2023-2024 Cohort – TRIO Ronald E. McNair

Christopher Nava Presents Fantasy Football Research at MKN Heartland McNair Research Conference 2025!

12/02/2025 by Rivera, Reyna

McNair Scholar Christopher Nava recently presented at the 2025 MKN Heartland McNair Research Conference on September 19-21 in Kansas City, Missouri. He delivered an oral presentation on his project which asked: “Which Fantasy Football Platform is more accurate at predicting preseason projections?” Under the guidance of faculty mentor Dr. Alexandros Paparas, Christopher’s research examined the accuracy … Read more

Christopher Nava: McNair Scholar Excels at Nuestras Raíces Internship!

12/02/2025 by Rivera, Reyna

As a Marketing & Data Analytics Intern at Nuestras Raíces Centro Comunitario, Christopher Nava plays a vital role in advancing the organization’s mission to support the Hispanic/Latine community. In this position, he builds and manages the data and communication systems that underpin a range of cultural, youth, and behavioral health programs. Christopher’s technical expertise is … Read more

Nicole Nemeth, McNair Scholar Awarded Prestigious Martin and Helen Terzieff Scholarship!

11/24/2025 by Rivera, Reyna

Nicole Nemeth, a first-generation student, has been selected as the recipient of the Martin and Helen Terzieff Scholarship. This distinguished endowment, established to honor the legacy of Martin Jordan Terzieff, a dedicated career educator, and Helen Urquhart Terzieff, a compassionate nurse, aims to support students in nursing who demonstrate both academic excellence and strong character. … Read more

Another Great Summer of Research at McNair: Summer 2025!

11/24/202511/17/2025 by Rivera, Reyna

Summer Research at McNair 2025: The Eastern Washington University (EWU) McNair Scholars Program is proud to announce the successful completion of its 2025 Summer Research Internship. This year, 19 participants engaged in a diverse range of research topics, from the experiences of stigma in foster care/adopted children, imposter syndrome in students of color in graduate … Read more

Kayla Dickson Awarded Novelis Aluminum STEM Scholarship

11/10/2025 by Rivera, Reyna

Congratulations to Kayla Dickson! Kayla has been selected for the Novelis Aluminum STEM Scholarship! The ‘Novelis’ established the STEM Scholarship pilot program for North America with a desire to honor our talented and dedicated people, while also hoping to inspire the next generation of engineers, technologists and scientists. Kayla, a McNair Scholar, was chosen for … Read more

Four McNair Scholars Participate in Summer Research Programs across the Country!

11/10/2025 by Rivera, Reyna

Eastern Washington University’s McNair Scholars Program is celebrating a new cohort of students who have completed transformative summer research internships across the country. These intensive, hands-on experiences are a cornerstone of the McNair program, helping students from underrepresented backgrounds gain the skills, confidence, and network needed to succeed in doctoral programs. The program’s recent summer … Read more