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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.

Biochemical Researchers at Eastern University Move a Step Closer to Developing a Novel Means to Control Fire Blight Disease in Apple Trees

The results of this research were published in the Journal of Biological Chemistry, a leading journal in the biochemical field.

Eastern University Holds First Annual Mental Health Awareness and Wellness Week January 22-26

Eastern University is pleased to announce its first annual Mental Health Awareness and Wellness Week, January 22-26.

Courage Interviews with Philadelphia Eagles Players

As the Philadelphia Eagles ramped up for playoffs, several players took time out of their schedule to talk about Courage with Eastern University and F...

Rev. Dr. Harold Trulear Speaker for Martin Luther King, Jr. Commemoration

Eastern University was honored to welcome to our Windows on the World lecture series today, as part of our Martin Luther King, Jr. commemoration, form...

Graduate Early. Save Money. Lighten Your Load. The New Eastern University FastPass™ Program

Eastern University is excited to announce the new Eastern University Fastpass™ program.

Eastern to Host CROWDER Live in Concert Nov. 10

Eastern University is excited to host three-time Grammy nominated artist, CROWDER, on Friday November 10th on the St. Davids campus.

Eastern University Holds YJAM Creative Arts Café to Celebrate Youth Justice Awareness Month

Eastern University will celebrate Youth Justice Awareness Month (October), a national initiative of the Campaign for Youth Justice based in Washington...

Conrad J. Fowler, In Memoriam

Eastern astronomy department’s staunchest and most loyal advocates and supporters, Conrad ("Connie") Fowler passes.

Dr. A. Gilbert Heebner, In Memoriam

Gil was always faithful to trumpet the critical importance that all students—including those studying liberal arts subjects—should have a good working...

Campolo Institute Holds Social Justice Day 2017

The Campolo Institute for Applied Research in Social Justice of Eastern University celebrated Social Justice Day 2017 on the St. Davids campus.

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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.

Grove

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.

Computer

When a Computer is Your Classroom

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

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

Since its first appearance early last year, the Chalkboard Wall in Walton has been a fun new place for creative students to showcase their talents. Take a look at our most recent student artist, Andrea Rapetti ‘21, and learn more about how she uses art as means of self-care during her busy life as a Nursing major. (Link in bio) 🎨👩🏼‍⚕️
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P.S. Be sure to check out the wall’s new design for the new year when classes resume! 🙌

Happy New Year from Beaker and all us of us here at Eastern University! 🎉🎊2️⃣0️⃣1️⃣9️⃣🎊🎉

“For to us a child is born, to us a son is given; and the government shall be upon his shoulder, and his name shall be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace.” (Isaiah 9:6) .
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Merry Christmas from Eastern University! 🎄

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

WEATHER UPDATE: Eastern University is CLOSED until 4:00 this afternoon (2/12). Classes scheduled for 4:30 will meet… t.co/pxtKzXV0fO

@easternU, Feb 12

WEATHER UPDATE: Due to the impending weather, EU will close at 7 p.m. Mon. 2/11. This includes the St. Davids, East… t.co/RbS2ALU1iv

@easternU, Feb 11

Our Windows on the World series continues tomorrow morning with a special message from accomplished vocalist, compo… t.co/ch5dNzA7D7

@easternU, Feb 07

Eastern's Harrisburg location is getting a new home! Learn more about the upgraded space and its unique benefits fo… t.co/swWM4TOLPk

@easternU, Feb 07

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