Jasmine Joy Paloma, McNair Scholar: A Trailblazer in Social Work and Advocacy!

We are immensely proud of Jasmine Joy Paloma, a dedicated McNair Scholar who will graduate this June 2026 with a major in social work and minors in sociology, and anthropology from EWU. As a first-generation college student, Jasmine has consistently excelled, earning a spot on the dean’s list and serving as the president of the … Read more

Proudly Celebrating Brasin Benjamin, McNair Scholar: From Undergraduate to Graduate School!

We are incredibly proud of Brasin Benjamin, a distinguished McNair Scholar who is set to graduate with his undergraduate degree in International Affairs with minors in Communication Studies and Sociology this June 2026 from Eastern Washington University. He plans to attend graduate school at the University of Washington’s Henry M. Jackson School of International Studies … Read more

Brasin Benjamin Accepted to University of Hawaii for MA in Pacific Island Studies!

EWU TRIO McNair is proud to celebrate Brasin Benjamin, a first-generation Marshallese McNair Scholar, who has been accepted to the University of Hawaii, Master of Arts in Pacific Island Studies. Brasin is currently completing his undergraduate degree at EWU, majoring in International Affairs with minors in Communication Studies and Sociology. Beyond the classroom, he serves … Read more

McNair Scholar Alice Chamberlin Accepted to UCLA Summer Research Program 2026!

EWU McNair Scholar Alice Chamberlin has been accepted into a summer research internship at UCLA for Summer 2026, a prestigious opportunity that reflects her outstanding academic achievements and dedication to scientific research. Alice Chamberlin is an Honors student majoring in Biochemistry, a member of the Dean’s List, and an active participant in EWU’s Mathematics, Engineering, … Read more

Jasmine Joy Paloma, McNair Scholar Accepted to UCLA’s Master of Social Welfare Program

Eastern Washington University is proud to celebrate Jasmine Joy Paloma, who has been accepted into the Master of Social Welfare (MSW) program at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA). This acceptance is a remarkable achievement and a testament to her dedication and passion for social justice. Jasmine is a first-generation college student at EWU … Read more

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

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