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Eastern Marks 100 Years with Historic Centennial Week

Eastern University marked a historic milestone with a weeklong Centennial Celebration, honoring 100 years of faith, learning, and community.

Eastern University Campolo Fellows Take Transformative Spring Break Pilgrimage to the Mexico-Texas Border

This March, Eastern’s Campolo Fellows embarked on a life-changing journey for their second-annual Spring Break Pilgrimage, this time to the Mexico-Texas border.

Eastern Ranked Among Top 12 College Locations in Pennsylvania by Niche

Eastern University is pleased to have ranked among the top 12 schools on Niche’s Best College Locations list for 2025.

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In Memory of Dr. Ron Sider's Life and Legacy

Palmer Theological Seminary and Eastern University join together in honoring the life and legacy of Dr. Ron Sider, who passed away Wednesday, July 28 ...

The College of Education & Behavioral Sciences is Awarded 4 Exciting Grants

These grants will equip the college in its dynamic work of preparing educators to meet the needs of the next generation.

Eastern University Enrollment Grows 52% in 2 Years

Eastern has experienced a 52% increase in total enrollment over the last two years. From Spring 2020 to Spring 2022, the university grew from 3,174 to...

School Health Program Director Jacquelyn Raco named School Nurse Administrator of the Year

Jacquelyn M. Buige Raco, Director of School Health Programs, was named the School Nurse Administrator of the Year.

In Honor of Memorial Day

There are few things in life as powerful as our memories. Our memories comprise who we are and how we live. They shape the kind of future we seek. Som...

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.

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...

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.

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.

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...

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The Faith-Rooted Vision Expands

Eastern’s 100-year history is built upon a vision that began with the founding of Eastern Baptist Theological Seminary (EBTS), whose legacy continues to shape the institution today.

Communication Studies Alumna Finds Her Spotlight in Theatre Marketing

From a young age, Carly Jae filled notebooks with imaginative skits for to perform, begged her parents to sign her up for dance and singing classes, and auditioned for every show she could find.

100 Years of Leadership

Leaders leave legacies. Since its founding, Eastern has been blessed by transformative leaders who have guided and directed the institution while remaining faithful to its lasting mission.

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Business That's Personal

Between classes and managing investment portfolios, Mario frequented the Eastern business department to discuss everything from ethics to venture capi...

Becoming God's Loving Ambassador

Saroj Chettri, MA ’16, MDiv ’22 was born in Nepal, a beautiful land rich in natural resources and home to the highest mountain in the world – Mt. Ever...

Alumni Corner

It is well known that Eastern University alumni are making an impact all over the world, but did you know that many return to make an impact on our ow...

5 Years: Looking Back

5 years of creative leadership, Spirit-led discernment, and Christ-centered community-building. This coming March, we celebrate 5 years of President R...

Alumni Spotlight: Romanita Hairston, MBA ’05

Romanita Hairston, MBA ‘05 has a passion for learning that she intends to be lifelong. Romanita has a heart for serving vulnerable populations and imp...

Wild Generosity

"Ruth has committed her life to God's call of wild generosity," reads the nomination of Ruth Fox ’78, MA ’84 for Eastern University’s 2022 Alumna of t...

When Negativity Multiplies

While multiplication is often a positive thing, I sometimes need reminding to not multiply that which is harmful. This kind of negativity is the direc...

The Ministry of Hospitality

“Hospitality is our ministry.” These four words are embodied in Eastern University’s 2022 Lamplight Society Award Winner Meggin Capers, Executive Dire...

Student Corner: Student Musings on Multiplication

Throughout Scripture, we see God’s provision and promises multiply for His people. As a faith community, we firmly know and believe that the same proc...

Multiplying Eastern

It's no secret that enrollment in higher education has dropped across the country. So how did Eastern grow 52% over the last 2 years?

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