Food Pantry
The EWU Food Pantry operates on the following days during winter break - Tues. 1-4 and in Tawanka Hall 129. Food is available to anyone in the EWU community and includes fresh produce from 2nd Harvest as well as dry goods and an assortment of dairy and occasionally meats. Contact Counseling and Wellness with any questions: 509-359- 2366. Please email foodpantry@ewu.edu with questions or if you are in need of accommodations.
Organization: STUDENT AFFAIRS, COUNSELING & WELLNESS SERVICES.
Tuesday, December 30, 2025, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Tawanka Vending Cafe, The Central Food Pantry, Tawanka Lounge.
Winter Wayfinders
Students can learn where their classes are at Winter Wayfinders! Our home base will be in the PUB, but we will have volunteers all over campus directing students.
Organization: NEW STUDENT ORIENTATION & FAMILY PROGRAM.
Monday, January 5, 2026, 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM.
Pence Union Building Event Space, Pence Union Building First Floor Table C (inside).
Speaking for Earth with Dr. Vakoch
A comprehensive look at Doug Vakoch's impactful career, highlighting his primary research focus on interstellar message construction (METI)—the practice of designing messages to send to potential extraterrestrial civilizations. A key theme of Vakoch's work is his interdisciplinary reach, as he fluidly moves across the arts, humanities, and sciences to engage diverse audiences in contemplating this complex topic. The goal is not just to discuss the technical aspects of METI, but to use it as a powerful lens through which to examine what it means to be human. Following the overview, the session will become interactive, featuring a question and answer period where participants can reflect on and discuss what specific messages they might choose to send and, critically, what those proposed messages inherently reveal about our species.
Organization: SCHOOL OF PSYCHOLOGY.
Wednesday, January 7, 2026, 11:00 AM – 11:50 AM.
Showalter Hall Room 109, Showalter Hall Event Space.
Speaking for Earth with Dr. Vakoch
A comprehensive look at Doug Vakoch's impactful career, highlighting his primary research focus on interstellar message construction (METI)—the practice of designing messages to send to potential extraterrestrial civilizations. A key theme of Vakoch's work is his interdisciplinary reach, as he fluidly moves across the arts, humanities, and sciences to engage diverse audiences in contemplating this complex topic. The goal is not just to discuss the technical aspects of METI, but to use it as a powerful lens through which to examine what it means to be human. Following the overview, the session will become interactive, featuring a question and answer period where participants can reflect on and discuss what specific messages they might choose to send and, critically, what those proposed messages inherently reveal about our species.
Organization: SCHOOL OF PSYCHOLOGY.
Wednesday, January 7, 2026, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Showalter Hall Room 109, Showalter Hall Event Space.
Developing Conflict Resolution Skills
Learn new skills for the new year. Learn the fundamentals of emotional intelligence and conflict resolution. Presented by Talk It Out, the conflict resolution resource program at EWU.
Organization: SRR.
Thursday, January 22, 2026, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Pence Union Building Room 317.
Social Lunch
This is an event where students can bring their lunch and practice their social skills. These lunches are meant to provide a weekly, scheduled time for students to socialize together and develop their communication skills. Student Accommodations and Support Services staff will host and help moderate the lunches, and they will provide conversation topics and make sure students have proper support. This location is next to the Union Market to provide ease of access to food, and will be held in a small room adjacent to the main cafeteria seating area. No registration is required, and students are welcome to join for all or part of the time depending on their schedule and time needs. Questions or accommodation needs can be directed to SASS sass@ewu.edu or 509-359-6871.
Organization: SASS.
Thursday, January 22, 2026, 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM.
Pence Union Building Room 209.
Social Lunch
This is an event where students can bring their lunch and practice their social skills. These lunches are meant to provide a weekly, scheduled time for students to socialize together and develop their communication skills. Student Accommodations and Support Services staff will host and help moderate the lunches, and they will provide conversation topics and make sure students have proper support. This location is next to the Union Market to provide ease of access to food, and will be held in a small room adjacent to the main cafeteria seating area. No registration is required, and students are welcome to join for all or part of the time depending on their schedule and time needs. Questions or accommodation needs can be directed to SASS sass@ewu.edu or 509-359-6871.
Organization: SASS.
Thursday, February 5, 2026, 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM.
Pence Union Building Room 209.
Social Lunch
This is an event where students can bring their lunch and practice their social skills. These lunches are meant to provide a weekly, scheduled time for students to socialize together and develop their communication skills. Student Accommodations and Support Services staff will host and help moderate the lunches, and they will provide conversation topics and make sure students have proper support. This location is next to the Union Market to provide ease of access to food, and will be held in a small room adjacent to the main cafeteria seating area. No registration is required, and students are welcome to join for all or part of the time depending on their schedule and time needs. Questions or accommodation needs can be directed to SASS sass@ewu.edu or 509-359-6871.
Organization: SASS.
Thursday, February 19, 2026, 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM.
Pence Union Building Room 209.
Social Lunch
This is an event where students can bring their lunch and practice their social skills. These lunches are meant to provide a weekly, scheduled time for students to socialize together and develop their communication skills. Student Accommodations and Support Services staff will host and help moderate the lunches, and they will provide conversation topics and make sure students have proper support. This location is next to the Union Market to provide ease of access to food, and will be held in a small room adjacent to the main cafeteria seating area. No registration is required, and students are welcome to join for all or part of the time depending on their schedule and time needs. Questions or accommodation needs can be directed to SASS sass@ewu.edu or 509-359-6871.
Organization: SASS.
Thursday, March 5, 2026, 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM.
Pence Union Building Room 209.
From Turbulence to Triumph: Resilience and Conflict Skills for Modern Teams
Please join your fellow staff members for this spring's Staff Inservice Day presented by the Center for Trauma & Stress Education (CTSE) to include the topics of embracing uncertainty, building a resilient team, and conflict resolution.
Organization: HUMAN RESOURCES.
Wednesday, March 18, 2026, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Nysether Community Room.