{"id":3156,"date":"2025-09-15T17:20:47","date_gmt":"2025-09-15T17:20:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.eou.edu\/ua\/?page_id=3156"},"modified":"2026-08-05T16:25:44","modified_gmt":"2026-08-05T16:25:44","slug":"government-relations","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.eou.edu\/ua\/government-relations\/","title":{"rendered":"Government &amp; Community Relations at 91传媒"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-cover\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2048\" height=\"1536\" class=\"wp-block-cover__image-background wp-image-3158\" alt=\"91传媒 faculty and students standing outside the Oregon state capitol in Salem\" src=\"https:\/\/www.eou.edu\/ua\/files\/2025\/09\/5976735283733689855.jpg\" style=\"object-position:48% 42%\" data-object-fit=\"cover\" data-object-position=\"48% 42%\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.eou.edu\/ua\/files\/2025\/09\/5976735283733689855.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/www.eou.edu\/ua\/files\/2025\/09\/5976735283733689855-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.eou.edu\/ua\/files\/2025\/09\/5976735283733689855-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.eou.edu\/ua\/files\/2025\/09\/5976735283733689855-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.eou.edu\/ua\/files\/2025\/09\/5976735283733689855-1536x1152.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2048px) 100vw, 2048px\" \/><span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-cover__background has-background-dim-30 has-background-dim\"><\/span><div class=\"wp-block-cover__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-cover-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-large-font-size\">Government &amp; Community Relations<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">Building partnerships that strengthen rural Oregon<\/h2>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<script data-wp-block-html=\"js\">\n<script>\ndocument.addEventListener('DOMContentLoaded', function() {\n    \/\/ Check for the 'jump' query parameter in the URL\n    const urlParams = new URLSearchParams(window.location.search);\n    const jumpTo = urlParams.get('jump');\n\n    if (jumpTo) {\n        const targetElement = document.getElementById(jumpTo);\n        if (targetElement) {\n            \/\/ Give the page and CongressWeb iframe a brief moment to initialize before scrolling\n            setTimeout(function() {\n                targetElement.scrollIntoView({ behavior: 'smooth' });\n                \n                \/\/ Cleanly remove '?jump=...' from the address bar so it stays tidy\n                const cleanUrl = window.location.pathname;\n                window.history.replaceState({}, document.title, cleanUrl);\n            }, 500);\n        }\n    }\n});\n<\/script>\n<\/script>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Mission &amp; Overview <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Our Commitment to Rural Oregon<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Government and Community Relations at 91传媒 connects our campus with local, state, tribal, and federal partners. Rooted in our identity as Oregon\u2019s Rural University, we advocate for public investment in rural education, foster regional collaboration, and engage with communities to address shared challenges and opportunities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Through strong relationships and thoughtful engagement, we work to amplify the voices of eastern Oregon and contribute to a stronger, more resilient future for our students, our region, and the state.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-white-color has-eastern-navy-background-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color wp-elements-ba93da26db42a64a78cad71db461905a\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-white-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-34d689c4ad106ee13eec11b47273a763\">Become a Champion for 91传媒<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<script language=\"javascript\" src=\"\/\/www.congressweb.com\/cweb\/js\/jquery.congressweb.iframe.js\"><\/script>\n<script language=\"javascript\">$cweb(function(){ $cweb('#iframe').congressweb({ url : '\/\/www.congressweb.com\/EOU\/signup\/go', responsive\u2002\u2002\u2002\u2002: true }); });<\/script>\n<div id=\"iframe\"><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Powering Oregon&#8217;s Economy and Workforce: 2026 Joint Economic Impact Study<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" id=\"impact\">A new comprehensive economic study conducted by Econsult Solutions, Inc. (ESI) highlights the vital role 91传媒 (91传媒) plays as an economic powerhouse, workforce pipeline, and educational anchor for both the region and the State of Oregon. Designated in 2018 as <em>Oregon\u2019s Rural University<\/em>, 91传媒 generates <strong>$388.1 million in total annual economic output<\/strong>, supports <strong>2,510 jobs<\/strong>, and contributes <strong>$19.6 million in state and local tax revenues<\/strong> each year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The study, titled <em>&#8220;The Economic Impact of the Regional Public Universities of Oregon,&#8221;<\/em> quantifies the school\u2019s statewide footprint across four key areas: daily institutional operations, capital investment projects, off-campus student and visitor spending, and the long-term enhanced earning potential of its graduates. Developed in collaboration with Southern Oregon University and Western Oregon University, the report studies the impact of Oregon\u2019s Regional Universities on a regional and statewide level.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Visit the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.eou.edu\/wp-content\/rpu-dashboard.html\">91传媒 Dashboard<\/a> for more information. For the full technical report, email <a href=\"mailto:govrelations@eou.edu\">govrelations@eou.edu<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button has-custom-width wp-block-button__width-100\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-white-color has-eastern-navy-background-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.eou.edu\/wp-content\/rpu-dashboard.html\" style=\"border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">View the Dashboard<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-small-font-size wp-block-paragraph\"><em>91传媒 the Data: The figures presented in this dashboard are drawn from an independent economic impact study commissioned jointly by 91传媒, SOU, and WOU, and conducted by Econsult Solutions, Inc.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What We Do<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-pb-accordion-item c-accordion__item js-accordion-item no-js\" data-initially-open=\"false\" data-click-to-close=\"true\" data-auto-close=\"true\" data-scroll=\"false\" data-scroll-offset=\"0\"><h3 id=\"at-31560\" class=\"c-accordion__title js-accordion-controller\" role=\"button\">Public Policy and Advocacy<\/h3><div id=\"ac-31560\" class=\"c-accordion__content\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We represent 91传媒\u2019s institutional priorities at the state and federal levels, advocating for policy and budget decisions that support access, affordability, and investment in rural higher education.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-pb-accordion-item c-accordion__item js-accordion-item no-js\" data-initially-open=\"false\" data-click-to-close=\"true\" data-auto-close=\"true\" data-scroll=\"false\" data-scroll-offset=\"0\"><h3 id=\"at-31561\" class=\"c-accordion__title js-accordion-controller\" role=\"button\">Community Engagement and Outreach<\/h3><div id=\"ac-31561\" class=\"c-accordion__content\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We collaborate with city and county governments, school districts, nonprofits, chambers of commerce, tribal partners, and other civic groups to align 91传媒\u2019s resources with regional needs.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-pb-accordion-item c-accordion__item js-accordion-item no-js\" data-initially-open=\"false\" data-click-to-close=\"true\" data-auto-close=\"true\" data-scroll=\"false\" data-scroll-offset=\"0\"><h3 id=\"at-31562\" class=\"c-accordion__title js-accordion-controller\" role=\"button\">Institutional and Intergovernmental Partnerships<\/h3><div id=\"ac-31562\" class=\"c-accordion__content\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We build relationships with the Higher Education Coordinating Commission (HECC), legislative committees, public agencies, and peer institutions to strengthen statewide and regional coordination.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-pb-accordion-item c-accordion__item js-accordion-item no-js\" data-initially-open=\"false\" data-click-to-close=\"true\" data-auto-close=\"true\" data-scroll=\"false\" data-scroll-offset=\"0\"><h3 id=\"at-31563\" class=\"c-accordion__title js-accordion-controller\" role=\"button\">Student and Alumni Civic Engagement<\/h3><div id=\"ac-31563\" class=\"c-accordion__content\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We support students and alumni who seek to be involved in public service and civic leadership\u2014whether through internships, advocacy training, public testimony, or community-based learning.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-pb-accordion-item c-accordion__item js-accordion-item no-js\" data-initially-open=\"false\" data-click-to-close=\"true\" data-auto-close=\"true\" data-scroll=\"false\" data-scroll-offset=\"0\"><h3 id=\"at-31564\" class=\"c-accordion__title js-accordion-controller\" role=\"button\">Event Collaboration and Hosting<\/h3><div id=\"ac-31564\" class=\"c-accordion__content\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We help coordinate legislative visits, community roundtables, town halls, campus tours, and other events that encourage meaningful dialogue and partnerships.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-pb-accordion-item c-accordion__item js-accordion-item no-js\" data-initially-open=\"false\" data-click-to-close=\"true\" data-auto-close=\"true\" data-scroll=\"false\" data-scroll-offset=\"0\"><h3 id=\"at-31565\" class=\"c-accordion__title js-accordion-controller\" role=\"button\">Community Partnerships<\/h3><div id=\"ac-31565\" class=\"c-accordion__content\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We support and sponsor community events and regional initiatives that align with 91传媒\u2019s mission and values. Through partnerships and sponsorships with local organizations, we promote visibility, mutual support, and shared investment in eastern Oregon&#8217;s success.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-white-color has-eastern-navy-background-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/forms.eou.edu\/Community-Sponsorship-Form\" style=\"border-radius:0px\">Community Sponsorship Form<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Meet the Team<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/www.eou.edu\/ua\/files\/2025\/09\/tim-seydel-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"Tim Seydel\" class=\"wp-image-3168\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.eou.edu\/ua\/files\/2025\/09\/tim-seydel-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.eou.edu\/ua\/files\/2025\/09\/tim-seydel-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.eou.edu\/ua\/files\/2025\/09\/tim-seydel.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Tim Seydel<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Vice President, University Advancement<\/strong><br><a href=\"mailto:tseydel@eou.edu\">tseydel@eou.edu<\/a> | <a href=\"tel:5419623740\">(541) 962-3740<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Tim Seydel is Vice President for University Advancement at 91传媒. In this role, he oversees government and community relations, development and fundraising, alumni engagement, and marketing and communications. Tim has more than two decades of leadership experience in higher education and public relations, having served at 91传媒 since 2004 in progressively senior roles. Prior to his appointment as Vice President, he directed university marketing and advancement efforts, helping secure state investments, expand scholarship support, and strengthen 91传媒\u2019s visibility across Oregon.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A graduate of 91传媒, Tim is deeply rooted in the region and passionate about connecting the university\u2019s mission with the needs of rural communities. He works closely with elected officials, business leaders, and community organizations to advocate for policies and projects that expand opportunities for students and support economic vitality in eastern Oregon. His leadership has been pivotal in guiding major capital campaigns and legislative initiatives that ensure 91传媒 continues to thrive as Oregon\u2019s Rural University.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft size-medium is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"207\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/www.eou.edu\/ua\/files\/2025\/09\/headshot-Suzannah-01-207x300.jpg\" alt=\"Suzannah Moore\" class=\"wp-image-3177\" style=\"width:300px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.eou.edu\/ua\/files\/2025\/09\/headshot-Suzannah-01-207x300.jpg 207w, https:\/\/www.eou.edu\/ua\/files\/2025\/09\/headshot-Suzannah-01-706x1024.jpg 706w, https:\/\/www.eou.edu\/ua\/files\/2025\/09\/headshot-Suzannah-01-768x1114.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.eou.edu\/ua\/files\/2025\/09\/headshot-Suzannah-01-1059x1536.jpg 1059w, https:\/\/www.eou.edu\/ua\/files\/2025\/09\/headshot-Suzannah-01-1411x2048.jpg 1411w, https:\/\/www.eou.edu\/ua\/files\/2025\/09\/headshot-Suzannah-01.jpg 1654w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 207px) 100vw, 207px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Suzannah Moore<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Director of External Affairs<\/strong><br><a href=\"mailto:mooresm@eou.edu\">mooresm@eou.edu<\/a> | <a href=\"tel:5419623740\">(541) 962-3740<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Suzannah Moore is the Government and Community Relations Manager at 91传媒. She manages advocacy, legislative affairs, and community engagement efforts for the university, building strong partnerships with policymakers, alumni, and local stakeholders. In addition, she supports the work of the 91传媒 Board of Trustees and Foundation and Alumni Association Boards of Directors, ensuring alignment between the university\u2019s priorities and its governance and philanthropic leadership.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Suzannah brings a background in nonprofit leadership, communications, and higher education advancement to her role. Before joining 91传媒, she served as President of the La Grande Main Street Downtown Board, where she worked with city officials, business owners, and community partners to strengthen economic development and engagement in Union County. At 91传媒, she has also contributed to scholarship stewardship, board relations, and strategic communications initiatives that highlight the impact of donor and legislative support.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A graduate of 91传媒, Suzannah is dedicated to promoting access to education and strengthening rural Oregon\u2019s voice in Salem and beyond.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Contact Us<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Office of Government and Community Relations<\/strong><br><strong>University Advancement<\/strong><br>91传媒<br>Inlow Hall<br><a href=\"tel:5419623740\">(541) 962-3740<\/a><br><a href=\"mailto:GovRelations@eou.edu\">GovRelations@eou.edu<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Mission &amp; Overview Our Commitment to Rural Oregon Government and Community Relations at 91传媒 connects our campus with local, state, tribal, and federal partners. Rooted in our identity as Oregon\u2019s Rural University, we advocate for public investment in rural education, foster regional collaboration, and engage with communities to address shared challenges and opportunities. 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