Office of Employee Belonging, Development & Leadership

Spanish Language Enrichment
2025-04-02 12:00 - 13:00, 2025-04-09 12:00 - 13:00, 2025-04-16 12:00 - 13:00, 2025-04-23 12:00 - 13:00, 2025-04-30 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | SHW 114
Join us for conversational Spanish each Wednesday. All skill levels are encouraged to attend!

Drag 101
2025-04-02 15:00 - 17:00
Come and learn about the history and origins of the art of drag before Drag on Ice on August 5th. There will also be a screening of the documentary Paris is Burning. This landmark documentary provides a vibrant snapshot of the 1980s through the eyes of New York City?s African American and Latinx Harlem drag-ball scene. Snacks will be provided.

Giving Joy Day - Celebrate EWU’s 143rd Birthday
2025-04-03 12:00 - 13:00 | Campus Mall
Enjoy birthday cupcakes as we thank some of our most generous donors and celebrate together!

Something Rotten, A Very New Musical
2025-04-04 19:30 - 21:30 | Theatre Building
Something Rotten! is a musical comedy with a book by John O’Farrell and Karey Kirkpatrick and music and lyrics by Karey and Wayne Kirkpatrick. Set in 1595, the story follows the Bottom brothers, Nick and Nigel, who struggle to find success in the theatrical world as they compete with the wild popularity of their contemporary William Shakespeare. Showtimes: April 4th, 5th, 11th, and 12th at 7:30pm April 6th at 2pm, April 10th at 5pm.
Upcoming Productions

Drag on Ice: Drag Me to the Box Office
2025-04-05 19:00 - 22:00 | URC Ice Rink
Join us for a spectacular night of drag queens and figure skaters! This performance will benefit the Spokane AIDS Network, a local nonprofit.
https://www.dragonice.us/

Sister Songs Concert by the Bradetich-Grove Duo
2025-04-09 12:00 - 13:00 | EWU Music Recital Hall
This event celebrates the extraordinary music of female minority composers including Gwyneth Walker, Florence Price, Katherine Hoover, and Laurel Zucker.

Community Crafting Circle
2025-04-09 13:00 - 15:00 | American Indian Education Center, 706 5th St., Cheney, WA, 99004, United States
We’ve got beading, weaving, gourd necklaces, dreamcatchers, and more! Join us!

Get Lit! Festival
2025-04-10 - 2025-04-13
Each year of the Get Lit! Festival brings a diverse lineup of highly sought-after authors to our region, while also highlighting our local literary talent. This year we will have two full days of readings, craft classes, open mics, panel discussions, literary happy hours, and more!
Click HERE for more information.

Student Employee Appreciation Celebration
2025-04-15 12:00 - 13:30 | PUB NCR
Stop by at noon for pizza with President McMahan!

César Chávez Blood Drive
2025-04-16 10:00 - 14:00 | PUB NCR
Blood supplies nationwide are low! Join the College Assistance Migrant Program (CAMP) and Vitalant and roll up your sleeves for our campus-wide blood drive in a challenge to help our community. This blood drive will be hosted in the PUB NCR in honor of César Chávez who worked in the community in service of others.
Blood donation saves the lives of accident victims, surgery patients, cancer patients, and many others in need. Donating blood is safe, easy and takes about an hour. During that hour you can save three lives!

BIPOC College Life Skills Workshops
2025-04-16 12:00 - 13:00 | PUB 317/319
Tenant Rights Information Workshop
https://www.ewu.edu/cahss/american-indian-studies/bipoc-college-life-skills-workshop-registration/

Honoring Native Graduates
2025-05-02 18:00 - 20:00 | Gonzaga University
Join us for the 29th annual Spokane Area Native American Community Graduation.

African American Graduation Celebration
2025-05-03 14:00 - 16:00 | Gonzaga University
Honoring African American graduates from K-12, colleges, and universities from the Spokane area.

Cinco de Mayo Concert
2025-05-03 15:00 - 16:30 | Showalter Auditorium
Mariachi Las Águilas joins the EWU Orchestra and Rep Jazz Band in a free community concert celebrating Cinco de Mayo.
Click HERE for more information!

Missing & Murdered Indigenous Women and Persons
2025-05-05 12:00 - 16:00 | Campus Mall
Community event to raise awareness and support advocacy efforts for Missing & Murdered Indigenous Women and Persons.
Click HERE for more information!

Got Your 6 Program
2025-05-06 11:00 - 14:00 | TAW 215 B/C
Seminar that will help guide faculty, staff and students on their journey towards veteran and military cultural competency.
Click HERE for more information!

Eagle Store Yard Sale
2025-05-07 10:00 - 15:00 | PUB Skirt
Don’t miss the best sale of the year! Whether you’re hunting for a deal, looking for something new, or just want to join in the fun — this is an event you won’t want to miss!
Click HERE for more information!

Lavender Graduation
2025-05-08 17:00 - 19:00 | HAR 201
Lavender Graduation celebrates the achievements of LGBTQ+ and allied students from the Spokane area.
Click HERE for more information.

QSTEM Student-Led Drag Show
2025-05-09 18:00 - 20:00 | PUB NCR
QSTEM’s yearly student drag show fundraiser is finally here!
Are you interested in performing? You don’t have to have experience to sign up.
Want to just watch? Tickets are $5 and are available at the door. Performers will also be accepting tips from the audience.
For questions, contact Kai Valentine at kvalentine1@ewu.edu

Black Excellence Ball
2025-05-17 18:00 - 21:00 | PUB NCR
It’s time for EWU BSU’s annual Black Excellence Ball! This year’s theme is Black Hollywood, so come with your best suits and dresses! There will be a red carpet, performances, and tasting plates. The ball will take place Saturday May 17th, 2025. Doors open at 5:30 pm, Event starts at 6 pm! EWU students are free until May 17th ($5 at the door). Faculty, Staff, and Community: $15 online or at the door! Group Special (Table of 8 for Faculty, Staff, and Community): $120!
Click HERE for more information.

Basic Needs Resource Fair
2025-05-20 11:00 - 14:00 | Campus Mall
This event features more than 40 service providers offering resources like EBT applications, healthcare, and legal aid.

Queer Prom
2025-05-23 18:00 - 21:00 | HAR 201
Bring your partner or friends and enjoy a night of free food, drinks, and music! The theme is fantasy masquerade. Formal attire isn’t required, but is encouraged.

Memorial Day
2025-05-26
EWU Campus Closed

Spirit of the Eagle Powwow
2025-05-31 12:00 - 22:00 | Reese Court
Grand Entry at 1pm & 7pm
Join us for a cultural celebration that brings together Indigenous communities, dancers, and singers from across the region.

Senior Send Off
2025-06-05 14:00 - 15:30
Senior Send-Off

2pm-3:30pm | Showalter Hall Front Steps

Cheer on the graduates as they take their final, walk down the Showalter Hall main walkway. Then stay for desserts, music & activities!

NCORE Presentation
2025-06-06 12:00 - 13:00
NCORE Presentation

Noon – 1pm | Tawanka 215

Join us for Dr. Finnie’s dynamic presentation, where he’ll highlight innovative approaches and best practices for creating meaningful change within educational institutions.
