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Eastern University Offers UVF Students Supportive Transfer Partnership

Eastern University is committed to supporting the UVF community through a seamless and integrated transfer partnership.

Honoring the Life and Legacy of Dr. Carol M. Schreck

Palmer Theological Seminary and College of Eastern University honors the life and legacy of Dr. Carol Schreck, our treasured Emeritus Associate Professor.

Eastern University’s MBA Receives Outstanding Student Satisfaction and Net Promoter Score

Eastern University’s College of Business and Leadership (CBL) announced exceptional results from its latest annual MBA satisfaction survey, reporting a 95% student satisfaction rate.

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Eastern University Celebrates its Centennial Graduating Class at 2026 Commencement Ceremonies

Eastern University celebrated the achievements of the Class of 2026 during its annual commencement ceremonies held at the Mann Center on Friday, May 8...

Eastern Alumna Named National School Nurse of the Year

Emily Hunter, M.Ed ’21, BSN, RN, CSN ’19, a dedicated school nurse at Rhawnhurst Elementary School in Philadelphia, has been named the 2025 National S...

Eastern University Welcomes E. Shepard Farrar to Board of Trustees

Eastern University is proud to announce the appointment of E. Shepard Farrar, MBA ’95 to its Board of Trustees.

Eastern University Honors the Life and Legacy of Rev. Dr. Tony Campolo

On January 25, Eastern University hosted a Celebration of Life service in honor of the late Rev. Dr. Tony Campolo ’56, BD ’60, ThM ’61, HD ’06, one of...

Marvin Rees Announced as 2025 Commencement Speaker

Eastern University is pleased to announce Marvin Rees, 2001 EU graduate, as the 2025 commencement speaker.

Celebrating the Life and Legacy of Dr. Tony Campolo

It is with both heavy hearts and deep appreciation that Eastern honors the passing of Rev. Dr. Tony Campolo, one of Eastern's most influential alumni ...

Eastern Alum Named School Nurse of the Year

Eastern graduate, Emily Hunter, M.Ed., BS, RN, CSN, has been named the 2024 Pennsylvania School Nurse of the Year by the National Association of Schoo...

Eastern Alumna is PA Teacher of the Year Award Finalist

Eastern University alumna Lara Owlett is one of 12 finalists for the Pennsylvania Teacher of the Year award.

Evangelicals for Social Action Announces Nikki Toyama-Szeto MA '07 as New Executive Director

Evangelicals for Social Action (ESA) is thrilled to announce the appointment of Nikki Toyama-Szeto MA ’07 as Executive Director.

Broadway Composer and Playwright, Christopher G. Smith '93 Announced as Eastern University's Commencement Speaker

Eastern University is pleased to announce alumnus Christopher G. Smith ’93 as the May 7, 2016 commencement speaker.

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Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) Online Info Session

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Online Undergraduate BA in Psychology Information Session

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MBA in Organizational Management & Business Certificates Online Info Session

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A Story of Firsts: Diane's Journey to Graduation

When Diane began her time at Eastern, she experienced many of the same uncertainties that countless college students face such as finding community, navigating a new environment, and discerning her future.

Student Workers on Campus: Hannah Gerber’s Summer at the Writing Center

For Hannah Gerber ‘27, summer break is anything but boring. Instead of heading home after the spring semester, she and many other Eastern students stay on campus.

Finding Purpose Through the Campolo Center

When De'Shon Cooper arrived at Eastern University as a first-year student, he had a "case of the nervous nellies mixed with anxiousness, sprinkled with curiosity, and a dash of doubt that makes for the perfect freshman," he playfully reminisced.

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A Story of Firsts: Diane's Journey to Graduation

When Diane began her time at Eastern, she experienced many of the same uncertainties that countless college students face such as finding community, n...

A Shared Journey: A Father and His Sons Pursue Business Degrees at Eastern

Brian Kirn, MBA ’26, put his dream of a graduate degree on hold for the demands of life. When he finally pursued a business degree, his sons were righ...

Full Circle Legacy

Decades after meeting on Eastern's campus, Steve '91 and Cathy Clemens '92 continue to influence the very place that so deeply shaped them.

Serving the Whole Person

Some callings refuse to be confined to a single space. For Rev. Brooke Scott '17, LSW, ministry happens in the sanctuary and the social worker's offic...

The Joy of Provision

That firsthand experience inspired Dr. Virginia "Gina" (Frendzel) Ayres '84 to support Eastern’s Eagle’s Essentials Food and Hygiene Pantry, an initia...

Local Faith, Big Impact

Rev. Randy Van Osten ’02, MDiv ’16, knew he was called to serve the church. He completed his Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and Urban Studies at Easte...

Integrating Faith and Culture: Eastern Alumnus’s Path to Global Education Leadership

When Luis Manuel Ortiz set out to continue his education, he had two goals in mind: to prepare for mission work abroad and to open doors for a career ...

Communication Studies Alumna Finds Her Spotlight in Theatre Marketing

From a young age, Carly Jae '19 filled notebooks with imaginative skits for to perform, begged her parents to sign her up for dance and singing classe...

100 Years of Global Impact

Our Eastern University alumni represent over 90 countries throughout the world.

International Alumna Turns Childhood Dreams Into Reality as a TV Anchor

Currently a TV Anchor at BBS in Bhutan, Choni reflects on the power of taking a leap of faith and the connections she made at Eastern University.

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