Office of Employee Belonging, Development & Leadership

Veterans Day
2025-11-11
EWU Campus Closed

Transgender Awareness Week
2025-11-13 - 2025-11-19
Each year between November 13 – 19, people and organizations around the country participate in Transgender Awareness Week to help raise the visibility of transgender people. This week of uplifting and honoring the transgender community leads up to the Transgender Day of Remembrance, which memorializes victims of transphobic violence.

Veterans Event
2025-11-13 17:00 - 18:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | RTV 123
A veterans week discussion on veteran representation in the media. A short talk on veteran identity and transition to a discussion panel.

Hometown Heroes & Senior Day Football Game
2025-11-15 13:00 - 16:00 | Roos Field
EWU Home Football Game vs Northern Colorado

Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week
2025-11-16 - 2025-11-22
Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week is an annual program where people come together across the country to draw attention to the problems of hunger and homelessness. Participating groups spend the week holding a series of educational, service, fundraising, and advocacy events. Click HERE for more information.

Level One LGBTQ+ Advocate Training
2025-11-17 14:00 - 15:00 | PUB 321/323
Advocate Training is an informative, interactive, fun, and brave space for faculty, staff, and students to become more knowledgeable about terminology and resources available for EWU?s LGBTQ+ communities. Participants who complete Advocate Training receive a placard for each level they complete that indicates they are an affirming person with whom all students can connect.
Level 1 Advocates provide basic, informed support for interacting with and about LGBTQ+ students.

President’s Fall Recognition Luncheon
2025-11-20 12:00 - 14:00 | PUB NCR
Fall marks a season of reflection and renewed energy — a time to celebrate progress and the people who make it possible. At Eastern, our spirit of grace, gratitude, and community keeps us moving forward together.
I hope you’ll join me for the annual Fall Recognition Luncheon as we honor our Distinguished Service Award winners, President’s Exemplary Service Award winners, and service pin recipients. Enjoy a festive fall meal and the chance to recognize the outstanding individuals who help our university flourish.
Time: Noon-2 p.m. (open buffet style) | Program begins at 12:30 p.m.
This year’s event will also feature a food drive benefiting the EWU Food Pantry. Attendees are encouraged to bring non-perishable food items to help support students in need.
To make arrangements for access accommodation, please call 509.359.6362 or email presidentsoffice@ewu.edu one week in advance.

Transgender Day of Remembrance
2025-11-20 17:00 - 18:00 | JFK Library
Join the Eagle Pride Center in the JFK Library for a reading of names of the transgender siblings we have lost this year. Right after, we will go outside for a brief candlelight vigil. Everyone is welcome to attend.

Thanksgiving Day
2025-11-27

Native American Heritage Day
2025-11-28

EWU Art Faculty Exhibition
2025-12-01 - 2026-02-05 | Art Building Gallery of Art Room A104
EWU Art Faculty Exhibition
9:00am-6:00pm | EWU Art Gallery
Eastern Washington University Gallery of Art is pleased to announce the 2025 EWU Art Faculty Exhibition, on view from November 20, 2025 through February 5, 2026.
This biennial exhibition celebrates the creative research and studio practices of Eastern Washington University’s Art Faculty, showcasing the breadth and vitality of contemporary art being produced on campus today. Visitors will encounter a dynamic range of artistic voices and media, including painting, sculpture, printmaking, drawing, ceramics, photography, video, and multimedia installation. The Art Faculty Exhibition invites students, colleagues, and community members throughout the region to engage with the ideas and processes that shape EWU’s vibrant art community. Participating Artists Include: Jessy Earle, Houston Fryer, Melanie Hewitt, Josh Hobson, Jenny Hyde, Sally Jablonsky, Marc LaPointe, Ben Luca Robertson, Lisa Soranaka & Chris Tyllia

Register for the Supervision Certificate Program from Academic Impressions
2025-12-01 - 2026-02-02 | Zoom
Start the year off right, investing in yourself!

Jan 5th Cohort
https://www.academicimpressions.com/event/0126-supervision-cert-mega-live/

Feb 2nd Cohort
https://www.academicimpressions.com/event/0226-supervision-cert-mega-live/

Catalyst Winter Warm Up
2025-12-02 11:00 - 18:00 | Catalyst
Finals are just around the corner, and we know how much effort you’re putting in. That’s why we’re inviting you to take a well-deserved break!
Hot drinks and treats
Relaxing music to recharge your mind
A cozy space to connect with friends

EWU Jazz Concert
2025-12-02 19:30 - 21:30 | EWU Music Recital Hall
Enjoy a night of fabulous jazz music by our Concert Jazz Orchestra, Rep Jazz, Collegians and featured soloists!
EWU students free with ID. General tickets $10/$5 Seniors.

Level Two LGBTQ+ Advocate Training
2025-12-03 10:00 - 11:00 | PUB 319
Advocate Training is an informative, interactive, fun, and brave space for faculty, staff, and students to become more knowledgeable about terminology and resources available for EWU?s LGBTQ+ communities. Participants who complete Advocate Training receive a placard for each level they complete that indicates they are an affirming person with whom all students can connect.
Level 2 Advocates are equipped with self-reflection skills and advanced knowledge to better advocate for students.

ALERRT Active Threat Training
2025-12-03 10:00 - 12:00 | JFK Library Auditorium
The Advanced Law Enforcement Rapid Response Training (ALERRT) program provides critical, evidence-based instruction on how to effectively respond during active threat situations. While originally designed for law enforcement, university employees benefit by gaining a better understanding of how emergency responses unfold, what to expect from first responders, and how to make informed, lifesaving decisions during a crisis.
By participating, employees help strengthen campus preparedness, enhance coordination with campus police, and build confidence in responding to high-stress situations. Ultimately, this training supports a safer, more resilient campus community for everyone.

On the Rocks: Party Safety
2025-12-03 11:30 - 12:30 | PUB 336 Pride Center
Spend some time with Eagles for Recovery in the Eagle Pride Center to learn more about safe party practices and to paint some pet rocks.
Everyone is welcome to attend! Supplies and snacks are provided.

EWU Wind Ensemble Concert
2025-12-03 19:30 - 21:30 | EWU Music Recital Hall
Enjoy an exciting array of Wind Ensemble music by our EWU students, faculty and guests! EWU students free with ID. General tickets $10/$5 Seniors.

Eagle Store Holiday Sale
2025-12-04 - 2025-12-06 | Eagle Store
Happy Holidays from the Eagle Store-
December 4-6 join us at the Eagle Store and on our website for 25% off EVERYTHING in the store (except Swoop’s Corner) That’s 25% off clothing, gifts, electronics, and even clearance! Come and get your holiday shopping done at the Eagle Store and save BIG! Use code Holiday25 to shop online, exceptions for discount apply to Swoop’s Corner & Online Exclusive products.
Thursday December 4th: 9am-4pm
Friday December 5th: 9am-4pm
Saturday December 6th: 11am-3pm

Cheney Clean Up Day
2025-12-05 11:00 - 13:00
Contact the Office of Sustainability, 509.359.4955, or the Office of Community Engagement, 509.359.2120, for more information.

EWU Choir Concert
2025-12-05 19:30 - 21:00 | EWU Music Recital Hall
Happy Holidays!
Enjoy holiday music from the EWU Symphonic Choir, Collegians (Jazz Choir), and Concert/Community Choir. People needing accommodation should contact Kristina Ploeger-Hekmatpanah, Director of Choral Activities no later than 48 hours before the event. Free for EWU students, $10 general admission, $5 for Non-EWU Students, Seniors.
