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Jun 05

Eastern University Ranked #1 for Best Online Master’s in Data Science by OnlineMasters.com

Eastern has been ranked #1 for Best Online Master’s in Data Science Programs for 2026 by OnlineMasters.com.
Jun 05

Eastern University Ranked #2 for Best Online Master’s in Counseling by OnlineMasters.com

Eastern University has been ranked #2 for Best Online Master’s in Counseling Programs for 2026 by OnlineMasters.com, an independent research platform specializing in online graduate education.
Jun 01

Eastern University to Host Annual Student Persistence and Retention Conference

Eastern University will host the annual Philly Area Student Persistence and Retention Collaborative Conference on Wednesday, June 3.
Jun 19, 2020

In Honor of Juneteenth

This Friday, June 19, is a day we remember with deep reverence. June 19th, or “Juneteenth,” is the oldest nationally celebrated commemoration of the a...
Jun 16, 2020

Eastern University Partners with PCOM for Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) Program

Eastern University has a new affiliation agreement with Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine (PCOM) to provide a seamless transition into thei...
Jun 12, 2020

Eastern Plans to Resume On-Campus Undergraduate Classes for Fall 2020

An Eastern education is valuable. We want as many students as possible to participate in this compassionate, dedicated, creative, academic community. ...
Jun 01, 2020

Eastern University Announces New Accelerated 4+1 Professional Science Programs with Temple University

Eastern University, in partnership with Temple University, is excited to announce five new accelerated degree programs in the areas of Cyber Defense,...
May 22, 2020

Eastern University Offers New MS in Data Science

Eastern University is excited to announce its newest master’s level offering, a 100% online MS in Data Science. Designed for students of all experienc...
May 12, 2020

Eastern University Ranked in Top 25 Best Christian Colleges and Top 20 Best Online Christian Colleges

Eastern was recently ranked one of the top 25 Best Christian Colleges and top 20 Best Online Christian Colleges by College Consensus for 2020.
Mar 24, 2020

President Matthews' Top 6 Ways to Reduce Worry and Stress

President Matthews encourages students during this season of disruption to consider the following as ways to reduce worry and stress.
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Mar 16, 2020

A Letter to Eastern Students: "Hope in the Grief"

Over the past few days, your inboxes have been flooded with news and logistics surrounding COVID-19 and its abrupt ramifications for you as students. ...
Mar 12, 2020

Eastern University to Add Esports in Fall 2020

Eastern University is excited to add Esports to its list of athletic offerings in Fall 2020. Esports, or Electronic Sports, are competitive video game...
Mar 06, 2020

Women’s Track and Field Claims MAC Indoor Championship

Eastern University Women's Track and Field Scored at least a point in every event and held off a late charge from the Messiah College Falcons to claim...

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Apr 29

Eastern's Dr. Kimberlee Johnson Inducted into Collegium of Scholars

Eastern celebrates the induction of Dr. Kimberlee A. Johnson, Dean of Palmer Theological Seminary and Palmer College, into the Martin Luther King Jr. Collegium of Scholars for 2026.
May 14

Goode Conversations Speaker Series Creates Space for Student Growth and Professional Connection

Connection. Belonging. Clarity. Purpose. These are key words that jump out as Theresa Noye describes Goode Conversations, a speaker series that brings together student leaders and local professionals.
Apr 21

Eastern Online

Over the past five years, the Eastern community has experienced remarkable growth as we’ve ventured further into the online world. The University now offers more than 70 online programs, including undergraduate and graduate degrees and certificates.
Jun 19, 2020

Celebrating a Father-Son Pair of Eastern Alums on Father’s Day 2020

This Father’s Day, we’re highlighting a father-son pair of Eastern alums and the impact they’ve made on both their families and the world around them.
May 20, 2020

Reflections on Light from a Theology & Biology Professor

A theology professor and biology professor reflect on light as both a sacred biblical theme and a sustaining force in nature.
May 19, 2020

2020 Distinguished Young Alumna of the Year Christina (Gann) Gomez ’14, MS

“Helping start a preschool was no small task, but I can see God’s specific preparation for me in each stage as I followed His will for my life.”
May 19, 2020

Lost Boy with A Found Purpose: A Story of Redemption in the Midst of Civil War

I came to America from South Sudan when I was young. At the young age of 4, civil war broke out in South Sudan, and I was faced with many difficulties...
May 19, 2020

Lighting Up High School Hallways

Things at Strawberry Mansion have been turning around, due in no small part to the bright light that is school counselor Ameera Sullivan, MA ’14, CAGS...
May 19, 2020

Light Roast: Experiencing Jesus' Light Through Coffee & Community

"Our hope is that our neighbors will experience genuine kindness, peace, and community when they walk through our doors."
May 18, 2020

Holy Moments in the Holy Land: Palmer and Eastern Attendees Reflect on their Trip to Israel

The 14-day study tour included stops in Jerusalem, Nazareth, Bethlehem, the Dead Sea, and more. Led by three biblical studies faculty members and atte...
May 18, 2020

2020 Alumnus of the Year, James Mast ’09, MA ’16

As a licensed professional counselor, James believes that the integration of his faith into his practice has made him a more effective and empathetic ...
May 18, 2020

Hopelessness to Fearlessness: How Esperanza College Impacted my Outlook on Life

My journey has taught me that you must keep believing in yourself and never live up to someone else’s limitations, no matter what the situation looks ...
May 18, 2020

2020 Lamplight Society Inductee Theresa Noye

Theresa embodies the meaning of the Lamplight Society Award through the abundance of ways that she guides both students and others around her. Eastern...