Sociology – TRIO Ronald E. McNair

Brasin Benjamin, McNair Scholar and Future Leader Accepted to Seton Hall University!

03/10/2026 by Rivera, Reyna

Brasin Benjamin, a first-generation Marshallese undergraduate student at Eastern Washington University (EWU), was recently accepted to Seton Hall University’s prestigious School of Diplomacy and International Relations. Majoring in International Affairs with minors in Communication Studies and Sociology, Brasin’s academic journey and leadership reflect his unwavering commitment to global justice and advocacy for marginalized communities. At … Read more

Brasin Benjamin, McNair Scholar Accepted to the University of Washington’s International Studies MA Program!

03/10/2026 by Rivera, Reyna

Brasin Benjamin, a first-generation Marshallese student at Eastern Washington University (EWU), has been accepted to the University of Washington’s highly regarded Master of Arts in International Studies program. As a McNair Scholar majoring in International Affairs, with minors in Communication Studies and Sociology, Brasin’s academic journey is defined by leadership, service, and a passion for … Read more

Celebrating Ryan Finner: Accepted to the University of New Mexico’s PhD Program in Sociology!

02/05/2026 by Rivera, Reyna

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

Jasmine Joy Paloma, McNair Scholar Accepted to University of Houston, MSW Program!!!

02/03/2026 by Rivera, Reyna

We are thrilled to share the exciting news that Jasmine Joy Paloma, one of our outstanding McNair students, has been accepted to the University of Houston’s Master of Social Work (MSW) program! As a first-generation college student, Jasmine exemplifies determination, leadership, and a passion for making a difference in the world. Currently set to graduate … Read more

Zaid McCurdy, McNair Scholar Accepted to Grand Canyon University, Master of Social Work Program!

02/02/2026 by Rivera, Reyna

We are proud to announce that Zaid McCurdy, a distinguished undergraduate student at Eastern Washington University, has been accepted into the Master of Social Work (MSW) program at Grand Canyon University. Zaid, who majors in Applied Developmental Psychology with a minor in Sociology, is a dedicated scholar whose interests center on human development, social influences … Read more

Zaid McCurdy, McNair Scholar Accepted to Hawai’i Pacific University’s Master of Social Work Program!

01/22/2026 by Rivera, Reyna

We are proud to announce that Zaid McCurdy, a multicultural undergraduate at Eastern Washington University and an accomplished McNair Scholar, has been accepted into the Master of Social Work (MSW) program at Hawai’i Pacific University! Zaid is currently majoring in Applied Developmental Psychology with a minor in Sociology. His academic journey centers on human development, … Read more