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Ryan Finner, a dedicated McNair Scholar and first-generation college student, will graduate this June 2026 with a Bachelor of Arts in Africana Studies (Interdisciplinary Studies), along with minors in Anthropology and Psychology. This fall, Ryan will begin his PhD in Sociology at the University of Oregon, where he aims to further his passion for research … Read more
Check out Ryan’s article regarding his journey at EWU and his experiences of learning more about his culture throughout it!
The EWU McNair community is thrilled to announce that Ryan Finner, one of our outstanding scholars, has been accepted into the PhD program in Sociology at the University of New Mexico, with a specialization in Race and Ethnicity. Ryan’s academic journey is truly inspiring. As a first-generation college student, Ryan will graduate in Spring 2026 … Read more
We are thrilled to announce that Ryan Finner, a dedicated and accomplished student, has been accepted into the prestigious Master of Public Policy program at Oregon State University. Ryan’s acceptance is a testament to his academic excellence, leadership, and commitment to advancing inclusive policies within higher education and beyond. Ryan will graduate in Spring 2026 … Read more
We are thrilled to announce that Ryan Finner, a dedicated and passionate student, has been accepted into the Master of Arts program in Critical Ethnic Studies at DePaul University in Chicago, Illinois. Ryan, a first-generation college student, will be graduating in Spring 2026 with a Bachelor of Arts in Africana Studies (Interdisciplinary Studies), as well … Read more
Ryan Finner, a dedicated McNair Scholar, attended the 33rd Annual McNair & Undergraduate Research National Conference at the University of Maryland, Baltimore County (UMBC) from September 17-20th, 2025. At this prestigious national gathering, Ryan also delivered a poster presentation titled “Academic Navigation: The Lived Experiences of Bilingual and Multilingual College Students.” Under the guidance of … Read more
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