rd MAC Freedom Title in 4 Years

Men's Soccer had a 3-0 Win Over King's to win the Middle Atlantic Conference championship.

Prayers and Condolences: Tree of Life Synagogue Tragedy

President Matthews leads the Eastern community in offering prayers and condolences for the families of those killed and injured at the Tree of Life Sy...

UPCOMING EVENTS

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Windows on the World: Micky ScottBey Jones

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

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MA in Theological & Cultural Anthropology Online Alumni Meet & Greet

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Windows on the World: Spring Recess Commissioning Service

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

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Adult Undergraduate, Graduate and Seminary Open House

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

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PhD in Organizational Leadership Online Info Session

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Windows on the World: Rev. Dr. Charles Howard

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

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Undergraduate Spring Open House

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

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Windows on the World: Amanda Tyler, J.D.

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

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Theater Production: Into the Woods

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

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Windows on the World: Dr. John Seel

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

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Windows on the World: Micky ScottBey Jones

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

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MA in Theological & Cultural Anthropology Online Alumni Meet & Greet

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Windows on the World: Spring Recess Commissioning Service

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

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Adult Undergraduate, Graduate and Seminary Open House

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

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PhD in Organizational Leadership Online Info Session

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Windows on the World: Rev. Dr. Charles Howard

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

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Undergraduate Spring Open House

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

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Resonant Leadership for Turbulent Times: Realizing the Power of Emotional and Social Intelligence

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

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Windows on the World: Amanda Tyler, J.D.

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

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Theater Production: Into the Woods

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

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FEATURED

Tony Campolo and Lyndell D. Backues Invited to Serve as New Co-Pastors of St. John’s Baptist Church

In efforts to resurrect a once-thriving congregation, the historic St. John’s Baptist Church, whose impact has also reached around the world, has turned toward two Eastern University professors.

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Top 5 Favorite Places on Campus

It’s no secret that Eastern’s charming campus leaves a lasting impression. Through social media and a dining commons poll, we surveyed our current students and alumni in order to find out their favorite places on campus and what makes them so special.

Jammin Java

Unexpected Blessings

In many ways, Palmer Seminary's move to Eastern University’s main campus in St. Davids two years ago was a full-circle moment. Over 90 years ago, the Seminary was born and out of it grew what today is Eastern University.

Top 5 Favorite Places on Campus

It’s no secret that Eastern’s charming campus leaves a lasting impression. Through social media and a dining commons poll, we surveyed our current stu...

Unexpected Blessings

In many ways, Palmer Seminary's move to Eastern University’s main campus in St. Davids two years ago was a full-circle moment. Over 90 years ago, the ...

When a Computer is Your Classroom

Can Eastern’s legacy of transformative, community-based Christian education translate to the world of online learning?

Sketches and Stethoscopes

With a paintbrush in one hand and a stethoscope in the other, resident assistant and nursing major Andrea Rapetti ’21 is poised to paint for herself a...

Crossing The Line: A New Level of Excellence

Eastern’s new Nursing Resource and Simulation Lab is the perfect place for students to grow into competent, confident nurses.

Business as Unusual

The new MBA in Social Impact equips mission-driven leaders to confront complex societal challenges using the tools of business innovation.

A Place Called Hope

Esperanza’s vision for the Hunting Park neighborhood is for transformation from a geography of poverty into an opportunity community.

Living Courageously through Cancer

Trillis Graham, MBA in Health Administration student, shares how her experience with cervical cancer has affected her outlook on life.

Summer at Eastern | Scenic Campus Shots

Summer on campus is a peaceful time, perfect for enjoying the beauty of Eastern's picturesque surroundings. Enjoy these scenic campus shots, whether y...

Stories of Courage | Eastern Alumni

Eastern recently interviewed 36 students and alumni about how they are living Eastern's core values of faith, reason, and justice through lives of cou...

Happy #WorldDayofSocialJustice.

It’s official! Due to the upcoming bad weather, EU will be closed tomorrow (2/20)! Enjoy your snow day, Eagles (and be sure to tag us in some of your awesome snow pics like this one. ⬆️). ❄️☃️❄️☃️❄️

Congratulations to economic development major, Abigail Stevens '20, and her advisor, Dr. Christa Lee-Chuvala on being one of only three student-faculty pairs from across the U.S. to receive the 2019 Student-Faculty Research Prize from the Center for Public Justice! Learn more about the award and how Abigail plans to further her research in access to public housing for formerly incarcerated individuals (link in bio). 👏

Save the Dates! We're looking forward to a week-long celebration of Eastern University’s history, legacy, and future! Events will include School Spirit Day, an Art Show, Service Opportunities, the Inauguration of our 10th President, and much more! Check out eastern.edu/celebrationweek (link in bio) for the full schedule.

Beaker really showed his fellow Eagles some love today by giving away free hugs all over campus this afternoon! We love you, Beaker! #HappyValentinesDay! 💕🦅💕
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Check out more clips from Beaker’s Valentine’s Day adventure in our stories. ⬆️

“I want to live in the Middle East when I graduate and this was an amazing opportunity to learn about the culture and language. My favorite part has been riding a donkey to the monastery at Petra.” - Lizzy Novak ‘20 (History major studying in Amman, Jordan 🇯🇴) .
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So cool to see our Eagles spreading their wings and learning new things outside of St. Davids! Have your own cool study abroad moment to share? Tag @easternuniversity and let us know what amazing things you’re learning out in the world. ✈️🌍

A snowy start to the weekend and a new month! Happy Friday and happy February, Eagles! ❄️❄️❄️

The countdown is on! Only 💯 more days until the tassels turn for the class of 2019! 🙌🎓 #EUGrad19

It was a pretty busy weekend on campus! From food trucks to photo booths and everything in between... we had an awesome time hanging out with the class of 2023 for #ExploreEU19! Check out more photos from the weekend on our Facebook page!

Love having these new Eagles on campus this weekend! 🙌🦅 #ExploreEU19 .
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(📸: @jasminelmorrow - congrats on being today’s Instagram winner! 👏🎉)

We’ve got some pretty special guests on campus this weekend! Sending a big EU welcome to the class of 2023 as they spend the next few days with us for Explore Eastern Weekend! Join in on the fun and share your experience by posting with #ExploreEU19 and tagging @easternuniversity!

“My current career path toward becoming a police officer requires courage through the calling to protect and serve. Playing basketball throughout my life has taught me so many life lessons about persevering, facing adversity, being disciplined.” .
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Current Criminal Justice major and Women’s Basketball player, Regie Robinson ‘19 is working hard on her goal of becoming a police officer. Learn more about how her time at EU has helped her confidence and developed her desire to protect and serve in her future career. (Link in bio).

Sometimes winter has its perks. 😍🥶 (📷: @cyaks)

Great to see so many of our first year students taking part in yesterday’s #MLKDayofService! Here’s a snapshot of some of our INST150/151 students helping out at @urbanpromise_camden. (Photo via @EU_OFP on Twitter)

A great and inspiring quote from a great and inspiring man. Happy Martin Luther King Day! #MLKDay

Bundle up, Eagles! It’s gonna be a pretty winter-y [long] weekend. Stay safe and stay warm! 🥶 .
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Don’t forget that the University will be closed on Monday (1/21) in honor of Martin Luther King Day. See you on Tuesday!

Start the semester off right: come out tonight to cheer on Men’s and Women’s Basketball as they take on Misericordia at home. Fun starts at 6pm in the gym! Wear black (and your best game faces) to support your Eagles! #getloud 🏀👊
(📷: @euathletics) #repost

New year, new semester. Spring 2019: Let’s do this! 🙌 #welcomeback #wemissedyou

Despite their shared history, Palmer Theological Seminary and Eastern University only recently began sharing a campus. It's been just about 2 years since the Seminary moved to St. Davids. Learn more about their transition to a new home and how it's provided unexpected blessings for Palmer and EU students alike (link in bio).

Just a few more days until the start of the new semester (yay! 🙌) and only one week until we kick off our 2019 Chapel services! Tap the link in our bio to see the new schedule and be sure to join us on Wednesdays at 10:00 a.m. in the University Gym (or via livestream) to participate in this shared time of worship with the EU community! @euchaplains

Happy #WorldDayofSocialJustice. t.co/GJH5HcMVQY

@easternU, Feb 20

WEATHER UPDATE: Due to forecasts of inclement weather, Eastern University's St. Davids, Philadelphia, and Harrisbur… t.co/Bhy6Ljs7Ij

@easternU, Feb 19

RT @EUEagles: IMPORTANT SCHEDULE CHANGE!!!!! Because of expected bad weather, the @EU_MBB MAC Freedom Basketball Tournament game at Wilkes…

@easternU, Feb 19

Congratulations to economic development major, Abigail Stevens '20, and Dr. Christa Lee-Chuvala on being 1 of only… t.co/MHAeTPZJ7s

@easternU, Feb 18

Save the Dates! We're looking forward to a week-long celebration of EU’s history, legacy, and future! Events will i… t.co/dPUX7c6OTR

@easternU, Feb 15

We're excited to welcome back EU alumnus, Dr. Chris Haw '03, as this week's Windows on the World speaker! Join us a… t.co/g2dcq4JSe2

@easternU, Feb 14

Beaker really showed his fellow Eagles some love today by giving away free hugs all over campus this afternoon! Che… t.co/l95ZD4zt2p

@easternU, Feb 14

RT @EUAlumni: Love is in the air! We are celebrating today with our alumni couples! Did you know we have over 900 of them?? We've asked som…

@easternU, Feb 14

Our first 2019 Undergraduate Open House is less than a week away! Join us on Monday 2/18 to tour the campus, meet t… t.co/tXMrNYlthZ

@easternU, Feb 13

We've got a great Chapel service prepared for this morning! Join us at 10am in the Gym or via livestream (… t.co/Q6bdPmXJ1S

@easternU, Feb 13

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