A Message From the President To all prospective, new and returning students, welcome to Eastern Washington University. As president of Eastern, I know what an exciting time this is to be here. As a university, we have rededicated ourselves to the concept that students come first. We've always known that, but we want to make it a pledge to you.
Students are our highest priority.
So, as you read through this Eastern Washington University catalog, please know that you are a valued member of our community and we welcome you to join us, return to us or continue your education with us. Sincerely, Dr. Stephen M. Jordan president, Eastern Washington University Dr. Stephen M. Jordan became president of Eastern Washington University July 1, 1998. Previously, he was executive director of the Kansas Board of regents, overseeing higher education policy for 80,000 students in six public universities in Kansas. He and his wife, Ruth Kinnie Jordan, live in University House on Eastern's campus in Cheney.