The Hen House

06/16/2026

06/16/2026

Eastern Oregon University is proud to join the Rural Student Success Network, a national initiative led by Ithaka S+R and the American Association of State Colleges and Universities (AASCU) and supported by ECMC Foundation.

As one of 16 rural-serving institutions selected for this two-year project, EOU will collaborate with peer colleges and universities nationwide to advance student success, strengthen transfer pathways, expand support for adult learners, and align academic programs with regional workforce needs.

Rooted in rural Oregon, EOU is committed to creating opportunities that help students succeed while supporting the vitality of the communities we serve. Through this network, EOU will contribute to and benefit from innovative strategies designed to boost enrollment, improve student outcomes, and meet the evolving needs of rural students and employers.

Learn more about the Rural Student Success Network: https://sr.ithaka.org/blog/the-rural-student-success-network-kicks-off/

S+R Association of State Colleges and Universities (AASCU) Foundation

06/16/2026

Letting you know that The Hen House is going to have a sidewalk sale on Saturday, June 20th in Elgin along with River Fest activities. Sandy is giving a 20% discount on her inventory inside as well!! GREAT PRICES !!$$

06/09/2026

06/02/2026

Good morning, Stella Mayfield Elementary Families! Summer School will be starting tomorrow (June 2) and all students in grades K - 5 (school year 2025-2026) are invited to join! Please see below for the schedule (Please note that we will take the week of June 9 off for Stock Show):
June 2, 3, 4: 9 am - 1 pm
June 16, 17, 18: 9 am - 1 pm
June 23, 24, 25: 9 am - 1 pm
June 30, July 1, July 2: 9 am - 1 pm

Each day, summer school will start at ELGIN JR/SR HIGH SCHOOL in the art room as most of the elementary will not have power due to construction. At noon, the students will be walked over to the elementary for lunch, recess, and potential STEM project fun! Please plan on picking up your students at STELLA MAYFIELD ELEMENTARY.

Please email Tiana Murphey at [email protected] or Meaghan O'Leary at [email protected] with any questions. Thank you and we look forward to having a great time at Summer School! No need to "sign up" to register, just have your amazing student arrive at the jr/sr high school at 9 am to being learning! Thanks, again!

06/01/2026