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Sep 18

Eastern Again Ranked Among Best Regional Universities in the North by U.S. News and World Report

Eastern University has once again been ranked one of the Best Regional Universities in the North by U.S. News and World Report for 2023-2024.
Sep 06

Eastern University Doubles Enrollment in 4 Years

From Fall 2019 to Fall 2023, enrollment counts on the first day of classes grew from 3,059 students to 6,112.
Aug 11

Eastern University to Add Marching Band

The Music Department and Eastern University Athletics have announced plans to launch a marching band for 2024-25. In leading up to this, Eastern University will have a pep band and drumline for the upcoming football season.
May 10, 2022

Eastern University Vocal Ensemble “Turning Point” Releases Studio Recordings

Eastern University is proud to share videos of a professional studio recording session by its renowned vocal touring ensemble, Turning Point. 
May 02, 2022

Asian Pacific American Heritage Month

During May we celebrate Asian Pacific American Heritage Month, annual celebration that recognizes the contributions of individuals and groups of Asian...
Apr 30, 2022

President Matthews Named Among PA’s 2022 Higher Education Power 100

Eastern University is pleased to announce that President Matthews has been recognized as one the 100 most powerful educators in Pennsylvania.
Mar 16, 2022

Eastern University Welcomes Katie McNabb to Board of Trustees

Eastern University is pleased to announce a new member to the Board of Trustees, Ms. Katherine “Katie” Hoyt McNabb.
Mar 04, 2022

Celebrating Women’s History Month: Honoring Our Women

Women’s History Month is a time to acknowledge and celebrate the lives, work, and contributions of women. March 2-8, 1980 was the first National Women...
Feb 15, 2022

Bill Golderer to be the 2022 Commencement Speaker at the Mann Center for the Performing Arts

Eastern University is pleased to welcome Bill Golderer, President and Chief Executive Officer of the ​​United Way of Greater Philadelphia and Southern...
Jan 19, 2022

Commencement 2022 to be held May 7 at the Mann Center

We are excited to announce that in less than 5 months, our 2022 Commencement Ceremonies will once again be held at The Mann Center for the Performing ...
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Dec 16, 2021

Press Conference Friday 12/17 with New Football Coach

The press conference will take place Friday, December 17th at 10:30am on Eastern University’s St. Davids campus in the McInnis Auditorium. 
Dec 03, 2021

Eastern University Hires Billy Crocker as Head Football Coach

"We are thrilled about hiring Coach Crocker,” Dr. Matthews shares. “His experience, enthusiasm, and expertise will enable us to open this new chapter ...
Nov 19, 2021

Public Health “THANK YOU!” Day

On this “Public Health Thank You Day,” we honor the bravery and deep sacrifice public that our health workers have selflessly offered our communities ...

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Sep 15

Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month 2023

Today, September 15th, is the first day of Hispanic Heritage Month, which runs until October 15th. This month is an annual celebration of the history and culture of Hispanic communities. The theme for 2023 is “Latinos: Driving Prosperity, Power, and Progress in America,” highlighting the contributions of Hispanics to the economic, political, and social growth of the United States.
Jun 08

Everybody Loves Joe

Across from the prayer chapel in Walton Hall, you’ll notice a tall, unassuming pair of wooden doors that lead the way to one of Eastern’s best-kept treasures.
Jun 08

Celebrating Higher Education Behind Bars

Transformative education is the heartbeat of PEP and was on display in its recent art exhibit “Celebrating Higher Education Behind Bars,” which debuted this winter.
Jun 01, 2022

Leading with Integrity

While the path wasn't always easy, the journey that brought Maggie Madimbo, PhD ’13 to Eastern University has yielded a legacy of integrity and transf...
Jun 01, 2022

Hope Heard

With the buzz of anticipation all around her, Kathrine Craig, PhD(c) ’24 stepped onto Eastern’s campus to begin her PhD in Organizational Leadership i...
Jun 01, 2022

Identity and Impact

In 1925, Eastern's founders came together with the dream of a seminary that would meet the unique needs of its day. My guess is that these six ministe...
Feb 01, 2022

Black History Month

Today, February 1 is the first day of Black History Month. Black History Month is an annual celebration of achievements by African Americans.
Nov 27, 2021

flex·i·bil·i·ty

Bend. Stretch. Flex. It’s no secret that life in our world demands flexibility. Hear from 4 members of our Eastern Community as they explore physical,...
Nov 27, 2021

Epic Fail: Navigating Failure with a Spiritually & Emotionally Healthy Perspective

A proverb popular in creative circles states that for a person to have a single good idea, they must go through nine bad ones first. Good ideas are ap...
Nov 27, 2021

Creating Meaningful Connections

My friends in the Templeton Honors College often ask questions about what it means to live a good life. In the world of communication, we understand.....
Nov 27, 2021

3 Healthy Habits: Simple Daily Tips for Staying Physically Flexible

If 2020 taught us anything, it is the importance of flexibility — whether that flexibility is physical, emotional, or just the ability to be flexible ...
Nov 27, 2021

Flexibility: The Key to a Healthy Mind

I have always held that flexibility is one of the critical components in managing life well. All across the lifespan, flexibility is a contributing fa...
Nov 26, 2021

Sideline Mission

While athletic competition is often seen as a platform for personal success, identity, and pride, nursing major and soccer goalkeeper Kerry Phillips '...