When I began my search for colleges back in 2012, I developed certain criteria for what I wanted in my future school. I knew I wanted to attend a smaller school; I would feel lost and overlooked at a big state school. I wanted a school in a […]
Author: Shelly Lister
US News Names Eastern Online Programs Among Best in Country
In a recent report published by U.S. News, four of Eastern University’s online bachelor’s degree programs were ranked among the Best Online Programs for 2017. The four programs receiving the accolade include Eastern’s B.A. in Organizational Leadership, B.S. in Business Administration, R.N. to B.S. in Nursing and B.A. […]
EU Sports Recap
The Eastern Women’s Basketball team started off the 2016 season with three consecutive wins. In the season opener against Eagle Road-rival Cabrini University, the Eagles won by a score of 59-53. Their first loss came from Messiah College; however, the Eagles were able to recover from the loss […]
One Step at a Time: Reflections from Sports Editor Shelly Lister
I used to think my body was something I had to tame. I thought that if I didn’t closely monitor my body it would look unkempt, like a garden becomes overgrown when neglected and left to the elements. Gardens require constant upkeep, with the proper balance of trimming, watering, […]
Remembering Pearl Harbor- Looking back 75 years later
The American flag at Eastern University is flown at half-staff today in remembrance of the surprise attack that brought America into World War II: 75 years ago the naval base of Pearl Harbor on the island of Oahu, Hawaii was attacked by Japanese fighter planes in the midst […]
EU Fall Sports Stay Strong in Postseason
Cross Country by Hector Davila It’s that time of year again: the fall season, when there are colorful leaves, pumpkin spice and we definitely cannot forget the MAC Championships. The end of October into November is an exciting time of year for all colleges around the country. Fall […]
EU Men’s and Women’s Basketball Teams Eager to Begin Fresh Season
Men’s Basketball With nine upperclass students on the roster, EU Men’s Basketball will enter the 2016-17 season with much experience. Coach Eric McNelley will return for his second season with the team. In McNelley’s first season the Eagles finished with an overall record of 11-14 and went 6-8 […]
Visiting the World Series Stadiums A Baltimore fan’s travels to Chicago and Cleveland
To clear the air, I will start as plainly as possible: I am an avid Baltimore Orioles fan. I pledge my allegiances to the Orioles franchise, and I will faithfully root for my home team until the day I die. But my love for baseball runs deeper than […]
EU Sports Updates
On Oct. 25, sophomore Jacob Meyers of EU Men’s Soccer was named the Division III Player of the Week by the National Soccer Coaches Association of America. On Oct. 19, the Eagles defeated Wilkes University by a score of 7-0, which was followed by yet another shut out […]
Athlete Spotlight: Stephanie Elechko of EU Volleyball
Eastern Volleyball senior Stephanie Elechko has been a key piece to the Eagles’ success since she joined the team in 2013. In her first year as an Eagle, EUVB had an overall record of 32-5 and made it to the Elite Eight in the NCAA Division III tournament. […]