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

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!!!

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!

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

Jasmine Joy Paloma, McNair Scholar Accepted to Seattle University’s Master of Social Work Program!

We are thrilled to announce that Jasmine Joy Paloma, an exceptional student and McNair scholar has been accepted into the Master of Social Work program at Seattle University. Jasmine’s achievement is a testament to her dedication, academic excellence, and unwavering commitment to serving others. Jasmine is a first-generation college student pursuing a major in social … Read more

Maria Sarmiento, McNair Scholar, Accepted to Doctor of Education in Educational Leadership at the University of Oregon!

We are proud to announce that Maria Sarmiento, a distinguished McNair Scholar and honors student at Eastern Washington University, has been accepted into the Doctor of Education in Educational Leadership program at the University of Oregon. Maria will graduate from EWU in Spring 2026 with a major in Political Science. Her academic journey began at … Read more

Pathways to Research: Empowering Undergraduates, Led by McNair Scholars!

The McNair Scholars program is proud to announce the formation of a new student-led club: “Pathways to Research.” This club was developed by McNair students to address a need on campus—which is helping undergraduates connect with research opportunities, build professional relationships, and access valuable resources. The club’s motto, “Research, Connections, and Resources for Undergrads, by … Read more